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Stone is the voice you hear inside Churchill Dns during the KY. Derby—a high-prestige position, comparable to a stadium announcer combined with a play-by-play broadcaster, executed at extreme speed/ precision!
Travis Stone
🏇🌹American Thoroughbred Horse Racing Announcer KENTUCKY DERBY 152🌹🏇
Interviewed: 04-25-2026
Ariana's recognition is NOT solely due to the title! Her trajectory (homeless →foster care→college→state titleholder→ national finalist) is considered highly unusual within pageantry! Thus, her Miss America placement has HUGE historical significance within the organization.
A fashion-forward style influencer based in Louisville, KY., who frequently describes himself as a "dabbler in fashion, travel, marketing, & events", positioning himself clearly in the style & lifestyle influencer space, & consistently shares bold & expressive outfits that blend elegance with flair!
The daughter of a retired U.S. Army major and a Mexican immigrant mother who once competed in pageants herself, Cooper identifies as African American Latina and embodies the values of discipline, intellect, and cultural pride.
As Miss America, Abbie uses her platform to advocate for families impacted by cystic fibrosis, serving as an ambassador for the National Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Her work brings vital awareness to the need for research, education, & support—an extension of her lifelong passion for healthcare & helping others!
7-Time KY. Derby Winner; 8-Time Preakness Stakes Winner; 3-Time Belmont Stakes Winner; 2 Triple Crowns-American Pharaoh (2015) & Justify (2018). 4-Time Eclipse Award for Outstanding Trainer. 2009 Inductee Ntnl. Museum of Racing & Hall of Fame.
Morgan McGarvey has dedicated his life to public service to make a difference for others, by becoming U.S. House of Representatives, for Kentucky's 3rd Dist.
Burton performed 15,000+ shows in Las Vegas for over 5,000,000 people until retiring in 2010!
Born 1987 as Rebecca Mary Quin, in Limerick, Ireland, Her entry to pro wrestling was in the early 2000s. In 2013, she signed with (WWE) & rebranded as Becky Lynch, in 2018 she experienced a career metamorphosis that would cement her legacy, as she began referring to herself as “The Man". The rest is history!
Dannielynn is the daughter of the late model, actress, & reality TV personality Anna Nicole Smith & American photographer Larry Birkhead-becoming the focus of significant intl. media attention in infancy due to a high-profile paternity & custody case following her mother's sudden 2007 death.
Danielynn Birkhead
🏇🌹📺Daughter of Famed Actress, Late Model & Reality TV Personality Anna Nicole Smith🌹📺🏇
Interviewed: 05-04-2024
Larry is an American photographer and public figure who gained intl. attention for his relationship to late model & actress Anna Nicole Smith & for being the biological father of their daughter, Dannielynn.
Larry Birkhead
🏇🌹📺Freelance Celebrity Photographer, Real Estate Investor & TV Personality🌹📺🏇
Interviewed: 05-04-2024
Burns is a prominent American entrepreneur, brand executive, lifestyle specialist, author, & media personality. he has built a reputation as a cultural influencer and innovator across various industries, including music, fashion, spirits, & marketing!
Kenny Burns
🏇🎤American Entrepreneur, Brand Executive, Lifestyle Specialist, Author & Media Personality🌹🏇
Interviewed: 05-04-2024
Lana is a country singer-songwriter best known for her appearance on NBC's "The Voice." She hails from Chesapeake, VA., & resides in Los Angeles, CA.
American Comedian,, TV Host, Actor, Writer, & producer best known for hosting NBC's The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. He gained fame as a cast member on Saturday Night Live (SNL) from 1998-2004!
Richie is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, & producer best known for his work as the lead guitarist of the rock band Bon Jovi.
Richie Sambora
🏇🌹🎤American Rock Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter, & Producer 🌹🎤🏇
Interviewed: 05-04-2024
Aron is an American professional wrestler & actor widely recognized by his ring name, Damien Sandow.
He gained widespread recognition through his engaging content on platforms like TikTok, where his comedic sketches, lip-syncs, and dance videos have attracted millions of followers.
