By Nadgeena Jerome | Miss Long Island Pageants

A new pair of queens were crowned on Saturday, November 2, as the Miss Long Island 2026 Pageant lit up Molloy University in Rockville Centre with an evening of glamour, purpose, and history-making moments.

Geanna Koulouris of Bethpage was named Miss Long Island 2026, earning the judges’ praise for her eloquence, leadership, and passion behind her platform EmpowerEd, which advocates for equitable education and opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Koulouris made pageant history as the first person ever to hold both a former and current Miss Long Island title, having previously served as Miss Long Island Teen 2018.

Joining her on stage was Shyla Silva of Smithtown, who captured the Miss Long Island Teen 2026 title with her platform S

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