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  • Miss USA Noelia Voigt resigns due to mental health concerns.
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  • @enticingmay435
    @enticingmay435 Місяць тому +265

    Poor Noelia. She worked so hard for so many years to achieve her dream only for it to be a nightmare. It’s sad how low the Miss USA and Miss Universe organization and brand has gotten.

    • @sapnupuas6200
      @sapnupuas6200 Місяць тому

      thai owners ruin the fun in pageantry, it became a circus because of them

    • @DwightHalpert
      @DwightHalpert Місяць тому +7

      this has always been the case with the new miss universe management. deserving winners lost to less deserving ones. like last yr, Philippines deserved to be in the top 5 instead of Australia, TBH

  • @jmm0902
    @jmm0902 Місяць тому +169

    Imagine if no one actually wanted to resume Noelia's reign? That would be a BIG statement.

    • @ranticishhanovii2083
      @ranticishhanovii2083 Місяць тому +39

      The whole class of 2023 rejected the crown. Including the first runner up

    • @jaynethyson4817
      @jaynethyson4817 Місяць тому +36

      The Teen USA just resigned as well! Hopefully no one will take the crown and MUO will change directors and Noelia and Uma can finish their reigns under a good director.

    • @ChristinaSheahan
      @ChristinaSheahan Місяць тому +10

      @@ranticishhanovii2083where did you get that information from?

    • @tendressenk.9716
      @tendressenk.9716 Місяць тому +3

      @@jaynethyson4817I really hope so

    • @zacnewzealand
      @zacnewzealand Місяць тому +2

      Oh absolutely.

  • @JasmineDreams
    @JasmineDreams Місяць тому +99

    Reminder to Noelia and anyone/everyone else that NDAs cannot legally cover illegal activity. If you believe that an organization that made you sign an NDA has broken the law, you are within your full legal rights to speak out. They cannot sue you for that. Check with a lawyer first and then stand up for yourself ♥️
    (Just a PSA - not sure if this would help Noelia’s situation or not but it’s still good for everyone to know!)

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +8

      Thank you for sharing this 💕

    • @gladitsnotme
      @gladitsnotme Місяць тому

      Pretty sure they can sue you, and you'd have to spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on lawyers to prove their illegal acts.

    • @melis6294
      @melis6294 Місяць тому +3

      Illegal is illegal, no contract signed will make it legal.

  • @Watchkaylasparkle
    @Watchkaylasparkle Місяць тому +99

    Crazy her hidden message says I am silenced

    • @JSharpe427
      @JSharpe427 Місяць тому +3

      I never noticed that until Dani pointed it out!

    • @TheDroppedAnchor
      @TheDroppedAnchor Місяць тому +3

      She proves how clever and classy she is. Impressive.

  • @user-rd8fd9rc8b
    @user-rd8fd9rc8b Місяць тому +109

    "cosplaying as Miss USA" had me cackling. 100% FACTS! Looks like there are crucial similarities between LR and AJ hahaha .... they do enjoy cosplaying, don't they?

  • @jessicachuckran
    @jessicachuckran Місяць тому +204

    Laylah will probably crown herself as Noelia’s successor

    • @pnoi808
      @pnoi808 Місяць тому +14

      No!! Miss Hawaii as 1st runner up to take the crown if she accepts the offer.

    • @AlittleDancerify
      @AlittleDancerify Місяць тому +28

      don’t give her any ideas 😂😂😂

    • @mariopalanog9769
      @mariopalanog9769 Місяць тому +5

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @lttoverlord
      @lttoverlord Місяць тому +2

      😂

    • @mylinhho89
      @mylinhho89 Місяць тому +5

      Not Laylah thinking this is a good idea for herself🤣🤣🤣

  • @stephenmocanu408
    @stephenmocanu408 Місяць тому +31

    Dani - I cannot BELIEVE you ended up in the same HOUSE as Noelia, at the LAST event before she QUITS. All the Stars in the Universe aligned for you- & I salute you -

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +6

      I cannot believe it either.

    • @stephenmocanu408
      @stephenmocanu408 Місяць тому

      @@DaniWalker I think it was God and he is proud of how kind and classy you are

  • @daisymae1327
    @daisymae1327 Місяць тому +24

    Miss USA organization NEEDS to hire you as National Director!!

