Natchitoches Central High School student Katlyn King has been crowned Miss Black Teen Louisiana U.S. 2026 during the 25th anniversary celebration of the Miss Black Louisiana U.S. Scholarship Pageant. The event, hosted by Louisiana State University at Shreveport, celebrated 25 years of scholarship, achievement and sisterhood while recognizing the 2026 titleholders.

Rylee Beaudion, a student at Grambling State University, was crowned Miss Black Louisiana U.S. 2026. The pageant also recognized Elyce Thomas as first runner-up and Keuntae Jones as second runner-up.

During the celebration, organizers recognized the outgoing titleholders for their dedication and contributions throughout their reigns. The 2026 pageant marked the organization’s 25th anniversary, celebrating Black excellence while welcoming a new generation of titleholders.