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Samantha Tajik is an Iranian model, actress, and a TV personality. She was crowned Miss Universe Canada 2008 in Toronto, Ontario on April 28, 2008 and went on to represent Canada at the Miss Universe 2008 beauty pageant held in Vietnam in July 2008. Samantha had the honor of being the first Persian woman ever to win the title of Miss Universe Canada. She has also excelled in the world of modeling, winning the title of "International Model of the Year" in 2007.


She has also excelled in the world of high-fashion modeling. Samantha has been featured in many magazines, commercials and has walked the runway for numerous international designers. Samantha also trained and continues to train many aspiring models for different pageants and judges at many shows as the "guest of honor".

At just two years old, Tajik left Tehran with her family, settling in Canada. Samantha grew up in Vancouver with her parents and younger brother. She then moved to Toronto, where she commenced her modeling career and studied cosmetology.

“I was the first Iranian woman to win the title of Miss Universe Canada. And actually, to date, I'm the only Iranian woman who has represented Canada at Miss Universe."

 

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