  • @ceejay8297
    @ceejay8297 Місяць тому +75

    Everything that happened with Miss USA recently truly upsets me. It's so hard to support Miss Universe and Miss USA nowadays with self-centered and narcissistic leadership. Both of these organizations need new people who won't bring this organization into a pile of trash and shame. I'm with Noela. Although she resigned from her title, she remained the most bravest Miss USA.

  • @aalflyguy1184
    @aalflyguy1184 Місяць тому +26

    As a person who has been living with mental health issues for the last 25 years, the resources you offered up and your plea to seek help brought me to tears. Thank you for being such a wonderful advocate for mental health. WE ALL LOVE YOU!

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +3

      🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻so glad you’re here

  • @PetersayPeterdo
    @PetersayPeterdo Місяць тому +50

    Honestly, I feel so bad for Noelia. Imagine having a dream shattered in this way.

  • @eilleebee9407
    @eilleebee9407 Місяць тому +32

    The entire situation is so shocking. Never did i expect that Noelia would resign because its clearly evident that she worked hard for 7 years to acquire the title of Miss USA which she said has been her dream since childhood. Something must have happened for her to give up the title and the Miss USA organization keeps getting worse by the day. I think someone should acquire the license of Miss USA, Teen USA and Universe because Anne JKN is the worst owner that the organizations have ever had ever since this all started. The state national directors should come together to condemn this because the Miss USA has reached the peak of its downfall. Hope Noelia amd UmaSofia are ok.

    • @JSharpe427
      @JSharpe427 Місяць тому +3

      I hope uma and Noelia are ok too.

  • @nico6524
    @nico6524 Місяць тому +35

    Thank you for using your platform to share the truth and have difficult (but important) conversations. You’re a true gem and voice for good in the pageant community, Dani!

  • @TheBrookeJ
    @TheBrookeJ Місяць тому +33

    I’ve known other directors like this and they are very verbally and emotionally abusive and controlling behind the scenes. They’re so nice to other people you wouldn’t know unless you’re in it. Narcissistic abuse takes a real toll on someone. So sad for Noelia and Uma Sofia.

  • @mokuuuokeawe
    @mokuuuokeawe Місяць тому +64

    We need a network to buy miss USA and Paula back as president to run it.

    • @jpanonuevo1411
      @jpanonuevo1411 Місяць тому +10

      I was thinking about this too. But I don't think Paula is in good terms with Ann of MUO. So if she takes over Miss USA, will that affect the USA's future placement?

    • @TheBrookeJ
      @TheBrookeJ Місяць тому +8

      I miss Paula so much.

    • @josephd15
      @josephd15 Місяць тому

      Paula is a fraud. She is the reason why miss USA has fallen apart. Let's recap, Canada 2016, Deshauna, Keira, Sarah, and the worst of all Chestlie and that country bumkin from Mississippi Asia. And let's not forget the years Filipinas had no business making the cut . Paula just made sure she was protected but she will be exposed

    • @enticingmay435
      @enticingmay435 Місяць тому +7

      Paula is not any better. Remember when she tried silencing Miss USA contestants in 2020-23 during the whole rigging and SA scandal?

    • @josephd15
      @josephd15 Місяць тому

      ​@@enticingmay435Well said. Paula is a fraud right along with Lu Sierra and Esther.

  • @robinquinc329
    @robinquinc329 Місяць тому +82

    In 1990, the tv show 48 Hours did an episode on pageantry. They focused on Miss USA. Miss USA 1989, Gretchen Polhemus, spoke about her reign as Miss USA. They asked her if she had it to do all over again would she. She responded with Miss Texas yes, Miss USA no. Carole Gist(1990) sued the pageant before her year ended. Gretchen filed suit with the same attorney. Courtney Gibbs(1988) later filed suit as well. Christy Fichtner (1986) came out and complained about her treatment as Miss USA.
    This is nothing new. When management changed things got better. Miss USA has changed so much over the years as well.
    Miss USA for the longest time was about representing the pageants’ corporate sponsors (who are no longer with the pageant). She was a corporate spokesperson. Miss America was the pageant with the platform, not Miss USA. Miss USA adopted a pageant platform after they had lost all of their sponsors. Sad to say, that those of us who have followed the pageant for years, before most of you were even born, the pageant has lost its luster. The pageant that we see now is not the pageant that we used to see. Sad to say, but it’s only going to get worse.

