History-making Miss USA reveals how she got swimsuit-ready while raising 2 young kids
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Key Points:
- Justus Kelley made history as the first mother and first married woman to win Miss USA during the 75th national pageant held in Miami on August 27, after the competition opened eligibility to married women and mothers in 2023.
- At 31 years old and Miss Virginia USA 2026, Kelley balanced pageant preparation with caring for her two young children, incorporating workouts and practice into her daily routine with family support.
- Kelley is a foster mom and emphasized that her win challenges the notion that women must choose between family, career, and personal dreams, advocating that women can embrace all parts of their identity simultaneously.
- The prize package for Miss USA 2026 includes a $150,000 salary, a Range Rover, a luxury Miami apartment lease, a vacation home club membership, and a $30,000 Miss Universe wardrobe.
- Kelley expressed pride in representing women who juggle family responsibilities with ambitions, highlighting the importance of continuing to dream and pursue goals regardless of life stage.
