Held last night in Las Vegas in preparation for the show on Saturday, the Miss America prelims featured glitter, animal prints, and smiles so wide they just had to hurt.
Here, Miss America 2009 Katie R. Stam (on the left) presents the Talent award to Kristy Cavinder, Miss California.
And here, Kristy Cavinder, Miss California, proves that she won the damn award fair and square. Spines everywhere: Jealous.
Liz Cochran, Miss Alabama: Just a little something she choreographed herself; an interpretive dance expressing her deep love for Timon and Pumbaa.
Katherine Elizabeth Southard, Miss North Carolina: Gravity-defying.
It’s sorta sad that Raeceen Anuenue Woolford, Miss Hawaii, is getting her pretty dress all dusty, but you’ve gotta love the floral burst in the hair!
Let’s guess what Brooke Catherine Poklemba, Miss Maryland, is singing: Something from Cats? A ditty from Jungle Book? While you’re thinking, here is a joke: Which animal is the worst to play cards with? Answer (highlight with mouse to see): A cheetah.
Becki Ronen, Miss Kansas: “And now for something made popular by 50 Cent.”
“Won’t you play me, le jazz hot, baby…” — Brittany Wiser, Miss Montana. She’s also hoping for a deodorant deal.
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