Milla Magee recalls terrifying rip current rescue in Newquay

Milla Magee, a 23-year-old lifeguard from Newquay, made headlines as the first-ever plus-size Miss England, crowned earlier this year. During her lifeguarding duties, she experienced a harrowing incident where she was caught in a rip current while attempting to save someone, which propelled her far up the beach and into the rocks. This experience highlighted the dangers faced by lifeguards and the need for better safety awareness among beachgoers, especially in popular tourist areas like Cornwall. In light of her experiences, Milla is advocating for mandatory CPR training in schools across the UK. Her campaign, Beauty With A Purpose, aims to equip young people with essential life-saving skills, a cause that has garnered support from notable figures, including Prince William. Milla believes that such training could prevent tragic accidents, as she has witnessed many incidents involving holidaymakers in Cornwall. Milla's journey to becoming Miss England has also been a personal one, as she has battled body image issues in the past. Standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 14 stone at 14 years old, she struggled with societal expectations of beauty. However, she has since embraced her size and promotes the message that health and confidence are more important than conforming to traditional beauty standards. Her victory as a size 16 beauty queen challenges the stereotype of what a beauty queen should look like, encouraging others to feel comfortable in their own skin. Milla's story is not just about beauty; it’s about empowerment, self-acceptance, and the importance of life-saving skills in our communities.