'You're all beautiful' - TV personality and influencer Charlotte Dawson praises Miss Swimsuit UK in Blackpool

“We’ve all got to stick together, be as one, and be fabulous and confident”

TV personality Charlotte Dawson delivered a heartfelt speech whilst on stage at the Miss Swimsuit UK competition in Blackpool over the weekend.

Charlotte Dawson went to watch the competition, which was held at Viva Blackpool on Church Street, along with her three young children.

In a speech delivered just before the show started, the influencer and TV personality said: “Firstly, a big round of applause for our gorgeous founder of Miss Swimsuit UK, Verena Twigg. I am honestly so proud of you. You’ve supported me for years.

Charlotte Dawson gives a speech of encouragement to the finalists of Miss Swimsuit UK pageant which was held at Viva Blackpool. Credti: Lucinda Herbertplaceholder image
Charlotte Dawson gives a speech of encouragement to the finalists of Miss Swimsuit UK pageant which was held at Viva Blackpool. Credti: Lucinda Herbert | © National World Resell

“We’ve all got to stick together, be as one, and be fabulous and confident. I saw all the girls backstage, and you all look beautiful,” Charlotte added.

Since first coming to Blackpool in 2014, Miss Swimsuit has become a popular fixture of the resort's summer calendar.

This year’s event was held on Sunday 9 August and featured models from across the country.

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