ORLANDO,
Fla., Jan. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Miss
America organization is thrilled to reveal its esteemed panel of
celebrity judges and dynamic hosts for the 2025 Miss America
Competition. The event will take place on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at the Walt Disney
Theatre in Orlando, Florida.
The judges, representing excellence in sports, media,
entertainment, and public service, are tasked with selecting the
next Miss America from 52 remarkable delegates. The crowned winner
will receive a $50,000 cash
scholarship and begin her year as a global ambassador for the Miss
America Opportunity.
This year's celebrity judges include:
- Carl Lewis, nine-time
Olympic gold medalist and global advocate for youth fitness and
organ donor awareness.
- Sharlene Wells, Miss
America 1985, Emmy-nominated broadcaster, and public relations
trailblazer.
- Lt. General Stayce
Harris, retired U.S. Air Force Inspector General and
commercial pilot.
- Gabi Butler, acclaimed
cheerleader and star of Netflix's Cheer.
- Heather Whitestone, Miss
America 1995 and advocate for disability inclusion.
Returning as hosts for this year's event are Terrence J and
Nikki Novak, who will guide viewers
through an unforgettable evening celebrating talent, achievement,
and women's empowerment.
For more information about the competition and the delegates,
visit MissAmerica.org or follow Miss America on Instagram,
Facebook, and Twitter.
About Miss America
Miss America is the nation's
premier empowerment platform for young women, advancing their
personal and professional goals while advocating for service as
positive role models in their communities. With a rich history
dating back to 1921, Miss America's mission is "Empowering women to
Lead," engaging thousands of young women as local and state brand
ambassadors, ages 14-28, nationwide each year, committed to
community service initiatives. The program is the largest provider
of women's scholarships in America, distributed through Miss
America's Scholarship Foundation Inc., a 501(c)(3).
Contact: The Miss America Press Team
Email: press@missamerica.org
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