Meet Emma Taylor, the new Miss Fayetteville’s Teen 2026!

We’re so excited to introduce Emma Taylor, the newly crowned Miss Fayetteville’s Teen 2026! She is from Moore County, NC. She earned her title on October 25, 2025, and will go on to represent her community on the Miss North Carolina’s Teen stage in June!

Let’s get to know her a little better!

Digital Spotlight interview with Emma Taylor

Q: Tell us a little about yourself!
A: I’m from Moore County, NC. I am a Junior at Pinecrest High School, while being dual-enrolled at Sandhills Community College. I plan to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science from the University of Alabama and later become a congressional committee staffer for Veterans Affairs.

Q: What should we know about your Community Service Initiative?
A: My 501(c)(3) non-profit, Battle Buddies, provides grants and legislative advocacy for organizations connecting service dogs with veterans overcoming PTSD. As Miss Fayetteville’s Teen, I plan to take my outreach nationwide as I continue to expand my fundraising efforts, legislative advocacy, and educational classroom presentations across North Carolina.

Q: What talent did you perform at your local competition?
A: I performed a lyrical dance to “Never Enough,” from The Greatest Showman.

Q: Do you have any previous experience within the Miss America Opportunity?
A: I previously held the local title of Miss Moore County’s Teen 2025, and placed 1st Runner-Up at Miss North Carolina’s Teen 2025.

Q: What’s one fun fact about you?
A: I have a collection of over 15 tiny spoons from around the world!

Q: What’s your favorite way to spend a day off when you’re not competing or volunteering?
A: A perfect day would involve good weather, good food, and my friends and family (including my dog Bella!).

Q: What’s your favorite way to stay #MissAmericaFit?
A: Dancing 15 hours weekly in addition to weightlifting. I’m a smoothie connoisseur and our family’s resident healthy chef.

Q: If you could give one piece of advice to a younger girl who looks up to you, what would it be?
A: “Never stop chasing your dreams, and never let anyone else define your capabilities. Whatever is meant for you will not pass you by.”

Q: Where can people support your American Heart Association efforts?
A: Visit my Spotfund page to support my efforts and learn more about heart health awareness!

Follow Her Journey

Be sure to follow Emma Taylor, Miss Fayetteville’s Teen 2026, throughout her year of service as she represents her community and embodies the spirit of Scholarship, Style, Service, and Success.