    • @mysol96
      @mysol96 Місяць тому +5

      I agree. Both MAO and MU lost theirs when they didn’t evolve to sharing the girls stories in a miniseries/reality show, and tried to stay a one and done show annually. Even the NFL has 14 games a week leading up to the Super Bowl! They lost their luster by trying to change the girls instead of letting the world fall in love with them!

    • @PungiFungi
      @PungiFungi Місяць тому +10

      Their situations were a lot different. Miss USA was in demand. There were so many official appearances they had to go to that they felt they were not being adequately and fairly financially compensated. Noelia’s case was almost like a case of neglect and the director felt SHE was the star front and center, not the titleholder.

    • @suitcase6698
      @suitcase6698 Місяць тому +3

      I wanted to compete for a miss USA state pageant for a while, might just do miss supranational instead

    • @robinquinc329
      @robinquinc329 Місяць тому +5

      @@PungiFungi actually it was about being overworked! From 1983/1984 to 1991, Miss Universe Inc had a contract with JCPenney for a licensing deal. They had a Miss USA Collection. Swimwear, dresses and suits. Miss USA spent 100 days of her reign traveling to JCPenney stores across the country. She hit almost every state. Gretchen’s schedule showed 16 towns in 14 days with one day off. That’s where the complaints came in . Carole Gist (1990) said that she only spent 28 days out of her 11 month reign at the Los Angeles apartment shared with Miss Universe. Christy (1986) complained because her reign was only 9 months long, but she still had her 100 days of JCPenney appearances to squeeze in on top of everything else that Miss USA had to do. Back then there was a department to schedule appearances. Later, it came down to contacting Esther who was handling it by herself. The sponsors have now all disappeared leaving her with fill in and patchwork appearances.

    • @robinquinc329
      @robinquinc329 Місяць тому +3

      @@PungiFungi I do agree with you stating that the director wanted to be front and center. Much like Auntie Anne!

  • @jennypepster1462
    @jennypepster1462 Місяць тому +17

    I know lawyers are expensive, but each contestant should have one. Winner contracts should be disclosed and properly reviewed before anyone joins pageants. The ladies should know what they're getting into if crowned!

    • @LunarEleven
      @LunarEleven 22 дні тому

      Amen. If you ever think for a moment "hmm do I need a lawyer," you probably need a lawyer. Even if you can't afford personal representation you should consult a lawyer any time you sign a contract. Traps can be hidden in plain sight between the lines of legalese and contracts are never designed to be in your favor.

  • @tips_and_tricks_for_life100
    @tips_and_tricks_for_life100 Місяць тому +16

    Such an unfortunate, embarrassing situation for the US to be in. I hope that it is resolved soon and that Noellia is still recognized as not only a past Miss USA but the queen in whose reign, REAL change and REAL women's empowerment took place. ❤

  • @Carolesoriginalpieces
    @Carolesoriginalpieces Місяць тому +65

    Dani we don’t trust anybody else but you to bring us the facts that you can without exposing or breaking a confidence. It’s just so frustrating she was treated with such disrespect and bulling. I really thought she would have been the next miss universe. I continue to pray for her and all the title holders and their directors. This whole situation is sad and heartbreaking.

  • @judejohnjohnson8596
    @judejohnjohnson8596 Місяць тому +15

    You are currently the leading pageant connoisseur. Of course we respect your commentary. Your consistency is admirable.

    • @jkvarner
      @jkvarner Місяць тому +4

      I agree. She’s actually the ONLY pageant UA-camr not kissing an orgs ass to be involved. She is nut pushing pageant PR, she an investigative reporter here and I ❤ it. She’s in a field by herself here.

    • @xyzabc9213
      @xyzabc9213 Місяць тому

      No she isn’t. She’s been trashing Laylah since Laylah blocked her. Instead of talking behind Laylah’s back, why not talk directly to Laylah to get the facts. She has her number.

    • @jkvarner
      @jkvarner Місяць тому

      @@xyzabc9213 I think it is pretty common knowledge that Layla is afraid to comment with anyone. We are all still waiting. Dani is pretty public. Nothing is behind anyone’s back. No one is stopping Layla from commenting. You’re mad. Do you know her?😉

    • @xyzabc9213
      @xyzabc9213 Місяць тому

      @@jkvarner aren’t you a reporter? Do your job and investigate and not be one-sided. There are many sides to a story. I don’t know Laylah and I don’t care if she’s the owner or not. Do you know Thom Brodeur?

