Join Us For The Next
Miss Teen International Pageant
July 28th and 29th , 2026
IN Chicago (Skokie), Illinois
Princess Aaliyah Garza Vela
1. What kind of BARBIE do you think you’d be?
My father. We have an amazing rapport and hilarious Father/Daughter back and forth with some pretty great comebacks on both sides. Some people may not find it humorous, but I choose to believe good humor runs in the family, and that we are both funny.
2. What’s the weirdest item you keep by your bed?
Well, I am a teenager, so I am told to clean my room every now and again. Honestly, I see it as an art and multitasking genius to be able to find the order when things become chaotic and to be a little bit of both is ok.
3. What cartoon character do you relate to the most and why?
If I ever walked under a flock of birds and got pooped on, I think my heart would actually stop. I think about it more often than anyone should.
4. Would you time travel to the past or future?
Plain vanilla ice cream with a huge amount of strawberries on the top is the all American classic, and my absolute favorite way to eat ice cream.
5. How would your parents describe your personality?
I am always myself. I will never compromise who I am or try to be someone else. I know I will grow and change, but I will never compromise who I am. It is not truly living if you aren’t true to yourself.
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