Samantha Powell
Miss Universe New Zealand 2008
Why did you decide to compete in the Miss Universe New Zealand pageant?
I entered a regional competition called Miss Horowhenua for fun as I didn’t have a hobby at the time and really wanted to do something that I could hopefully learn from. I entered that not knowing the outcome and automatically gained entry into Miss Universe NZ from that.
What was going through your head when you were announced as winner of the Miss Universe New Zealand pageant?
Is it me??? I was confused at the beginning and to be honest it didn’t hit me at all and still hasn’t. Its so surreal to have such a wonderful opportunity handed to you right then and there. I was overwhelmed. It was truly one of the best moments of my life.
What do you think your duties are as Miss Universe NZ?
As Miss Universe NZ I am an ambassador for the country so my duties include helping in the communities around NZ whenever I can as well empowering the younger generations and letting them know whats out there through a financial perspective through a programme that I am involved in called “What's Next”.
What would be your most memorable moment at Miss Universe?
Making best friends for life!
Who would be your favorite pageant winner and why?
Jennifer Hawkins – so natural and has a smile that could light up anyone's day.
Who would be your role model and why?
My mum, shes such an amazing woman and has made me the person I am today. I know its cliché but seriously without her I don’t know where I would be.
I entered a regional competition called Miss Horowhenua for fun as I didn’t have a hobby at the time and really wanted to do something that I could hopefully learn from. I entered that not knowing the outcome and automatically gained entry into Miss Universe NZ from that.
What was going through your head when you were announced as winner of the Miss Universe New Zealand pageant?
Is it me??? I was confused at the beginning and to be honest it didn’t hit me at all and still hasn’t. Its so surreal to have such a wonderful opportunity handed to you right then and there. I was overwhelmed. It was truly one of the best moments of my life.
What do you think your duties are as Miss Universe NZ?
As Miss Universe NZ I am an ambassador for the country so my duties include helping in the communities around NZ whenever I can as well empowering the younger generations and letting them know whats out there through a financial perspective through a programme that I am involved in called “What's Next”.
What would be your most memorable moment at Miss Universe?
Making best friends for life!
Who would be your favorite pageant winner and why?
Jennifer Hawkins – so natural and has a smile that could light up anyone's day.
Who would be your role model and why?
My mum, shes such an amazing woman and has made me the person I am today. I know its cliché but seriously without her I don’t know where I would be.