Miss Creole
Queen

“Being a Louisiana Creole is a full, magnificent story — one written in French, Spanish, Indigenous and African tongues, in the kitchens of Louisiana, in the rhythms of zydeco, and in the faith carried through generations. This pageant matters because representation symbolizes our unique presence and deep, rich culture. A Creole Queen does not just wear a crown. She carries the memory of her ancestors and the pride of her community.”

Leigha T. Porter

Director, The Creole Nutcracker

“The Miss Creole Queen Pageant is exactly what our culture needed — a space where Creole identity is actually honored, not just explained. It celebrates the heritage, values, and legacy that shape who we are and who we are raising our daughters to become. This brilliantly executed representation has roots that will withstand time.”

Ja’el “YaYa” Gordon

Historian

“I am very proud to support the first ever Creole Queen Pageant in Louisiana because our young ladies deserve spaces where beauty, culture, confidence, and leadership are celebrated together. This is creating Creole cultural history. This pageant is bigger than crowns and gowns — it is about teaching our daughters to honor who they are, stand tall in their heritage, and believe they can lead in any room they enter.”

Grace Hamilton

Hamilton Academy of the Arts

“This year’s inaugural celebration of the Creole Queen Pageant presents another chance for our young women of Creole descent to proudly showcase their culture, radiate confidence, and honor their heritage. Carrying forward a legacy of pride and history, ensuring that the stories of their people, our people, are shared and celebrated for generations to come.”

Darleen “Diva D” Wesley

Radio Personality & Cultural Advocate

“This pageant matters because representation symbolizes our unique presence and deep, rich culture. A Creole Queen does not just wear a crown — she carries the memory of her ancestors and the pride of her community.”

Nicole A. Thomas

Founder, Cecilia Spice Co.