April 8th marks World Pageant Day, a celebration of the glitz, glamour, and global influence of beauty competitions. For decades, these competitions have been platforms for women to showcase their ...

PAGEANT WEEK, AND THERE’S A LOT MORE THAN GLITZ AND GLAM WHEN IT COMES TO THESE BEAUTY COMPETITIONS. JOINING US NOW WITH MORE IS MISS ROCKVILLE ON A GOOD MORNING. GOOD MORNING. YOU LOOK BEAUTIFUL.

Miss North Dakota Jacqueline Johnson glimpsed the throbbing lights of Las Vegas from her room at the posh Aladdin Resort & Casino. She glided right through them during a regimented tour of the Strip.

These events are more than just crowns and evening gowns. For decades, these competitions have been platforms for women to showcase their confidence, advocate for causes, and represent their countries ...