The Miss Hawaii USA 2019 competition is happening Sunday, November 18th at the Hawaii Convention Center.
All week long we are featuring various contestants and asking them a couple of our own questions.
Brittany Ann Payne – Miss Ko’olina
Occupation: Deckhand/Rescue Diver; Live-in Veteran Affairs Caregiver
Age: 26
Choose 4 words that describe you: Resilient, Ambitious, Fearless, and Compassionate
What do you like to do for fun?
Adding to the list of countries I’ve backpacked. I enjoy diving for marine debris, beach clean ups, advocating for sustainable living, kickboxing, and kayaking.
Halia Parish – Miss West Oahu
Occupation: I own a fashion business called MyTita & Theatrical Performer
Age: 26
Choose 4 words that describe you: Kind, Adaptable, Courageous, and Creative
What do you like to do for fun?
I love doing fun activities with my family. We often enjoy water sports (jet skis and surfing), playing music together and singing until the sun sets.
Tasha Rose Miyataki – Hawaii Island
Occupation: Target Executive, Human Resources
Age: 25
Choose 4 words that describe you: Driven, Passionate, Loyal, and Accountable
What do you like to do for fun?
I love dancing hula, spending time with friends and family, exploring the outdoors, and watching sports, especially baseball.
Tiare Brown – Kahala
Occupation: Third Party IVF Nurse Coordinator and Research Coordinator at The Fertility Institute of Hawaii
Age: 26
Choose 4 words that describe you: Ambitious, Creative, Passionate, and Adaptable
What do you like to do for fun?
Dance! In particular I love ballet, hula, and hiphop which I started at age 4. I also enjoy cooking and spending time with my family.
