Miss North Carolina USA crowned Miss USA 2009

Miss North Carolina USA Kristen Dalton was crowned Miss USA 2009 on Sunday, beating out 50 other beauty queens in the live pageant televised from Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino in Las Vegas. The 22-year-old aspiring motivational speaker and entertainer from Wilmington edged out first runner-up Miss California USA Carrie Prejean, of San Diego, and second runner-up Miss Arizona USA Alicia-Monique Blanco, of Phoenix.

The pageant featured musical performances; Kevin Rudolf performing his chart-topping single “Let It Rock” during the swimsuit competition and The Veronicas performing their hit single “Untouched” during the evening gown competition.

Miss USA 2009 Top 5 Swimsuits Kristen Dalton



Miss USA 2009 Swimsuit Photo Shoot



Miss USA 2009 - Crowning Moment