Pinup, car show producer aims for global stage

Published 2:59 pm Friday, January 17, 2025

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Sara Huneycutt-Smith, known by her stage name of “Miss Rayzen Hell,” is an international pinup model and show producer who is gearing up for a chance to compete on the world’s largest pinup stage at “Viva Las Vegas.”
“The Queen of the Car Show” competition, held at the biggest rockabilly gathering on the planet, selects 12 contestants globally to compete on stage.
“Miss Rayzen Hell” is striving to secure her spot, but she needs the support of her community through public votes to get there.
She is the producer of the Still Runs Car Show in downtown Albemarle, which is set for May 10 and brings car culture and vintage lifestyle events to her hometown.
She believes her trip to “Viva Las Vegas” will bring back valuable insights and connections to make Still Runs an even bigger success.
“This isn’t just about me — it’s about representing Albemarle and growing our local events,” she said. “By participating in the world’s largest rockabilly and pinup event, I’ll gain ideas and inspiration that I can bring back home to help elevate Still Runs and our community.”
“Miss Rayzen Hell” competed in this event two years ago and made it to the main stage and is determined to make it to the main stage again this year. She has dedicated her life to celebrating the art of pinup and empowering women through her group, Pinups of Pumps, which she said is the North Carolina’s largest pinup collective.
In the last two years, she has opened chapters in Florida, South Carolina, Tennessee, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
The community can help make her dream a reality by voting online — http://www.vivalasvegas.net/pin-up-contest — and voting through Jan. 31. Voting is free, and you can vote daily.