T&T’s representative for Miss World 2021, JEANINE Brandt, has contracted Covid-19 in Puerto Rico. She is in quarantine at this time. The show was cancelled after an outbreak of the virus which included at least 15 staff members and more that 20 of the 97 contestants.

Miss World TT issued the following statement.

“(Brandt’s) test result came in upon her departure from the San Juan Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve, Puerto Rico, as the postponing of Miss World Competition 2021 was announced on Thursday 16, December due to covid19 concerns. Further to an assessment by medical personnel, Jeanine is doing well and remains in quarantine as per Puerto Rico’s health regulations.

The team for Miss World TT would like to extend their sincere gratitude for the overwhelming support shown over the past month for Jeanine Brant.”