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The North Carolina Azalea Festival has announced film, television, and stage actress Elaine Hendrix will reign as the 2026 Queen Azalea. (ABC\/Jose Alvarado Jr.) <\/p>\nThe North Carolina Azalea Festival has announced film, television, and stage actress Elaine Hendrix will reign as the 2026 Queen Azalea. (ABC\/Jose Alvarado Jr.) <\/p>\n
WILMINGTON \u2014 The North Carolina Azalea Festival has announced film, television, and stage actress Elaine Hendrix will reign as the 2026 Queen Azalea. <\/p>\n
Having previously visited the festival as a celebrity guest, the Tennessee-native Hendrix returns to Wilmington in the distinguished role of Queen Azalea and will be officially crowned on April 8 at 3 p.m. aboard the iconic Battleship North Carolina.<\/p>\n
Hendrix has performed in \u201cThe Parent Trap,\u201d \u201cRomy and Michele\u2019s High School Reunion,\u201d and \u201cSuperstar,\u201d while also contributing to major franchises including \u201cGet Smart,\u201d \u201cInspector Gadget,\u201d \u201cThe Munsters,\u201d and \u201cResident Evil.\u201d Television audiences recognize her as Alexis Carrington from \u201cDynasty,\u201d as well as her appearances in hit series such as \u201cFriends,\u201d \u201cTwo and a Half Men,\u201d and \u201cCriminal Minds.\u201d Hendrix recently reunited with her \u201cThe Parent Trap\u201d co-star Lindsay Lohan in \u201cFreakier Friday\u201d and showcased her versatility as a finalist on this past season of \u201cDancing with the Stars.\u201d<\/p>\n
Hendrix\u2019s creative reach extends to the stage and beyond, with stage credits including \u201cHello, Dolly!,\u201d \u201cA Streetcar Named Desire\u201d and \u201cSteel Magnolias.\u201d Hendrix is also an award-winning advocate for animal rights, LGBTQ+ equality, women\u2019s rights, and environmental justice. <\/p>\n
Next, Elaine will join the DWTS Tour from March through May and appear at Dancing with the Stars Con, the first-ever official fan convention for the hit series, taking place July 31 through August 2.<\/p>\n
As Queen Azalea, Hendrix will take part in many of the festival\u2019s signature events, including the Celebrity Reception, Airlie Garden Party, Bluewater After Garden Get Down, Queen\u2019s Dance Party, Parade, and appearances at the Street Fair Performing Arts Stage, helping create unforgettable moments for attendees throughout the week.<\/p>\n
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