From the Puerto Rican Parade of Fairfield County:
The PRPFC is excited to announce that the pageant finals were held on May 31 at Harding High School. The Puerto Rican Parade of Fairfield County, Inc. is proud to announce the 2025 winners of its Royal Court titles. This year, we honor two outstanding young individuals who exemplify cultural pride, leadership, and dedication to their communities.
Miss Puerto Rico 2025: Janel Vega
Janel Vega is a passionate 15-year-old student at Shelton High School. A gifted artist, Janel enjoys drawing and devotes her time to volunteer work both at school and within her community. She aspires to become a marine biologist and a community advocate, blending her love for the environment with her desire to uplift others. Janel represents the bright future of our youth and embodies the values of compassion, creativity, and ambition.
Little Miss Puerto Rico 2025: Aaliyah Burgos
Aaliyah Burgos is a lively 6-year-old student at Wilbur Cross School who brings joy to everyone she meets. She loves dancing and expressing herself through fun and playful TikTok videos. Aaliyah dreams of becoming a teacher one day, hoping to encourage and inspire other children just like her.
Photography for this year’s winners was captured by Sandy Archuleta of Simple Joys Photos. Additional images and visuals provided by Brandon Rodriguez of @BRodVisuals. We extend our heartfelt thanks for their outstanding work in preserving these special moments.
