About The New Miss Ameirca
ORLANDO, FL – Cassie Donegan, a native of Smithfield, VA, and Miss New York, was 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. Sje becomes the 98th woman to hold the iconic Miss America title in the brand’s 104-year history, and the eighth Miss New York to earn the crown.As Miss America, Cassie will serve as the official national-brand ambassador for the Miss America Opportunity, traveling worldwide to champion arts education, promote scholarship and service, and empower individuals of all ages to embrace their creativity and achieve their full potential.
Cassie has earned more than $70,000 in scholarships through the Miss America program, funding her undergraduate education and supporting her pursuit of a master’s degree.
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