Previously, Miss Virginie Camille Schrier was crowned Miss America in 2019, but carried the title for another year due to the COVID-19 cancellation of the 2020 contest.
This is the third competition since Miss America eliminated the swimsuit portion of the competition; today, the contestants wow the judges with a live talent part, an evening dress part and a series of interviews.
Prior to being crowned Miss America 2022, Emma also spoke on the show about her older brother, who has Down syndrome, and his involvement in the Special Olympics since becoming eligible to be an athlete.
As for the advice she gave to her 12-year-old daughter, the winner said, “Don’t take life so seriously. Just let go. Take advantage of it, because you only live once. It’s the motto of my life: YOLO. ”
Miss America 2021 is now streaming on Peacock.
(E! And Peacock are both part of the NBCUniversal family.)
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