Miss Texas Teen USA, Danielle Doty, Crowned Miss Teen USA 2011 on July 16th

PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas, July 18, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Miss Texas Teen USA, Danielle Doty, was crowned Miss Teen USA 2011 this past Saturday at the beautiful Atlantis, Paradise Island in the Bahamas on July 16, 2011. The 18-year-old winner is from Harlingen, Texas. The MISS TEEN USA® pageant was streamed online to a worldwide audience of over 100,000 viewers at www.missteenusa.com and www.seventeen.com.  

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Las Vegas-based radio and television personality, Chet Buchanan and Miss Teen USA 2005 and newly named sports reporter for "Fox8 News," Allie LaForce, hosted this year’s pageant. Reigning Miss Kentucky USA, Kia Hampton, performed her original song written by R&B artist Ne-Yo, Better Be Ready.

This year’s distinguished panel of judges included: Katherine Schwarzenegger, bestselling author who published her first book in 2010 entitled Rock What You've Got; People’s Choice Awards President, Fred Nelson; celebrity dermatologist Dr. Cheryl Karcher; former head of MTV’s East Coast Talent & Series Development, Vinnie Potestivo; Senior Vice President of Special Events and Entertainment for Kerzner International, Michele Wiltshire; producer of Art Zulu, Lora Flaugh; and entertainment and fashion guru, BJ Coleman.

Throughout the event, the contestants competed in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and interview. Kamie Crawford, Miss Teen USA 2010, crowned her successor at the conclusion of the two-hour live event.  

People's Choice Miss Photogenic Teen USA™ Award: Miss Hawaii Teen USA, Courtney Coleman. This year over 172,000 fans voted online at www.PeoplesChoice.com for the delegate who best connected with her audience through a photograph. Courtney received the People's Choice Miss Photogenic Teen USA™ Award, and will walk the red carpet at the 2012 People's Choice Awards in Los Angeles.

Miss Congeniality Teen USA™ Award: Miss New Jersey Teen USA, Savannah Schechter.  This award reflects the respect and admiration of the delegate's peers, who voted for her as the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational participant.  

The Miss Teen USA 2011 prize package includes: 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; 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; modeling portfolio by leading fashion photographer Fadil Berisha; consultation with Miss Universe Organization's Fashion Consultant, Alisha Crutchfield and access to a personal appearance wardrobe; professional media/public relations representation by Rubenstein Public Relations in New York City; dermatology and skincare services provided by Dr. Cheryl Thellman-Karcher; professional health and nutrition consultation by Tanya Zuckerbrot, MS, RD; dental services by Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S.; casting opportunities and professional representation by the Miss Universe Organization; extensive travel opportunities representing sponsors and charitable partners; access to various New York City events, including movie premieres and screenings, Broadway shows and launch parties.

Tune-in and watch as the next Miss Universe 2011 is crowned live on NBC on Monday, September 12^th from Sao Paulo, Brazil!

About MISS TEEN USA

The Miss Universe Organization, a Donald J. Trump and NBCUniversal joint venture, is a global community empowering role models of beauty, health and leadership for young women of today. As part of the Miss Universe Organization, Miss Teen USA is dedicated to partnering with charities around the world, and to increasing awareness of teen issues. For more information, visit: www.missteenusa.com.

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About Atlantis, Paradise Island resort, The Bahamas

Atlantis, Paradise Island is the flagship resort of Kerzner International, a leading international developer and operator of destination resorts, casinos and luxury hotels.  This unique, ocean-themed destination is located on Paradise Island, The Bahamas, and features a variety of accommodations, all built around a 140-acre waterscape comprised of over 20 million gallons of fresh and saltwater lagoons, pools and habitats.  Home to the largest open-air marine habitat in the world – second only to Mother Nature – there are over 50,000 marine animals in lagoons and displays, including The Dig, a maze of underwater corridors and passageways providing a journey through ancient Atlantis. Atlantis unveiled AQUAVENTURE, a non-stop water experience consisting of thrilling new water slides, a mile-long river ride with high intensity rapids and wave surges, and never-before-seen special effects.  Dolphin Cay was created with the goal of enlightening visitors about the wonders of these remarkable ocean inhabitants.  The Cove Atlantis, a 600-room resort, features oversized rooms with a step down living space, spectacular designs by acclaimed interior architects Jeffrey Beers and David Rockwell, unprecedented services and amenities, private all-adult and family pools, lavish cabanas and breathtaking views of the ocean.  Atlantis is also known as THE culinary destination in The Caribbean with a collection of restaurants from world-renowned chefs including Nobu Matsuhisa, Jean-Georges Vongerichten, Bobby Flay and Angelo Elia.  The resort boasts an impressive collection of luxury boutiques and shops and the largest conference center, meeting and convention facilities in The Caribbean.  For further information about Atlantis, Paradise Island; telephone 954-809-2000, or visit Atlantis.com.  For reservations, call your travel agent or 800-ATLANTIS.

SOURCE The Miss Universe Organization