  • @MAIKAIBOY
    @MAIKAIBOY Місяць тому +18

    Miss USA instagram is deleting comments FYI

  • @sandraakinfolarin4658
    @sandraakinfolarin4658 Місяць тому

    Thank you so much Dani! We love youuuuu 🤗🤗🤗

  • @surfwithshinjan
    @surfwithshinjan Місяць тому +26

    Im very concerned as to what it is that is being silenced in the Miss USA org. Even Noelia has hinted "I AM SILENCED" in her statement. What is the depth of impropriety that is going on? I just hope and pray that both she and Uma Sofia are safe. I hope it is not a Max Sebriechts kind of a situation and im sorry for bringing this up. Im not a conspiracy theorist but the subtle messaging of people being silenced, those cryptic posts makes me very concerned with various kinds of thoughts as to what the full story is

  • @jeffzest8393
    @jeffzest8393 Місяць тому +1

    Was waiting for your input on this!

  • @kenosan_
    @kenosan_ Місяць тому +14

    I like your dress today Dani. Purple and asymmetrical. On another note, sad to see Noelia resign and not able to enjoy her reign. Wish her the best of luck in her future endeavors.

  • @shyguy824
    @shyguy824 Місяць тому

    I was waiting for this, a very reliable person to listen & watch when it comes to pageantry. Thank you so much! Next is about Miss Teen USA resigmation….

  • @benpogi4ever
    @benpogi4ever Місяць тому

    Dani you are such a brave and bold woman to tackle issues such as these! 💗💞❣

  • @mysol96
    @mysol96 Місяць тому +3

    Dani, you are Amazing as always.

  • @EDMYStudios
    @EDMYStudios Місяць тому +1

    I’ve been watching you from the beginning of my pageant journey, I’m titling now!!!

  • @illyanaperez5940
    @illyanaperez5940 Місяць тому +5

    When anything is happening in the pageant world, I run straight to your UA-cam channel! BTW…Your top is GORGEOUS!

  • @66Ronnieboy
    @66Ronnieboy Місяць тому +3

    Thank you so much for sharing this information, and for also sharing your insight with us so often; not just in this topic, but on all things pageantry related. Your take on things happening within the MUO is hard earned, and comes from seeing things up close, and having had enough experience to recognize what is going on. I really respect how supportive you are towards the titleholders and contestants, and how kind you are in your criticisms/recommendations. What a shame that our Miss USA had to experience such nonsense once she finally reached her goals, it’s very sad to see her walk away from something that she worked so hard for. So very discouraging, and I hope she gets the support she needs to get through this to the other side. One last thing Dani…I always leave your posts saying one thing: that there are SO many titleholders out there who never get to the big crown, Miss USA, Miss America or whatever the title, but who prove daily why they deserved their state title, far beyond the sparkle of that crown. You are a real example of the benefits these programs can produce…a strong, articulate woman with opinions, who isn’t fearful to share them. You are appreciated, and a great example of what positivity pageantry can bring to one’s life.

  • @thelostoracle126
    @thelostoracle126 Місяць тому +1

    Thank you so much Dani for shedding light on issues that matter in the pageant world. Your interpretation of things make it so much easier for us pageant fans to follow and very educational as well. Please don’t stop from creating videos like this we support you and we will really for you if needed.

  • @mrtophs
    @mrtophs Місяць тому +30

    I think Laylah didn’t think about the consequences of her actions. The damage has been done, and she has to make her bed and lie in it.

    • @ceejay8297
      @ceejay8297 Місяць тому

      Everything that happened recently will backfire to Layla Rose for sure. I can't wait to see her demise after all of this shit show.

    • @tendressenk.9716
      @tendressenk.9716 Місяць тому

      I realllly hope she is replaced

  • @jhunifiedwithlove9750
    @jhunifiedwithlove9750 Місяць тому +3

    Thanks Ms Dani for this. The hidden message was brilliant. It is heartbreaking but kudos to Neolia and we wish her and you all the best.

  • @justpaintingtheperfectpict7168
    @justpaintingtheperfectpict7168 Місяць тому +3

    Your purple dress is amazing! I love her videos! It shows all aspects of her perspective, beauty pageant side, improvments etc.

