A plus-sized winner of a Miss Alabama beauty contest, Sara Millikеn, has responded to online trolls who labeled her an “unhealthy embarrassment.” The 23-year-old was thrilled when she won the top prize in the National American Miss pageant, but her joy was short-lived as she faced a barrage of negative comments about her appearance.
“Even something that you type over a screen can have a lasting impression on people,” Millikеn told WKRG. “Even though I’m not at that point, it can lead people to do some very dark things to themselves.”
Millikеn’s response to the criticism highlights the impact of cyberbullying and the importance of kindness. Despite the negative comments, she remains determined to not let the harsh words hold her back as she prepares for the national final in Florida over Thanksgiving.
Among the cruel remarks, Blaine Tom Mieroughts wrote, “I thought it was a beauty pageant,” while Randy Hicks added, “Is that actually considered attractive in Alabama?” John Mason made a hurtful reference to the fast-food chain, saying, “This should have been (M)iss Jack in the Box winner.”
However, Millikеn also received support from many individuals. Tracie Stephens-Brooks praised her, saying, “To know is to love her. This young lady has a heart of gold and will give anyone in need a helping hand. A beautiful obese diva with style, sass, and a lot of class.” Samantha Thrash Duff expressed her pride, stating, “So proud of her! We watched her all weekend and prayed hard that she would come home with that title! She is an amazing, sweet young woman and is going to do great things!” David Junior added, “Great to finally not see some 100lb, blonde hair blue eyes who wants world peace win! Congrats to Alabama and this Queen!”
Millikеn’s victory was her third attempt at the contest, which aims to foster “positive self-image by enhancing natural beauty within.” She competed over Memorial Day Weekend, participating in interviews, volunteer work, and presentations. The pageant scores contestants based on “personality, confidence, and communication,” according to organizers.
The website for the contest states, “Braces, glasses, skin problems, varying heights, weights, and appearances are all a part of creating the special and unique individual that you are and that we want to celebrate.”
Although sh.ocked by the initial negative response, Millikеn has since received an outpouring of support from around the world, gaining 2,500 followers on Instagram and Facebook overnight.
She remains focused on spreading positivity. “I’ll be honest, it got to me for about five minutes,” she admitted. “Their words can hurt, even if it is online. I’ve always wanted to spread positivity, and this kind of put me in a position to do exactly that.”
Supporters have offered her everything from dresses to beauty products to help her in the next round of the competition. Millikеn emphasized the importance of kindness and noted that not everyone can easily shake off cyberbullying.
“No matter what your body looks likе, no matter where you come from, you can do anything you set your mind to,” Millikеn said following her victory. “I met so many amazing and accomplished women. That was definitely the best part.”
Hundreds of supporters have since flooded her inbox with offers of support, reinforcing the importance of community and positivity in the face of online negativity.
Miley Cyrus Causes a Stir by “Leaving Nothing to the Imagination” as She Wears an Extremely Revealing Dress
During the 2024 Grammys, Miley Cyrus rocked a bold and daring look with confidence, showing off her body. Some people loved it for being unique, but others thought it was too revealing. Her hairstyle also received a lot of attention, both positive and negative.
The 31-year-old singer showcased her bold fashion sense, wearing a stunning gold gown that accentuated her figure. Her hairstyle was quite unique too, with a lot of volume.
Her outfit seemed to take inspiration from Madonna’s iconic cone bra, featuring a custom naked ensemble by Maison Margiela made out of gold safety pins. The mesh gown was covering only her breasts and forming a metallic panty around her waist.
It seems like Cyrus took some cues from another famous icon for her hairstyle, as she sported a sky-high hairdo reminiscent of her godmother, Dolly Parton. Sticking to the golden theme, she completed her look with gold Tabi heels, keeping her outfit sleek and minimalist by skipping any additional accessories.
While numerous admirers commended her overall look, describing her as “pretty” and expressing enthusiasm to see her donning this style again, some people immediately voiced their disapproval. One commenter remarked, ’’She’s leaving nothing to the imagination and that hairstyle is way too elegant for safety pins.’’
Miley’s hairstyle sparked conversation online, with some likening it to Kurt Russell’s look from the 80s. One commenter even joked, ’’Kurt definitely wore it better.’’ Some also drew comparisons to the iconic Jane Fonda. It’s quite uncommon to spot such a hairstyle on the red carpet in 2024, given that current hair trends lean towards simplicity.
We admire Miley Cyrus’s glowing appearance and wish her all the best in her professional and personal endeavors. Since 2021, Miley has been open about her relationship with drummer Maxx Morando. Let’s dive into the intriguing story of how this couple first crossed paths.
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