Teresa Scanlan may be paving the way for a new breed of Miss America contestants. Hailing from the small town of Gering, the Nebraskan 17-year old has the distinction of being the pageants youngest ever winner.
While other contestants chose to sing or dance, the young lass opted to render her own version of “White Water Chopsticks” on the piano. She also impressed judges by sporting a sleek black bikini during the swimwear portion of the competition.
Besting 52 other beauties, Scanlan takes home not only the crown but also a number of gifts including a scholarship worth $50,000. She plans to attend Patrick Henry College come fall.