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Glam List: Top 5 working models from the Virgin Islands.

Updated: 13 hours ago

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Janeisha John is a dynamic model, host, producer and pageant queen hailing from the picturesque island of St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Born on December 3, 1988, she was crowned Miss U.S. Virgin Islands in 2010, marking a major milestone in her early career.  With her vibrant Caribbean roots and strong drive, Janeisha transitioned from pageantry into broader entertainment. She moved to New York then to Los Angeles to pursue modeling, hosting, and television production gaining experience in commercials, print, runway and video modeling.  As a television personality and executive, she has played a key role at the streaming network The Zeus Network, where she hosts and produces reality-TV content, including the “Baddies” reunion specials.  Her style is often described as “island girl meets big-city ambition” grounded, yet glamorous; bold, yet gracious. In her own words, Janeisha emphasizes staying true to one’s roots, embracing growth, and shining unapologetically.  


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Jenna-Monét Queeley is a Caribbean-born fashion model, entrepreneur, and visionary beauty-brand founder whose elegance, authenticity, and creative drive have made her one of the U.S. Virgin Islands’ most promising international talents. Raised on the island of St. Croix, with deep family roots in St. Kitts, she embodies the warmth, resilience, and sophistication of the Caribbean while confidently carrying her heritage into the global fashion world. Represented by State Management New York, Jenna-Monét has appeared in numerous editorials, high-fashion campaigns, and runway events that showcase her versatility, from minimalist beauty shoots to bold, avant-garde fashion statements. Her natural poise, expressive movement, and commanding presence have earned her recognition as a model capable of balancing both high-fashion artistry and commercial appeal. In 2020, she expanded her creative footprint by launching Jenna-Monét Béauty, a cosmetics line rooted in empowerment and inclusivity, celebrating individuality across all races, genders, and ages. The brand was born from her passion for redefining beauty standards and promoting self-expression, embodying her belief that beauty should never conform it should liberate. Beyond photo shoots and business ventures, Jenna-Monét stands out as a disciplined professional and cultural ambassador who credits her Caribbean upbringing its community, creativity, and strength for shaping her ambition and purpose. Whether representing her islands on the global stage or mentoring aspiring models, she champions authenticity, hard work, and confidence. With an expanding portfolio, a thriving beauty brand, and a commitment to inspiring others, Jenna-Monét Queeley continues to build a legacy that merges style, entrepreneurship, and empowerment, proving that true beauty begins when you embrace your roots and rise with purpose.


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Stephany Andujar is a vibrant model, beauty professional, and pageant titleholder from the U.S. Virgin Islands whose personal brand blends Caribbean elegance with entrepreneurial spirit. Born and raised in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas, Stephany⁠ at 28 years old⁠ was crowned Miss Universe US Virgin Islands 2024 in August 2024, marking her debut in major pageantry and setting her sights on representing her territory on the global stage.  Before stepping into the crown, Stephany trained as a licensed esthetician and make-up artist, establishing her own beauty practice and building a strong foundation in the beauty and fashion industries.   Her background behind the scenes gives her an extra edge in front of the camera: she knows skincare, lighting, styling and presentation in addition to modeling flair. In her pageant win, Stephany emphasized gratitude, teamwork and the honor of representing her home: “This is such an emotional, challenging, and humbling experience to be allowed to represent the United States Virgin Islands on an international scale.”   Her winning moment came as she achieved this honor in her very first pageant competition showing her fearlessness and rapid readiness.  Looking ahead, Stephany is poised for a multifaceted career that will bridge modeling, beauty entrepreneurship, and pageantry-driven advocacy. With her title and skill-set, she’s well-positioned to expand beyond the islands and into regional or international opportunities, while always staying grounded in the community that shaped her.


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Aminisha Bailey is a rising star from St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands, celebrated for her dynamic presence as both a professional dancer and a model. Recently crowned Miss Supranational U.S. Virgin Islands 2025, Aminisha blends rhythmic movement, pageant poise, and island-charm into every performance and photoshoot. With roots in dance, Aminisha has built a strong foundation in performance, bringing fluidity, stage-presence and authenticity to the modeling world. On her social media she describes herself as “Dancer/Model, MA: @facesofgeminimodelingvi”, a nod to her affiliation with the Faces of Gemini modeling program in the USVI.  In her own journey from the Caribbean to international pageant arenas, Aminisha stands out for combining athletic discipline (from dance) with the elegant poise required in pageantry. As titleholder of Miss Supranational USVI 2025, she now carries the torch as a representative of her territory on a global stage.  Whether she’s striking a high-fashion pose or executing a dynamic dance move, Aminisha’s personal brand is all about movement, light, and confidence  an embodiment of island energy and global ambition. If you like, I can pull together a full 300-word bio highlighting her early life, training, and upcoming projects.



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Je’Mia Ortiz is a driven model and media professional born and raised in the U.S. Virgin Islands, currently pursuing a degree in Business Management at University of the Virgin Islands.  Combining island-roots charm with modern ambition, Je’Mia began modeling in her early teens while still balancing academics. Her experiences in pageantry and regional fashion events have built her confidence, stage-presence and versatility.Beyond modelling, she interned at WAPA (USVI), leveraging her media skills and on-camera comfort into real-world work.  Je’Mia’s brand is defined by authenticity, professionalism and a warm charisma. Whether she’s striking a high-fashion pose, engaging with a camera, or representing her community, she remains grounded in her heritage while looking ahead to international opportunities.With her academic foundation in business and real-world modeling experience, Je’Mia is poised to build a multifaceted career that bridges fashion, media and entrepreneurship.



 

 
 
 

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