The Miss Twin Peaks Contest was a beauty pageant held annually in Twin Peaks since 1969, presented by the town's Chamber of Commerce.[1] The prizes for the winner were a cash prize, a dozen roses, and a scholarship to the college of her choice.[2]
Additionally, the winner was expected to fulfill civic duties, including attendance at ribbon cuttings, homecoming games, and photo opportunities with visiting dignitaries.[3]
History[]
Norma Jennings was crowned Miss Twin Peaks in the first-annual pageant in 1969.[4]
Miss Twin Peaks 1973 was electrocuted during the ceremony. A moment of silence was held for her at the annual Candlelighting and Christmas Tree Ceremony.[5]
Miss Twin Peaks 1989[]
Host[]
Judges[]
Contestants[]
Judging and Rules Committee[]
- Will Hayward
- Dwayne Milford
- Pete Martell
Events[]
Talents displayed at the pageant included Lucy Moran's dancing and a dance by Lana Milford described as "contortionistic jazz exotica."[4]
The theme of the speeches given by the contestants was conservation of the forests, suggested by Benjamin Horne of the Stop Ghostwood campaign. Annie Blackburn wowed judges Dick Tremayne and Annie's sister Norma, ensuring her win. Judges Dwayne Milford was outraged at Annie being given the crown, having taken part in a ploy by his fiancée and brief sister-in-law Lana Budding Milford to win.[4]
Following Annie's win, the lights were shut off and smoke bombs began to go off, then Annie was abducted from the stage by insane former FBI Agent Windom Earle, disguised as Margaret Lanterman.[4]
Annie was rescued by her boyfriend, FBI Special Agent Dale Cooper, but remained in a catatonic state. Sixty days later, the town council deemed her unable to fulfill her civic duties, so the title of Miss Twin Peaks was bestowed upon runner-up Lana Budding Milford. However, Mllford remained in town just long enough to collect her inheritance from Dougie Milford's will.[3]