Not many 14 year olds can outshine five older teenage girls, but Reesa Sooklall did taking the 2014 Miss Guyana Talented Teen crown and title on July 6, at the National Cultural Centre, with poise and charm.
Speaking to The Scene this week in an exclusive interview, Reesa, a Queen’s College student, said she entered the pageant mainly because it was her dream to become a model, as well as a positive role model to other teens, especially girls.
“It [the pageant] has created an impact on my life…. It was more than walking. We were exposed to wardrobe etiquette, table etiquette, preparing a CV, ballroom dancing and more, which made us well-rounded individuals” she said.
“I must say that rehearsals for the big night were intense yet fun and very rewarding. So was the motorcade,