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Miss America Fights Back Against Beauty Pageant Bias

1/18/2025

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Miss Universe CEO Anne Jakrajutatip lauded Victoria Kjær Theilvig's striking blond hair and blue eyes, declaring no changes were necessary. This sparked frustration in Miss America Abbie Stockard, who championed hard work over mere looks. Amidst the pageant turmoil, Stockard strives to empower young women, reminding them that Miss America embodies much more than beauty.

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Miss Universe CEO Anne Jakrajutatip lauded Victoria Kjær Theilvig's striking blond hair and blue eyes, declaring no changes were necessary. This sparked frustration in Miss America Abbie Stockard, who championed hard work over mere looks. Amidst the pageant turmoil, Stockard strives to empower young women, reminding them that Miss America embodies much more than beauty.