Alabama: Madison Guthrie
Madison is 20 years old and is from Birmingham, Alabama. She attended Shelton State Community College in Tuscaloosa, but she plans on finishing her degree at the University of Alabama. For the past two years, Madison has been working as a model and an actress. She has appeared in ESPN’S “Who’s In?” commercials, “Grace Unplugged,” and Hank Williams Jr and Kid Rock’s “Redneck Paradise” music video. Madison has also been on the cover of Southern Bride Magazine and modeled for companies like MAC and IZOD. Madison’s favorite activities are cooking, photography, and church activities. She also likes kayaking, fishing, and playing with her dog. As a future Miss USA, Madison hopes to become an inspiration and role model for all women. She also wants to spread the love of Christ across America.
FUN FACT: Miss Alabama USA 2015 was Madison’s first pageant ever...and SHE WON!!
FUN FACT: Miss Alabama USA 2015 was Madison’s first pageant ever...and SHE WON!!
Alaska: Kimberly Agron
Kimberly is 20 years old and she is from Anchorage, Alaska. Currently, Kimberly is a senior at the University of Alaska Anchorage where she is double majoring in Marketing and Nursing. When she is not working hard in school, you can find Kimberly with her family or at work, paying for her school and pageant expenses. Since she lives in Alaska, many of the activities that she enjoys are outdoors.
FUN FACT: Kimberly is working toward her student pilot’s license!
FUN FACT: Kimberly is working toward her student pilot’s license!
Arizona: Maureen Montagne
Maureen is 21 years old and is from Chandler, Arizona. She currently attends ASU and loves writing. Maureen started modeling at the age of five and she has worked in many countries. She also played basketball throughout high school and is a huge Phoenix Suns fan. Maureen not only enjoys basketball, but she also enjoys hiking, dancing, and watching Dance Moms. Maureen has been a dancer for the past twelve years and has much experience in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, and hip hop. She even danced on ASU’s drill team! Maureen’s mother is from the Philippines and her father is French so she has a very interesting cultural heritage. Someday, Maureen would love to become a reporter in Asia. As a future Miss USA, Maureen wants to use her own successes and experiences to help other women achieve their dreams.
FUN FACT: Maureen can lick her elbow!
FUN FACT: Maureen can lick her elbow!
Arkansas: Leah Blefko
Leah is 21 years old and is from Fayetteville, Arkansas. Currently, Leah is a student at the University of Arkansas where she is double majoring in Broadcast Journalism and Sports Management. She works for the Razorback football team and the Razorback Sports Network. Leah loves to travel and she has been to places like Greece, The U.S Virgin Islands, and many more. Leah has an obsession with hot sauce and loves to put it on everything! Things that Leah enjoys doing are finding new ways to workout, boxing, and participating in sports. As a future Miss USA, Leah hopes to lead by example that a combination of positivity and staying true to who you are is the key to success.
FUN FACT: Leah and her family have a group text that is strictly dedicated to cute pictures of their cats!
FUN FACT: Leah and her family have a group text that is strictly dedicated to cute pictures of their cats!
California: Natasha Martinez
Natasha is 23 years old and she is from Chino Hills, California. Right now Natasha works as a TV Host for KDOC-TV in Southern California. She attended Chapman University where she received her degree in Broadcast Journalism. She also interned for Entertainment Tonight and ABC7. Natasha one day hopes to become a television host for live shows and red carpet events. Natasha has been dancing since she was five years old. She spent a season working as a Laker Girl and was a former Disneyland Princess and parade performer. Since Natasha’s mother is an eight year breast cancer survivor, Natasha works with her mother’s former hospital to raise money and awareness for breast cancer research. As a future Miss USA, Natasha wants to educate women on early detection and self examinations because that is what saved her mother’s life.
FUN FACT: As a child, Natasha was shy and cried whenever she was on a stage. Now her career is being on camera everyday!
FUN FACT: As a child, Natasha was shy and cried whenever she was on a stage. Now her career is being on camera everyday!
Colorado: Talyah Polee
Talyah is 26 years old and is from Denver, Colorado. She graduated from the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a degree in Psychology. In college, Talyah was a Division 1 Track and Field athlete and is fourth all time in the pentathlon at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Now that Talyah resides in Colorado, she is pursuing her master’s degree in Psychology. Talyah loves music, yoga, sports, and loves soap operas! She would love to make an appearance on The Young and The Restless! As for charities, Talyah has helped with The Senior Olympic Games and Hoops for St. Jude’s Foundation where she raised $80,000 for cancer research. She also interned for the NBA Summer League, where she was able to reach out to communities, and give hope to less fortunate children and their families.
