Ciara [BBMAs Photo via ABC]
The judging panel for ABC’s 2017 Miss America pageant is complete.
ABC confirms that Ciara will help chose the 2017 Miss America. She joins a panel that includes Mark Cuban, Gabby Douglas, Laura Marano, Cole Swindell, Sara Foster, and Sharlene Wells Hawkes.
During the televised portion, judges will assess contestants in the following categories: Lifestyle and Fitness in Swimsuit, Evening Wear, Talent, Interview and On-Stage Questions.
Hosted by Chris Harrison and Sage Steele, Miss America 2017 takes place in Atlantic City on September 11. The broadcast, which will crown the 96th Miss America, will air from 9-11PM ET on ABC.