Tonight, two more women joined the ranks of Miss New York 2012 sisterhood. Contestants took the stage, between performances from some of Brooklyn's finest young talent, to take the titles of Miss Brooklyn and Miss Kings County.
Director Chrissy Joseph invited me to join for the evening and kick off the night with the National Anthem. I watched Chrissy strut her stuff at the Mrs. New York pageant earlier this fall and can testify to the fact that the women who win tonight will be in wonderful hands. Beyond her exceptional skills on the pageant stage she is one of the kindest, most warm individuals I have encountered this year. Her cheerful and humorous disposition is wildly contagious. She had a group of contestants who would make any Brooklynite proud. As I wandered backstage before the show I saw contestants busy chatting and prepping together without a single sign of nerves or fear. It was clear that tonight was all about celebrating oneself and fellow women of accomplishment. What a perfect vibe.
By the end of the night we had the verdict. Please say hello to your Miss Brooklyn 2012, Maria Desantis and Miss Kings County 2012, Jaleesa Peterkins!!!!
Both Maria and Jaleesa were beyond thrilled when I came up to them after, and I cannot wait to see that energy flourish during their year ahead! Go to my 'Local Titlesholders' tab above to find info on how to follow their year and learn more about their work!
Congratulations to both women and to all of the contestants for representing themselves so beautifully throughout the competition! Brooklyn, you should be proud. A special thank you to our outgoing titleholders, Christina Moore and Carmen Mendoza. You are beautiful, bright, and your commitment to your causes brought pride to our entire organization. You will be missed, yet our new women seem highly capable of taking up the mantle for 2012!
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