Thornton won the title of Miss Kentucky on July 16, 2011, when she received her crown from outgoing titleholder Djuan Trent.

Elizabeth Arnold - Miss Kentucky (2002)

She held the title of Miss Kentucky 2009 and was 4th runner-up to Miss America 2010.

Ervin won the title of Miss Kentucky on July 18, 2009, when she received her crown from outgoing titleholder Emily Cox.

When Miss Kentucky opened her mouth wide to belt out a high note, Amy pointed out that her tongue looked blue.

Chera-Lyn was preliminary talent winner at Miss Kentucky in 1995, 1996, 1997 and 1998.

Trent won the title of Miss Kentucky on July 17, 2010, when she received her crown from outgoing titleholder Mallory Ervin.

Mallory Ervin - Miss Kentucky 2009; 4th Runner-up at Miss America 2010.

Chera-Lyn Cook - Miss Kentucky 1998; placed 4th runner-up to Miss America 1999.

Kaitlynne's aunt, Maricia Malone Bell was Miss Kentucky 1978.