. Vinson won the state title in January, competing as Miss Dothan USA. All 51 contestants for Miss USA are the winners of state pageants held earlier this year.
Vinson was not among 16 semi-finalists announced on Monday, so she didn’t compete in the televised swimsuit, evening gown or question-and-answer competitions for Miss USA. Morgan Romano, Miss North Carolina USA, was named the runner-up for Miss USA. Natalie Pieper, Miss Nebraska USA, took third place. Sir’Quora Carroll, Miss Ohio USA, came in fourth. Angel Reyes, Miss Illinois USA, rounded out the top five finalists.
Gabriel begins a yearlong reign as Miss USA, with Los Angeles as her base. “For the duration of her reign, she will be engaged in red carpet experiences, networking opportunities, professional photo shoots, speaking engagements and more,” the says. “She will also have the opportunity to promote her personal platform alongside the charitable alliances of the Miss USA Organization.”RELATED: