Miss USA Resigns To Prioritize Mental Health
- Ms. Voigt, who won the crown in September 2023, shared her decision on Instagram
- The Miss USA organization expressed its support for her choice and will announce a successor soon.
- Ms. Voigt expressed gratitude for her nine-month reign
Noelia Voigt, the reigning Miss USA, has stepped down from her title due to mental health concerns.
Ms. Voigt, who won the crown in September 2023, shared her decision on Instagram, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing well-being. “Never compromise your physical and mental wellbeing,” she wrote.
The Miss USA organization expressed its support for her choice and will announce a successor soon.
The 24-year-old Venezuelan-American from Utah hopes to continue inspiring others as she embarks on a new life chapter. “Prioritize your mental health, advocate for yourself and others,” she urged.
Ms. Voigt expressed gratitude for her nine-month reign, which provided a platform to make a difference and fulfill a lifelong dream.
Miss USA echoed this sentiment, acknowledging the well-being of titleholders as a top priority. Plans are currently underway to transition responsibilities to a new Miss USA.
Savannah Gankiewicz, the first runner-up from Hawaii in the 2023 competition, could potentially be considered for the role.