[WEST PALM BEACH, FL] February 18, 2026 — Miss America 2026 Cassie Donegan continues to usher the Miss America Organization into a dynamic new era, delivering a show-stopping medley of Elvis Presley classics before fellow American icon Priscilla Presley at the prestigious Old Bags Luncheon.
The performance took place during the Old Bags Luncheon, the signature fundraising event benefiting the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County. Hosted at the iconic The Breakers Palm Beach, the annual luncheon brings together community leaders, philanthropists, and cultural tastemakers in support of vital mental health services and family education programs throughout Palm Beach County.
Donegan’s performance paid tribute to the enduring musical legacy of Elvis Presley, blending timeless classics with her own artistry and vocal strength. Performing in front of Priscilla Presley—whose life and legacy are forever intertwined with the King of Rock and Roll—made the moment especially meaningful, underscoring the power of music to bridge generations and celebrate American cultural history.
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About Miss America
Miss America’s mission is Empowering Women to Lead with Purpose as the nation’s premier empowerment platform for young women. Founded in 1921, the iconic Miss America program is also America’s largest provider of tuition-only scholarship awards for women, distributing all scholarships through the Miss America’s Scholarship Foundation Inc. a tax-exempt nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.