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Nashville titleholders crowned Miss Tennessee, Miss Tennessee's Teen 2026
By Colleen Guerry at WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A total of 75 young women from across the Volunteer State spent last week competing for the titles of Miss Tennessee and Miss Tennessee's Teen 2026, but on Saturday, the crowns went to two contestants representing the same city.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The fact that both Miss Tennessee and Miss Tennessee's Teen 2026 titleholders hail from Nashville underscores the city's strong presence in the state's pageant scene. This win is a testament to the city's ability to foster and support talented young women. As the titleholders prepare to represent Tennessee at the national level, Nashville residents can take pride in knowing that their city is being showcased on a broader stage. The city's vibrant arts and culture scene, as well as its numerous community organizations, likely played a role in nurturing the skills and confidence of these young women. With their new titles, the winners will have opportunities to engage with various local organizations and charities, potentially bringing attention and resources to Nashville-based initiatives. The community can look forward to seeing how these titleholders will use their platforms to make a positive impact in Nashville and beyond.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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