Saturday evening, April 18, 2026, the stage at Wendy Williamson Auditorium in Anchorage was packed with friends and family members as women from across Alaska competed for the title of Mrs. Alaska America & the Miss Alaska for America Strong.  The ultimate titles of Alaska America 2026 went to:

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Our newly crowned Mrs. Alaska America is TEYANNI JACKSON.

Teyanni resides in Eagle River along with her husband Isaiah and their new baby girl Esther. She is a proud United States Army Medical Services Officer and directly leads soldiers including combat medics, and numerous other wide – ranging medical professionals. She is motivated daily by her passion for ensuring that every wounded soldier, whether injured overseas or within a training environment, can return home safely to their families. In her free time, she finds joy in baking, gardening, spending quality time with her family, and embracing the great Alaskan outdoors. She also loves music, but the sweetest sound to her ears is the beep of a boarding pass scanning, signaling the start of her family's next adventure together.

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Our newly crowned Mrs. Alaska AmeriCAN is LEAH ABADPOUR.

Leah lives in Wasilla along with her husband Babeck and baby girl, Kalina. She is a wife, mother, homemaker and fitness instructor. Leah is about all thing’s fitness; volleyball, cycling, strength training, barre, yoga, palates, swimming and hiking. She loves hosting gatherings and spending time with her husband, baby girl, 5 dogs and 13 chickens. She also enjoys studying the bible, and learning about God’s intentions and design to be more aligned with Him. Wearing the role of wife and mother inspires her to set a tone of kindness, joy and betterment in their home. Having quality mind-body health and function inspires her to continue exercising and prioritizing my wellness.

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Our new Miss Alaska for America Strong is CHRISTIAN MULKEY.

Christian lives in Wasilla and is Chief Operating Officer and acting Chief Finance Officer for Tranquility Manor LLC - the two largest privately owned assisted living homes in the State of Alaska and is also a business and psychology student. She enjoys cooking, fitness and nutrition, exploring new cities and different cultures, mentorship and coaching, and her favorite of all is family game night and singing karaoke with her kids; Jaxson, Journey and Sydney sing great – however her singing which she says lacks in key, she more than makes up for in entertainment value.

They will be on their way to the Mrs. America Pageant and Miss for America Strong Pageant at the annual National Competition in July in Las Vegas. Additionally, they will be making personal appearances throughout Alaska during her year’s reign.

The pageant also recognizes the accomplishments of the contestants in several other areas.

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2026 MRS. ALASKA AMERICA

Teyanni Jackson – Eagle River

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2026 MRS. ALASKA AMERICAN

Leah Abadpour – Wasilla

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2nd RunnerUp – Dr. Sheila Jorgensen – Wasilla

3rd RunnerUp – Dr. Jessica Dachowski – Anchorage

4th RunnerUp – Shannon Crossman – Anchorage

 

2026 MISS ALASKA FOR AMERICA STRONG

Christian Mulkey – Wasilla

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1st RunnerUp – Shalah Rose McCarthy – Anchorage

2rd RunnerUp – Taelor Humecky – Anchorage

3rd RunnerUp – Victoria Martinez – Anchorage

4th RunnerUp – Raneem Alsaiari – Palmer

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Woman of Achievement: Heidi Lieb Williams – Anchorage

Mrs. AMBASSADOR: Dr. Jessica Dachowski – Anchorage

Miss AMBASSADOR: Heidi Lieb Williams – Anchorage

Mrs. Fabulous Face Award: Ashley Kelly – Anchorage

Miss Fabulous Face Award: Christian Mulkey – Wasilla

Mrs. Businesswoman of the Year: Dr. Jessica Dachowski – Anchorage

Miss Businesswoman of the Year: Corah Higgins – Anchorage

Mrs. Community Service: Kathryn Arvidson – Anchorage

Miss Community Service: Julie Swisher – North Pole

Mrs. People’s Choice: Dr. Jessica Dachowski – Anchorage

Miss People’s Choice: Corah Higgins – Anchorage

Mrs. Contestant’s Choice: Teyanni Jackson - JBER

Miss Contestant’s Choice: Christian Mulkey – Wasilla

Mrs. Alaska Photogenic: Dr. Jessica Dachowski – Anchorage

Miss Alaska Photogenic: Larissa Schierholt – Wasilla

Most Years Married: 25 years, Kathryn Arvidson – Anchorage

Most Ticket Sales: Dr. Jessica Dachowski – Anchorage

Mrs. Most Spirited: Kathryn Arvidson – Anchorage

Miss Most Spirited: Taelor Humecky – Anchorage

Wedding Photo: Teyanni Jackson – JBER

Mrs. Best Smile: Sarah Douthit – Kenai

Miss Best Smile: Raneem Alsaiari – Palmer

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