About the Ms. Black USA organization

Ms. Black Missouri USA is a preliminary state title to the Ms. Black USA national pageant.

The first Ms. Black USA, Kennetra Searcy, was crowned in 2016 in Washington, D.C.

The first Ms. Black Missouri USA, Amanah Saint la Hogue, was crowned in 2026 in Saint Louis, Missouri.


The Ms. Black Missouri USA pageant is open to African American women ages 27-45 working, studying or residing in the state of Missouri. 


Apply to compete for the 2027 title today!