FOR RELEASE: October 31, 2025

Meet Miss Kentucky, Ariana Rodriguez. At just 20 years old, Ariana made history at this year’s Miss America pageant, becoming the first former foster youth to earn a spot in the top 11 of the national competition. She talks about growing up homeless and in foster care, which prompted her to form the Lucky Ones Foundation, dedicated to lifting up youth in the foster care system and educating the public about the challenges they face. A 2025 KET production.

Inside Louisville
KET Sunday, November 2 • Noon/11 am
KET2 November 3 • 7/6
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