Miss Tennessee Pearl
2027 Miss Tennessee Pearl
September 26, 2026
CenterStage Performing Arts Academy
Gallatin, TN
Application Coming Soon!
"Local Titles" for MTP
"Local Titles" for the State Competition
Contestants who apply for the Miss Tennessee Pearl state competition will submit a title of their choosing that must correlate with the area in which they reside (ex: Miss Nashville Pearl, Miss Cumberland River Pearl, etc.).
Contestants will receive an official MTP custom crown and embroidered sash, and automatic entry to Miss Tennessee Pearl, where they will represent their title at the state competition.
We believe this will help contestants build support and sponsorship in preparation for the state competition, provide contestants with a platform to begin practicing their public speaking skills, and grow the Miss Tennessee Pearl sisterhood throughout our great state!
Be the first in your area to represent an official
Miss Tennessee Pearl title!
The Competition: Miss Tennessee Pearl
Little Tiny Miss
Princess & Preteen
Princess & Preteen
Little Tiny Miss: ages 2-5
Evening Gown 40%
Scoring includes poise and elegance. Gowns should be floor-length.
Personal Style 30%
As Miss Tennessee Pearl, “How would you represent yourself and MTP at an
and appearance, such as a ribbon cutting?”
Contestants will walk in any stage pattern of their choosing after their on-stage statement. Perso
Little Tiny Miss: ages 2-5
Evening Gown 40%
Scoring includes poise and elegance. Gowns should be floor-length.
Personal Style 30%
As Miss Tennessee Pearl, “How would you represent yourself and MTP at an
and appearance, such as a ribbon cutting?”
Contestants will walk in any stage pattern of their choosing after their on-stage statement. Personal Style attire should be age appropriate & professional.
On-Stage Statement 30%
Dressed in their personal style, contestants will state their name and age.
*Little Tiny Miss contestants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while competing on stage.*
* No make-up is allowed in the Little Tiny Miss and Princess divisions. Contestants will be disqualified if make-up is worn.*
Princess & Preteen
Princess & Preteen
Princess & Preteen
Princess: ages 6-9
Preteen: ages 10-12
Private Interview 30%
Each contestant will complete a 5-minute private interview with the panel of judges.
Evening Gown 30%
Scoring includes poise and elegance.
Personal Style 20%
As Miss Tennessee Pearl, “How would you represent yourself and MTP at an appearance, such as a ribbon cutting?”
Contestants wil
Princess: ages 6-9
Preteen: ages 10-12
Private Interview 30%
Each contestant will complete a 5-minute private interview with the panel of judges.
Evening Gown 30%
Scoring includes poise and elegance.
Personal Style 20%
As Miss Tennessee Pearl, “How would you represent yourself and MTP at an appearance, such as a ribbon cutting?”
Contestants will walk in any stage pattern of their choosing after their on-stage statement. Personal Style attire should be age appropriate & professional.
On-Stage Statement 20%
Dressed in their personal style, contestants will state name, age, and describe what they want to be when they grow up, in no particular order. Contestants are encouraged to elaborate with 3-5 sentences on what they want to be when they grow up.
*No make-up is allowed in the Little Tiny Miss and Princess divisions. Contestants will be disqualified if make-up is worn.*
Contestants must submit a biography for interview and on-stage question. Biography must be completed using the official MTP Biography Form. Contestants must submit to the MTP Biography by 09/20/26.
Teen, Miss, & Ms.
Princess & Preteen
Teen, Miss, & Ms.
Teen: ages 13-18
Miss: ages 19-24
Ms.: ages 25+ (married & single)
Private Interview 30%
Each contestant will complete a 5-minute private interview with the panel of judges.
Evening Gown 30%
Scoring includes poise and elegance.
Personal Style 20%
As Miss Tennessee Pearl, “How would you represent yourself and MTP at an appearance, such as a ribbo
Teen: ages 13-18
Miss: ages 19-24
Ms.: ages 25+ (married & single)
Private Interview 30%
Each contestant will complete a 5-minute private interview with the panel of judges.
Evening Gown 30%
Scoring includes poise and elegance.
Personal Style 20%
As Miss Tennessee Pearl, “How would you represent yourself and MTP at an appearance, such as a ribbon cutting?”
Contestants will walk in any stage pattern of their choosing after answering the on-stage question. Personal Style attire should be age appropriate & professional.
On-Stage Question 20%
Dressed in their personal style, contestants will answer a pre-written question based on their bio submitted prior to the competition.
Contestants must submit a biography for interview and on-stage question. Biography must be completed using the official MTP Biography Form. Contestants must submit to the MTP Biography by 09/20/26.
Introducing, our 2026 State Titleholders!
We have six outstanding 2026 state titleholders!
Ms. Tennessee Pearl: Jackie Bullard
Miss Tennessee Pearl: Kristin Henning
Miss Tennessee Pearl Teen: Eliana Edwards
Miss Tennessee Pearl Preteen: Laney Olvera
Miss Tennessee Pearl Princess: Chandler Sheridan
Miss Tennessee Pearl Little Tiny Miss: Briar Rose York
2026 The People's Pearl: Gentri Lamberth
Click the image to meet all of our titleholders.
The sisterhood is made of Pearls!
2025 Miss Tennessee Pearl Teen: Ali Ridgeway
2025 Ms. Tennessee Pearl Teen: Caleigh Jo Erwin
2025 Miss Tennessee Pearl: Alayna Bridges
2025 Miss Tennessee Pearl Jr. Teen: Carleigh Lunn
Click the image to meet all of our 2026 titleholders.
Competition Photographer
Kristin Stephens Photography
Kristin Stephens Photography will be capturing competition moments on and off the MTP stage.
Contestants are offered a photography package for purchase for their personal and professional use, portfolios, and social media pages!
$85 unedited package of all pictures
$175 edited package of all pictures
Unedited price goes to $100 on day of competition.
