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[ORLANDO, FL] September 8, 2025 – The Miss America Organization is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Quality of Life Awards, celebrating delegates whose community service initiatives exemplify impact, innovation, and lasting commitment.

[ORLANDO, FL] September 7, 2025 — In a historic moment for the Miss America Organization, all 52 candidates competing for the title of Miss America were awarded tuition scholarships live on stage during the Miss America 2026 final competition at the Walt Disney Theater in Orlando, Florida.

[ORLANDO, FL] September 7, 2025 – Cassie Donegan, Miss New York, has been crowned Miss America 2026 after two inspiring nights of preliminary competition featuring 52 delegates representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico. Cassie becomes the 98th woman to hold the iconic Miss America title in the brand’s 104-year history, and the 8th Miss New York to earn the crown.

[ORLANDO, FL] September 6, 2025 – The Miss America Organization is pleased to announce that Tess Ferm, Miss South Carolina’s Teen, has been crowned Miss America’s Teen 2026! Selected from among 52 extraordinary state delegates from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, Tess shined with her talent, poise, and dedication to Food Allergy Awareness and Education, capturing the crown and the hearts of audiences nationwide.