[Photos]Miss America 2009: Katie Stam

Katie Stam, a 22 year old communications major student at the University of Indianapolis is the new Miss America.

Miss Indiana was crown to represent America this year. The 88th annual beauty competition took place at the Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. Mario Lopez was the host of the show.

This year the 4 top finalists were voted by viewers. Katie Stam was crowned by former Miss America, Kristen Hanglung. She also won a $50,000 scholarship and for the next year she’s going to travel across America to promote different cultural activities.

Congratulations!

miss america pageant 250109

miss america pageant 250109

miss america pageant 250109

miss america pageant 250109

Photos via Judy Eddy / WENN.com


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