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Miss NJ's Karate Power for Miss America Crown
4 Sep
Summary
- Kylie Gene Wright, Miss New Jersey 2026, is a second-degree black belt in karate.
- Wright is a certified advocate against sexual violence and domestic violence.
- She is the East Coast Chapter President of T.A.K.E. Defense, empowering women.
Kylie Gene Wright, representing New Jersey, is a leading candidate in the Miss America 2027 pageant. Currently a business administration student at Stockton University, Wright's background in martial arts has profoundly shaped her character. She holds a second-degree black belt in karate, a discipline she credits with instilling discipline, resilience, and confidence.
Beyond her martial arts prowess, Wright is a committed advocate for women's safety. She is a certified advocate against sexual violence and domestic violence and serves as the East Coast Chapter President for T.A.K.E. Defense. This organization empowers women through self-defense education and has successfully raised over $10,000.
Wright has already demonstrated her capabilities during the preliminary events held this week. She secured the Miss America Fitness Preliminary award and was a co-winner of the Miss America's Got Talent competition. She aims to expand T.A.K.E. Defense and champion women's safety, confidence, and empowerment.
The 99th Miss America pageant is concluding with its finale on Sunday, September 6th, at the Palm Beach County Convention Center in West Palm Beach, Florida. Reigning Miss America Cassie Donegan of New York will pass on her crown.
