Posted on 05/07/2024 8:18:43 AM PDT by Diana in Wisconsin
Noelia Voigt, who was crowned Miss USA in November 2023, has announced she is resigning from her role, saying the decision is in the best interest of her mental health.
“Deep down I know that this is just the beginning of a new chapter for me, and my hope is that I continue to inspire others to remain steadfast, prioritize your mental health, advocate for yourself and others by using your voice, and never be afraid of what the future holds, even if it feels uncertain,” she wrote on Instagram.
Voigt, of Utah, succeeded the 2022 Miss USA, Morgan Romano of North Carolina. She was the first Venezuelan-American woman to win Miss USA, according to her statement.
A spokesperson for the Miss USA Organization told CNN in a statement on Monday that they support Voigt’s decision to step down from her duties and that “the well-being of our titleholders is a top priority, and we understand her need to prioritize herself at this time.”
The organization said they’re reviewing plans for the “transition of responsibilities to a successor” and that they will announce the new Miss USA soon.
Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii placed as the first-runner-up to Voigt’s victory in November, making her a potential candidate to be the newly crowned Miss USA. Alexis Loomans of Wisconsin, Jasmine Daniels of Pennsylvania and Lluvia Alzate of Texas rounded out the top five placements.
As a contestant in November, Voigt spoke about the importance of her heritage during the final Q&A round when she was asked what she would contribute to the Miss Universe Organization and promised to connect with diverse communities across the United States.
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Post #18. :)
Vanessa has/had a unique quality of beauty, a radiance that seems to start from within the person. Liz Taylor had it.
Hedy Lammar as well. Sounds a little nutty, but that’s how it seems.
That’s Hedley!
Maybe. It takes a couple of years of marriage to really find out..
The first runner up is doing a fist pump today. How often does THAT happen.
Connecting with diverse communities would make anyone crazy.
You were the apple of the public's eye
As you cut the ribbon at the local mall
A mirage for both you and us
How can this be real?
We love your body in that photograph
Your home state sure must be proud
The queen of the United States
Have you lost your crown?
Well, aren't you (Miss America?)
Don't you (Miss America?)
Won't you (Miss America, our love?)
Well, are you really who we think you are?
Or does your smile seem to wear you down?
Is the girl who you once were
Screaming to jump out?
In the dream that you must live
A disease for which there is no cure
This rollercoaster ride you're on
Won't stop to let you off
Well, aren't you (Miss America?)
Don't you (Miss America?)
Won't you (Miss America, our love?)
Miss America
Miss America
Miss America
Miss America
Miss America
Miss America
Well, aren't you (Miss America?)
Don't you (Miss America?)
Won't you (Miss America, our love?)
Well, it's true just take a look
The cover sometimes makes the book
And the judges, did they ever ask
To read between your lines?
In your cage at the human zoo
They all stop to look at you
Next year, what will you do
When you have been forgotten?
Aren't you (Miss America?)
Don't you (Miss America?)
Won't you (Miss America, our love?)
Miss America
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Miss America
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In that photo (post #1) she looks like an AI creation.
“She was the first Venezuelan-American woman to win Miss USA”
Why is that so important?
Great choice, T.B. Yoits.
One of the best rock songs by Styx. I saw a live performance of Styx on video. Unfortunately they sped that song up too much playing live.
This one is better... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAnOI1Yp_LA
from 2023 - not bad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z9TaImUaPQ0
LOL!
What was his name before the operation?
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