Sparkling Crowns and a Sparkling Personality
Local Two-Year Old Takes the
Pageant World by Storm
By: Krysta Cox
The Ashland Beacon
On July 6. 2024, two-year-old Maddox Mabry proudly represented Greenup, Kentucky, as “Tiny Miss Greenup County” at the AUE Nationals 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. Young Mabry has been immersed in the world of pageantry for a year now and already significantly succeeding recently by clinching the “Mega Elite Supreme” and “Ultimate Grand Supreme” titles in the zero to age three category – both of which are prestigious accolades within the world of pageants. This tiny beauty queen’s journey to nationals began last year, where she made her debut and set the bar high for herself by winning the “Overall Most Beautiful” title for the zero to age five group, triumphing over 125 other participants. Additionally, Maddox was honored as “Miss August” in the 2025 calendar and recognized as a “Poster Model” winner.
Maddox's mother, Westley Mabry, introduced her to pageantry out of curiosity about the pageant scene's allure. Reflecting on Maddox's journey, Westley expresses immense pride, noting how her daughter has blossomed socially, gained confidence, and embraced community service as integral parts of her pageant experience. Maddox has mastered two complete routines, exudes confidence during interviews, and fearlessly engages with large audiences – an impressive feat for someone so young. Actively involved in her community, Maddox fulfills her pageant responsibilities by dedicating time to community service, such as her recent gesture of delivering doughnuts to the Greenup County Ambulance Authority, where she met with local officials including the director and Greenup County Mayor, Lundie Meadows.
Among Maddox's many pageant achievements, her most cherished experience before Nationals was securing the “Ultimate Grand Supreme” title and achieving the highest score among all participants. Alongside her crown, Maddox won a beloved cozy coupe car she affectionately calls her "Princess Car." Despite acknowledging the mixed perceptions surrounding pageantry, Westley emphasizes the dedication and hard work it demands, even for a toddler like Maddox, who practices daily. Westley noted, “I know pageants are not for everyone and there is sometimes a negative stereotype around them, but it takes a lot of hard work, even for a two-year-old.’’ For Maddox, pageants have fostered confidence, grace, poise, opportunities for scholarships, lasting friendships, and invaluable life skills.
Grateful for the support that has enabled Maddox's success, Westley extends heartfelt thanks to her daughter's hair and makeup artists, Brianna Koster, her pageant coach, Tashanda Johnson, and all sponsors who have played pivotal roles in Maddox's journey.
Maddox's journey into pageantry is not solely about accolades and titles but rather about personal growth and community engagement. Westley recalls how initially; she was unsure about the pageant world but has since witnessed firsthand the positive impact it has had on Maddox. Beyond the stage, Maddox has become a familiar face in Greenup County, where she eagerly participates in local events and charity initiatives. Her involvement with the Greenup County Ambulance Authority is just one example of how Maddox is learning early the importance of giving back to her community.
Looking ahead, Maddox and her family are excited about the future opportunities that pageantry may bring. They see it as a platform not only for personal achievement but also for advocating for causes that are close to their hearts. Westley hopes that Maddox's journey will inspire others to see beyond stereotypes and recognize the hard work and dedication that young participants like Maddox put into their craft. With continued support from her family, mentors, and community, Maddox is poised to continue making waves in the pageant world while leaving a positive impact wherever she goes.
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