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- culture
- June 5, 2018
What the new Miss America will look like
"We are no longer a pageant. We are a competition."
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This is amazing! How awesome and empowering for the women of this country who want to compete. Well done! #byebyebikini
— Melissa Bagliano (@fastandfrenzied) June 5, 2018
As a local titleholder, I’ve never been more proud to be involved in the Miss America Organization. I am no longer going to be judged on the way my body was naturally made. What a positive change. #byebyebikini
— Amanda Lewis (@AmandaLewis323) June 5, 2018
Mund, who reigns throughout 2018, will crown the next winner Miss America 2019.
So what will viewers see when they tune into the next Miss America Competition in September?
Here is what we know so far.
Questions instead of swimsuits
During what was once the swimsuit portion, Miss America contestants will now be participating in a live interactive session with the judges, according to the organization.
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The contestants from all 50 states and the District of Columbia will be asked to demonstrate their passion, intelligence and overall understanding of the job of Miss America.
Social impact instead of sparkly gowns
Miss America contestants will compete wearing evening attire of their choosing that makes them feel confident and expresses their personal style.
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During the evening gown portion of the competition, contestants will also discuss how they will advance their chosen causes, called \"social impact initiatives\" by the Miss America Organization.
Enduring talent
The talent portion of the competition will continue, organizers said.
\"Talent, which has always been a distinguishing element of Miss America, will remain a highlight of the competition,\" the organization said in a statement.
A classic set
The 2019 Miss America Competition will take place in Atlantic City, New Jersey, just as the first Miss America Pageant was nearly a century ago.
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The Miss America Parade will be held on the Atlantic City boardwalk on Sept. 8.
Viewers can watch the 2019 Miss America Competition live on ABC on Sunday, Sept. 9, at 9 p.m. ET.
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