Griffin Johnson
🏇🌹American Social Media Influencer, Actor, & Entrepreneur 🌹🏇
Interviewed: 05-04-2024
Born in Chester, England, Gemma is a British reality TV Personality, Model, and Accomplished Equestrian. She is the daughter of former England footballer Michael Owen & Louise Bonsall.
Gemma Rose Owen
🏇🌹British Reality TV Personality, ModelAccomplished Equestrian🌹🏇
Interviewed: 05-04-2024
Mallory is an American singer, beauty queen, & model who gained prominence after being crowned Miss KY. 2023.
Lukas has trained 20+ champions with over 4,800 career wins, making him 1 of THE most successful & influential horse trainers in American Thoroughbred racing history!
an accomplished sports journalist, TV host, & media personality-recognized for her expertise in sports broadcasting. With her skills she developed a passion for sports early on & cultivated her love for football=mainly NFL!
Tricia is a Canadian actress/former model, starring on the TV Series of Battlestar Gallactica & Lucifer
an American model/beauty queen from Lexington, KY, a long-standing aspiration to participate in beauty pageants, having dreamt of being on the Miss USA stage from a young age.
During the Miss USA competition, Romano promoted women in STEM fields & has worked with nonprofits Project Scientist & Smile Train during her reign as Miss USA.
Chef Damaris Phillips is a "Southern-Style" American Chef & TV Personality known for her Southern-style cooking & charming, warm personality!
Robert Pine is an American actor known for his extensive work in TV/Film. Notably he is father to famed movie actor Chris Pine
Amber is an American Actress & TV Host starring in The Surfside Girls, N.C.I.S., & WandaVision
American TV News Anchor/Political Commentator-best known for his work with Fox News' Channel & their political coverage & authoring several books
American actress, model, philanthropist/socialite. Best known with twin Priscilla as 1 of 1970's Doublemint Twins. Co-hosts annual Barnstable Brown Gala-high-profile charity event in Louisville, during KY. Derby weekend-renowned for its celebrity guests raising millions in diabetes research.
Richie is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, & producer best known for his work as the lead guitarist of the rock band Bon Jovi.
Richie Sambora
🏇🌹🎤American Rock Guitarist, Singer, Songwriter, & Producer 🌹🎤🏇
Interviewed: 05-06-2023
Randy has released over 20 studio albums & charted over 50 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, including 16 that reached the No. 1 spot. Songs like "Forever & Ever, Amen," "I Told You So," & "Three Wooden Crosses" are considered staples in the country music genre.
an American singer known for his country/pop music career. He gained ntnl. attn. at age 11 with release of his debut album "One Voice," which was certified double Platinum in USA.
Grace studies Nuclear Engineering at the Univ. of Wisconsin & plays the classical violin. She is also a competitive water-skier, loves to travel, & is a foodie!
Ingram has enjoyed a highly successful career, which includes a Heisman Trophy win in college & multiple NFL Pro Bowls.
an American former professional football player, widely considered 1 of grtst. running backs in National Football League (NFL) history, playing primarily for Dallas Cowboys/Arizona Cardinals.
an American actor known for his work in both TV/Film, gaining wider recognition for his recurring roles in TV series like "Teen Wolf"/"Yellowstone."
Morgan McGarvey has dedicated his life to public service to make a difference for others, by becoming U.S. House of Representatives, for Kentucky's 3rd Dist.
The songwriting partnership between Bayliss & Cope continues to grow, mature & blossom. “Over time, you find out a person’s strengths and weaknesses, & it just happened to turn out his strengths are my weaknesses, & vice versa.” ***Co-Founder-Jason "Rowdy" Cope (1979-2021)***
The Steel Woods-Co-Fdr. Jason "ROWDY" Cope (1978-2021)
Country Music Band-Hometown Rising-(1978-2021) CO-FDR.JASON
Interviewed: 09-14-2019
American multi-instrumentalist, singer, & composer who was a founding member of alternative rock band R.E.M.
