First openly gay contestant will compete in Miss America this weekend
- 8 years ago
At this Sunday’s competition, the first openly gay Miss America contestant will make her debut.
Erin O’Flaherty will represent Missouri at the competition in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Behind the scenes, we’ve been well-represented, but I’m the first openly gay title holder, so I’m very excited.
I knew going in that I had the opportunity to make history.
While there have been numerous out competitors in the former Miss USA and Miss Universe competitions, O’Flaherty is the first titleholder to come out and then win a state title.
Through every major milestone of our nation’s evolution, Miss America has provided a voice for women from all walks of life, and, this year, we welcome our first openly gay contestant.
Erin O’Flaherty will represent Missouri at the competition in Atlantic City, New Jersey.
Behind the scenes, we’ve been well-represented, but I’m the first openly gay title holder, so I’m very excited.
I knew going in that I had the opportunity to make history.
While there have been numerous out competitors in the former Miss USA and Miss Universe competitions, O’Flaherty is the first titleholder to come out and then win a state title.
Through every major milestone of our nation’s evolution, Miss America has provided a voice for women from all walks of life, and, this year, we welcome our first openly gay contestant.