Perkasie native Lynzi Allen, a rising senior at Pennridge High School, will be competing in Miss America’s Teen 2026 pageant in September, writes Mina Llona for The Philadelphia Tribune.
Allen has an impressive background, with passions for modeling, dancing and debate. She hopes to one day become a civil rights lawyer, a dream she’s held since she was 13.
“I’m a girl with a lot of hobbies and a lot of passions,” said Allen.
Allen is also passionate about her community service program, “Just Be You.” The initiative strives to encourage young girls, inspiring them to embrace what makes them unique.
She recently wrote and self-published a book, titled “Just You,” which she reads aloud when she visits schools.
Allen was previously named Miss Philadelphia’s Teen 2025 and Miss Pennsylvania’s Teen 2025.
Modern pageants evaluate how well-rounded each contestant is, judging public speaking, community involvement, talent, personal presence and physical presentation.
“I’m actually the first biracial Miss Pennsylvania Teen,” she stated. “That means a lot to me because I wanted to be the representation I once wished for as a little girl.”
Allen will be flying to Orlando, Florida to compete from Sept. 2 to Sept. 7 for the chance to win the title and a $50,000 scholarship.
Read more about Lynzi Allen’s inspiring journey from Perkasie to the national stage and how she’s using her platform to empower young girls in The Philadelphia Tribune.
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