  • @fiercebyjustina
    @fiercebyjustina Місяць тому +3

    Thank you Dani for this page. Thank you for being a voice for so many who are still scared to speak up on what is going on in Pageantry. I do believe change is coming. Pageant is a rooted tradition in do many Countrys but especially here in the USA. More conversations need to happened at the local, and State levels because once you get to the National level it becomes so much more political.

  • @JRosa-do9ki
    @JRosa-do9ki Місяць тому +1

    Well said. Your passion for pageantry is admirable. The Miss USA should take note and take action, bravo 👏

  • @jims6056
    @jims6056 Місяць тому +6

    Hugs to Noelia! I hope she is doing ok. I also hope that Cara Mund is doing ok.

  • @georgecarter9544
    @georgecarter9544 Місяць тому +4

    Dani - Thanks for the updates. This is truly heartbreaking. All of your insight and recommendations are spot on. Hopefully, the change Miss USA needs will occur swiftly. Forgive me if I missed it, but has the MUO released a public statement regarding the resignation of Noelia? Definitely a lot to process. Thank you for all that you do.
    Looks like there will be another video coming on the resignation of Miss Teen USA.

  • @jerrygiordano3809
    @jerrygiordano3809 Місяць тому +8

    First, l love your channel. Second, l am a licensed Psychotherapist who works with pageant contestants in Texas. Pageant contestants face amped up anxiety and pressures that most people their age never face and, quite frankly, will never understand. I would love to see a world where Miss America/Miss USA and their teen counterparts do a daily check in with a licensed therapist. It should be part of the "prize package." We have all seen what happens when it's not. My thoughts.

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +4

      I'd love that as well. I love that BetterHelp is offering that to Miss Earth USA titleholders and contestants.

    • @jerrygiordano3809
      @jerrygiordano3809 Місяць тому +1

      Yes! These woman and young girls face enormous pressures while competing and much more after they win. Often, there is no one professionally credentialed to provide mental health services. I applaud you for championing the cause. Maybe Cheslie and Noellia's story would have ended differently had they had a professional in their corner.

  • @the-drama-queen-keeilustre
    @the-drama-queen-keeilustre Місяць тому +3

    OMG! What a shocker!!!!!! Thank you Dani for always supporting our queens!!!! ❤

  • @fernandomolinar2117
    @fernandomolinar2117 Місяць тому +2

    Hi Dani, I have been listening to your channel for years! THANK YOU for everything you do for the pageant industry across the world. Your content is so informative and SPOT-ON on several issues. I am compelled to comment on your last 2 videos as they are EXTREAMLY upsetting ....to the point that something needs be done (vs. merely just talking about it). This behavior is unacceptable and offenders should be held accountable. USA Leadership CAN NOT hide behind NDAs. We need to END THIS NOW. Let me know if I can join you and your supporters on some kind of crusade to END this before the USA pageant this summer. Your voice IS being heard through your channel. There are LOTs of us who want to do something and help. There's got to be something we can do.
    With all Respect,
    Fernand Molinar (from New York City where the Time's Up Movement is still in full force!)

  • @luizpontes6346
    @luizpontes6346 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you Dani for putting this together!

  • @jcarl22
    @jcarl22 Місяць тому +10

    The fact that the Miss USA organization didn’t care about Noelia’s mental health even after they lost a former titleholder to suicide is completely unacceptable. They need to apologize to her right now with no bullshit and no excuses. I highly doubt they will, but If they truly cared about empowering women, they would apologize to Noelia and everyone else that they silenced.

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +1

      I'd love to see a public apology.

  • @elizabethm6127
    @elizabethm6127 Місяць тому +1

    YES MAAM! Thank you Dani for getting this episode out! Thank you for saying things that others can’t or won’t. You are the epitome of pageantry right now. Thank you for standing up for what’s right. I feel so bad for Noelia. You dedicate so much of yourself to pageantry and to have it be simply a nightmare is so sad. Sending so much love to her!

  • @kyyyyyyyyym365
    @kyyyyyyyyym365 Місяць тому +1

    Dani you are the go to for everything pageantry ❤

  • @a_rosette_mamboleo
    @a_rosette_mamboleo Місяць тому +10

    When i competed for Miss World America, we were all given a copy of the contract we would sign if we were to win the title at the beginning of the competition. So that helped us all go through the contract and ask questions or decide to step away if it wasn't something we were up for.
    Also, it seems like there's some jealousy or envy from Laylah, almost as though she wished she were Miss USA. Which is so sad because that has limited the capacity of our title holders and their ability to shine. She really needs to work on her self-esteem, but i think we need new management if things don't change.
    I'm also observing from far as i was making plans to participate next year.

