Inky, born and raised in Yuma, Arizona, began her drag journey at 17. Using her high school job and the help of friends, she built early looks and turned her Instagram into a growing portfolio.
True to her name, Octopus-inspired Inky embraces transformation, mixing alternative drag, old-school glamour, and high fashion into a versatile, bold style.
A She was a special guest at the Yuma stop of the Arizona Pride Tour and joined the rotating cast for 2025. She had the honor of promoting the show on local news and was featured in a CNN article.
Inky proudly brought home the crown just in time for the Yuma 2025 show. While continuing to build her career in Phoenix, she is still trailblazing the future for drag in Yuma, hosting shows regularly.
The goal of the Mister & Miss Junior Phoenix Pride Pageant is to encourage youth participation in on-stage performance and encourage more young people to take an active role in being a leader in our LGBTQ+ community. Contestants compete in categories including: Creative Rainbow Wear, On-Stage Question, and Talent. Judges score the contestants in each category.
The preliminary competitions are open to youth ages 14-20. You are invited to come out and support these remarkable young performers on their Road to Royalty.
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