This is the moment little girls dream about. In an event drawing one of 2010’s largest audience for a live broadcast, a star-studded panel of judges chose Miss Michigan USA, Rima Fakih, as MISS USA® 2010.
The 59th Annual MISS USA Pageant was hosted by renowned chef and current “Celebrity Apprentice” contestant Curtis Stone and “Today” show co-host and correspondent Natalie Morales. The comedic mother-daughter duo Joan and Melissa Rivers were on hand providing backstage color commentary for the event, held at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.
Ms. Fakih, 24, is from Dearborn, Michigan, where she was raised with her younger brother. Fakih graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in Economic and a minor in Business Administration. After completing her reign as MISS USA, she plans to attend law school. She enjoys traveling, running, dancing, kickboxing and especially likes playing football and watching the NFL.
Fakih managed to impress a judging panel of the biggest names in entertainment, including Carmelo Anthony of the NBA’s Denver Nuggets ; Miss USA 2006, Tara Conner; chef Paula Deen; Oscar Nunez of “The Office”; American businessman and real estate mogul, Phil Ruffin; Executive Fashion Editor at Large of GLAMOUR magazine, Suze Yalof-Schwartz; model Melania Trump; and Olympian Johnny Weir.
Throughout the two-hour event, the contestants competed in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview. Kristen Dalton, MISS USA 2009, crowned her successor at the conclusion of the telecast, before an estimated worldwide viewing audience of more than 250 million.
MISS PHOTOGENIC USA™ Award: Miss Alabama USA, Audrey Moore. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize as well as a FLIP MINOHD VIDEO CAMCORDER and jewelry from Diamond Nexus Labs.
MISS CONGENIALITY USA™ Award: Miss Nebraska USA, Belinda Wright. The award reflects the respect and admiration of the contestant’s peers, who voted for her as the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational participant. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize as well as a Flip MinoHD Video Camcorder and jewelry from Diamond Nexus Labs.
The MISS USA® 2010 prize package includes: a custom diamond tiara and jewelry designed by Diamond Nexus Labs; a shoe wardrobe from Nina Footwear; a one year scholarship (including housing) from the New York Film Academy; hair care products and tools from Farouk Systems; eveningwear wardrobe by Sherri Hill; a Flip MinoHD Video Camcorder; a collection of fashion-fresh Heys USA luggage; luxury accommodations in a New York City apartment for the duration of her reign, including living expenses; a year-long salary as Miss USA; personal services including membership to Gravity Fitness and hair services from John Barrett Salon; modeling portfolio by leading fashion photographer Fadil Berisha; dermatology and skincare services provided by Dr. Cheryl Thellman-Karcher; professional health and nutrition consultation by Tanya Zuckerbrot, MS, RD and dental services by Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S.; casting opportunities and professional representation by the Miss Universe Organization; extensive travel opportunities representing sponsors and charitable partners; year long consultation with a fashion stylist and access to a personal appearance wardrobe and the opportunity to represent the USA at the 2010 Miss Universe pageant this summer in Las Vegas.
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