Washington, D.C., March 21, 2021. -- The Miss Black USA Organization crowned Alexandria Hunter as Miss Black USA Talented Teen 2020 . The 2020 event, which was postponed due to COVID-19, took place took place virtually over a 3 days period, with the culmination and announcement of the winner on Sunday, March 21st.
Hunter is a freshman at James Madison University pursuing a a Bachelor of Music in vocal performance. She has performed in JMU’s renowned Opera Theatre, serves as a College of Visual and Performing Arts Student Ambassador, and is a member in training for the professional music fraternity, Sigma Alpha Iota. She aspires to become an influential opera singer and use her platform as an international performer to uplift spirits through music. She plans to earn a Masters of Music degree after graduating from college. With her crown and sash in tow, she will use her platform to venture into communities often overlooked and in desperate need of encouragement and inspiration. She will continue to promote music education and its value to society on a broader scale.
Alex wowed the Judges with a vocal performance of “L’ho Perduta” from Mozart’s opera Le Nozze di Figaro for the talent portion of the competition.
This year’s judges were Award-winning journalist, host, and actress Jamila Mustafa, Miss Black USA Talented Teen 2011 and Director of Alumni Affairs at Fayetteville State University, Jasmin Sessoms, and award-winning actor and voiceover talent James Lewis. Host was former Miss Black Indiana USA and Founder of the Love Tour, Demitrea Kelley.
Contestants competed in Talent, Athletic Wear, and Question & Answer. Angela Pierre-Louis crowned Akira her successor at the conclusion of the annual event.
Final Results:
First Runner-Up: Miss Black Louisiana Talented Teen USA, Diamond Muse
Second Runner-Up: Miss Black Georgia Talented Teen USA, Taylor MacKenzie
Third Runner-Up: Miss Black North Carolina Talented Teen USA, Serenity Preston
For the first time ever, MISS BLACK USA TALENTED TEEN USA® took place as a virtual competition due to the ongoing global pandemic.
A part of her prize package, the new Miss Black USA Talented Teen receives a $2,500 scholarship for continued education; travel opportunities representing The Miss Black USA Organization, sponsors, and charitable partners; and a personal appearance wardrobe allowance.
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