Miss Virginia, Justus Kelley has been crowned Miss USA 2026. Justus represented Virginia at the 75th Miss USA 2026, which was held at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County in Miami on August 27, 2026. Justus Kelley not only became Miss USA 2026 but also made history as the first mom, the first married woman, and the first 31-year-old to hold the title.
Three years ago, the organization made major changes to its rules by allowing mothers to participate. The organization also eliminated age restrictions, allowing women over 18 to participate in the pageant. Justus Kelley became the first-ever mom and married woman to win the title, and now she is all set to compete in Miss Universe 2026, which will be held in Puerto Rico later this year. With Justus being Miss USA 2026, let’s take a look at her life, including the gifts she received for her glamorous win.
The first mom to be Miss USA 2026, Justus Kelley
By winning Miss USA 2026, Justus Kelley became the first married woman to represent the U.S. in Miss Universe 2026. Speaking of her recent win, if the reports are to be believed, with the title, Justus also got a prize which is valued at USD 685K, which includes a USD 150K salary, a Range Rover, a one-year lease in a Miami apartment residence, along with a Westgate Vacation Home Club, and USD 30K in Miss Universe wardrobe.
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