Simone Says

First, I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Dwight Ya’Hyrah Alexander Doughty, Miss Gay USofA Newcomer, on her untimely passing. Our community has lost a beautiful spirit, and my thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected. Rest peacefully, Queen. 

I want to thank everyone who came out to support my benefit fundraiser at The Page! We had a wonderful time filled with entertainment and fellowship. I truly appreciate our community for showing up and supporting me.

Monique Michaels-Alexander and I will be hosting another benefit show at The Page on Thursday, November 19, at 9 PM! We have some wonderful entertainers lined up, and it's going to be a great show!

Preparations for Miss Gay America are going well, and I honestly feel like I'm in the home stretch! Talent rehearsals begin this November, and I'm excited about everything coming together.

Being Miss Gay Louisiana America comes with great responsibility. We've already begun selling preliminaries, updated our website with merchandise, and continued contributing to our community as a sisterhood.

As the saying goes, "No man is an island, and no man stands alone." This community has truly shown me that. From contributions to simply checking on me mentally, I appreciate every gesture. Big or small, nothing has gone unnoticed, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart.

A special shoutout to Aubrey Synclaire! Girl, you have been my rock throughout this process. Our friendship has only grown stronger, and I love and appreciate everything you're doing to help make my reign successful!

I also want to thank Gia Giovanni for hosting me every month at The Golden Lantern's Sunday Playgirlz Show at 5 PM!

CATCH ME THIS NOVEMBER!

• Nov. 8: Playgirlz at The Golden Lantern, 5 PM
• Nov. 13: Mothers in Baton Rouge
• Nov. 14: JT Productions Showcase at Café Istanbul
• Nov. 19: Benefit Show at The Page, 9 PM
• Nov. 21: Drag Me to the Lantern with Vanessa Carr Kennedy

November is going to be a busy month, and I hope to see you all at a show! Thank you again for the continued love, encouragement, and support as I continue this journey to Miss Gay America!

With love,