Model profile: Meet Caleigh Barnett

Caleigh Barnett is a singer-songwriter, model, philanthropist, and pageant titleholder from southwest Virginia.

Caleigh is a recent winner at Magnifique Showcase, which is produced by former “America’s Next Top Model” contestant Victoria Elizabeth.

At 17 years old, she has built a diverse career spanning music, fashion, media, and community service while remaining dedicated to creating meaningful impact through every opportunity she receives.

She is the founder of The Rhythm & Relief Project, where she combines her love of music with service, organizing benefit performances that has raised thousands of dollars for organizations supporting food insecurity, veterans, and families in need.

In music, Caleigh is a vocalist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist who performs on guitar, piano, and fiddle. She has shared stages with nationally recognized artists, performed at major venues and festivals across the country, and continues to develop her career as both a performer and songwriter.

Alongside her music career, Caleigh has established herself in the fashion industry as a model represented by MMG. She has walked in New York Fashion Week, Miami Swim Week, and numerous runway shows across the country while appearing in campaigns, billboards, magazines, and media features. Her work has been featured by national publications and television outlets.

Caleigh currently serves as Miss Lonesome Pine’s Teen and is preparing to compete for Miss Virginia America’s Teen. Through pageantry, she advocates for service, leadership, and the power of using personal passions to create lasting impact. She plans to pursue a degree in business and marketing while continuing her work in music, fashion, media, and philanthropy.