Barber was born in December 6, 1989 in Columbus, Georgia. She lived in several states as a child due to her father's military career such asNorth Carolina, Nebraska, Minnesota, Virginia, and Washington D.C.. Barber joined the United States Army at age 17. She attended Virginia State University and graduated with a degree in business management. She went on to work as an IT analyst for the United States Department of Commerce, and later as a quartermaster officer and logistics commander in the Army. She earned her master's degree in management information systems and services from University of Maryland University College. | Born December 6, 1989 (age 26) Columbus, Georgia, U.S. Height 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) Title(s) Miss Virginia International 2011 Miss District of Columbia USA 2016 Miss USA 2016 Major competition(s) Miss District of Columbia USA 2016 (Winner) Miss USA 2016 (Winner) Miss Universe 2016 (TBA) |