WICFF 2026: An Evening with Jennifer Hosten + Misbehaviour
The 1970 Miss World story on screen — with the woman who won it there in the room, in conversation and signing her memoir.
Join us for a very special Evening with Jennifer Hosten, celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of the Caribbean trailblazer who made history in 1970 as the first Black woman to be crowned Miss World.
More than a beauty queen, Jennifer Hosten has built a remarkable international career as a broadcaster, diplomat, High Commissioner, author and psychotherapist. This intimate evening will look back at her journey from Grenada to the world stage, and at the courage, grace and determination that have shaped a life of achievement, service and continual reinvention.
The evening will also feature a special screening of Misbehaviour, the acclaimed film that revisits the 1970 Miss World competition and the cultural and political moment surrounding Jennifer’s historic win.
Friday, October 31 at 7 PM
The Hub, 837 Dundas Street West, Toronto
Presented by CaribbeanTales Media Group as part of the Windrush International Caribbean Film Festival, this is a celebration of history, Caribbean excellence, and an extraordinary woman whose story continues to inspire generations.
Tickets: info@wicffglobal.com
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An intimate Conversation With Jennifer About her Wide-ranging Life Experiences.
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837 Dundas St W
837 Dundas Street West
Toronto, ON M6J 1V4
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Special Screening Of "Misbehaviour" Inspired by Jennifer's story.
The 2020 film *Misbehaviour* took nearly ten years to reach the screen. Producer Suzanne Mackie was inspired by a 2010 BBC Radio 4 programme, *The Reunion*, which brought together the women who protested the 1970 Miss World pageant and Jennifer Hosten, who made history that night as the first Black woman to win the crown. Fascinated by their stories, Mackie secured their agreement to turn the events into a feature film.