Miss Virginia Justus Kelley makes history as shes crowned Miss USA 2026 @USATODAY

Miss Virginia Justus Kelley makes history as shes crowned Miss USA 2026 @USATODAY

Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago

Miss Virginia Justus Kelley, makes history as the first wife and mother crowned Miss USA 2026, with Miss Florida coming in as the 1st runner-up.

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Miss Virginia Justus Kelley makes history as she's crowned Miss USA 2026