Abbie Stockard, a 22-year-old nursing major at Auburn University from Birmingham, has been crowned as Miss America 2025 in an exciting event held at the Walt Disney Theater in Orlando, Florida. This remarkable achievement comes with a $50,000 scholarship prize and a yearlong reign where she will represent beauty, talent, and intelligence.
Stockard’s aspirations go beyond the crown; she aims to pursue an advanced degree in the form of a doctorate of nurse anesthesia practice with a specialization in pediatrics. Her journey to becoming Miss America was marked by dedication, hard work, and unwavering support from her home state of Alabama.
The legacy of Miss Alabama winners continues with Stockard joining the ranks of Deidre Downs (Miss America 2005), Heather Whitestone (Miss America 1995), and Yolande Betbeze (Miss America 1951). Handing over the crown was Madison Marsh, Miss America 2024, who passed on the torch to Stockard during the grand finals streamed live for viewers worldwide.
Throughout the competition, Stockard showcased her abilities in various segments including evening gown presentation, talent display, fitness assessment, and engaging discussions on current affairs during the “Hot Topics” segment. Her captivating contemporary dance performance to Lauren Daigle’s “You Say” left an indelible mark on both judges and spectators alike.
In addition to winning the prestigious title of Miss America 2025, Stockard was also honored with the AHA Go Red for Women Leadership Award for her advocacy towards promoting women’s heart health within communities. Her heartfelt gratitude extended not only to her supporters but also to the people of Alabama who played an integral role in shaping her journey.
The event saw participation from talented women representing all states including the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. The top finalists were awarded scholarships totaling $10,000 each while other participants received recognition for their outstanding performances during this highly competitive pageant.
The distinguished panel of judges included
notable
personalities such as Olympic medalist Carl Lewis and retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General Stayce D. Harris alongside former Miss Americas Sharlene Wells Hawkes and Heather Whitestone McCallum – who made history as the first deaf woman to win Miss America.
As part of its commitment to celebrating talent and beauty across generations, Miss America Teen also crowned its winner for 2025 at this grand event held at Walt Disney Theater where Peyton Bolling emerged victorious as Miss Arkansas’ Teen while Ali Mims from Alabama clinched the first runner-up position.
This momentous occasion marks not just a personal triumph for Abbie Stockard but also celebrates resilience, dedication, and passion that define these exceptional young women competing on such prestigious platforms like Miss America.
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