Christell Foote: Rising Above in Style and Substance

From Ballet Stages to Boardrooms, Miss Tennessee USA’s Multifaceted Journey

Not your average woman, Christell Foote stands above a crowd—quite literally. At 6’4”, this beauty queen is an accomplished ballet dancer, model, career woman, and advocate for opportunity.

Christell graduated from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Business Administration and is currently a District Sales Manager in the Gallo Sales Leadership Development Program. In this role, she leverages her expertise in sales and marketing to connect consumers with internationally recognized brands. She also manages a diverse and talented sales team, ranging in age from 22 to 57, showcasing her leadership and inclusive management style.

A dedicated community servant, Christell has maintained her partnership with Tennessee DECA, a student organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for their futures. She is a staunch advocate for the HOPE scholarship, funded by the Tennessee Lottery, which supports students pursuing 2- or 4-year degree programs or vocational tracks.

Christell’s linguistic skills are impressive, having started learning Spanish as a young girl and minoring in it during her undergraduate studies. With regular practice during her travels to Spain, she considers herself “tri-lingual” and is committed to achieving fluency.

Her modeling career includes high-profile gigs for luxury car brands such as Ferrari and Porsche, fueling her enthusiasm for sports cars and Formula 1 racing.

Christell’s ballet journey began at the tender age of three, sparking a lifelong passion for the art. Over her 16-year ballet career, she trained with prestigious institutions including the Joffrey School of Ballet NYC, Ballet Chicago, Joffrey Ballet of Texas, and the American Ballet Theater.

Currently, Christell holds the title of Miss Tennessee USA and will join 50 other contestants to compete for Miss USA this August. The pageant will be broadcast live on national television on the CW from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles. Her life’s passion is helping others find their “yes,” encouraging them to see what is possible for their lives and to pursue those possibilities relentlessly.

A designer shoe collector with a flair for fashion, Christell’s size 11 feet present a unique challenge in the luxury shoe market. Her collection includes iconic brands such as Jimmy Choo, Christian Louboutin, and Manolo Blahnik. With her sales expertise and marketing acumen, the idea of a luxe FOOTEwear line for women with larger feet is a natural fit. Christell is ready to lend her name to such a collection—call her, maybe?

Christell Foote is a remarkable blend of grace, intelligence, and determination. From ballet stages to boardrooms, and now the pageant stage, she continues to inspire with her dedication to personal growth, community service, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

CREDITS:

Model: Christell Foote

Styling: Thom Brodeur

Creative Director: Morgan Morgan

Makeup: Meagan Eby

Photographer: Joshua Scott Morgan

Producer: Thom Brodeur

Production Agency: Brodeur Beauty