Hinaupoko DEVEZE, from Miss Tahiti to Miss France 2026

The fifth (seventh overall) Polynesian queen of France

Hinaupoko DEVEZE, elected Miss Tahiti 2025 then crowned Miss France 2026, embodies the beauty elegance and cultural diversity of French Polynesia. Just 23 yearsShe has established herself as an emblematic figure, succeeding Angelique Angarni-Filopon and becoming the fifth Miss Tahiti won the prestigious national crown. Before her, Marie Moua TAPIARE (1967 which refused his title because she was under contract with a dance troupe), Edna TEPAVA (1974) Thilda FULER (1980 but this last one will renounce his crown 3 days after his coronation), Mareva GEORGES (1991) Mareva GALANTER (1999) et Vaimalama Chaves (2019) had already obtained the highly coveted prize. 

Origins and background

Born March 17, 2002 in Papeete Marquesan mother (Ua Pou) and a metropolitan fatherHinaupoko (meaning Great Goddess) DEVEZE spent much of her youth in PompignanIn the department of Gard, in the South of FranceBut after 15 years from mainland France, the new beauty queen, deeply attached to its roots, decided to return to her homeland. Today, she proudly represents her island and regularly emphasizes the importance of Polynesian culture in her identity. She describes her crowning as collective victory and it is indeed experienced as such by the Polynesians, recalling the coronation of Vaimalama Chaves in 2019.

Education and Training

Hinaupoko DEVEZE is graduate in psychology, a field that reflects his interest in the understanding of human beings and Team social relationsIn fact, his studies allowed him to develop a empathetic approach et analyticqualities that enrich her role as Miss France and strengthen her commitment to the public.

Measurements and physical characteristics

With an impressive size 1m82Hinaupoko DEVEZE is the bigger candidates for the 2026 edition. Her slender figure and natural charisma give him a remarkable stage presence. Moreover, these physical characteristics, allied with his insurancehave largely contributed to its success during the various stages of the competition.

Passions and interests

Beyond the catwalk, Hinaupoko DEVEZE has several passions. She is interested in the psychology, polynesian culture and artistic activitiesShe enjoys sharing moments of conviviality and discovery, whether through the traditional dance, The Music courses or trips. Its authenticity and curiosity allow her to create genuine connections with those she meets.

The path to Miss France

Her Miss France adventure began with her election as Miss Tahiti, the 28th June 2025From the moment she arrived in mainland France, she distinguished herself by her charisma and popularity, especially on Social Media where she has over 26,700 subscribers. She participated in the preparations in Martinique and the rehearsals in Amiens, multiplying public appearances and strengthening her notoriety.  

During the grand finale on December 6, 2025, Hinaupoko DEVEZE captivated the jury and the public. After being called in the Top 12 and then the Top 5, she finally won the crown, sparking immense emotion in Polynesia and France.

Hinaupoko DEVEZE, Miss Tahiti 2025 © Stéphane MAILION

Hinaupoko DEVEZE, Miss France 2026 © SAMEER AL-DOUMY / AFP

A committed Miss France

Hinaupoko DEVEZE wishes to use its title for to promote the cultural richness of Polynesia et raising public awareness of social causesHis academic background in psychology gives him a particular legitimacy to address themes related to into the countryside., Mental Health and inclusion.

Impact and influence

Her crowning transcends the beauty pageant. Hinaupoko DEVEZE embodies a new generation of Miss France, combining intelligence, authenticity et commitmentShe becomes a ambassador of French Polynesia, strengthening the visibility of its territory on the national and international stage.

Ultimately

Hinaupoko DEVEZEMiss Tahiti, who became Miss France 2026, is much more than a beauty queen. She is a accomplished young woman, passionate et engaged, which inspires by its parcours and values.His reign is about to begin. rich in projects and initiativesdriven by his attachment to his origins and his desire to contribute positively to society.

All photos published in this article come from the page Facebook page of our new beauty queenThey are the property of the company. STEPHANE MAILION and Dominique PETRAS. And I must admit that I really struggled to make this selection because they are all equally beautiful. I invite you to follow the official page of Hinaupoko, to discover all these photos and especially to accompany our ambassador of the islands on her future missions. Invaluable experiences, worthy of her title, await her. Frankly, I'm not worried…