  • @stephenfletcher6801
    @stephenfletcher6801 Місяць тому +6

    Dani….you clearly love and respect your followers. This is why you are our “go to” source for insights and clarity. Thank you so much!

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +1

      This is so kind of you

  • @kellmarie1004
    @kellmarie1004 Місяць тому +18

    Now Miss Teen USA resigned. They are sending a necessary message and I hope people take this seriously

  • @cindyprice9599
    @cindyprice9599 Місяць тому

    Dani, You always look beautiful, but especially today. That gowm is stunning on you -- the style and especially the color. Thank you for being honest and always standing for what is right.

  • @DanielleMullins-rz5hz
    @DanielleMullins-rz5hz Місяць тому +11

    Would love to see pageants do away with the NDAs for their titleholders 👏🏽

  • @edictnavarro6004
    @edictnavarro6004 Місяць тому +2

    I’ve been watching you on the sidelines. I sincerely say that you’re one of the genuine pageant supporters out there. You’ve finally found your niche - in-depth analysis about the pageant world. You can be a leading and fierce voice in this industry. Something it direly needs in its darkest moment. ❤❤❤

  • @jnocon2713
    @jnocon2713 Місяць тому +17

    Do you think that the 2024 Class should boycott the pageant, unless Layla resigns?

  • @traciwood6569
    @traciwood6569 Місяць тому +9

    Miss teen just resigned…. Praying for these ladies, I can’t imagine.

    • @mikmowmil
      @mikmowmil Місяць тому

      Stop wasting prayers. It's mot that serious. 😅😅😅

  • @ryliebrea
    @ryliebrea Місяць тому +3

    I absolutely love everything said here in this video. With UmaSophia resigning as well, will you make another video detailing the issues she may have been facing as well?

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +2

      Yes, new episode coming

  • @jpanonuevo1411
    @jpanonuevo1411 Місяць тому +10

    Dani. I just LOVE your purple outfit!

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому

      Thank you!! It’s a lavish Alice dress I bought resale 💕

  • @KatieLarson-Bradette-yc5cy
    @KatieLarson-Bradette-yc5cy Місяць тому +24

    It’s so sad too see her go, after hearing Laylah isn’t allowed to speak to Uma Sophia I wouldn’t be surprised if she stepped down as well.😢

  • @kariwithey8725
    @kariwithey8725 Місяць тому +39

    Layla probably doesn’t care if anyone takes over as Miss USA, that way she can have the spotlight on her and crown the new titleholder herself. I really feel for Noelia and wish her well, but what a mess (the whole MUO organization).

  • @sergojuniorlegoute8179
    @sergojuniorlegoute8179 Місяць тому +6

    Miss Teen USA UmaSofia has also resigned from her title, but her statement was more directly about the organization

  • @squishybear5728
    @squishybear5728 Місяць тому +17

    Sh*t rolls downhill and I blame the current MU owner. They are toxic and now everything is toxic. Too bad

  • @christianraularroyo2497
    @christianraularroyo2497 Місяць тому

    Dani my girl!!! I adore you and have followed you for years. I only wish I didn't live in Europe so I can watch your lives live so I can comment. You are amazing and you are doing God's work right now.

  • @MadliVilsar
    @MadliVilsar Місяць тому +10

    One thing many do not understand is that she was in Miss USA system for 7 years, its not like the stress and pressure of a titleholder was anything new. For some title holders it just comes by surprise and they just do not feel it, but she was tough tough cookie. She was living for it, she prepped 8 years for it. Its not “noone wants to work anymore” it really had to be bloody horrid she had to go through and not even just absuse but neglect of basics as Miss USA is entitled to. Just the rewards of the winning title were all declined to her. But the saddest part is that most people do not have financial and mental means to fight the beast. In todays society you can be sued by minor mistake in wording and most people just are afraid of the financial burden they cannot bare to fight even random legal affairs. Its not abt going to court even, the suing is made so easy that just many are aware of it. Thats why people rely on you because you know how to speak about eloquently enough to avoid all that.

