Miss USA 2024 sparks outcry: Viewers outraged as key states snubbed in Top 5
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Miss USA 2024 has stirred significant controversy as many viewers expressed outrage over the exclusion of key states like California, New York, and Texas from the Top 5 finalists. These states, known for their strong contenders and large support bases, were left out of the competition soon, prompting fans to voice their frustrations on social media. Many questioned the judges's decisions, which included fashion designer Jojo Bragais and beauty mogul Anastasia Soare, faced scrutiny, with some viewers suggesting the incorporation of more public voting to prevent future controversies.
"I can’t believe this is the top 5! No Virginia , Hawaii or Texas!! Crazy," said a viewer. "what a messy ass top 10," said another. "So pissed Neveda didn’t make top 10…what are these judges looking at???," added one. This incident has surely overshadowed the achievements of the winner.
"I can’t believe this is the top 5! No Virginia , Hawaii or Texas!! Crazy."
— Diana Kannan (@diana_kannan) August 5, 2024
"What a messy ass top 10."
— Honest Pageant POV (@PageantPOV) August 5, 2024
"So pissed Neveda didn’t make top 10…what are these judges looking at???"
— midnightstreetgurl (@midnightslut101) August 5, 2024
Who won Miss USA 2024?
Alma Cooper, representing Michigan, won Miss USA 2024. Alma stood out among the contestants with her poise, confidence, and impressive answers during the interview segment. Her journey to the crown was marked by a series of strong performances in various categories, including evening gown and swimsuit competitions.
"As the daughter of a migrant worker, a proud Afro-Latina woman and an officer of the United States Army, I am living the American dream,” Alma told judges during a Q&A session at the finale. “If there’s anything that my life and my mother have taught me, it’s that your circumstances never define your destiny: You can make success accessible through demanding excellence.”
As the new Miss USA, Alma will go on to represent the United States at the Miss Universe 2024 pageant in Mexico. Her win, however, was met with some controversy due to the unexpected exclusion of certain popular states from the top finalists, sparking a debate among fans and viewers.
How many states participated in Miss USA 2024?
In the Miss USA 2024 pageant, contestants from all 50 states and the District of Columbia participated, making a total of 51 contestants. Each representative competed in various segments, including evening gowns, swimwear, and interviews, for a chance to win the title. The competition was held at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California.
The pageant began with an elimination round where the 51 contestants were cut down to the top 20. This selection was based on the scores given by judges during the preliminary competition held the previous Saturday. The next phase featured a swimwear competition. During this segment, the judges further reduced the number of contestants from 20 to 10. These 10 contestants were then showcased in eveningwear, where they wore elegant gowns for the final evaluation. This process helped the judges select the top finalists who would compete for the title of Miss USA 2024.
