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Who Won Miss USA 2022

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Cheslie Kryst

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As Charlie Kryst had been three years before, a new Miss USA was crowned on Monday night at the Grand Sierra Resort and Spa in Reno, Nevada.

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In addition, Kryst's legacy was evident during the 2022 competition as condolences for the former beauty queen, who committed suicide in January, flooded in. Thirty was her age.

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During the state costume competition on Sunday night, R'Bonney Gabriel made his debut on the Miss USA stage.

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She was dressed in a custom outfit created by Filipino designer Patrick Isorena.

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A large paisley skirt was linked at the back and had a strapless, crystal-covered leotard with flowers that appeared to be coming out of the bodice.

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The attire included more than 5,000 stones and blue materials to symbolize the state flower of Texas.

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The flowing style was also intended to mimic the way the Texas wind blows the bluebonnet blossoms.

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Gabriel earned a degree in fashion design from the University of North Texas. She currently works as a model and a designer of sustainable apparel.

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