Kaeppeler, 23, won in a two-hour, on-air competition with the final question in which she was asked to discuss the current state of divisive partisan politics in Washington.

She replied that Miss America represents all people and in these difficult economic times, politicians should look to what all of America needs.

“Thank you, thank you so much” was all Kaeppeler could manage to say amid tears as the crown was placed on her by Miss America 2011 Teresa Scanlan of Nebraska and as the other contestants circled around her.

A total of 53 women vied for this year’s title of Miss America.

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Laura Kaeppler posing in the swimsuit contest (R) and waving after being named semi-finalist in the Miss America Pageant 2012:
(Tip: Feel free to click and zoom her up. She won’t bite… unfortunately.)

And here’s one of the final contestants for Miss America 2012: (Zoom them up. They won’t bite, either. I tried.) Spot Laura Kaeppler?

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Express’ year-long sponsorship kicks-off with an exciting week of pageant events until January 14 with the live ABC broadcast of the 2012 Miss America Pageant from the Planet Hollywood Casino Resort in Las Vegas.

Fifty-three young women from across the US, including the District of Columbia, Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico will have the opportunity to showcase their personal fashion sensibilities in a uniquely Express way before and during the 2012 Miss America Pageant.

All of this year’s contestants will be outfitted in Express looks throughout pageant week.

The winner of the 2012 Miss America Pageant will wear Express during scheduled public appearances throughout the year, and is likely to be featured in a future Express advertising campaign.

Eighteen-year-old Scanlan, the youngest Miss America since Bette Cooper in 1937, said:

We are thrilled to work with Express who shares in the same philosophy as Miss America of empowering young women and inspiring them through their spirit, their energy and their incredible fashion collections.

SOURCE Express

Some other Misses you might have missed on CelebrityBrands:

Florida Girl Named Miss Hooters 2011

Chelsea Brooke: The Hottest Girl in America

Miss Indiana Katie Stam Crowned Miss America 2009

The Kardashians Glamour Tan product will be live on JPSelects.com as of Tuesday, September 20, with a special debut price that is 45 percent off of retail for the first 72 hours.

After the first three days, customers will still be able to enjoy a 15 percent discount.

Glamour Tan products are carbon neutral and promote beautiful skin while avoiding harmful UV rays that cause skin cancer, plus purchases help support social causes.

For each one of the Kardashians products sold at JPSelects.com, 25 cents will be contributed to a carbon offset program by Windmill, and an additional 25 cents is donated to philanthropies supported by the Kardashian family, including Cathy’s Kids Foundation, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

Kamie Crawford, Miss Teen USA 2010, crowned her successor at the conclusion of the two-hour live event streamlined live to viewers at missteenusa.com and seventeen.com. The contestants competed in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview.

The 18-year-old beauty from Harlingen has won a year’s worth of hair care products and tools from Farouk Systems; eveningwear wardrobe by Sherri Hill; new custom diamond tiara and jewelry designed by Diamond Nexus Labs.

She also a two-year scholarship (including housing) from the New York Film Academy; a year’s worth of cosmetics from Pursuit of the Crown Cosmetics; year long salary as Miss Teen USA; six-day/five-night vacation for two, including airfare, at Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas; personal services including membership to Gravity Fitness and hair services from John Barrett Salon.

And modeling portfolio by leading fashion photographer Fadil Berisha; consultation with Miss Universe Organization’s Fashion Consultant, Alisha Crutchfield and… on and on.

Miss North Dakota Teen USA, Audra Mari, was the runner-up.

The Miss Universe 2011 pageant is set for September 12 at Sao Paolo, Brazil and will be the event will be broadcasted live on NBC.

The Miss Universe Organization is a Donald J Trump and NBC Universal joint venture.

Source The Miss Universe Organization

Way was picked at the Hooters 15th annual International Swimsuit Pageant held last week at the Fillmore at the Jackie Gleason Theater in Miami Beach, Florida.

The lady was given the honor of being featured in Hooters Magazine, Hooters Calendar, national marketing campaigns and TV commercials — alongside the first prize of $50,000 cash and a load of other prizes.

Hooters always has something special to hoot about, besides chicken breasts, don’t you think? They do have a ‘Way’, huh.

Source Hooters of America

Klum, 38 today (yep – June 1 birthday!), says she’s aware of milk’s nine essential nutrients, including vitamin A, which can help support healthy skin, and protein to help build strong and healthy hair, are a vital part of any healthy diet – and Heidi is proof that healthy is beautiful.

Her new Milk Mustache ad takes you behind the scenes of a red carpet event, highlighting how lowfat milk can be a secret ingredient in your beauty routine.

Klum’s “got milk?” ad copy reads, “See how milk helps you look and feel your best at facebook.com/bodybymilk.”

The ad will appear in the June 20 issue of People magazine.

SOURCE Milk Processor Education Program

Other celebrity Got Milk ads on CelebrityBrands:

Miley Cyrus’ “got milk?” ad

Even Wolverine ‘drinks milk’

Milking it Swiftly [Taylor Swift]

Ana Ivanovic Wants to Know if You “Got Milk?”

Rihanna for Body by Milk

Hayden Panettiere’s “Got Milk.” Do You?

The 19-year-old blonde from Camarillo, California, was voted to the title by fans in a year-long, nationwide poll which attracted thousands of college-aged contestants.

“There were so many gorgeous and captivating contestants this season, it was an especially tough choice for the fans; but I think they definitely made the right decision,” said Girls Gone Wild Founder Joe Francis.

“Kelli is a very impressive young woman. She’s beautiful, adventurous, poised, smart and has a great personality. She embodies the Girls Gone Wild brand.”

“I can’t believe it,” said Kelli. “It was such an amazing experience and I’m so happy that I won. I want to thank all my fans and everyone who voted for me.”

Girls Gone Wild met the 5′ 11″ Kelli when she submitted amateur photos online and then auditioned for Girls Gone Wild Magazine, which wasted no time splashing Kelli on its March/April 2011 cover. It doesn’t surprise me that Kelli became an instant hit.

Kelli will make a series of live radio and TV appearances and tour the country with Girls Gone Wild.

“Every aspect of working with Girls Gone Wild has been fun,” Kelli said. “I’m excited for the opportunity to represent this internationally recognized lifestyle brand.”

SOURCE Wild HDNet

Now, CelebrityBrands also brought you 2010’s Hottest Girl in America – Chelsea Brooke. Okay, you wanna change loyalties now and sign up as Kelli’s fan? Or do you think Chelsea is STILL the hottest girl in America?