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Crown Culture,the official franchise holder of Miss Universe Kenya, is set to host its highly anticipated nationwide casting call at The Piano, ALX in Nairobi.
This high-stakes event marks the official launch of a revamped, competitive selection process to find the ultimate representative for the global Miss Universe stage in Puerto Rico this November.
Over 200 highly competitive applicants from across the country are expected to audition this Sunday,putting their intelligence, charisma, and poise before an elite panel of industry leaders.
Facing the daunting task of narrowing the pool down are world-class judges, including renowned creative director Kevin Bellwood and celebrated former Miss Universe Botswana, Dr. Thanolo Caroline.
The elimination roadmap will unfold across two intensive phases:
· The Preliminary Boot Camp: The judges will select 30 standout semi-finalists from today’s pool to enter an intensive training camp running from 15th to 19th June 2026.
· The Residential Boot Camp: At the end of the first week, the cohort will be cut in half. The final 15 official contestants will advance to an exclusive, luxury residential boot camp at Entim Sidai in Karen, spanning 22nd to 26th June 2026.
The elite residential boot camp at Entim Sidai is structured to move far beyond traditional pageant training.The final 15 contestants will undergo a transformative curriculum designed to equip them with critical life skills, strategic leadership, media presentation, and professional catwalk mastery.
This holistic preparation ensures the ultimate winner possesses the mental fortitude and stage presence required to capture the global crown in Puerto Rico.
“We are redefining what leadership and beauty mean on an international scale,” said Crown Culture National Director Kevin Bellwood.
“The casting will focus heavily on substance, resilience, and global readiness.The Piano at ALX provides the perfect modern, forward-thinking backdrop to launch this incredible journey.”
