“Being crowned Miss America 2023 is impossible to put into words – it is a dream come true and has literally changed my life in an instant,” said Stanke.  “I am so grateful for the opportunity to compete alongside so many inspiring, brilliant, talented women. I hope to live up to the impeccable legacy of Miss America, serving as a positive role model for women of all ages and my community. It’s been an honor to represent the great state of Wisconsin and I look forward to the opportunity to change the world through my social impact initiative Clean Energy, Cleaner Future on the national stage.”

Who won Miss America tonight?

Stanke, 20, a nuclear engineering student at the University of Wisconsin, whose talent was the violin, is an advocate for a transition to nuclear energy with her social impact initiative, “Clean Energy, Clean Future.” She earned a cumulative total $68,900 in scholarship assistance through her state and Miss America competitions. Stanke’s mission statement reads: “America needs to convert to zero-carbon energy sources, and I’m helping to make that happen by breaking down misconceptions surrounding our most powerful source of zero-carbon energy: nuclear power. I advocate for nuclear power and improved communication about nuclear science with both the general public and nuclear engineers to bridge the gap of the unknown between the two groups of people.”

Who was the runner-up for Miss America 2023?

First runner-up: Miss New York Taryn Delanie Smith gets a $25K scholarship. Second runner-up: Miss Texas Averie Bishop gets a $20K scholarship winner. Third runner-up: Miss West Virginia Elizabeth Lynch gets a $15K scholarship. Fourth runner-up: Miss Georgia Kelsey Hollis gets a $10K scholarship. The Miss America Competition crowned Miss America for 2023 on Thursday night. The event took place live from the Mohegan Sun Arena in Connecticut— and Parade has a look at all 51 of the Miss America candidates who vied for more than $500,000 in scholarship money. Launch the gallery to see who’s representing your state.

When is Miss America 2023?

Watch the Miss America competition, which, in 2023, is only available to stream at pageantslive.com and on the Pageants Live app on various streaming platforms on Thursday, Dec. 15 at 8p.m. ET. Miss America 2022 Emma Broyles of Alaska will crown her successor at the end of the event. 

Who will host Miss America 2023?

The final night of competition will be hosted by Laura Rutledge, host of ESPN’s NFL Live and SEC Network’s SEC Nation, Miss Florida 2012 and top 15 at Miss America 2013.

Who are the judges for Miss America 2023?

The judges include TV personality Aparna Shewakramani; former professional NBA player Trevor Booker; Trish Regan, an award-winning journalist and host of ‘The Trish Regan Show’ podcast and former Miss New Hampshire; Home Improvement actress Debbe Dunning; and Mirai Nagasu, American figure skater and two-time Winter Olympic athlete.

Who Made the Miss America Top 5?

Kelsey Hollis, Georgia Grace Stanke, WisconsinAverie Bishop, TexasElizabeth Lynch, West VirginiaTaryn Delanie Smith, New York

Who made the Top 7 for Miss America 2023?

Kelsey Hollis, Georgia Grace Stanke, WisconsinHeather Renner, NevadaAverie Bishop, TexasElizabeth Lynch, West VirginiaElizabeth Hallal, IndianaTaryn Delanie Smith, New York

Who made the Top 11 for Miss America 2023?

Kelsey Hollis, Georgia Grace Stanke, WisconsinHeather Renner, NevadaAverie Bishop, TexasElizabeth Lynch, West VirginiaElizabeth Hallal, IndianaTaryn Delanie Smith, New YorkLauren Teruya, HawaiiSophia Takla, OregonElizabetta Nies, OhioMonica Nia Jones, Illinois – America’s Choice Winner

How much does Miss America make?

Miss America 2023 will win a $50,000 scholarship and a yearlong national tour to advocate for the social issue she has chosen.

Who are the candidates for Miss America 2022?

The 51 candidates are: Lindsay Fincher Alabama 2022 Jessica Reisinger Alaska 2022 Melody Pierce Arizona 2022 Ebony Mitchell Arkansas 2022 Catherine Liang California 2022 Savannah Cavanaugh Colorado 2022 Sylvana Gonzalez Connecticut 2022 Grace Otley Delaware 2022 Alivia Roberts District of Columbia 2022 Lindsay Bettis Florida 2022 Kelsey Hollis Georgia 2022 Lauren Teruya Hawaii 2022 Sarah Jensen Idaho 2022 Monica Nia Jones Illinois 2022 Elizabeth Hallal Indiana 2022 Bailey Hodson Iowa 2022 Ayanna Hensley Kansas 2022 Hannah Edelen Kentucky 2022 Gracie Reichman Louisiana 2022 Madison Leslie Maine 2022 Kayla Willing Maryland 2022 Katrina Kincade Massachusetts 2022 Melissa Beyrand Michigan 2022 Rachel Evangelisto Minnesota 2022 Emmie Perkins Mississippi 2022 Clare Marie Kuebler Missouri 2022 Alexa Baisch Montana 2022 Steffany Lien Nebraska 2022 Heather Renner Nevada 2022 Sarah White New Hampshire 2022 Augostina Mallous New Jersey 2022 Kaitlin Kerl New Mexico 2022 Taryn Delanie Smith New York 2022 Karolyn Martin North Carolina 2022 Sidni Kast North Dakota 2022 Elizabetta Nies Ohio 2022 Megan Gold Oklahoma 2022 Sophia Takla Oregon 2022 Alysa Bainbridge Pennsylvania 2022 Abby Mansolillo Rhode Island 2022 Jill Dudley South Carolina 2022 Hunter Widvey South Dakota 2022 Lauren Dickson Tennessee 2022 Averie Bishop Texas 2022 Lindsey Larsen Utah 2022 Alexina Federhen Vermont 2022 Victoria Chuah Virginia 2022 Regan Gallo Washington 2022 Elizabeth Lynch West Virginia 2022 Grace Stanke Wisconsin 2022 Hazel Homer-Wambeam Wyoming 2022

Will there be a Miss America swimsuit competition?

No, the swimsuit competition has been eliminated as the focus on the Miss America Competition is on scholarships.

What is the Miss America song?

“There She Is, Miss America” is the song performed every year when the new Miss America is crowned. The song, which was written by Bernie Wayne for the Miss America competition, has been sung every every year since 1955. From 1955 to 1979, host Bert Parks sang the song.

When was the last time Miss Texas won Miss America?

Miss Texas has been crowned Miss America three times in the history of the competition: Jo-Carroll Dennison in 1942, Phyllis George in 1972 and Shirley Cothran in 1975. Visit https://www.missamerica.org/titleholders/ to see everyone who has won from your state.

Who was the first Black Miss America?

In 1983, Vanessa Williams was crowned the first Black Miss America. Less than a year later, she gave up her crown after nude photos. Years later, she reemerged and has built a successful music and acting career. You may remember her from Ugly Betty or “Love Is” the romantic song from the Beverly Hills 90210 soundtrack.

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