👑 Miss Black Diamond 2026

Blessed.
Brilliant. Purposeful.

Crowned Miss Black Diamond at the 2026 Jewels of North Texas Debutante Ball — entrepreneur, servant leader, and future healthcare professional building her legacy one braid, one purpose, and one prayer at a time.

✂ Master Hair Braider 👑 Miss Black Diamond 2026 ⚕ Future Nurse / Forensic Sci.
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Brooke Reece Herod
✂ Blessed by Miss Brooke Master Hair Braiding
👑 Miss Black Diamond Top Prize · 2026
✝ Faith-Driven One Community Church
Brooke Reece Herod
11
Years — Jack & Jill

About Brooke

Grace, Grit &
Good Purpose

Brooke Reece Herod is a senior at Allen High School — a young woman of faith, vision, and unstoppable drive. Daughter of Keith and Tomeka Herod, she has been shaped by love, community, and an unshakeable belief that purpose is something you walk in every single day.

From launching her own hair braiding business at a young age, to serving as Foundation Chair in the Northeast Dallas Chapter of Jack and Jill of America for 11 years, Brooke leads with heart in everything she does.

A faithful member of One Community Church in Plano, Brooke credits God's grace as the foundation of everything. Next stop: the University of Houston, pursuing Nursing or Forensic Science.

Hometown
Allen, TX (DFW)
University
University of Houston
Business
Blessed by Miss Brooke
Church
One Community · Plano

Her Crowning Night

Miss Black
Diamond.

On February 7, 2026, at the Texas Hall of State in Dallas, Brooke Reece Herod made history at the inaugural Jewels of North Texas Cotillion — taking home the top honors of the evening and leaving her mark on every heart in the room.

Crowned by Miss Texas USA, Brooke's night was a testament to everything she embodies: faith, service, brilliance, and grace.

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Miss Black Diamond
Top prize of the evening — the highest honor at the 2026 Black Diamonds Cotillion. Personally crowned by Miss Texas USA.
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Philanthropy Award
Recognized for outstanding commitment to community service — a reflection of Brooke's lifelong heart for others.
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Jack & Jill Legacy
11 years in the Northeast Dallas Chapter, serving as Foundation Chair, Historian, and Hospitality Chair.
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Inaugural Debutante
One of 8 inaugural debutantes of the Dallas Center of Excellence, presented by 11 chapters across North Texas.

What I Do

More than a
Moment.

Brooke's work spans entrepreneurship, community leadership, and a calling to heal — each piece rooted in the same belief: that serving others is the highest form of purpose.

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Blessed by
Miss Brooke

A master hair braiding business built from passion and skill. Brooke creates beautiful, protective styles — delivering confidence one client at a time. Her work is art. Her art is service.

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Faith & Leadership

11 years in Jack & Jill of America, serving as Foundation Chair, Historian & Hospitality Chair. Member of One Community Church – Plano Campus.

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Future Healer

Headed to University of Houston for Nursing or Forensic Science. Aspiring fertility concierge nurse or forensic scientist — where compassion meets curiosity.

What
She
Stands For

01
Faith First
Everything flows from faith. God's grace is the source of her confidence, compassion, and clarity of purpose.
02
Service Over Self
From the braiding chair to the boardroom, she leads with the conviction that true success lifts others.
03
Brilliance Unapologized
A Black Diamond — rare, refined, and radiant. Brooke owns her excellence and opens doors for those behind her.
04
Grow & Bloom
She plants herself in rich soil — family, community, education — and blooms with grace, wherever life places her.

Get in Touch

Let's Connect &
Create Together

Whether you're booking a braiding appointment, collaborating on a project, or simply want to connect — Brooke would love to hear from you.

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Instagram @blessed.by.brooke
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Email Use the form to reach Brooke
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Location Allen / Dallas, TX

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