November 18, 2008
Tinnyse moves into one of the Top 5 spots on Global Beauties Miss World leaderboard! Previously, she had been listed at #15 by pageant experts around the world whose votes determine the results of the leaderboard. Following the contestants first official appearance at the Miss World welcome dinner, their votes catapulted her to the Top 5 spot of favorites for the crown.
November 16, 2008
Tinnyse arrives in Johannesburg, South Africa where she will compete with 111 beauties from around the world for the coveted title of Miss World!
November 16, 2008
Tinnyse appears in the Puerto Rican publication TV Aqui magazine! Our queen is feautured in a three page spread in the popular magazine. She was interviewed and photographed for the feature during her stay in Puerto Rico.
November 16, 2008
The popular pageant portal Global Beauties has released its first leaderboard for Miss World 2008 and our very own Tinnyse Johnson has landed in the Top 15!
November 15, 2008
Tinnyse departs for Johannesburg, South Africa where she will spend a month competing in the 2008 Miss World Beauty Pageant! She takes with her the well wishes of the Bahamian people who are hopeful that she will end the country's 16 year drought at Miss World. The last Bahamian woman to advance to the final round in Miss World was Jody Weech in 1992. Tinnyse will arrive at Miss World as one of the early favorites for the title and she will be ready to compete wearing the creations of 15 designers from five countries. Special thanks to all who have contributed in any way to her trip. Her team of designers follows: The Bahamas - Apryl Burrows; April Weech; Lisa Humes; and Opama designs. Puerto Rico - Carlos Alberto Haute Couture; Jose Karlo Haute Couture; Nathalia Lopez; Valentino Zeliachi, Reynaldo Jose, Melissa Morales; Aileen Marti; Michelle Ocasio; and B-Chic Boutique. Miami, Florida - Adams and Jose Alfredo. Trinidad & Tobago - Shaun Griffith Perez. All the best Tinnyse as you go after the Miss World crown!
November 7, 2008
Tinnyse was among the Islands of the World Fashion Week models who was hand selected to appear in next year's IWFW program. She looked absolutely stunning, wearing an original creation by Hupfeld Hoerder. Photographer Thomas Haefele captured this amazing image at The Caves on West Bay Street.
November 5, 2008
Miss Bahamas World appears as a model in the Islands of the World Fashion Week! Tinnyse worked the catwalk for designers such as Kevan Hall, Claudia Pegus, Jennie McWeeny, Lisa Humes, Apryl Weech and more! During the week, she was also interviewed by journalists for New York's Carib News Week newspaper and Bangamary magazine, which is set to hit the news stands in January 2009. Tinnyse was also one of a select group of models chosen to appear in the Islands of the World Fashion Week official program.
November 2, 2008
Tinnyse officially launched her Beauty With a Purpose project with a High Tea party and fashion show. The event, which was co sponsored by the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism's People to People unit, attracted visitors, business and professional women, and close to 100 junior and senior high school students who are participating in the project. Tinnyse is encouraging business and professional women throughout the country to mentor these young women. The event was designed to introduce the young ladies to their mentors, while raising money for a scholarship endowment at the College of the Bahamas for young women in need. Tinnyse was joined by her runners up Miss Bahamas Tourism Queen Tiara Cooper and Top Model Bahamas/Miss Bahamas Beauty of the World Chrystal Bethel who helped to display her wardrobe. Also joining them were Miss Bahamas World 2006 Deandrea Conliffe, several former Miss Bahamas World contestants and Miss Teen Bahamas World Top 5 finalist Janae Knowles.
October 27, 2008
You are cordially invited to an afternoon of High Tea with Miss Bahamas World and the Ministry of Tourism's People to People program! Tinnyse officially launches her Beauty with a Purpose project by hosting a Tea Party/Fashion show this weekend at the Sheraton hotel on Cable Beach. Proceeds from the event will go toward a Scholarship Fund at the College of the Bahamas to aid underprivileged young women.
October 26, 2008
Tinnyse recorded a television ad for ArtOvation - a new campaign featuring prominent Bahamian artists from various disciplines. Under the theme "We want you to support your own", the ad campaign will be used to create awareness of the various arts industries and present a unified front. The idea behind the video is to get more support for the country's young artists, and more respect from local communities. Tinnyse will be one of several Bahamian celebrities to appear in the video.
October 21, 2008
An article on Tinnyse appears in the Nassau Guardian! The daily focused on the fact that Miss Bahamas World is considered a contender for the Miss World title by a global audience, according to international pageant websites and booking agencies.