  • @ElviesTravel
    @ElviesTravel Місяць тому +2

    Gosh. I hope something will change . Hoping for Noella for the best

  • @trinijam4021
    @trinijam4021 Місяць тому +2

    ❤❤❤❤THANK YOU THANK YOU SO MUCH 🙏🏼 😊 LOVE YOU ❤

  • @debbieandmax
    @debbieandmax Місяць тому +6

    My wonderful Dani...You are so well spoken. I have 3 words for you (after watching your excellent video this morning): FOLLOW THE MONEY. In my humble opinion, the only way the organization can be brought to their knees in the final analysis, to make substantial change from the inside out, is to confront the money trail donors , corporate bigwigs or whomever fund the paychecks of those in power who are abusing the system as you so well described. Case in point: An example of this: The protests on campuses wherein UNIVERSITY PRESIDENTS would not do anything to circumvent the heightening hate speech and escalating discord from a few months ago... even as some college presidents were BEING grilled in front of Congress a few months back, these people in power did nothing..said nothing... MADE ALL KINDS OF EXCUSES......that is, until the DONORS pulled out. All of a sudden, WHEN THE MONEY STOPPED funding the university from the major donors... then some university presidents were forced to RESIGN. It happened in a flash. Everything resolved itself. They removed the "cancer" of bad leadership from the very top. New leadership emerged. You are very brave to keep up the good flight.

  • @azjahgreen
    @azjahgreen Місяць тому +5

    One thing I noticed in her photoshoots is that she removed the ring she never takes off of her passed on sister. Her persona definitely appears to be a character she’s been made to play. Looking through her posts, there were so many signs. I pray she heals from this

  • @alycat5719
    @alycat5719 Місяць тому +1

    First of all, thank you so much for your promptness on this topic. Two well thought out and executed videos with difficult subject matter to navigate in no time flat. You go girl. Thank GOD Noelia has you to raise awareness and truly, you're doing a service to all interested in competing in the future. I can't believe how devastating this whole scenario is. I can't imagine how it feels to dedicate your youth/young adulthood to an organization who turns around and betrays you. It seems Miss USA and Miss Universe have both lost their way. Praying for Noelia and Uma. That they get their lives back and can unburden themselves from this mess quickly. Do you think there's any chance Noelia will be able to speak out in the future? Or are these NDAs a lifetime contract. Would love to know your thoughts. Thanks Dani

    • @alycat5719
      @alycat5719 Місяць тому +1

      Additionally, I could be wrong, but I feel like the Kentucky Derby backlash she got from management (aka Laylah Rose) was likely insane. Which possibly was her last straw. Because heaven forbid Noelia take initiative as an empowered woman to represent herself as Miss USA. *extreme eye roll*. She was put in an invisible prison and I'm so glad she escaped.

  • @u4scotlandb
    @u4scotlandb Місяць тому

    Dani your are the BEST!!!!!

  • @bkk53
    @bkk53 Місяць тому

    Thank you for a great episode…mental health is extremely important in ANY corporation specially if they have the resources🫰and you don’t. Also out of curiosity do any of the ladies MUST sign an NDA?

  • @ritchiewong16
    @ritchiewong16 Місяць тому +9

    Hi Dani 👋,
    I personally find it impressive that some people were able to decipher Noelia’s cryptic message in her statement. I have to admit that when I first saw her post, I didn’t notice her hidden message until I saw a couple of IG stories including yours (if I recall correctly).
    Some people may think I sound ridiculous for what I’m about to say next (and honestly, I don’t blame them if they do). But this is just my speculation ONLY.
    I think that given the fact that Noelia’s post came with the hidden message “I AM SILENCED”, that to me suggests that although she made the decision to resign as Miss USA 2023 for the sake of her mental health, it felt as if it happened on the terms of the Miss USA organization rather than that of her own. In other words, it’s possible that the Miss USA organization may have decided to end Noelia’s reign for her instead of actually letting Noelia decide that for herself, which (I think) could’ve been the final straw for her mental health.
    After everything Noelia must’ve went through during her reign, I can only hope that she is doing okay in ALL aspects of her well-being whether or not she is well aware that the vast majority of the pageant community has heard her loud and clear.
    Sending you lots of love!!! ❤️❤️❤️🫶

  • @miltonboise9905
    @miltonboise9905 Місяць тому

    I’m watching this episode with teary eyes. As a father of someone who is going through mental health issues, this hit me to the core. I wish that miss USA will get the necessary help she needs. Sometimes it’s easy said than done. But if anyone is going through some mental health issues, reach out to any one you trust and talk about it. If someone reaches out to you, please listen to what that person says.

