Our founder placed Top 10 at Miss Swimsuit UK 2026
29 September 2026
Leanda Jane Talbot is a South African-born entrepreneur, creative director, former national dance champion, professional performer, published model and advocate for visible and invisible disabilities. She is the founder of Crystal Princess and Miss Invisible Crown.
Leanda lives with epilepsy and PTSD. She came to Ireland to heal from epilepsy and trauma, and rebuilt her life through resilience, grit and determination.
At 41, she placed in the Top 10 at Miss Swimsuit UK 2026 and qualified for the international stage.
Her journey carries a Three Nations story: born in South Africa, healing in Ireland, and the United Kingdom became her stage. Miss Swimwear South Africa carries that same journey forward for every woman who enters.