October 20, 2008
Tinnyse was on hand as the staff and management of Diamonds International presented a check in the amount of $5000.00 to NEMA to aid in relief efforts in Inagua after the passing of hurricane Ike. Diamonds International General Manager Mr. Kaniel, who himself experienced great loss when Hurricane Wilma ravaged Cozumel, Mexico, said that after seeing the enthusiasm of the staff and the desire they had to give back to the country he was touched. He stated that the unity of Bahamians in troubled times says a lot about the Bahamas at large, and that's just one more reason why he is happy to be a part of the Diamonds International Bahamas family. The staff also plans to make donations to the Turks and Caicos Island, and Haiti in the coming months.
October 16, 2008
Tinnyse was all smiles as she received a bag full of goodies, courtesy of Mizani and Sacha Cosmetics. The hair care and beauty companies are official sponsors of the Miss Bahamas World pageant. Tinnyse received a year's supply of Mizani maintenance products and a year's supply of Sacha cosmetics.
October 14, 2008
Miss Bahamas World appears in The Punch! An article in today's Punch speaks of the fact that Tinnyse is one of the favorites going into this year's Miss World competition, based on betting agency odds and her placement on several websites hot picks lists around the world.
October 9, 2008
Tinnyse was a special guest at the H. O.. Nash Junior High School's Academics Awards and Motivation Assembly. The event was held to recognize students who excelled during the summer semester, honor roll students, and those whose GPA improved in the Xmas Term. Students with outstanding results in the BJC and students are excelling in optional subjects like art and music were also recognized. Tinnyse gave the students a brief pep talk before displaying her talent as a singer.
October 9, 2008
Miss Bahamas World Tinnyse Johnson and Miss Bahamas Beauty of the World/Top Model Bahamas Chrystal Bethel were special guests at a reception for visiting heads of state of the Caribbean region. The reception was held onboard the H.M.B.S. Nassau.
October 7, 2008
Tinnyse continued to spread the message of peace as she was the special guest of the Oakes Field Primary School. Miss Bahamas World addressed several groups of students, reminding them of the importance of choosing peace rather than resorting to conflict.
October 5, 2008
Tinnyse participated in the annual National Youth march and rally. The event kicked off a month of activities commemorating National Youth month in The Bahamas.
October 2, 2008
Tinnyse appears on the cover of Hector Joaquin's blog! You can visit the popular blog at http://www.hectorjoaquin.com/ for the latest pageant news and tidbits.
September 29, 2008
Tinnyse appears on the fashion page of The Punch!
September 26, 2008
Tinnyse appears on the cover of Nu Woman magazine! The Fall 2008 issues features a story on the Rebirth of Beauty Pageants in The Bahamas, and Tinnyse serves as the cover model. The magazine will hit the stands in October so be sure to get your copy. The magazine will be available at these local retailers: 1. LOGOS BOOKSTORE - Harbour Bay Shopping Center 2. COB CHAPTER ONE BOOKSTORE - Oakes Field, next to Starbucks 3. UNITED BOOKSHOP - Marathon Mall 4. LOWE'S PHARMACY LTD- Harbour Bay and Soldier Rd North. 5. THE ISLAND SHOP - Downtown 6. CITY MARKET Food stores ALL locations- Harbour Bay, Seagrape Plaza, Rosetta St., Cable Beach, Lyford Cay, South Beach, Independence Drive and Oakes Field. 7. Royal Towers sundry in the Atlantis Resort It is also available on the islands of GRAND BAHAMA and ANDROS.
September 23, 2008
Tinnyse was among the guests who were invited to be a part of a special assembly of peace at the Thelma Gibson primary school. She joined members of the Bahamas National Youth Council and The Crisis Center of the Bahamas for the event, which commemorated the United Nations International Day of Peace. Tinnyse and other guests like recording artist Landlord sang songs, while others danced. They spoke to the students about conflict resolution and promoting peace in their everyday lives.
September 18, 2008
Tinnyse climbs to spot #8 on the Missology Hot Picks list for Miss World!
September 18, 2008
Tinnyse was among the hundreds of Bahamians who attended Kinesis, the multi sensory photo exhibition featuring the photography of Scharad Lightbourne. The exhibition benefitted those living with Autism in the Bahamas.
September 13, 2008
Tinnyse joined Miss Puerto Rico Universe Ingrid Rivera and Miss Dominican Republic Universe Marianne Cruz as special guests of the Atlantis Resort once again, this time for the concert of Latin pop sensation Paulina Rubio. After moving to the rhythm of the chart topping artist, they danced their way to Aura where the beauties partied the night away.
