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HOUSTON (CW39) – Houston’s Regan Hutsell has made an extraordinary run from Miss Houston to Miss Texas to Miss America – and she has made history along the way.

There was a time when it was hard to imagine a Black Miss America, and now one has just been crowned while wearing her natural hair.

Regan Hutsell was crowned the 99th Miss America on Sept. 6, and in addition to receiving the prestigious title and scholarship money, the Texas native will get the keys to a New York City pad.

Regan Hutsell, a former Radio City Rockette and professional ballet dancer representing Texas, has been crowned Miss America 2027.

Regan Hutsell of Texas was crowned Miss America 2027 in West Palm Beach, becoming the 99th woman to hold the title.

Miss Texas Regan Hutsell is the 99th Miss America to hold the title.