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Bay Area native representing Santa Clara County, Kimberly Vernon, was crowned Miss California 2024 on Saturday, June 15 at the Visalia Convention Center. The 27-year-old artist, educator and advocate for the arts triumphed over 40 other contestants to win the state title during the pageant's 100th anniversary celebration. She succeeds last year's winner Sabrina Lewis and will now prepare to represent California at the Miss America 2025 competition. Mikaela Harris of San Fernando Valley was named first runner-up while Taylor Yamane of Inland Empire, Kirstin Yvonne Bangs of Central California, and Bailey Farren of San Francisco were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. Miss Fresno County's Teen Keira Bixler clinched the title of Miss California's Teen 2024. The Redwood High School senior student will proceed to compete in Miss America's Teen 2025. The new Miss California is currently working as an operations and marketing associate at the largest ma...

Miss Colorado, Madison Marsh, was crowned Miss America 2024 during the national competition held on Sunday, January 14 at the Walt Disney Theater (Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts) in Orlando, Florida. The 22-year-old astrophysicist and pilot made history as the first active-duty Air Force officer to win the Miss America title. She succeeds last year's winner Grace Stanke of Wisconsin. Ellie Breaux of Texas was the first runner-up while Cydney Bridges of Indiana, Mallory Hudson of Kentucky, and Caroline Parente of Rhode Island were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. Rounding out the Top 11 were Cori Keller of Arkansas, Courtney Wages of Kansas, Kennedy Taylor of Maryland, Amelia Collins of New York, and Taylor Loyd of North Carolina. The new Miss America holds a degree in physics and she is currently pursuing her master's in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. After her mother's death due to pancreatic can...

The Miss America 2024 final competition is happening tonight at the Walt Disney Theater (Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts) in Orlando, Florida. Fifty-one most charismatic, intelligent, and talented women from across the country are vying for the coveted national title. Hosted by actor and producer Terrence J with TV personality Nikki Novak, tonight's show will be streaming live for free on Miss America's official channel. An esteemed panel of celebrity judges who will choose the next Miss America consists of US Ambassador Nancy Brinker, businesswoman Susan Malzoni, top event planner David Tutera, supermodel Cynthia Bailey, accomplished entrepreneur Elena Cardone, and beauty industry veteran Shelley Goodstein. Who will succeed last year's winner Grace Stanke of Wisconsin for the crown? View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss America (@missamerica) --- FINAL RESULTS --- TOP 11 Texas - Ellie Breaux North Carolina - Taylor Loyd Indian...

The Miss America 2024 final is taking place tonight at the Walt Disney Theater (Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts) in Orlando, Florida. Fifty-one beautiful and talented women from across the United States of America are vying for the coveted title currently held by Grace Stanke of Wisconsin. The highly-anticipated event will be streaming live from 7 p.m. ET (local time) on Miss America's official streaming channel . For the first time since 2019, it will be FREE to the general public to watch anywhere in the world. In case you miss it, the Miss America 2024 final show will be uploaded on Miss America's official YouTube channel the day after it airs LIVE. Photos: Miss America / Instagram RELATED POSTS: Miss America 2024: Meet the contestants Miss America 2024: Meet the Preliminary Fitness winners Miss America 2024: Meet the Preliminary Evening Gown winners Miss America 2024: Meet the Preliminary Talent winners

Miss America 2024 is currently taking place in Orlando, Florida where 51 contestants representing different states of the United States of America are vying for the coveted title. The contestants showcased their talents during the Miss America's Got Talent Show held on Thursday, January 11 at the Walt Disney Theater (Dr. Philips Center). Latinx actress and comedian, Jessica Val Ortiz, a professionally trained dancer, Laurieann Gibson, New York-based entertainment and talent producer, Wesley Whatley, and the Head of Artist Relations at Range Media Partners, C.J. Cook were among the judges. Presented by Kawai Pianos, Miss America's official partner, three contestants have been officially announced as the Preliminary Talent winners. The winners, each earning a $3000 worth of scholarship were Miss Michigan (Maya Schuhknecht), Miss Maine (Veronica Druchniak), and Miss North Carolina (Taylor Loyd). Miss America 2024 final show will be held this Sunday, January 14 from 7 p.m. ET on Mi...

