Miss USA Pageant 2024: Viewing and Streaming Guide

A new Miss USA will be crowned this weekend at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Miss USA 2023, Savannah Gankiewicz of Hawaii, will pass on her title during the pageant’s finale, where Miss USA 2024 will make her debut walk on the runway. Here’s everything you need to know to watch the Miss USA pageant.

When is the Miss USA pageant?

The Miss USA finals are scheduled for Sunday, August 4. The event has been ongoing for about a week, with preliminary competitions and other activities taking place in Los Angeles. Additionally, the Miss Teen USA pageant concluded earlier this week, with Addie Carver, representing Mississippi, being crowned on Thursday.

What channel is it on?

The Miss USA pageant finals will be broadcast live on The CW, airing from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. CT (8 p.m. to 10 p.m. ET) on Sunday.

Can I stream it online?

Yes, you can stream the pageant live via services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and DirecTV Stream, provided you have a subscription or use a free trial.

Who are the contestants this year?

Fifty-one women are competing for the national title, including Diane Westhoven, Miss Alabama USA 2024. Westhoven, from Vestavia Hills, is a student at Auburn University studying to become a physician assistant.

Has Miss Alabama USA ever won Miss USA?

Yes. Sylvia Hitchcock, crowned Miss Alabama USA in 1967, went on to win Miss USA and Miss Universe later that year. Hitchcock remains the only woman to win Miss USA representing Alabama. Though not originally from Alabama, she was a University of Alabama student during her pageant victories.

What else do I need to know about the pageant?

The Miss USA and Miss Teen USA organizations have faced significant controversy recently. Both 2023 winners, Noelia Voigt (Miss USA) and UmaSofia Srivastava (Miss Teen USA), resigned their titles in May. Savannah Gankiewicz, the first runner-up, assumed the Miss USA title. However, the first runner-up for Miss Teen USA, Stephanie Skinner, declined to take over, leaving the position vacant.

The resignations marked a historic first for Miss USA, casting a shadow over the Miss Universe organization, which owns both Miss USA and Miss Teen USA. Voigt cited mental health concerns for her departure and mentioned a non-disclosure agreement prevented her from detailing her reasons. Srivastava resigned in solidarity, stating her personal values no longer aligned with the organization.

Internal issues within the Miss USA organization were leaked to the media, revealing complaints about a toxic work environment, mismanagement, and bullying. Voigt’s resignation letter cited these issues, and subsequent reports by major outlets highlighted further complaints. The mothers of the former titleholders appeared on “Good Morning America” to voice their concerns about the treatment of their daughters.

Miss USA CEO Laylah Rose released a statement on May 30, defending the organization and denying the allegations. Rose assured that any such behavior would not be tolerated and immediate steps would be taken to protect titleholders and provide necessary resources.