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Irish Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Irish Daily Mirror
Ireland's Next Top Model shares next heartfelt venture after world competition
Ireland's Next Top Model has opened up about her next heartfelt venture after coming in the top five of the world beauty pageantry contest. Kristine Subrovska has just returned from Egypt where she competed in The World's Next Top Model, ranking in the top five in the global competition. The televised pageant was won by Miss Colombia. Kristine, who has a degree in Business and Law, also achieved the highest placement ever for an Irish contestant in the global competition's 30-year history, outperforming hundreds of contestants from across the globe. Speaking about the beauty pageant, she said: "Representing Ireland in Egypt to a sold-out crowd was unforgettable —it was a privilege." But it's not just the catwalk where Kristine is hoping to make waves. Long before the ground-breaking win, she became a vocal advocate for children's rights and social reform. Working closely with FashionHouse Ireland, she played a key role in shaping the upcoming Dublin Fashion Week and appeared on a series of motivational podcasts giving a platform to emerging creatives and unheard voices. Her advocacy sharpened in response to growing concerns about Tusla, Ireland's Child and Family Agency. Recent HIQA reports have flagged serious failings—staffing gaps, delays in child protection assessments and children left without assigned social workers. "This goes beyond numbers," Kristine said. "These are real children in real danger. No child in Ireland should be left without care or protection. I won't stay silent when I can help shine a light on this crisis." She's now collaborating with charities, welfare advocates and policymakers to push for urgent reform in child protection services. "What matters now is using this platform to drive change. Irish models can be more than faces—we can be forces for good," she added. With Kristine back on home soil, momentum is already building for the 2026 edition of Ireland's Next Top Model. Applications are flooding in, and pageant director Michael Martin Byrne has confirmed a revamped format, including regional heats and a grand finale in Dublin.
Sunday World
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Sunday World
Irish model reaches top five in international pageant final in Egypt
Kristine Subrovska was the recent first-ever winner of Ireland's Next Top Model IRELAND'S Kristine Subrovska is celebrating coming in the top five of the Top Model of the World pageant in Egypt. Dubliner Kristine, who was born in Latvia but grew up in Citywest from the age of seven, was flying the flag for Ireland among 30 countries competing for the top prize last night in Hurghada. Kristine was the recent first-ever winner of Ireland's Next Top Model, and soared past hundreds of global contestants to achieve the highest placement ever for an Irish representative since the pageant's launch in over three decades. 'Egypt was an unforgettable experience and an incredible honour to represent my country to a sold out arena' Kristine said. The televised pageant was won by Miss Colombia. Kristine has quickly emerged as a voice for children's rights, advocacy, and change. Kristine Subrovska in Egypt News in 90 Seconds - May 31st Since winning the Irish title, Kristine has worked closely with Fashion House Ireland in preparation for Dublin Fashion Week, playing a hands-on role in shaping the future of Irish designers. Her work includes motivational podcasts that give aspiring creatives and unheard voices a chance to be heard. In recent times, Tusla, Ireland's Child and Family Agency, has come under increasing scrutiny due to issues in staffing, resourcing, and service delivery, especially in the areas of child protection and welfare. HIQA inspections have uncovered deeply concerning gaps in some regions, large numbers of vulnerable children were left without assigned social workers, and many were not assessed or safeguarded in time. Having learned of these reports, Kristine felt compelled to act. 'This isn't just about statistics it's about real children, real lives,' Kristine said. 'No child in Ireland should ever be left without care, without protection, or placed in unsafe situations. If I can use my platform to amplify this crisis and help create change, then I will not stay silent.' Determined to make a difference, Kristine is now actively collaborating with charities, child welfare advocates, and policymakers to push for reform and bring greater visibility to these critical issues. 'What matters most is what I do with this platform now. I'm committed to helping our youth, standing up for vulnerable children, and showing that Irish models can stand for more than beauty—we can stand for change.' She admits it was difficult leaving Latvia and everything she knew behind at such a tender age. 'It was tough,' she confirms. 'But it made me stronger. It taught me that no matter what happens, I can rise.' With a degree in Business and Law and a powerful presence in the charity world, Kristine uses her opportunity to uplift, inspire, and give back. From working with Dean Ryan on youth-focused events to championing causes like the DSPCA and the Irish Cancer Society, her passion is matched only by her compassion — especially after her own mother's battle with cancer. Earlier this year she had her crowning moment the iconic George Bar in Dublin. The venue was packed with energy as the colourful drag queens Davina Devine and dazzling Dolly Grip joined the festivities. The crown was officially placed on Cormac Branagan of Tallafornia fame. 'This is more than fashion,' Kristine says. 'It's about proving to every girl who's ever felt small that she's powerful beyond measure. I want them to see me and say — if she can, so can I.' With Kristine returning home to Dublin, anticipation for Ireland's Next Top Model 2026 is already reaching new heights. Applications are flooding in from across the country, and pageant director Micheal Martin Byrne has confirmed a structured competition in regional heats nationwide, leading to a glamorous grand finale in Dublin.
Irish Daily Mirror
26-05-2025
- Business
- Irish Daily Mirror
Model boss set to travel to Egypt to represent Ireland in world competition
Ireland's newest model boss is heading to Egypt to represent Ireland in the 'Top Model of the World' competition. Latvian-born Kristine Subrovska owns Dublin-based The Model Method after she was scouted when she was just 11 years old. The model will be packing her bags and heading to Hurghada, Egypt to represent Ireland at the iconic Top Model of the World competition. With over 30 countries competing, all eyes are on this rising star as she steps on to one of the biggest runways in the world. Born in Latvia, she moved to Ireland at age seven, facing the heartbreak of leaving everything she knew behind. "It was tough," she said. "But it made me stronger. It taught me that no matter what happens, I can rise." Kristine, who has a business and law degree, said that she's not just chasing dreams but is trying to light the way for others. "This is more than fashion. It's about proving to every girl who's ever felt small that she's powerful beyond measure. I want them to see me and say — if she can, so can I." In December last year, Kristine opened up about her new modelling agency. "The Model Method has quickly made waves across social platforms, landing models exciting, high-profile jobs and opening doors to endless opportunities. "Whether you're an aspiring model looking to break into the industry or a seasoned pro ready to level up, we are here to help you shine brighter than ever. "It is led by myself and award-winning photographer Rhi. "Our mission is simple: to provide a supportive and professional network where models and clients can thrive. "At The Model Method, we don't just create models—we create empowered, confident individuals who are ready to conquer the spotlight," she said at the time.
