Miss USA 2013 will be held this Sunday at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino Las Vegas and will be broadcasted live on NBC 9 PM ET. 51 stunning delegates all over USA arrived on the "Sin City" to compete for the most coveted title all over America. Let's take a look on UBC's Final Hotpicks, created by the Assistant Editor-in-Chief.
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16. Arkansas - Hannah Billingsley
She places at the 16th spot because I think that she will be the FAN VOTE winner. Why? Her fans are really hyping for her! I think that with that observation probably she'll get it. Also, you cannot deny that Hannah is so cute and beautiful! During the evening gown preliminary competition, I was wowed by the way how she carried her gown. The gown itself had a unique design too! Overall, I think with or without the fan vote, Hannah can make it to the top 16!
15. Virginia - Shannon McAnally
Shannon! Whenever I see her, I am tantalized by her stunning eyes with the right styling! When I saw her on the preliminary competition, she had an amazing performance, it was energetic! But... she is short! But I think she can be the "OLIVIA CULPO" of this year. Overall, she has the package! Now, I am placing her on the 15th spot.
14. South Dakota - Jessica Albers
When I first saw her facebook account, (lol) I said to myself: "Geez! Alyssa Campanella hair!" When I saw her pictures during the competition, I disappointed though because she wasn't that much pretty. And when I saw her OFFICIAL PHOTOS in Miss USA, I asked to myself: "Will she place or not?" So the last decision was during the preliminary competition and her performance made me say "YES!" She regained herself during that night! She was stunning at that night! But her age is my problem though because she's 27 but she shows that "IT'S NEVER TOO LATE TO BE A BEAUTY QUEEN!"
13. Florida - Michelle Aguirre
The predictions of some people about her at first is that she will "CLAP." I think she's not because actually she's has a great performance. When I saw some "vine" videos she was everywhere! LOL! Miss Congeniality maybe? Her styling is great! Body is great! MUCH MORE THE FACE! Again, what I can first notice about her is her eyes! She give me a look that says "I'm gonna be the next Miss USA!" But I can sense something that she'll not go far because I think she'll be one of those "MOST BEAUTIFUL" who will not place high.
12. Maryland - Kasey Staniszewski
Kasey! Poor this girl, she doesn't have a good styling/wardrobe. When I see her styles, I kinda remember the 1970's or 1980's hairstyle. But at the very beginning I see her placing! She has a great body! But I think she cannot reach the placement that Nana has been last year. She carries the biggest pressure maybe in this pageant. Overall, Kasey's best asset is her curvacious body!
11. Nevada - Chelsea Caswell
One thing that you can always remember about Chelsea is her EYES! With her eyes, she "SMIZE!" From Jade Kelsall to Chelsea Caswell, I think that still Nevada sent a great contestant! Chelsea is one of the best blondes of this year. For me, I can really see her a standout. Chelsea might place higher but as far as I can evaluate her, semi-finalist. Overall, SMIZE = WORKING FOR ME.
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10. Michigan - Jaclyn Schultz
If height will be the basis of the pageant, Jaclyn will definitely stood out since she's 6 ft. tall! However, I still don't really find Jaclyn a tough contender. She may have done well in the preliminary competition, but she is "up and down." Jaclyn face is stunning! Body is also sexy! I think Jaclyn should give a little more push on Sunday so that she will win the crown. Overall, Jaclyn is still one of the greatest contestant this year who has a lot to offer!
9. Kentucky - Allie Leggett
Any "THE VAMPIRE DIARIES" fan over here? Allie has a resemblance of Claire Holt who plays REBEKAH in TVD! At first, Allie was over the place! She caught almost everybody's eye. Later, she fall off the spotlight. I think that Allie has a gorgeous body but lacks more of the face. Allie is cute and charming. Basing on the preliminary competition, Allie did also an amazing job but I think it lack energy. She's young, I wanted to see a more carefree Allie! If she goes on to the top 16, she better give me that "carefree!" Overall, Allie is a good & young competition.
8. Louisiana - Kristen Girault
At first, I didn't liked Kristen. I think she was plain at first. When those official photos appeared, I was wowed by how she projected on the pictures! Her being "morena" skinned sets her different. During the preliminary competition, she didn't gave me "PLAIN" instead she gave me an energetic vibe on her and also she gave me "Jade Kelsall" vibe. Why? When I saw her evening gown, I really told myself: "A resemblance of Jade Kelsall's gown!" I think she'll follow the footsteps of Jade Kelsall. Overall, Kristen is special to me and she can surprise everybody!
7. Massachusetts - Sarah Kidd
One word to describe Sarah, "HARDWORKING!" She is very consistent from the first day up until now! She never fails me! Among the girls, I think she is one of those who are prepared and styled well. Sarah's performance in the preliminary competition was amazing! I still cannot forget how she rocked that stage with a ponytail which made her look fantastic! Overall, Sarah may dismay the front runners and might snatch the crown!
