In 1940 the pageant suffered a repeat of 1938, with the winner resigning through illness and the 1st runner-up representing the state at the national competition.

Barbara Jo Walker was crowned Miss America 1947 and represented the city of Memphis when she won the title.

Kellye Cash, Miss America 1987, was the second woman from Tennessee to win the national title.

Two Miss Tennessees have won the National Sweetheart title, Rita Wilson and Vicki Hurd.

Top Fundraiser 4th Place Women in Business 2nd runner-up *Only contestant to be named a finalist for 2 Awards at the Miss America National Competition Married to Rascal Flatts musician, Jay DeMarcus[citation needed] Sister of Miss District of Columbia USA 1999, Amy Alderson