Competition

[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.

[ORLANDO, FL] September 4, 2025 – The Miss America Organization is proud to recognize the outstanding delegates who shined in the 2026 Miss America’s Got Talent Preliminary Competition. Hosted at the Walt Disney Theater in the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the evening highlighted the diverse and unique talents of all 104 Teen and Miss delegates.

[ORLANDO, FL] September 4, 2025 — The Miss America Organization is proud to announce its esteemed panel of celebrity judges for the 2026 Miss America Competition, taking place Sunday, September 7, 2025, at the Walt Disney Theater in Orlando, Florida.

[ORLANDO, FL] September 4, 2025 – The Miss America Organization is proud to announce the distinguished panel of judges for the Miss America’s Got Talent Preliminary Competition. Representing excellence across the entertainment industry, this accomplished group brings unparalleled expertise and diverse perspectives to the judging process.

[ORLANDO, FL] September 3, 2025 – The Miss America Organization is thrilled to recognize the exceptional delegates who excelled in the 2026 Miss America Preliminary Competition. Held at the Walt Disney Theater in the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the event celebrated poise, talent, and a commitment to community impact.

[ORLANDO, FL] September 2, 2025 – The Miss America Organization is thrilled to recognize the exceptional delegates who excelled in the 2026 Miss America’s Teen Preliminary Competition. Held at the Walt Disney Theater in the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the event celebrated poise, talent, and a commitment to community impact.