Overview
- Miss Universe Jamaica posted an Instagram statement on July 18 confirming the death of LaToya Malcolm and offering condolences to her family and friends.
- Malcolm was 35 and rose to national attention as a finalist in Miss Universe Jamaica 2024 before winning the Miss Jamaica Bikini International 2024 title.
- She built a more than decade-long career as a model, actress, dancer and dance instructor and worked with youth programs such as the Transition Project.
- Colleagues and followers have posted tributes online, including a message from current Miss Universe Jamaica Gabrielle Henry, and Malcolm’s last known social post showed her on the Smile Jamaica program on July 3.
- Family and organizers have not disclosed a cause of death or funeral arrangements and further updates are expected if relatives or authorities release new information.