Lumbee Ambassadors 2026
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Little Miss Lumbee
Lariah Hunt
Lariah Yvonne Hunt is the proud daughter of Russell and Lisa Hunt and the cherished granddaughter of the late Mr. Bobby Hunt and Mrs. Doris Hunt, and Allen and Yvonne Dial. She is an honor student at Prospect Elementary School, where she is recognized for her dedication to academics, leadership, and serving others.
Lariah is an active member of Pembroke First United Methodist Church, where her faith continues to shape her compassionate heart and commitment to helping those around her. She is also a competition dancer and serves as an assistant instructor for the minis and recreational classes at Just Dance Studios, where she enjoys encouraging younger dancers while sharing her love for the performing arts.
Her personal platform, Lariah’s Light, is inspired by Matthew 5:16: “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Through this platform, Lariah strives to make a meaningful difference in her community by serving meals and supporting outreach efforts at Sacred Pathways, collecting and distributing hygiene items to individuals in need, and organizing an annual coat drive at Prospect Elementary School to help keep children warm during the winter months.
Whether she is dancing on stage, serving her community, or encouraging others with kindness, Lariah believes that even the smallest act of love can brighten someone’s day. She hopes to inspire others to let their own light shine through faith, compassion, and service to others.
Junior Miss Lumbee
Verah Brewington
Verah Anelise Marion Brewington is the 12-year-old daughter of Brian and Katrina L. Brewington. She is the youngest of five children, with three sisters—Kairon, Shakori, and Briannon—and one brother, Branston.
Verah is a seventh-grade student at Dillon Christian School, where she enjoys learning, making new friends, and being on the volleyball and basketball teams. Outside of school, she loves cooking, baking, painting, singing, playing the piano, and horseback riding. She also enjoys being independent and challenging herself to learn new skills, whether it's trying a new recipe or creating arts and crafts projects.
Lumbee Homecoming is one of Verah's favorite times of the year, and the Miss Lumbee Pageants have always been one of her favorite Homecoming traditions. It was while attending these pageants that Verah's heart's desire first took root. Watching the contestants proudly represent the Lumbee Tribe with grace, talent, and cultural pride inspired her dream of one day taking the stage herself.
When Verah finally stepped onto the stage, she remembered her favorite Bible verse, Psalm 46:5: "God is within her, she will not fail." Those words gave her confidence and strength this past year as she prepared herself for the stage.
It has been a dream come true for Verah to represent the Lumbee Tribe as Junior Miss Lumbee. She has worked diligently to achieve this goal and is honored to serve her people with pride, humility, and dedication. During her reign, she looks forward to deepening her knowledge of Lumbee history and traditions while serving her community. She is excited to meet new people, share her culture with others, and lend a helping hand wherever she is needed.
Teen Miss Lumbee
Braeleigh Hunt
Braeleigh Hunt is honored to serve as Teen Miss Lumbee, proudly representing the Lumbee Tribe with grace, integrity, and a heart for service. She is passionate about encouraging others through her platform, H.O.P.E. (Having Optimism, Perseverance and Expectancy) which reminds people that even in life’s greatest challenges, hope provides the strength to persevere and the courage to keep moving forward.
As a rising senior at Lumberton High School, Braeleigh is an active leader and dedicated scholar. She is a member of the National Honor Society and Beta Club and serves as Vice President of AISES. Her accomplishments include being named Teen Miss PORC 2026, and Junior Miss Dublin Peanut Festival 2019.
Braeleigh enjoys singing, dancing, volunteering in her community, performing at the Carolina Civic Center, and spending quality time with family and friends. She has participated in Read Across America events, Native American Heritage Month programs, the Robeson County Christmas Show, and numerous theatrical productions, most recently, Hairspray.
After high school, Braeleigh plans to attend Robeson Community College to pursue a degree in Radiography. As Teen Miss Lumbee, she hopes to inspire others to embrace their heritage, lead with kindness, and always choose hope.
Miss Lumbee
Anna Hunt
Anna Hunt is the 21-year-old daughter of Kim and Scot Hunt. She is a senior at UNC Pembroke and works in healthcare, where she has discovered a deep passion for serving others. Caring for her community is more than a career. It is her calling and the greatest joy in her life.
Her platform, “Generations of Healing: Honoring Our Traditions, Healing Our Minds, and Building a Legacy of Care,” is rooted in recognizing the generations of Lumbee healers, caretakers, and servants who have paved the way before us. She believes their compassion, resilience, and selfless service have built the foundation of strength within the Lumbee community.
Inspired by their example, Anna is committed to continuing that legacy by advocating for mental health awareness, reducing stigma, promoting overall wellness, and preserving the traditions that connect the past, present, and future generations of the Lumbee people.
Service has always been at the heart of Anna’s journey. She proudly represented as Junior Miss Lumbee in 2017–2018 and Teen Miss Lumbee in 2022–2023. These are experiences that
strengthened her love for her culture and inspired a lifelong commitment to serving her people. Through healthcare, community involvement, and cultural advocacy, Anna strives to make a lasting impact while honoring those who came before her.
Being crowned Miss Lumbee is more than a personal dream fulfilled. It is an opportunity to serve the people and community that have shaped her into the person she is today. She is
committed to celebrating the resilience of the Lumbee people, preserving the values passed down through generations, and carrying forward a legacy of healing, hope, and care for generations to come.