Alexandria, La. (October 5, 2025) — The 2025 Rapides Parish Fair Queen and Princess Pageant took center stage Saturday afternoon at LSUA’s Mulder Hall. Family, friends, and community members gathered to celebrate contestants who showcased poise, confidence, and a strong sense of community.
The pageant, hosted by the Rapides Fair Association, Inc. under President Jimbo Thiels, featured divisions for Queen, Senior Princess, and Junior Princess. Contestants competed in interview, stage modeling, and formal wear portions before an audience of supporters.
2025 Pageant Winners
Rapides Parish Fair Queen: Jamie Kile
1st Runner-Up to Queen: Maylie Stanley
Senior Princess: Cambri Lilley
Junior Princess: Evie Beaubouef
1st Runner-Up to Princess: Bristol Vroman
Fan Favorite: Bristol Vroman
Miss Congeniality – Princess Division: Bristol Vroman
Miss Congeniality – Queen Division: Jamie Kile
The pageant was dedicated to the memory of a beloved 4-H Program Assistant whose service to the Rapides Parish Fair touched countless lives. Her legacy of volunteerism and dedication inspired the decision to dedicate this year’s Princess Contest in her honor.
Judges included Miss LSUA Madison Brown, Ms. Rebecca Duncan, and 2018 Fair Queen Destiny Desselle-Talbot. Outgoing 2024 Queen Kylie Tyler gave a heartfelt farewell speech before the crowning of the new titleholders.
The Rapides Fair Association expressed deep gratitude to the sponsors and volunteers who made the event possible:
LSUA Facility Use, Miss LSUA Madison Brown, Ms. Rebecca Duncan, 2018 Fair Queen Destiny Desselle-Talbot, Beltone Hearing – Lissie Sue Hall, 2018 Queen America Franks, Jennifer’s Gym – Alexandria Pageant Backstage, For The Love of Alexandria Boutique Store, and the Rapides Parish Fair Board Members.
Their continued support ensures the fair remains a celebration of leadership, achievement, and community pride in Central Louisiana. The 2025 Rapides Parish Fair Queen and Princess Pageant marked the official start of fair week and reaffirmed the fair’s commitment to youth, service, and tradition.
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