The world's most beautiful teacher emerged! She took her crown to the Dominican Republic.
The 24‑year‑old Dominican teacher Joheirry Mola Dominguez, who left behind the representatives of 111 countries at Miss World 2026 held in Vietnam, won the competition. Turkey's representative Sıla Saraydemir also drew attention by making the Top 40.

In Vietnam, at Miss World 2026, 24‑year‑old Dominican Joheirry Mola Dominguez, who left behind the representatives of 111 countries, became the new queen of the world’s most prestigious beauty contest. Dominguez, who works as a teacher, journalist, and social entrepreneur, drew attention with her success. Turkey’s representative, Sıla Saraydemir, also earned a significant placement by making the Top 40.
The Crown Belonged to the Dominican Republic
The final of Miss World 2026 took place on 5 September in Nha Trang, Vietnam. At the end of the competition, Joheirry Mola Dominguez, who represented the Dominican Republic, wore the crown of victory.
Spain’s representative, Elisabeth Reynés, finished second, while Malaysia’s representative, Taanusiya Chetty, took third place. With this result, the Dominican Republic won the Miss World crown for the second time.
Dominguez Shone on the Road to the Final
With 111 countries represented in the competition, the Top 40 was first selected during the final stage. The selection of the quarter‑finalists was influenced by a range of events held throughout the contest, public voting, and jury evaluations.
Dominguez, however, secured his place in the Top 40 by winning the Top Model competition held in the Americas and Caribbean region before the contest.
Turkey's representative in the Top 40
Sıla Saraydemir represented Turkey at Miss World 2026. Saraydemir achieved a noteworthy result for Turkey by making it into the Top 40 in the competition.
Saraydemir was among the ten contestants who advanced to the Top 40 from the Asia and Oceania region. The Turkish representative also participated in social responsibility projects carried out with the Turkish Down Syndrome Association under the "Beauty With a Purpose" initiative.
Behind the Beauty Crown is an Education Career
The 24‑year‑old Joheirry Mola Dominguez stands out not only for her beauty but also for her professional work. In Miss World’s official profile, Dominguez is described as a literature and social studies teacher, journalist, and social entrepreneur.
Dominguez, who studied Business Management and Administration at university, serves as founder and president of the organization "Voices of Tomorrow".
Works for Disadvantaged Children
Dominguez's social venture aims to increase access to English education for children and young people living in disadvantaged areas.
Dominguez, who is also said to teach English literature and social studies, aims to help students develop critical thinking and self-expression skills.
Sent a Message with a Social Responsibility Project
At the finale, he was asked about the work he carried out under the "Beauty With a Purpose" framework and how he would develop these projects if elected Miss World.
Dominguez, emphasizing his identity as an educator, highlighted the importance of ensuring that disadvantaged children and young people have access to English education.
Thus, Joheirry Mola Dominguez not only brought the second Miss World crown to the Dominican Republic, but also became one of the competition's standout figures through her work in education and social responsibility.
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