Behold ‘Miss America’ Phyllis George of Denton, Texas, as she receives her crown from her predecessor, Miss America 1970 – 1971

Displayed below is the remarkable Phyllis George, a beauty queen hailing from Denton, TX. Initially crowned Miss Texas in 1970, she ascended to yet another victory, securing the prestigious title of Miss America in 1971. Adding to her achievements, she held the role of Kentucky’s First Lady from 1971 to 1983. Beyond her reputation as a successful beauty queen, George was a multifaceted individual—a businesswoman, actress, and former sportscaster—underscoring that her talents went well beyond appearances.

In 1975, she became part of The NFL Today’s cast, where she assumed the role of co-host for live pregame shows aired before National Football League games. Significantly, George stood among the pioneering women who held influential positions in the domain of national television sports coverage, paving the path for numerous women to follow.