Utah’s Noelia Voigt is crowned Miss USA 2023(photos)

Noelia Voigt, 23, was crowned Miss USA 2023 after a competition held at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada. She emerged victorious, surpassing Miss Hawaii Savannah Gankiewicz, the first runner-up, and Miss Wisconsin Alexis Loomans, the second runner-up, to claim the prestigious title. Morgan Romano, who assumed the Miss USA 2022 title due to the original winner, R’Bonney Gabriel, winning Miss Universe, had the honor of presenting the crown to Noelia Voigt.

This 72nd edition of the pageant marked a historic moment, as it allowed married women and mothers to compete for the first time in its seven-decade history. Noelia Voigt made a stunning impression during the competition, initially donning a silver gown with a thigh-high split and later changing into a captivating gold gown adorned with gems before being crowned Miss USA.

Noelia’s winning answer, in response to a question about what she would bring to the Miss Universe organization as a ‘brand ambassador,’ showcased her poise and intelligence. She emphasized the importance of connecting with people, considering the incredible diversity of the United States. As a bilingual Venezuelan-American woman, she expressed her commitment to connecting with and representing all communities, regardless of their background, race, or ethnicity, in her role as Miss USA.