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#2: Miss Alaska, 2022 — Emma Broyles

Emma Broyles made history as Alaska’s very first Miss America when she won the national title in 2022. Born and raised in Anchorage, she is of Korean and Irish descent and stood out for her honesty, authenticity, and advocacy for mental health awareness.

A biomedical sciences student, Broyles openly shared her own experiences with ADHD and dermatillomania, breaking barriers in how pageant contestants discuss personal challenges. Her victory was not only a milestone for Alaska but also a turning point in making Miss America more relatable and modern.