The Miss America 2024 preliminary competition was held on Wednesday, January 10 at the Walt Disney Theater (Dr. Philips Center) in Orlando, Florida. Miss Alabama (Brianna Burrell), Miss Maryland (Kennedy Taylor), and Miss Texas (Ellie Breaux), were announced as the three Preliminary Evening Gown winners. They will each receive a $3000 worth of scholarship. The Miss America 2024 Preliminary Evening Gown competition was presented by Miss America's official fashion partner, JOVANI. Don't miss the upcoming final show live streaming this Sunday, January 14 at 7 p.m. ET on Miss America's official streaming channel . Photo: Miss America RELATED POST: Miss America 2024: Meet the Preliminary Fitness winners

The Miss America 2024 preliminary competition was held on Wednesday, January 10 at the Walt Disney Theater (Dr. Philips Center) in Orlando, Florida. Out of 51 contestants, three contestants have been announced as the winners of the Preliminary Fitness segment which was presented by Miss America's official fitness wear partner, Rebel Athletic. The winners were Miss Maryland (Kennedy Taylor), Miss Mississippi (Vivian O'Neal), and Miss Tennessee (Brandee Mills). They will each receive a $3000 worth of scholarship. Don't miss the Miss America 2024 final show live streaming this Sunday, January 14 at 7 p.m. ET on Miss America's official streaming  channel . Photo: Miss America RELATED POST: Miss America 2024: Meet the Preliminary Evening Gown winners

Miss America 2024 will be the 96th edition of the Miss America pageant — the nation's leading provider of scholarships for young women. The 51 state representatives have already been crowned and they will compete for the national title on January 14 at the Walt Disney Theater (Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts) in Orlando, Florida. Apart from raising the age limits to between 18 and 28, the 2024 competition under the new CEO Robin Ross-Fleming will also see other changes. For the first time since scrapping the swimsuit competition in 2018, there will be a segment that focuses on health and fitness. The CEO clarified, that the contestants will not be judged based on their physical appearance. "There is NO SCORE given on appearance, the health & fitness segment is to bring awareness to women's health issues and give a platform to women to inspire and inform all women on best health practices." Those without a performing arts background will have the option...

Miss America, the iconic 100+ year brand, and Miss America's Scholarship Foundation have announced a 3-year commitment supporting the American Heart Association's women's initiative, Go Red for Women raising awareness of women’s heart health and bringing fitness initiatives back to the national competition stage. Miss America's CEO Robin Fleming feels that "Empowering women in America means making health a priority - heart disease is the leading cause of death for women ages 20 and older. We need to raise awareness and incorporate fitness initiatives to create better outcomes." The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives, has been at the forefront of fighting heart disease and strokes for a century. Since 2004, Go Red for Women has supported women through every season of life as their trusted, relevant source for credible, equitable health solutions.​ "In the 20 years Go Red for Women has worked to save and improve women...

Sabrina Lewis, representing Berkeley, edged out 42 other competitors to win Miss California 2023 on Saturday, July 1 at the Visalia Convention Center in Downtown Visalia, California. The 26-year-old equestrian and an alumna of the University of California, Berkeley (UC Berkeley) succeeds last year's titleholder Catherine Liang, a financial analyst from Bay Area. Asha Bhattacharya of Anaheim Hills was named first runner-up while Taylor Yamane of Riverside City, Mahika Valluri of Northern California, and Katie Tessier of Los Angeles County were the second, third, and fourth runners-up, respectively. The title of Miss California's Teen 2023 went to San Deigo's Marlie Wright who will now proceed to the Miss America's Teen 2024 pageant. Her runners-up were Arushi Somani of Canyon Hills, Siena Lester of Anaheim Hills, Delilah Sichmeller of Riverside City, and Ruth Alvarenga of Marin County. No stranger to pageantry, the new Miss California previously held the title Miss Calif...