September 12, 2008
Tinnyse helps welcome two international beauty queens to the Bahamas! Miss Puerto Rico Universe Ingrid Rivera and Miss Dominican Republic Universe Marianne Cruz were in town for Atlantis spiciest weekend concert yet - an evening with latin grammy award winning Alejandra Guzman. The ladies met the Latino rock star backstage before enjoying her electrifying show.
August 31, 2008
Tinnyse returned home following just under a month of intensive training and grooming at the hands of pageant coach Hector Joaquin Colon Gonzalez. Thanks to all who contributed to this effort. DESIGNERS: Carlos Alberto HAUTE COUTURE; Jose Karlo; Adams & Jose Alfredo; Reynaldo Jose; Verona; Valentino Zeliachi; Nathalia Lopez; Aileen Marti; Melissa Morales; Michelle Ocasio; B-CHIC Boutique; HAIR AND MAKE-UP: Davidonne Salon - Official Salon; DIVAS Salon & Spa - Nathanael - Josue & Cucho; Hair Bazar - Almilcar & Nicky; Eddy Cespedes - Channel Makeup Artist; Luis Fernando - Makeup Trainer; TANNING: Body Bronze Tanning Salon - Aliana Chevres www.bodybronzepr.com; NAIL CARE: Nails & Feet WORLD - Zuheil Rosario; PRESS AND MEDIA: Primera Hora - Aixa Sepulveda; TV AQUI MAGAZINE - Saudy Rivera; La Semana - Miguel Homar; SPECIAL THANKS GOES OUT TO: Hon. Kenneth McClintock - President of The Senate; Jessica Trisko - Miss Earth 2007; Joaquin Bacardi - President of Bacardi Puerto Rico; Puerto Rico Wine & Food Festival 2008; Sister Rosemarie Gonzalez - Hogar El Buen Pastor; Rosa Gonzalez - Hogar El Buen Pastor; Magali Febles - Miss Puerto Rico Universe & Miss Dominican Republic Universe National Director; Rafael Delfin -Director & Executive consultant Critical Beauty Group; Alberto Vera - Executive assistant Critical Beauty Group PR; William Laguerre - Executive Chef Critical Beauty Group PR; Sara Victoria Serbia - Senate of Puerto Rico; Aureliz Cabrera - Senate of Puerto Rico. MUCHAS GRACIAS PUERTO RICO!!!!!!!
August 30, 2008
Tinnyse met with designers Nathalia Lopez and Melissa Morales who will be contributing to her Miss World wardrobe.
August 30, 2008
Tinnyse spent a few hours at Divas Salon where she was given the royal treatment by owners Nathanael and Josue and members of their team. Diva Salon and Spa is home to Puerto Rico's beauty queens. It's clientele include the likes of Ingrid Rivera, Cynthia Olavarria, and Miss Puerto Rico Universe national director Magali Febles. While there, Tinnyse had her hair and make-up done while sipping on delicious Pina Coladas!
August 28, 2008
Tinnyse visited El Jardin Botanico y Cultural de Caguas (The Botanical and Cultural Garden of Caguas), a theme park designed to educate the public about Puerto Rico's culture in relation to nature and tropical agriculture. There she met with journalist Miguel Homar who interviewed her for Le Semana, the premiere regional newspaper in Puerto Rico.
August 27, 2008
Tinnyse had a second round of fittings for her Miss World wardrobe with designer Valentino Zeliachi.
August 27, 2008
Tinnyse and Miss Earth 2007 Jessica Trisko payed a courtesy call on the President of Bacardi's Puerto Rico operation, Mr. Joaquin Bacardi.
August 26, 2008
Tinnyse received more pampering at Nail and Feet World.
August 25, 2008
While maintaining her fitness regimen, Tinnyse got to take in one of Puerto Rico's most breath taking sites.... San Juan's Condado tourist area.
August 23, 2008
Tinnyse meets the reigning Miss Earth! While in Puerto Rico for a few days, Canada's Jessica Trisko and Miss Bahamas World spent an afternoon together. The ladies got to visit some of Puerto Rico's attractions, including Los Hermanos Ayala House in Loiza where colorful costumes are made for an annual festival. Each July, a 10 day festival is held to commemorate the victory of St James, the patron saint. During the festival the ‘Vejigantes' dress up in costumes and use the masks made of coconuts that are still made and sold in Loiza. The ladies visited the store of Raul Ayala, a member of the musical group Los Hermanos Ayala and a master artisan of vejigantes. They also visited the home and studio of Samuel Lind, the Puerto Rican artist most identified with the Afro-Caribbean cultural trends of his home town Loiza. Lind has produced a great number of works celebrating dance, carnival and other aspects of Puerto Rican experience. His work is on display in his studio and in museums and homes throughout Puerto Rico. The ladies were photographed together by Hector J. Colon Gonzales, who was been instrumental in arranging Jessica's appearances on the island.
