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Among the many traditions that define the 104-year legacy of Miss America, few are as iconic as the well-publicized photograph of her “debut”— typically the day after crowning—when the new Miss America jumps into the surf of the Atlantic Ocean…

[BIRMINGHAM, AL] June 17, 2025 — Miss America 2025, Abbie Stockard, attended the Turning Point Luncheon at the Vestavia Country Club, joining supporters, alumni, and staff in recognizing the organization’s commitment to helping men reclaim their lives through recovery. Emmy Award-winning ESPN broadcaster Lauren Sisler, who lost both of her parents to an accidental overdose

[WINONA, MN] June 14 — Miss America 2025, Abbie Stockard, was a special guest at this year’s Steamboat Days in Winona, Minnesota—a long-running community tradition that draws thousands each summer. The five-day celebration included live music, a carnival, fireworks, and the signature Grande Parade. Abbie’s appearance in the parade was among the standout features of

[LITTLE ROCK, AR] June 13, 2025 — Miss America’s Teen 2025, Peyton Bolling, returned to her home state to take part in the excitement of Miss Arkansas and Miss Arkansas’ Teen Week. The weeklong celebration, held in Little Rock, offered Peyton a special opportunity to reconnect with the program and people who helped shape her

[MOBILE, AL] June 13, 2025 — Miss America 2025, Abbie Stockard, made a special appearance at this year’s AEA Leadership Conference in Mobile, Alabama, where she connected with educators and local leaders from across the state. Known for her passion for service and youth empowerment, Abbie spent time attending sessions, engaging with emerging leaders, and

[CLARKSVILLE, AR] June 2, 2025 — Peyton Bolling, Miss America’s Teen 2025, took her adventurous spirit to new heights with a thrilling skydive over the weekend. Wearing her crown and sash, Peyton leapt from a plane in a tandem jump with Paradise Valley Skydiving, capturing the bold energy of her year as Miss America’s Teen.