In a surprising turn of events, both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA have been left without titleholders, as Noelia Voigt and UmaSofia Srivastava both announced their resignations this week. This marks the first time in the pageant's 72-year history that it does not have any reigning queens.

UmaSofia Srivastava, Miss Teen USA, took to Instagram on Wednesday to share her decision to resign, citing a misalignment of personal values with the organization's direction. Srivastava expressed her intention to focus on her education and advocacy for acceptance. She thanked her supporters and emphasized the importance of being appreciated for one's true self.

Noelia Voigt, Miss USA, shocked the pageant community on Monday with her resignation, emphasizing the importance of making decisions that prioritize mental health. Voigt expressed optimism for the future and hoped to inspire others to do the same. The Miss USA organization responded to Voigt's departure, acknowledging her need for self-prioritization.

The Miss USA organization is currently reviewing plans for the transition of responsibilities, but no successor has been named for either title as of yet. This comes as Claudia Michelle, the social-media director for the organization, also resigned, citing the treatment of both titleholders as one of the reasons behind her decision.

Both Srivastava and Voigt made history during their pageant careers. Srivastava became the first Mexican-Indian contestant to win Miss New Jersey Teen USA, while Voigt became the first Venezuelan-American woman to claim the Miss USA crown.

These resignations follow a previous scandal in 2022 when Miss USA contestants alleged that the pageant was rigged in favor of Miss Texas R'Bonney Gabriel, who went on to win Miss Universe in January 2023. Additionally, Max Sebrechts, the former vice president of Miss USA, stepped down amid allegations of sexual harassment during the 2021 pageant, which he denied.

The Miss USA organization has witnessed significant changes in its leadership, with Crystle Stewart stepping down as president in August 2023 and being replaced by Laylah Rose. Representatives for the Miss Universe organization, as well as Srivastava and Voigt, have not yet responded to requests for comment.

The absence of both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA titleholders raises questions about the future of these prestigious pageants and the steps the organization will take to fill these vacancies. As the pageant community awaits further developments, the focus remains on supporting the mental health and well-being of the titleholders involved.

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