FUN FACT: Talyah raised the $80,000 for St. Jude’s Foundation in just 11 days!
FUN FACT: Talyah raised the $80,000 for St. Jude’s Foundation in just 11 days!
Connecticut: Ashley Golebiewski
Ashley is 21 years old and is from Berlin, Connecticut. Growing up, she did not know English. Her first language was Polish. To help her to learn English, Ashley was in the ESOL Program where she pushed herself by seeking extra help and working hard. Eventually, she achieved honors in high school and became the first person in her family to attend college. Currently, Ashley is at the Central Connecticut State University getting a degree in Finance with a minor in Communications. Growing up, Ashley was bullied because of her Polish background. As a future Miss USA, Ashley wants to share with all people of all ages that it is important to believe in yourself and love yourself including all of your imperfections because that is what makes you unique. Ashley is currently an advocate for an international anti-bullying organization.
FUN FACT: Ashley is a certified Personal Trainer and enjoys high-intensity cardio workouts such as kickboxing and weight training!
FUN FACT: Ashley is a certified Personal Trainer and enjoys high-intensity cardio workouts such as kickboxing and weight training!
Delaware: Renee Bull
Renee is 22 years old and is from Middletown, Delaware. She aspires to be a successful entrepreneur. Renee launched her own business, a custom jewelry boutique called Intricate Designs, and she is also pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Communications. For the past four years, Renee has worked with youth throughout Delaware. Because of her commitment and dedication, people were encouraging Renee to compete for Miss Delaware. In 2014, Renee’s first time competing, she placed second runner up (third place). This motivated Renee to try again so she stayed focus and created her own non-profit called “Girls2Girls” which encourages girls between the ages of 8 and 15 to take advantage of their education and make positive choices.
FUN FACT: Renee is the middle child of seven!
FUN FACT: Renee is the middle child of seven!
District of Columbia: Lizzy Olsen
Lizzy is 26 years old and is from Washington, D.C. Originally, Lizzy was born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada. After she graduated from law school there, she moved to Washington, D.C. to be the Majority Director of Operations for the Senate Committee of Environment and Public Works and can be seen on CPSAN. Lizzy enjoys running, volunteering, painting, cooking, bonding with friends and family, playing with her cat, and modeling. Lizzy has been featured in numerous print campaigns and runway shows. She has also walked the catwalk during Fashion Week. Lizzy has a passion for mentoring children, with a focus on education and literacy. Some organizations that she has worked with are the National Center for Children and Families, the USO, No Kid Hungry, and Best Buddies.
FUN FACT: Lizzy loves to travel and has been to 44 states, and 10 countries, including studying abroad in China!
FUN FACT: Lizzy loves to travel and has been to 44 states, and 10 countries, including studying abroad in China!
Florida: Ashleigh Lollie
Ashleigh is 24 years old and is from Grand Ridge, Florida. She graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Political Science and minors in Mass Communications and Communication Studies. One day, she hopes to become an attorney and real estate developer. In 2014, Ashleigh decided to go back to school at Florida State University’s College of Law. She is currently in her second year and she works as a law clerk at a civil litigation firm. Besides school, Ashleigh loves the beach, paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkeling, and boating. She also likes trying new and exciting things like sky diving and obtaining a pilot’s license! When Ashleigh was younger, her grandmother was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Since then, Ashleigh has become an advocate for the Parkinson’s Foundation.
FUN FACT: Instead of buying souvenirs from her travels, Ashleigh purchases local books and writes a short note about her trip in the back cover!
FUN FACT: Instead of buying souvenirs from her travels, Ashleigh purchases local books and writes a short note about her trip in the back cover!
Georgia: Brooke Fletcher
Brooke is 23 years old and is from Fayetteville, Georgia. She graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Business Marketing and a minor in Spanish. Although her degree is not in Broadcasting, she hopes to one day pursue a career in broadcasting. Currently, Brooke is an Associate Director at ESPN Inc, working on national shows covering her favorite college sports. She one day hopes to get out from behind the scenes to reporting in front of the camera. Brooke was a gymnast for 11 years, and then she became a competitive cheerleader. She enjoys traveling, and tennis as well as other sports. Some of the organizations she has worked with include the Boys and Girls Club, the Children’s Miracle Network, Breast and Ovarian Cancer Awareness, and Girls Inc.