If height will be the basis of the pageant, Jaclyn will definitely stood out since she's 6 ft. tall! However, I still don't really find Jaclyn a tough contender. She may have done well in the preliminary competition, but she is "up and down." Jaclyn face is stunning! Body is also sexy! I think Jaclyn should give a little more push on Sunday so that she will win the crown. Overall, Jaclyn is still one of the greatest contestant this year who has a lot to offer!
9. Kentucky - Allie Leggett
Any "THE VAMPIRE DIARIES" fan over here? Allie has a resemblance of Claire Holt who plays REBEKAH in TVD! At first, Allie was over the place! She caught almost everybody's eye. Later, she fall off the spotlight. I think that Allie has a gorgeous body but lacks more of the face. Allie is cute and charming. Basing on the preliminary competition, Allie did also an amazing job but I think it lack energy. She's young, I wanted to see a more carefree Allie! If she goes on to the top 16, she better give me that "carefree!" Overall, Allie is a good & young competition.
8. Louisiana - Kristen Girault
At first, I didn't liked Kristen. I think she was plain at first. When those official photos appeared, I was wowed by how she projected on the pictures! Her being "morena" skinned sets her different. During the preliminary competition, she didn't gave me "PLAIN" instead she gave me an energetic vibe on her and also she gave me "Jade Kelsall" vibe. Why? When I saw her evening gown, I really told myself: "A resemblance of Jade Kelsall's gown!" I think she'll follow the footsteps of Jade Kelsall. Overall, Kristen is special to me and she can surprise everybody!
7. Massachusetts - Sarah Kidd
One word to describe Sarah, "HARDWORKING!" She is very consistent from the first day up until now! She never fails me! Among the girls, I think she is one of those who are prepared and styled well. Sarah's performance in the preliminary competition was amazing! I still cannot forget how she rocked that stage with a ponytail which made her look fantastic! Overall, Sarah may dismay the front runners and might snatch the crown!
6. Oklahoma - Makenzie Muse
If there was a girl whom I am most nervous for, it would definitely be Makenzie! She's giving me the "Natalie Pack" fate which I don't want to happen. Makenzie is one of the best blondes of this year! Makenzie smashed her competitors one-by-one! When I saw her during the preliminary competition, I said to myself: "Makenzie definitely blown me away! Makenzie gives me a positive vibe whenever I see her. Overall, Makenzie is the girl who is confident and gorgeous!
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4th Runner Up: Minnesota - Danielle Hooper
Danielle was the girl that I felt who would easily catch the attention of the people. Danielle was consistent from the first day up until now. Her being youthful gives me a positive vibe of her. I placed her as my 4th Runner-Up because she did well during the preliminary competition but it wasn't enough for her to place higher than this. I know that Danielle will still surprise everybody. Overall, Danielle is young and still be watch out for.
3rd Runner Up: West Virginia - Chelsea Welch
First few days, I went straight to Chelsea. I saw something in her that can be a top 5 material. Her smile maybe needs control but there's a spark that makes me wanna say that Chelsea could be the Miss USA! Her performance during the preliminary competition was smooth and stellar! She gave me a "WOW" impact especially on her evening gown, that was the time that I said to myself: "Top 5!" Overall, Chelsea is the tall girl who is a Miss USA material. She needs a little more push then she can be Miss USA.
2nd Runner Up: Alabama - Mary Margaret McCord
Katherine Webb to Mary-Margaret McCord, I should say Alabama also sent a good contestant this year! Being "FIRST" of everything, she really needs to set the bars way high and she did! Mary-Margaret is so consistent of her performance! She went to the competition well prepared! Great styling and she packed great dresses too! During the preliminary competition, she gave an outstanding job as being the person who would set the bars high! Mary-Margaret was elegant on her gown. Definitely one of the bets for the crown. Overall, more energy and she'll be Miss USA.
1st Runner Up: North Carolina - Ashley Love Mills
I know everyone went wild when she said in her "Road to the Crown" video that she has Filipino roots. After that, I went on to my feelings that Ashley will give something that the Filipinos and everybody wants! During the preliminary competition, she was the girl who I was excited for and she had gone way beyond my expectations. Why? When I saw her in that evening gown, she looked elegant and her performance was smooth! The ways she carried her gown, it didn't gave me boring she gave me Miss USA 2013 vibe. Much more on the swimsuit round, she had a HIGH energy! Overall, HIGH ENERGY and ELEGANCE she would be Miss USA.
MISS USA 2013: UTAH - MARISSA POWELL
Marissa was the MISS USA material that I felt I was looking for. She never failed to amaze me. Although some people say that she's scary but hey! it's beauty! Marissa proved to me during the preliminary competition that she was in it to win it! With that simple white gown, she carried it with confidence and elegance. She was styled great during that evening! Marissa is my Miss USA because of her simplicity which gives a big appeal. Overall, with simplicity and her smile, MISS USA!
