Find Out the First Miss America Winner from Your State

#29: Miss New Hampshire, 2012— Megan Lyman

New Hampshire has never had a Miss America winner, but Megan Lyman, crowned Miss New Hampshire in 2012, made a lasting impression with her advocacy and resilience. Growing up in Gilford, she overcame serious health challenges, including childhood leukemia, which shaped her platform around cancer awareness.

Though she did not capture the national crown, Lyman’s story inspired audiences and underscored the role of perseverance in the pageant world. Her journey gave New Hampshire one of its most inspiring representatives on the Miss America stage.