FUN FACT: Former President George W. Bush named his dog, Spot Fletcher, after Brooke’s Dad!
FUN FACT: Former President George W. Bush named his dog, Spot Fletcher, after Brooke’s Dad!
Hawaii: Emma Wo
Emma is 25 years old and is from Honolulu, Hawaii. She is a graduate from the Punahou School and Scripps College, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Media Studies with honors and a minor in English Literature. She has also studied abroad at Oxford University, and Queen Mary University of London. Emma works as a PR executive at Bennet Group Public Relations where she represents clients in the areas of travel tourism and real estate. Emma is also a fashion blogger and owner of TheAlohaBabe.com. She likes to write about her experiences as Miss Hawaii USA and her own personal style. She has also interned with Vogue Magazine in New York City. Emma likes to volunteer at the Hawaii Rotary Youth Foundation and serves as a career coach in the YWCA’s Going Places Network.
FUN FACT: When Emma studied abroad at Oxford University in England, she was only 16 years old!
FUN FACT: When Emma studied abroad at Oxford University in England, she was only 16 years old!
Idaho: Claira Hollingsworth
Claira is 22 years old and is from Preston, Idaho. She is attending school to become a dental hygienist, but because she is going to be competing in Miss USA, she had to put her education on hold. Claira was diagnosed with scoliosis, but she stays strong by working out at the gym and by running. Her most memorable experience was spending two weeks in the Dominican Republic assisting with the medical and dental needs of the people who live there. This experience helped Claira to build her platform to teach Idaho’s youth about the importance of nutrition and exercise. Some of Claira’s favorite things include Oreos, homemade chicken noodle soup, Disneyland, and football and baseball seasons.
FUN FACT: Claira is a state and national rodeo qualifier!
FUN FACT: Claira is a state and national rodeo qualifier!
Illinois: Renee Wronecki
Renee is 22 years old and is from Burbank, Illinois. She is the first generation in her family to become an American citizen. Renee can speak Polish and she has attended Polish school as a child. After high school, Renee and her mother found out that they have both been diagnosed with skin cancer. From this experience, Renee has tried to live a healthy lifestyle and she has tried to be the best person that she can be in all situations. She has studied nutrition and she has a passion for fitness. Today, both Renee and her mother are cancer free. Renee is the middle child of three. The charity that she loves working with is Autism-Speaks because her little brother has autism. Currently, Renee works in marketing and she plans to continue her education in the fall at Lindenwood University.
FUN FACT: Renee was born with both blue and brown eyes. The center closest to the pupil is brown and then fades to orange/yellow that then fades to a dark blue!
FUN FACT: Renee was born with both blue and brown eyes. The center closest to the pupil is brown and then fades to orange/yellow that then fades to a dark blue!
Indiana: Gretchen Reece
Gretchen is 23 years old and is from North Vernon, Indiana. She attended Butler University where she joined the sorority Alpha Pi and became the Director of Music. She graduated from Butler University in May of 2014 with her degree in Communication Disorders. Currently, Gretchen is using this opportunity as Miss Indiana to speak to young people about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, a cause that is close to her heart. In the near future, Gretchen is interested in doing some modeling and finishing her Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology.
FUN FACT: Gretchen has given herself a total of three concussions, all from riding horses!
FUN FACT: Gretchen has given herself a total of three concussions, all from riding horses!
Iowa: Taylor Even
Taylor is 22 years old and she is from Jesup, Iowa. Right now, Taylor is taking a year off from school to pursue the Miss USA crown, but she is planning on returning to Hawkeye Community College to earn her degree in respiratory therapy. After she graduates, Taylor wants to use her degree to work in a children’s hospital. Taylor has competed in the Miss Iowa USA pageant three times before she actually won the crown! Taylor enjoys kickboxing, bike riding, boating, jet skiing, and cheering on her sister and cousins in their sporting events. Taylor hopes to one day get involved with the Special Olympics. She has a special place in her heart for those who have physical or mental disabilities.
FUN FACT: Taylor has a 22 degree curvature in her spine!
FUN FACT: Taylor has a 22 degree curvature in her spine!
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