Meet Anna Brennan
Miss Minnesota 2026
Byron woman crowned historic 90th Miss Minnesota
Newly crowned titleholders win educational scholarships, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete at Miss America and Miss America’s Teen
(Welch, Minn.) June 20, 2026 - A milestone 90th Miss Minnesota competition culminated Friday evening at Treasure Island Resort & Casino with the crowning of Miss Minnesota 2026 and Miss Minnesota’s Teen 2026. Following three days of competition, Anna Brennan, Miss Twin Cities, was crowned Miss Minnesota 2026, and Natalia Yurecko, Miss River Valley’s Teen, was crowned Miss Minnesota’s Teen 2026.
Anna Brennan, Miss Minnesota 2026, is the recipient of a $10,000 educational scholarship and will represent Minnesota at the 2027 Miss America competition.
Brennan is a Journalism student at the University of St. Thomas and a KSTP-TV Twin Cities Live! Promotions Intern. Her community service initiative, which she will promote during her year of service, is MediaWELL.
“MediaWELL is dedicated to building the foundations of Empowered Connection for the digital
generation,” said Brennan. “Empowered Connection is the ability to engage with today’s digital landscape intentionally and intelligently, gaining the benefits of media without harming quality of life.”
For the talent portion of the competition, Brennan performed Classical Ballet en Pointe to “Tango de Roxanne.”
The Miss Minnesota competition featured 25 candidates ages 18-28 competing in Private Interview, Talent/HERStory™, Health & Fitness, Evening Gown and On Stage Conversation
Top five finalists in the Miss Minnesota competition include:
1st runner up - Miss Capital City - Jordan Mann
2nd runner up - Miss St. Croix Valley - Whitney McClain
3rd runner up - Miss Granite City - Michelle Rose Bergh
4th runner up - Miss Waseca County Sleigh & Cutter - Jasmin Kotek
For more information, visit the Miss Minnesota website, Facebook and Instagram, and the Miss Minnesota’s Teen website, Facebook and Instagram.
Newly crowned titleholders win educational scholarships, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to compete at Miss America and Miss America’s Teen
(Welch, Minn.) June 20, 2026 - A milestone 90th Miss Minnesota competition culminated Friday evening at Treasure Island Resort & Casino with the crowning of Miss Minnesota 2026 and Miss Minnesota’s Teen 2026. Following three days of competition, Anna Brennan, Miss Twin Cities, was crowned Miss Minnesota 2026, and Natalia Yurecko, Miss River Valley’s Teen, was crowned Miss Minnesota’s Teen 2026.
Anna Brennan, Miss Minnesota 2026, is the recipient of a $10,000 educational scholarship and will represent Minnesota at the 2027 Miss America competition.
Brennan is a Journalism student at the University of St. Thomas and a KSTP-TV Twin Cities Live! Promotions Intern. Her community service initiative, which she will promote during her year of service, is MediaWELL.
“MediaWELL is dedicated to building the foundations of Empowered Connection for the digital
generation,” said Brennan. “Empowered Connection is the ability to engage with today’s digital landscape intentionally and intelligently, gaining the benefits of media without harming quality of life.”
For the talent portion of the competition, Brennan performed Classical Ballet en Pointe to “Tango de Roxanne.”
The Miss Minnesota competition featured 25 candidates ages 18-28 competing in Private Interview, Talent/HERStory™, Health & Fitness, Evening Gown and On Stage Conversation
Top five finalists in the Miss Minnesota competition include:
1st runner up - Miss Capital City - Jordan Mann
2nd runner up - Miss St. Croix Valley - Whitney McClain
3rd runner up - Miss Granite City - Michelle Rose Bergh
4th runner up - Miss Waseca County Sleigh & Cutter - Jasmin Kotek
For more information, visit the Miss Minnesota website, Facebook and Instagram, and the Miss Minnesota’s Teen website, Facebook and Instagram.
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DID YOU KNOW?The Miss America Opportunity
Miss America is more than a competition, it’s a transformative platform that empowers thousands of women nationwide to lead, serve, and inspire. As a prestigious service organization, we stand at the intersection of empowerment and community impact, built on the core values of Style, Service, Scholarship, and Success- and Sisterhood. Our program is designed to equip women with lifelong skills, foster personal growth, and create opportunities to make a meaningful difference in their communities. If you’re ready to elevate your potential, connect with a network of passionate women, and become part of this 100+ year legacy of history and impact, we invite you to learn more about the program and discover how you can take action and join us on this empowering journey. Photo by Kenny Fukuda, Hiropix |
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Anna is available to emcee, meet, speak, perform, or take part at your next event. From Grade Schools to High Schools;
from Galas to Corporate Events; Podcasts to Television appearances, Miss Minnesota is here for you. Stay connected with Anna
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