Hillary Joubert was crowned Miss Seychelles Another World 2017 at the finale of the pageant held on 27th August at the Avani Seychelles Barbarons Resort and Spa. Hilary triumphed over 13 other contestants including her court in the pageant which was under the theme 'Miss Seychelles Another World -- Labote Seselwa - The Pearl of Seychelles.’
Hillary is 23 years of age and hails from Glacis. She was also voted as the winner of People's Choice. With this victory, Hillary has gotten the privilege to represent Seychelles in Miss World 2017 to be held on November 18th in Sanya, China.
“I am very happy and wasn't expecting to be crowned, but I am very proud of myself. I thoroughly enjoyed my experience. It was something beautiful where I learned a lot. I will miss all the other contestants very much." Hillary said in her victory speech.
Miss Seychelles 2016, Christine Barbier, was not present in the event to crown her successor, however, she wished all the best to Miss Seychelles 2017, Hillary, in a post on her Facebook page.
In the same event, Petra Tamatave was crowned as the first runner-up while Serah Jumaye, who also won the best evening wear award, was announced as the second runner-up.
Other awards given at the pageant were -
Tracy Francoise - Miss Photogenic
Nerli Haide - Miss Personality
Angie Desnousse - Miss Talent
Seychelle Worth - Miss Sports and Best Beauty with a Purpose Project
Other finalists were: Keisha Pereira, Ralista Hortere, Joanna Pouponneau, Stephie Bastienne, Hillary Joubert, Nancy Esparon, and Falaine Dora.