Ivanna McMahon is a 27-year-old doctor from Barefield, Ennis, Co Clare, who has recently been crowned Miss Ireland 2022 at the Diamond Jubilee Ceremony at The Royal Theatre Castlebar.
Ivanna McMahon Biography
Ivanna studied medicine at University College Cork and graduated in 2020. She went on to do her internship at Cork University Hospital and worked in cardiology and neurology before moving to University Hospital Tralee to work in surgery.
Throughout the pandemic, Ivanna worked in the GP Scheme at Tralee General Hospital, caring for patients on the frontline. She is currently taking a well-deserved year out.
Before winning the Miss Ireland title, Ivanna wowed guests with her performance of “Cosmic Love” by Florence and the Machine on the harp at the Miss Ireland Diamond Ball. She has been playing the harp since the age of 13 and has played with the National Irish Harp Orchestra, touring Germany and Austria.
She also plays six other instruments, including the drums, harmonica, fiddle, boughran, and tin whistle. She won the All-Ireland Championships for Drums and Harmonica and is a fluent Irish speaker.
Ivanna McMahon At Miss Ireland
The Miss Ireland competition is known for being one of the most prestigious pageants in the country. Ivanna competed against 36 other finalists in a challenging competitive process over the last three months, testing their skills in debating, public speaking, talent, sports, modelling, and social media. Each finalist was also tasked with raising much-needed awareness and funds for their chosen charities.
Since winning the Miss Ireland title, Ivanna’s life has completely changed. She has swapped her hospital scrubs for a crown and ballgown and received a lucrative agency contract and a host of prizes, including jewellery, gowns, professional photo shoots, beauty and hair products. She will also jet off to represent her country at the Miss World Festival, which is televised in over 100 countries around the world. She will also enjoy an all-expenses-paid trip to the Maldives to do a photoshoot later in the autumn.
Ivanna is an inspiration to many, having worked on the frontline during the pandemic and now becoming the face of Ireland for the Miss World competition. She has shown that it is possible to be both intelligent and beautiful, challenging stereotypes and setting an example for young girls everywhere. Her musical talents and fluency in Irish also add to her unique charm and talent.
Ireland has a rich history in the Miss World competition, with notable winners such as Gladys Anne Waller (Miss World 1965 2nd runner-up), Siobhan McClafferty (Miss World 1990 first runner-up), and Rosanna Davison (Miss World 2003). Ivanna McMahon will be representing her country with pride and determination, hoping to follow in the footsteps of these previous winners.
In conclusion, Ivanna McMahon’s journey from a junior doctor to the newly crowned Miss Ireland 2022 is nothing short of remarkable. She has shown that hard work, talent, and dedication can lead to success in all areas of life. Her win has brought joy and inspiration to many, and she will undoubtedly make Ireland proud on the global stage at the Miss World competition.
