LONDON, Ky. (LEX 18) — One of the many fun yearly events at the World Chicken Festival is the Colonel Sanders look-alike competition. While most people can’t remember when the competition started, some of the impersonators have been coming for years.

“I am actually the official brand ambassador for Kentucky Fried Chicken worldwide,” said Johnny Miller. This year, Miller stayed out of the look-alike contest, joining the karaoke contest instead.

“Well, I've won it before. I already get the paycheck. I don't need the money,” he said with a laugh.

This year’s contest featured a first, as Lauren Witham became the first female Colonel Sanders to enter the competition.

“I met Johnny and he helped encourage me,” she said. “Timing just worked out. I've been wanting to do it. I am excited to be

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