MISS World raised spirits during a visit to Coventry Myton Hospice.
Opal Suchata from Thailand – who was crowned Miss World 2025 in May – visited the hospice alongside Coventry’s Miss England semi-finalist Sharandeep Sahota as part of her UK Beauty with a Purpose Tour to encourage more open conversations around death and dying.
She spent time with patients, staff and volunteers, learning more about the specialist palliative and end-of-life care the charity provides.
Opal said it was an inspiring experience, adding: “The patients’ strength, wisdom, and inner peace moved me. One lady told me she’s planning a party to celebrate her life with family and friends, while she’s still there. That was so brave and so beautiful.
“The nurses and staff I met all shared the same feeling: they’re happy to be there, bringing dignity, joy, and light to people in their most delicate moments. It’s a place filled with love.”
Sapphire Earle, Senior Staff Nurse at Coventry Myton Hospice, said it was an honour to host Opal.
She added: “It’s fantastic that she’s using her platform to raise awareness of the importance of palliative care and the difference hospices can make to our patients’ lives.”
