Miss USA and Miss Teen USA 2025 Announce Hosts and Judges

The upcoming beauty pageants, Miss USA 2025 and Miss Teen USA 2025, will feature notable hosts and judges, as revealed by Us Weekly. The events are set to take place at the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino in Reno, Nevada, with Miss USA scheduled for October 24, 2025, and Miss Teen USA on October 23, 2025.

Emmanuel Acho and Olivia Jordan will serve as the hosts for the Miss USA event. Jordan, who previously competed in pageants, expressed her excitement about returning to the stage after a decade. “Competing in pageants is where I found my voice,” the 37-year-old stated. “It’s an honor to be part of giving them that opportunity on this stage.”

The judging panel for Miss USA includes a diverse group of personalities. Among them are Nia Sanchez, who was crowned Miss USA in 2014, reality television star Jade Roper Tolbert, professional dancer Sasha Farber, fashion designer Kenneth Barlis, and influencer Hannah Edwards. Farber, 41, highlighted the importance of the event, noting, “It celebrates incredible talent, confidence, and the unique stories of these amazing women.”

Sanchez, 35, emphasized her enthusiasm for returning to the pageant world. “I am looking forward to hearing what makes each of these women unique,” she remarked. She aims to ensure that the contestants selected for Miss USA are prepared for the responsibilities the title demands.

The Miss Teen USA 2025 pageant will also showcase prominent figures in its lineup. Taylor Hale, known for her participation in Big Brother, will host the event. Thom Brodeur, president, chairman, and CEO of Miss USA, explained the choice of hosts, stating, “It was important to have familiar faces in the pageant world for the girls competing.”

The judging panel for Miss Teen USA features Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model Jena Sims, model Cassidy Wolf, Candiace Dillard Bassett from Real Housewives of Potomac, singer Madisyn Shipman, and actor Josh Randall. Sims, who was Miss Georgia Teen USA in 2007, expressed her desire to return to the pageant scene, stating, “It’s healing.” She aims to bring a fresh perspective to the experience.

Bassett, 38, shared her excitement about being a judge, noting her focus on authenticity. “I want to see a woman who knows exactly who she is,” she stated. Her goal is to identify contestants who can rise above nerves and connect genuinely with the audience.

Both pageants will offer fans the opportunity to witness the events from home. Miss Teen USA begins at 17:00 PST on October 23, followed by Miss USA at the same time on October 24. With an impressive lineup of hosts and judges, these events promise to celebrate the talents and stories of young women from across the United States.