Justus Kelley crowned Miss USA 2026

On the evening of August 27, 2026, the 75th Miss USA pageant concluded at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts in Miami. Justus Kelley, representing Virginia, was crowned the winner after competing against 51 contestants from across the United States. She received the crown from the outgoing titleholder, Audrey Eckert.

At 31 years old, Kelley’s victory marks several historical milestones for the pageant. She is the first married woman, the first mother, and the first woman over the age of 30 to win the Miss USA title. These achievements highlight significant shifts in the competition's eligibility criteria, which have recently evolved to reflect more inclusive standards of beauty and life experience, moving away from the traditional, restrictive profiles that defined the event for decades.