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Matea Mahal

@matea.mahal

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MJW Finalist✨ | Miss Aveeno🩵
The Sum of Me™ | 🇯🇲 🇵🇭 🇺🇸
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Closed one chapter, ready for whatever’s next ✨ Until then, I’ll keep walking🖤

#lifeinmotion #destiny #whatsnext by @matea.mahal

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In every smile, a whisper of hope. In every gaze, a spark of determination. Together, they tell my story💫

#HyundaiMissUniverseJamaica #RoadToTheCrown #hmuj #beautifullyconfident by @matea.mahal

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a year ago

From Manila to Kingston, this Christmas reminded me that the greatest gift we can give is love, presence, and hope. As an ambassador for both Sophie’s Place and BYSMP, I am deeply honored to stand with these incredible children, their family, and the fearless teams that care for them every day. Together, we choose compassion because my purpose is rooted in creating a kinder, safer, and more sustainable world for every child🎄❤️🌎
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone❄️❤️ by @matea.mahal

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The Head-to-Head Challenge is officially complete✨

Grateful for the opportunity to have shared my perspective at the Bank of Jamaica, discussing the importance of financial literacy for women and children and the relevance of the Miss Jamaica World platform.

It was equally meaningful to hear the thoughtful and inspiring speeches of my fellow contestants. Congratulations to every woman who stepped forward and shared her voice.

Honoured to finish as 1st Runner-Up in the Head-to-Head Challenge💚 taken in Bank of Jamaica by @matea.mahal

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Adventure time☀️

A day filled with nonstop fun, unforgettable memories, and a little adrenaline! Huge thank you to Chukka Caribbean Adventures, the Caribbean’s Leading Destination Experience, and Miss Jamaica World for an amazing day🖤 by @matea.mahal

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Officially your Miss Aveeno for Miss Jamaica World 2026🩵✨

A heartfelt thank you to Aveeno for believing in me, supporting my journey, and being part of this special chapter. I’m so grateful to have you alongside me as I continue this journey!

Thank you to Miss Jamaica World for this incredible opportunity🩷 taken in The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel by @matea.mahal

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Miss Jamaica World 2026: Beauty with a Purpose Head-to-Head Challenge - Group 1

Matea Mahal Smith - Miss Aveeno

#MissJamaicaWorld #MJW #MissJamaicaWorld2026 #MJW2026 #beautywithapurpose MissWorld MissJamaica by @matea.mahal

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At Round 1 of the Miss Jamaica World Head to Head Challenge, I shared the heart behind Love Always, Matea: showing up for children with disabilities and the caregivers who show up for them every day🩷

A child’s greatest barrier is not their disability. It’s the future we stopped imagining for them.

Grateful for the opportunity to help us imagine more🇯🇲 taken in The Jamaica Pegasus Hotel by @matea.mahal

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8 days ago

Recap of the Miss Jamaica World Fitness Fast Track✨💙 Lots of laughs with my sisters, a little sweat, a few tumbles, and fun day all around! Thank you @missjamaicaworld for the experiences that make this journey so special! taken in Emancipation Park Jamaica by @matea.mahal

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12 days ago

We caught up with Matea Mahal Smith – Miss Aveeno following her victory to hear how she prepared for the challenge, what the win means to her, and what we can expect as she continues her Miss Jamaica World 2026 journey.

With this win, Matea becomes the first contestant to officially secure her place in the Top 12!

#MissJamaicaWorld2026 #FitnessFastTrack #MissAveeno #RoadToTheCrown by @matea.mahal

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14 days ago

THE COMPETITION HAS OFFICIALLY BEGUN! 👑💪🏾🇯🇲

The energy was HIGH as our contestants brought the strength, stamina and determination to the Miss Jamaica World 2026 Fitness Fast Track Challenge!

And our top three powered their way to the finish:

🥇 WINNER — Matea Mahal Smith - Miss Aveeno
🥈 2nd Place — Seana’kaye Wright - Miss Southdale Hardware and Glass Supplies
🥉 3rd Place — Realla Benguche - BJ's Travel Limited

A huge congratulations to Mates Mahal Smith, who becomes the FIRST contestant to officially secure her place in the TOP 12 of Miss Jamaica World 2026!

The race for the crown is officially ON! Who will claim the next spot? 👀

#MissJamaicaWorld2026 #MissJamaicaWorld #FitnessFastTrack #RoadToTheCrown #BeautyWithAPurpose by @matea.mahal

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And so it begins!

Honored to have paid a courtesy call to His Excellency the Most Honorable Sir Patrick Allen, Governor General of Jamaica🇯🇲

My Miss Jamaica World journey is officially underway, and I’m grateful and ready for what lies ahead🩵 taken in King's House, Jamaica by @matea.mahal

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