Vision Films to celebrate historic Miss America pageant tradition with release of the documentary 'American Royalty' Vision Films Inc. (“Vision”) announces the US and Canadian VOD and DVD release of the documentary "American Royalty" on February 22, 2023. From directors Daniel and Stephen Fisher and their company Fisher Films, the film presents a comprehensive history of the 102-year-old American institution highlighting the ebb and flow of its relevance since 1921. Synopsis: For over a century, the Miss America Pageant has been a symbol of beauty, glamour, and inspiration, funding women’s education, serving in multiple philanthropic organizations, and being admired globally for its contributions. Experience the history, influence, controversy, and evolution of this iconic institution through the resolve of the women and men who fight to retain its legacy and future. Featuring former Miss Americas Kimberly Clarice Aiken, Kylene Barker, Dorothy Benham, Ericka Dunlap, ...

Miss Wisconsin Grace Stanke was crowned Miss America 2023 on Thursday, December 15 at the Mohegan Sun Earth Expo & Convention Center in Uncasville, Connecticut. The 20-year-old classical violinist and nuclear engineering student at the University of Wisconsin – Madison edged out 50 other competitiors to win her national title. She also bagged the Talent award during the peliminary competition. "I am so incredibly honored. I'm representing the women who can, we're not put in boxes, we're here to make a change and change the world so thank you so much, i am so honored," she emotionaly replied when asked how she feels about winning Miss America shortly after her coronation. Rounding out the Top 5 finalists were first runner-up Taryn Delanie Smith of New York, second runner-up Averie Bishop of Texas, third runner-up Elizabeth Lynch of West Virginia, and fourth runner-up Kelsey Hollis of Georgia. Elizabeth Hallal of Indiana and Heather Renner of Nevada completed th...

A total of 51 incredibly talented young women from across the country are now in Uncasville, Connecticut competing for Miss America 2023. One of them will succeed last year's winner Alaska's Emma Broyles and walk away with the highly coveted title on Thursday, December 15 at the Mohegan Sun's Earth Expo & Convention Center. Don't forget to vote for your favorite contestants. America’s Choice will automatically earn a spot in the finals and receive a $5,000 scholarship. Where to vote? Find the link here . Who will be the next Miss America? Meet the contestants: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss America (@missamerica) Miss Alabama - Lindsay Fincher Miss Alaska - Jessica Reisinger Miss Arizona - Melody Pierce Miss Arkansas - Ebony Mitchell Miss California - Catherine Liang Miss Colorado - Savannah Cavanaugh Miss Connecticut - Sylvana Gonzalez Miss Delaware - Grace Otley Miss District of Columbia - Alivia Roberts Miss Florid...

The Miss America 2023 final competition night will take place this Thursday, December 15 at the Mohegan Sun Earth Expo & Convention Center in Uncasville, Connecticut. A total of 51 most talented young women from across America are vying for the coveted national title and over $500,000 in college scholarships. Last year's winner Emma Broyles of Alaska will crown her successor at the culmination of the event. Hosted by ESPN’s NFL Live and SEC Network’s SEC Nation host, Miss Florida 2012 and Miss America 2013 Top 15 Laura Rutledge, the forthcoming final show will stream live at 8 p.m ET at PageantsLive.com  and on the PageantsLive app on Roku, Samsung TV, and Apple TV. Visit the Miss America official website for more information on how to purchase tickets for the live show or get access to online streaming. Who will be crowned Miss America 2023? A distinguished panel of judges is tasked to select the next winner. Get to know the judges: Aparna Shewakramani - ...