Eighteen-year-old Stacy-Jan Sujballi claimed victory in the Miss Jamaica Global competition, held at the National Arena. The event was organised by the Jamaica Screen Actors Guild and co-sponsored by Diversey Wyandotte. The pageant featured a dazzling stage with UV lights, glamorous evening gowns, and impressive swimwear presentations. Interval entertainment included performances by the GQ Dancers, Dance Fever Hollywood Dance champions, and Junior Tucker, who serenaded the contestants.

Published Wednesday, October 10, 1984

Stacy-Jan is Miss Jamaica Global

Stacy-Jan Sujballi, left the National Arena with $18,000 in prizes Saturday night, September 29, having won the title of the Miss Jamaica Global competition.

It was no easy victory, for 18-year-old Stacy wearing the sash “Miss Cee Bees Spearmint Gums,” had to ward off strong competition from the second place winner, Winsome Simmonds, whose distinctive body curves singled her out – at least among the crowd.  Winsome wore the sash “Miss Lannaman and Morris Shipping” was crowned “Miss Jamaica Commonwealth,”  and she received $2,000 in cash as her main prize.  She was also adjudged the contestant with the best figure.

The petite, unassuming Sandra Abdull who wore the sash “Miss Woods Hardware” was third.  For this she was given $1,000 in cash Fourth place winner was Donna Grant “Miss Serv Wel" who received $500, while Olive Deans, “Miss Jamaica Bookmakers Association”, came fifth.

Organised by the Jamaica Screen Actors Guild with co-sponsorship from Diversey Wyandotte, the Miss Jamaica Global show started stated about 30 minutes late, and the Governor General, the Most Hon Sir Florizel Glasspole, who patronised the show, was kept waiting.

However, once starred the shimmering, magical trays of the ultra violet lights beamed on the stage, transformed the already regal setting on red drapes, fitted with over lapping valance, and trimmed at the hem with red and white tassels into a dramatic, iridescent spectacle.

Added to this were rays of mid-curtains made of glittering sequin like material, which, when parted by the contestants as they entered the stage, allowed view of subrils glowing globe in the background, that rapidly captured the essence of the theme of the show Beauty in Glitter and Glamour. The elegant hand-carved mahogany bedroom suite given to the winner by Globe Furniture, was displayed to the left of the stage and this added colour to the stage setting.

The first appearance of the best was made in Richard Russell designed sports car, under the ultra violet lights. But two of the lamps blew, and this detracted from the organized and well synchronised routine the girls displayed on stage. The beauty of this presentation was that it lacked the stereotype and overly civilised routines of beauty contests, and it was obvious that much hard work and some imagination must been invested in the choreography became across well.

The presentation on Sony Vaz designed swim suits was sensational.  The swim suits had a plunging fit neckline with the upper half made of strips of white cloth forming vests which contrasted with the lower half which was in solid black and a high French cut.

The final appearance was in evening gowns made of expensive silk, chiffon material, and some adorned with sequins. Most arresting was an exquisite royal blue outfit designed by Fashion Whirl and worn by Rose Allen. 

Made of blue satin, the gown was a sheath fitted with an over skirt draped around the hip and held the place by side loops. The spaghetti straps, neckline, and hemline were highlighted by blue sequins, and most important. It was a perfect tutor Rose.

During intervals between the stage presentation, the crowd was kept hopping with a varied entertainment. The GQ Dancers, the Dance Fever Hollywood Dance off champions and Duke Diamond with his daring somersaults, and tap dancing were all well received.

Junior Tucker who serenaded the girls gave a sterling performance and given the chance, when would have stolen the show.  He held the crowd with his generations and he was full of surprises.

Other sectional prizes were best smile, Donna Grant, best gown, Stacy Jan Sujballi, best hairstyle.

Sandra Abdull, most congenial Rose Allen, most intelligent Olive Deans. Most co-operative Beverley Levy, and most photogenic Sharon Banks.

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