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October 25, 2007
Othneil Halliburton crowned Mr. Caribbean International at Hedonism III
By: Elizabeth Smith
Hedonism III was a buzz with excitement recently with one of the hottest shows on the North Coast of Jamaica gracing its poolside stage. Entertainment Director, Nichel Lindsay said, "There's always a competition going on here and we are consistent with inviting top judges."
On this early October evening there were slightly dressed, chiseled men pouring out of the backstage woodwork, flaunting their well packed stuff for not only a room full of patrons, but also for 5 judges - there to decide who would walk away with US$500.00 plus 4 nights complementary stay at the super all-inclusive Hedonism III and the 2007 title of Mr. Caribbean International.
It was show time just as the delectable dinner buffet was wrapping up and attendees got ready for their visual dessert. Each contestant strutted his hunky stuff down stage center, right and left to the delight of onlookers and scrutinizing eyes of expert judges.
Included in the panel were, radio and television host, Denise Hunt and Jamaican Olympian, Juliet Cuthbert. This was a clear indication that excellence was the only expectation for that entire evening.
Neither crowd nor judges were disappointed as the six-packed, sugar sweet eye candy did their thing. Introductions were first, and this is where the audience realized the massive amount of talent stored within those "build bods," who hailed from shores as far as Canada and the US.
True pageant format was adhered to and contestants reappeared, presenting themselves: in dapper formal attire, showing their creative abilities and parading in swim trunks (or were those swim strings). The woman hosting, had an inaudible, rugged voice at times, but like many of the ladies in the room she was really taken in by the heated moments onstage and at one point uncontrollably decided to walk over to a contestant and undress him using her teeth. His garment – a red swim thong.
Audience members went wild, but did not get as out of hand as they did when the guys did their dance moves that of course included some serious bumps and grinds. It only got hotter and the air became laden with suspense, as folk chattered about who they thought was the best and should walk away as the crowned Mr. Caribbean International.
There were eliminations and then the final decision was handed in. Othneil 'Neil Prince' Haliburton from Jamaica was named winner.
It was a tough decision to make – and the now confirmed "Best Best," will sit on this Hedonism Hotty throne for this his reigning year.