Celeste Marshall (born 30 September 1992) is a Bahamian model, beauty‑pageant titleholder, and former medical student. She was crowned Miss Bahamas Universe 2012 and represented the Bahamas at the Miss Universe 2012 competition in Las Vegas, Nevada. In 2015, she placed first‑runner‑up at the international Top Model of the World pageant.
Early life and education
Marshall was born and raised in Nassau, New Providence, the capital of the Bahamas. She is the daughter of Marcus and Lavette Marshall. Growing up, she participated in local cultural activities and developed interests in modeling and dance. She attended the College of the Bahamas, where she majored in biochemistry. In 2014, she relocated to the United States to continue her studies at Monroe College in New Rochelle, New York, enrolling in a health‑professions program with a focus on pediatrics.
Pageant career
Miss Bahamas Universe 2012
On 29 July 2012, at the Atlantis Paradise Island Resort, Marshall won the national title of Miss Bahamas Universe 2012, succeeding Anastagia Pierre. The competition featured fourteen contestants and included swimsuit, evening‑gown, and interview segments. Earlier that month, she also secured the Miss Bahamas Top Model title during a preliminary event.
Miss Universe 2012
Marshall represented the Bahamas at Miss Universe 2012 on 19 December 2012 in Las Vegas. She took part in the preliminary swimsuit and evening‑gown presentations as well as the national‑costume showcase, where she wore a buccaneer‑inspired outfit. She did not advance to the top 16 semifinals.
Top Model of the World 2015
In September 2015, Marshall competed in the 22nd Annual Top Model of the World pageant in El Gouna, Egypt. She finished as first‑runner‑up and received the Best National Costume award for a design inspired by the Bahamian Junkanoo festival. Her placement earned her a contract with Time Model Agency in Zurich and a scheduled appearance at Berlin Fashion Week 2016.
Modeling and professional work
Following her national pageant success, Marshall pursued a modeling career, participating in runway shows and international competitions. She has been featured as a spokesperson for various brands and has maintained an active presence on social‑media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, where she shares modeling and lifestyle content.
Later activities
Details of Marshall’s activities after 2016 are limited in publicly available sources. Her earlier academic focus on health sciences suggests an interest in pediatric healthcare, but no further information on professional practice has been documented.
Personal life
Marshall is bilingual, speaking English and Bahamian Creole, and stands approximately 5 feet 11 inches (180 cm) tall. She has expressed continued ties to her Bahamian heritage through cultural advocacy and public appearances.
