A student is hoping to be crowned Miss Teen Great Britain after she saw off hundreds of entrants to reach the grand finals.
Gracie Board, who studies at Elstree Screen Arts Academy in Borehamwood, has already won the title of Miss Teen Bedfordshire - where she lives - and has her eyes on the win the ultimate prize next year.
Gracie said: "I am so excited to have made it to the final. It is a great achievement, as there were so many gorgeous semi-finalists.
"I am so grateful that I am able to represent Bedfordshire whilst raise money and awareness for charities."
Gracie
Gracie's local success is already seeing her collaborate with sportswear label Stronger
The finals of Miss Teen Great Britain 2020 will take place at a glitzy ceremony at The Globe in Blackpool in October next year.
The winner will walk away with prizes including £1,000, dresses from The Dress Studio, a sparkling sash and crown, and more.
Gracie added: "Making it to the grand final is a dream come true – fingers crossed I will be able to win the Miss Teen Great Britain crown."
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