'Ana Kaitapu, Face of Tonga 2004 [1]
Thursday, December 2, 2004 - 16:30. Updated on Thursday, May 8, 2014 - 15:13.
Nuku'alofa, Tonga
'Ana Tupou Kaitapu 19, was crowned last night by the Hon. Lupeolo Halaevalu Moheofo Tuita as the Miss Face of Tonga 2004.
The crowning ceremony highlighted an evening of spectacular dancing and singing at the Kahana Lagoon Resort, Nuku'alofa.
The show began in style with the arrival of the eight contestants at the resort aboard a Kalia, crewed by muscle-men. What followed was spontaneous performances, including the appearances of the girls in three judging categories, swim wear, talent, National Wear and interview.
Ana's winning prizes include a six weeks scholarship course in Hospitality and Trade at the Auckland Institute of Technology, a $600 cash prize, one return ticket to Auckland, two return ticket to Vava...u, a gift pack valued at $50 pa...anga, and a trophy.
The first runner up was Lavei Hasiata 20, Second runner up was Lavei Hasiata 20, third runner up was Helena Manoa 18, and in fourth place was Mele Tulua 20.
'Ana was a Form 7 student at 'Apifo'ou College. 'Ana's win maintained the domination by the Kaitapu sisters of beauty contests in Tonga. The current Miss Heilala, Telesia Kaitapu is 'Ana's older sister. Their elder sister Christina was also a Miss Heilala.