00:00The kings and queens came out in full splendor last night, each hoping to capture the coveted king and queen
00:07of carnival crowns.
00:09Masqueraders carried massive towering creations across the stage of the Queen's Park Savannah, presenting their portrayals before a panel of
00:17seven judges.
00:18It was a showcase of this country's unmatched creativity, theater, color and craftsmanship woven into spectacular designs synonymous with Trinidad
00:29and Tobago's carnival tradition.
00:32From towering moco jumbies to elaborately bejeweled and multicolored masterpieces rising as high as 22 feet, the stage transformed into
00:42a living gallery of art in motion.
00:44It was a spectacle to behold a dazzling rainbow of color shimmering beneath the lights.
00:51Among the standout portrayals, Priya Nagasa's benevolent Sophia sea god clashed with the fierce strength of Thora, the warrior queen.
01:00Costumes were judged on design, creativity, visual impact, portability and craftsmanship, a delicate balance between grandeur and grace.
01:10One portrayal, the pollinating matriarch embraced sustainability, incorporating recycled materials and an eco-friendly approach to traditional masks.
01:21As the Savannah crowd looked on, judges faced the difficult task of selecting one queen and one king to reign
01:29supreme.
01:29In the end, it was Roxanne O'Malu with her dramatic portrayal of Duchess of the Dark Skies who captured the
01:37judges' favor, earning the bragging rights and the title of Queen of Carnival, thereby also retaining her 2025 title.
01:46As for the king, Ted Eustace also retained his 2025 title of Carnival King with his portrayal of Lord of
01:55Fire and Ice.
01:59In position 5.
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