“Jacqueline Means of Wilmington, Del., was crowned Miss Caribbean U.S. 2025 at the pageant’s 25th anniversary in Philadelphia. A proud Afro-Latina representing Puerto Rico, Means is a distinguished scholar and founder of the Girls Empowerment STEM Initiative, inspiring young girls of color to pursue careers in science and technology. Her coronation marks a milestone in the pageant’s legacy of celebrating culture, leadership, and service.”