Listen, when we tell you that JT from City Girls understood the assignment, we mean she UNDERSTOOD. THE. ASSIGNMENT. The Miami rapper didn’t just talk about being for the girls, she literally gave one lucky fan the dress off her back. Well, technically off her red carpet. But you get it.
The Dream Started With A Tweet
It all began on April 21st when Autumn Williams, representing Miss Miami Gardens, took to Twitter/X with a bold request that would change everything.
“I wanna wear @ThegirlJT dress to my Miss Florida competition,” she posted. “Yall tag her! I represent my city in June.”
Now, most of us have sent tweets into the void hoping our favorite celebrities might notice. But Autumn? She manifested this moment into reality. She added to her tweet, “This not a play play competition, btw! I’m running for Miss America!” The confidence? Immaculate. The vision? Crystal clear.
And here’s where it gets good. JT responded in less than an hour, asking Autumn which dress she was referring to. After identifying the formal dress, she added, “Got you.” TWO WORDS that would spark a fairytale moment for Autumn and warm hearts across social media.
The Dress That Started It All
The requested dress was a silver rhinestone stunner that the Miami rapper wore to the 2022 BET Awards. And when we say stunner, we mean the kind of gown that catches every single light, sparkles with every movement, and makes you feel like the main character in your own movie. The dress featured a sweetheart neckline that perfectly complemented JT’s red carpet moment back in 2022.
Fast forward to June 28th, and Autumn was about to make her own unforgettable entrance at the Miss Florida USA competition.
The Big Moment: Autumn SHINES
On June 28, Autumn, competing as Miss Miami Gardens, graced the stage in JT’s gown. She shared pictures online of her shimmering and shining with each movement. And honey, when we say she looked STUNNING, that’s an understatement. The dress fit her like it was custom made, hugging every curve and catching the stage lights in a way that had everyone’s jaw on the floor.
“I want to thank a born and raised Miami musician @thegirljt and her team @shaqpalmerr for taking the time out to have this special request given to me on my special day. This EXACT dress was worn by the rap star at the BET AWARDS 2022. Your graciousness is appreciated,”
Autumn wrote on Instagram.
But wait, it gets even better. JT commented under Autumn’s celebratory carousel post: “Florida girls really run it.” She added, “You made my day I’m crying lol you kilt it! It fits you perfectly.”
Now THAT is what we call full circle energy. The mutual support? The genuine excitement? This is what women supporting women looks like, and we’re obsessed.
The Competition: Miss Florida USA 2024 Crowned Peyton Lewis
The Miss Florida USA 2024 competition was nothing short of spectacular, with incredible women from across the Sunshine State bringing their A game. The competition took place on Sunday, July 7 at the Coral Springs Performing Arts Center in Coral Springs, and let us tell you, the talent was FIERCE.
Peyton Lewis, a native of Orlando, was crowned Miss Florida USA 2024, and she absolutely deserved that crown. At 26 years old, Peyton Lewis has already achieved remarkable success as a global real estate advisor with Premier Sotheby’s International Realty’s Southeast Orlando office, and is an alumna of the University of Central Florida.
The newly crowned queen came ready with purpose and passion. “Winning Miss Florida USA has been a dream come true, I’m feeling so grateful to be the one to represent this beautiful state at the Miss USA pageant on August 4th. I look forward to a year of supporting causes like attainable housing, and making a positive impact on not only my community but those all across the state of Florida while inspiring everyone to not give up on their dreams!” Peyton Lewis said.
The Top 5: Excellence Personified
But let’s give flowers where flowers are due. The top five finalists were absolute powerhouses:
First Runner Up: Breauna Washington claimed that coveted second spot with grace and determination. This wasn’t her first rodeo either, she’s been a consistent force in the pageant world.
Second Runner Up: Lou Schieffelin brought her experience and poise to the stage. And plot twist? She would go on to become Miss Florida USA 2025. Talk about persistence paying off!
Third Runner Up: Vanessa Van Dyke has been dominating the pageant circuit. Her resume includes multiple placements across state lines, proving that consistency and dedication really do create champions.
Fourth Runner Up: Narissa Adside rounded out the top five, and her journey is one of pure perseverance. She’s been competing since 2017, showing up year after year with determination and style.
The Semifinalists: Stars In Their Own Right
The semifinalist round was STACKED with talent, and these queens deserve their moment:
Krystal Almora brought that extra sparkle to the competition, proving that every woman on that stage was a winner in her own right.
Christiana DiNardo came with an impressive pageant background. And guess what? She later became Miss New York USA 2025. Florida really was the training ground for future queens!
Delaney Milian represented with style and substance, making her mark on the Miss Florida USA stage.
Alejandra Ranaudo brought international flair and sophistication to the competition.
Christina Rembisz showed that determination pays off, returning to the stage with renewed confidence.
Preslie Ross came through representing, and her journey continued beyond Florida.
Brianna Sledge made her presence known with confidence and charisma.
Matea Mahal Smith competed with passion and purpose, leaving everything on that stage.
Kayla Tavares represented with grace and determination, proving she belonged among the best.
Johana Vasquez brought her unique perspective and beauty to the semifinals.
Ashley Woxberg rounded out the semifinalists, showing that every woman who made it that far was exceptional.
Why This Moment Matters
The glamorous gesture has social media buzzing with positive commentary, reaction, and praise, with the contestant, Autumn Williams, leading the messages. While she didn’t take the crown, she graced the stage flawlessly in a gown fit for a queen.
And honestly? That’s the real story here. Yes, competitions have winners. But this moment transcended placing. This was about a successful woman using her platform to lift up another woman chasing her dreams. This isn’t the first time JT has used her platform to empower fans and her Florida community. As the “Sideways” artist continues to tour, build her audience, and take the music industry by storm, she’s taking her fans with her.
Autumn Williams took a chance on a tweet, and it turned into a moment she’ll never forget. She walked across that stage feeling like a million dollars (because honey, that dress was EVERYTHING), and she represented her city, her community, and herself with absolute pride. “My first tackle is to hit it in the community. I wanna go out there and serve my community for the young girls, show them you can look like me and still go to Miss America,” she said.
The Real Crown: Women Supporting Women
At the end of the day, while Peyton Lewis walked away with the official crown and the title of Miss Florida USA 2024, every single woman who stepped on that stage earned their flowers. From Breauna Washington and Lou Schieffelin in the top three, to Vanessa Van Dyke and Narissa Adside in the top five, to every semifinalist who put in the work these women are champions.
And JT? She proved that being “for the girls” isn’t just a catchy phrase or a social media caption. It’s action. It’s generosity. It’s using your platform to create moments that inspire and uplift. She saw a young woman with a dream, had the power to help make that dream a little more special, and she did it without hesitation.
Autumn Williams may not have won the crown that night, but she won something arguably more valuable: a moment of pure magic, a viral story of kindness, and proof that sometimes, shooting your shot on social media really does work.
The silver rhinestone dress made two red carpet moments: once at the 2022 BET Awards on JT, and again at Miss Florida USA 2024 on Autumn. Different stages, different dreams, same sparkle, same shine.
Florida girls really DO run it. And when they support each other? Unstoppable doesn’t even begin to cover it.
Now THAT’S how you understand the assignment.
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