August 21, 2008
More photos from the homeless shelter visit!
August 21, 2008
Tinnyse enjoyed a piragua - a frozen Puerto Rican treat - before her next stop, the Hogar del Buen Pastor (Home of the Good Shephard) for the Homeless. The Home has created an innovative method for the rehabilitation of the homeless which begins with detoxification and the development of life skills. The home offers job training, guidance in securing permanent employment and living facilities. The home also offers a follow-up plan designed to help former residents with their transition to independent living. While visiting the facility, Tinnyse met several residents before pitching to help prepare them a meal.
August 21, 2008
Following her visit to Bacardi, Tinnyse spent the afternoon sightseeing. One of her stops was the Fort San Felipe Del Morro. El Morro, officially known as Fuerte San Felipe del Morro, sits atop a high promontory overlooking the entrance to San Juan Bay. It is the result of the efforts of many different Spanish engineers over a period of more than 200 years and is one of the largest forts built by the Spaniards in the Caribbean. El Morro is both a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National Historic Site in the U. S. National Park Service. From El Morro, she walked a short distance to the Cuartel de Ballaja or Ballaja Barracks which housed Spanish troops during the 1800s, and later was the quarters for American soldiers following the Spanish-American War. Tinnyse also visited La Fortaleza, (The Fortress) - the current official residence of the Governor of Puerto Rico. It was built between 1533 and 1540 to defend the harbor of San Juan. It is the oldest executive mansion in the New World and was listed by UNESCO in 1983 as a World Heritage Site.
August 21, 2008
Tinnyse made good on a promise to visit Bacardi's headquarters in Puerto Rico. While attending the launch of the Bacardi store in Nassau, she met the President of Bacardi's Puerto Rico operation Mr. Joaquin Bacardi who invited her to visit the facility during her time in the enchanted isle. Tinnyse was taken on a tour of the facility, meeting several members of staff in the process.
August 21, 2008
Tinnyse moves up by four spots on the latest Missosology Hot Picks list for Miss World!
August 19, 2008
Tinnyse began her lessons with makeup artist Louis Fernando, who is teaching her how to apply her own makeup for all occasions. Louis was pleased with his new student, giving her a B+ for her efforts!
August 19, 2008
Tinnyse visited designer Valentino Zeliachi for fittings. Valentino is one of the many designers who will be dressing Tinnyse for Miss World.
August 16, 2008
Tinnyse spent the evening attending the Miss Puerto Rico Petite Pageant where she was the guest of honor. She looked simply divine wearing a Jose Karlo original.
August 16, 2008
Tinnyse appeared as a special guest at the Puerto Rico Wine and Food Fest. For three consecutive days the Puerto Rico convention center housed more than 40 fine dining restaurants and 300 brands of wines, attracting visitors in the thousands who came to enjoy, taste, and sample. Recognized Chefs of the Food Network, Discovery Channel, as well as the winner of the 2006 edition of the program Top Chef were at the Fest offering the public enjoyable tastes of their culinary talent. Tinnyse, whose hobby is cooking, was in her element as she met a number of celebrities chefs, and also appeared on Puerto Rican television.
August 15, 2008
Tinnyse lands in the 9th spot of Grand Slam Beauties Miss World Hot Picks list! This is the second pageant website to name Miss Bahamas World as one of the early favorites for the crown.
August 14, 2008
It was a big day for appearances for Miss Bahamas World! Tinnyse was invited to Puerto Rico's House of Parliament, where she paid a courtesy call on the President of the Senate, the Hon. Kenneth McClintock Hernandez. She looked simply divine wearing a Carlos Alberto original. Following the courtesy call, Tinnyse was interviewed and photographed for TV Aqui - a weekly showbiz and entertainment magazine with a circulation of 50,000 island wide. Special thanks to Editor in Chief Saudy Rivera for facilitating the interview and Jose Juan Martinez for arranging the courtesy call.
August 13, 2008
The next stop for Tinnyse was Nails and Feet World. Thanks to the generosity of owner Zuheil Rosario, she received a manicure and pedicure in preparation for a big day of appearance ahead. Nails and Feet World is a proud sponsor of Miss Bahamas World!