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HRH Sue Bennett Grimes

THE ROYAL COURT 

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All Hail!

All hail the reigning monarchs of Edisonia!

His Royal Highness King Daniel Franklin Adams III is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Adams, Jr., and Her Royal Highness Queen Ainsley Frances Thomas is the daughter of the Mr. and Mrs. Wally Thomas.

King Daniel "Danny" Franklin Adams III is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Franklin Adams II, and the grandson of Mr. Dan and Mrs. Kathy Adams, Mr. Marc Beaudin, and Mrs. Diane Aurit. A 2022 graduate of Bishop Verot Catholic High School, where he was affectionately nicknamed The Mayor," participated in track and field, ran cross country, and played on the lacrosse team. This summer, King Daniel worked for a local startup, Goated Golf, and learned the ins and outs of the business. King Danny's strong work ethic and excitement to grow helped him land his dream job in sales at Scotlynn. A fourth-generation Floridian and lifelong Fort Myers resident, King Danny has continued his interest in running and working out, and soaking up the Florida sunshine. The King and the Queen demonstrated philanthropic spirit by supporting the Gulf Coast Humane Society, reflecting the King's love for animals and their community. King Daniel was a member of the Edison Festival of Light Junior Court in 2011 and has loved serving the kingdom of Edisonia.

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Queen Ainsley Frances Thomas is the daughter of Mr. Wally Thomas and Mrs. Jennifer Thomas, and is the granddaughter of Mrs. Frances Fenning, Mrs. Cindy Carlino, and Dr. Michael Carlino. A 2021 graduate of Fort Myers High School, the Queen is actively involved in LINFU, a research study focused on collecting pancreatic cells for early detection of pancreatic cancer,. Queen Ainsley also collaborates with Johns Hopkins on high-risk obstetrics cases with Nemours Children's Health in emergent, pediatric-focused imaging - further broadening her experience in specialized imaging and patient care. the Queen graduated with a degree in Diagnostic Medicine and Imaging Science and began her career two years ago with Lee Health. She currently works at HealthPark Medical Center and Golisano Children's Hospital, performing exams for NICU, Pediatric, obstetric, and General patients, as well as assisting in a variety of medical procedures and surgeries. Queen Ainsley has served the Edison Pageant of Light Court as a Page.

The Edison Pageant of Light is proud to present our 2026 Royal Court
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