Miss Hooters International contestants help out in South Lake Tahoe before pageant

STATELINE, Nev. - After a week of women’s empowerment seminars, community outreach and preliminary events on the South Shore, Briana Smith from Fort Lauderdale, Florida was crowned Miss Hooters International 2019.

There were 80 Hooters Girls from around the world competing for the title during the 23rd annual pageant. The winner was crowned Thursday night during the Lee Brice concert at the Lake Tahoe Outdoor Arena.

As Miss Hooters International, Brianna received a $30,000 cash prize and the opportunity to contribute to marketing initiatives and special events throughout the year. She will also travel to domestic and international openings and leading the #Hooters9 Crew in cheering on NASCAR’s No. 9 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 driver Chase Elliot.

Leading up to the pageant the contestants were in South Lake Tahoe, supporting the Boys and Girls Club of Lake Tahoe and League to Save Lake Tahoe.