02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Hamilton student wins Miss Great Britain Glasgow title
Jenna Louise Kinnaird from Hamilton will go on to represent the city in the competition to become Miss Great Britain 2025.
The business student and retail worker won the coveted beauty contest at the Radstone Hotel in Larkhall.
Jenna Louise Kinnaird (Image: Supplied) Hamilton student wins Miss Great Britain Glasgow title (Image: Supplied) She said: 'I had to turn around to my family to make sure I'd heard it correctly, it didn't feel real at first. It was such an overwhelming moment of pride, knowing that all the hard work, preparation, and dedication had truly paid off.
"It was a dream come true.
'I entered the competition because I wanted to challenge myself and step out of my comfort zone.
"I've always been the quiet girl, someone who kept to herself at school, and I knew that entering something like this would push me to confront my anxiety and confidence issues head-on.
"Deep down, I've always had a passion to make a difference, and something told me this was my moment to finally put myself out there and start making that impact.'
The 20-year-old will travel to Leicester on Friday, October 17, to face the others in the national final.
(Image: Supplied) (Image: Supplied)
READ NEXT:Govanhill festival set up to combat racism to return for ninth year
She continued: 'My confidence has soared, and I've learned that with dedication and effort, anything is possible.
"The friendships I've formed through this journey are truly unique—we're a group of passionate young women, each with different beliefs but united by a shared desire to create positive change.
'It's a true honour to represent Glasgow, a city full of incredible opportunities and rich culture. Being able to showcase Glasgow on the national stage is a dream come true."
Having raised £600 already, Jenna plans to use her platform to support Dementia UK, with a special focus on their Still Me campaign.
She also hopes to promote kids' clubs that support children with additional needs.
Jenna added: 'I'm raising awareness for this cause means so much to me because it's incredibly close to my heart.
"It motivates me to speak out as loudly as I can. Although my gran's condition can't be changed drastically, I am determined to do everything I can to help others and raise funds.
"That gives me a deep sense of purpose and achievement, especially knowing how much my family's life has been impacted by dementia.'
