Kishanté Connor-Carty

Kishanté Connor-Carty is an Anguillian pageant queen Kishante who placed as 1st Runner-Up at the Miss Essence & Mind International Swimwear Pageant 2026 in Sint Maarten on October 3, 2026.

She has attracted attention through her participation in beauty pageants and her efforts to represent Anguilla on regional platforms. Known for her confidence, poise, and strong connection to her island, she is part of a new generation of young Anguillians showcasing their talents beyond their home country.

Early Life and Education

Kishanté Connor-Carty is from The Valley, Anguilla, a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean known for its beautiful beaches and close-knit communities.

She attended Albena Lake-Hodge Comprehensive School, where she completed her secondary education before continuing with the school’s Advanced Level Programme, which she finished in June 2023. During her school years, she participated in the We Love Hospitality Club and served as its public relations officer. This experience provided opportunities to develop communication, teamwork, and organizational skills. 

Although detailed information about her childhood, family background, and personal interests remains limited, her educational experience and public appearances offer some insight into her development.

Pageant Career and Achievements

Connor-Carty became more widely recognized through her participation in the Miss Anguilla 2026 competition. The event provided a platform for her to demonstrate her personality, presentation skills, and ability to represent her community.

She finished as first runner-up in the competition and earned several additional awards, including Best Ambassadorial Wear, Best Swimwear, Miss Congeniality, and Miss Photogenic. These distinctions highlighted different aspects of her performance, from presentation and confidence to the positive relationships she built with fellow contestants. 

Her success at Miss Anguilla opened the door to another opportunity: representing her island at the Essence and Mind International Swimsuit Pageant in St Maarten in October 2026.

The regional event brought together ten delegates from across the Caribbean. Although Connor-Carty did not finish among the winners, her participation gave her experience competing internationally and representing Anguilla outside its shores. She returned home to a warm welcome from family, friends, and supporters, with the Anguilla Festivals Development Commission publicly celebrating her efforts. 

Public Image and Personal Life

Connor-Carty’s public profile reflects her involvement in pageantry and community representation. Beauty competitions can demand preparation, confidence, discipline, and the ability to communicate effectively under pressure.

She keeps much of her private life away from the public eye.