Ghana’s representative to the 72nd Miss World pageant, Jutta Ama Pokuah Addo, was met with an unexpected tribute mid-air while travelling to Hyderabad, India, on Sunday.
During the flight, four cabin crew members of Qatar Airways presented her with a handwritten note commending her role as a cultural ambassador. The pink card, signed by Shreya, Saakshi, Sangita, and Ashweta — members of the flight team —described her as someone who had “already conquered hearts with [her] beauty and kindness” and wished her well in her quest on the global stage.
The message concluded with a warm welcome to Hyderabad, where Addo is set to join dozens of contestants from around the world for the prestigious Miss World competition.
The beauty queen shared a photo of the gesture on social media, writing that she felt “so emotional” upon receiving the card. The moment has since resonated with many within Ghana’s pageant community, who saw it as a morale boost ahead of a significant appearance for the country.
Observers have highlighted the encounter as an example of how individuals in everyday roles can help uplift national representatives. While such acknowledgements during commercial flights are rare, they can carry symbolic weight, especially as countries continue to use platforms like Miss World to project cultural identity and soft power.
Miss Ghana’s participation in the global event is expected to spotlight the nation’s heritage, creativity, and advocacy work, with Addo emerging as a strong voice among this year’s cohort.
