Pageant girl Claudia Cousin has set her sights on a new crown as she continues to work towards her dream on competing on an international stage.

The 19-year-old beauty therapist started her pageant career as Deal Regatta Queen in 2016.

She then went on to represent her country in Miss European Global, taking the crown in 2018.

Now she's working towards becoming Miss Galaxy which would take her across the pond to America.

The three-day event starts on March 12 and is in Chorley, Lancashire.

Representing south east Kent, the former Goodwin Academy pupil will compete against around 60 others from all over the country in two rounds on stage.

She will also be judged on her public appearances which have included at Deal Selections, Dogs Trust and Atlantic Beauty Pageant in Norfolk, and fundraising for the Christie Cancer Charity, which she has raised more than £100.

She said: "If I were to win this I would go on to compete in America which is another step closer to my dream of competing internationally.

"I really enjoy all aspects of pageantry especially the charity elements which allows me to help others and meet new people."

Her mum, Claire Cousin, said: "Competing in pageants have really built up Claudia's confidence.

"Day to day she's really reserved but when she gets on stage she transforms."

Thanks has been given to her sponsors UBeauty, The Hive, Ringwould Landscape Services, Luke De Kort Settle, Susan's Magical Moments Photography, Red Carpet Glamour UK, Richard Murrill Pageant Sponsorship and A&S Event Services.

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