JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Addie Carver, of Mississippi, was crowned Miss Teen USA 2024 on Thursday, August 1.

The 17-year-old is native of Brookhaven and a junior at Lawrence County High School where she is ranked in the top 10 of her class.

Carver is the founder of Dance to Empower, a national organization focused on Dance Appreciation, Education, and Awareness. She is also a dance teacher and choreographer, Beta Club President, UCA All-American Cheerleader, and the founder & CEO of her own social media company.