  • @phoenixxxflytrap
    @phoenixxxflytrap Місяць тому +3

    Dani! I must know where you got this dress/top!

  • @bobbybrinsonjr5461
    @bobbybrinsonjr5461 Місяць тому

    Just WOW!
    Dani…awesome coverage and very informative advice for the ladies watching.
    One thing for these women (who can finance their reign…must be nice) and who plan to compete anyway despite what’s going on. Isn’t the point of winning is that YOU are awarded certain luxuries and amenities? Why are you paying out of pocket for anything? Unless it’s something personal or something not included, your wallet should not have to open up for anything. That’s crazy!
    Finally, congratulations to Noelia for putting herself FIRST. No one can ever take away that you were Miss USA 2023. Keep your head held high and be proud of yourself and the example you set for so many people (not just pageant contestants) but anyone who may be in an unhealthy, toxic, and combative environment. The best is yet to come.

  • @DriveAustra
    @DriveAustra Місяць тому +4

    You make a great point: Is the Miss USA title worth your mental health? Someone stepping up to take the crown the remaining two months wouldn't erase the toxic situation Noelia and others bravely exposed. Some "career pageant" girl will take the title, believing they're the exception, but the problems will remain. Until there's a change at the top, mental health will be a major concern for future Miss USAs.

  • @chanw5797
    @chanw5797 Місяць тому

    So I watched the video....my heart breaks this situation is gut wrenching...imagine working so hard for your dream and it turns out to be a nightmare...sigh. I would love a video talking about how the MU organisation seems to be stepping it up, Sheyannis' Asia tour, now she's in Europe, she'll be visiting my home country Jamaica in July she is busy busy and I'm loving it, wish it was being covered more in mainstream media bit I am actually quite proud, let's be honest it's the most we've seen travel wise from a Miss Universe in a while. I'm so so proud and all the countries slated to compete in Mexico, 117 I think, hats off to the Miss Universe Organization they are really trying over there. Would love to hear your insights on that.

  • @jpanonuevo1411
    @jpanonuevo1411 Місяць тому +14

    Dani, I may sound a little too out of the box here, but maybe it's time for State Directors to make a stand as well with all the things happening at Miss USA. Maybe they should boycott this year. MUO will take notice, I'm sure.

    • @jkvarner
      @jkvarner Місяць тому

      I know state directors and I couldn’t agree more. I most recently worked with RPM. They actually managed Morgan Romano’s year as Miss USA because there was no national director. They are a class act. They would absolutely return this org to the grandeur of its past. But honestly, who wants to work with Kuhn Anne? MUO feels equally batshit right now.

  • @neilbruce123
    @neilbruce123 Місяць тому

    Sorry to hear about your camera.

  • @brooklynusa670
    @brooklynusa670 Місяць тому +1

    This is the same for any job. I got double Masters degree. I am told to keep quiet & hide especially if cameras are around the job

  • @SummerSayre
    @SummerSayre Місяць тому +3

    This is your best video to date. You just keep getting better!!!! Will you update now that UmaSofia is done as well? 😢

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +5

      New episode coming

    • @SummerSayre
      @SummerSayre Місяць тому

      @@DaniWalker can’t wait! Thank you for using your voice for good!

  • @neilbruce123
    @neilbruce123 Місяць тому +3

    Thanks!

    • @neilbruce123
      @neilbruce123 Місяць тому +1

      Dani you are the best!

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому +1

      You are! Thank you so much for coming to watch every episode 🥹💕

  • @traexielicious
    @traexielicious Місяць тому

    You and Sierra are like the Maia Angelou of Pageantry ! Thank you for heeding our call thank you Miss Dani! Mabuhay po kayo!

  • @queennitra7.22
    @queennitra7.22 Місяць тому +1

    Dani I'm obsessed with your purple dress, you look flawless. So sad that Noella resigned she was so sweet and beautiful one of my favorites USA. I wish her the best on her future endeavors. ❤❤❤

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому

      Thank you! It's Lavish Alice. I wish her the best too!

  • @Rachel_runs
    @Rachel_runs Місяць тому +3

    Man I’ve been out of the pageant game for so many years and this is just heartbreaking to hear about. This LR lady seems like a narcissistic bully. This video was so well done. I hope the 2023 class stands together and lets the organization go without a titleholder for the next two months to send a message and to support Noelia.

  • @arikkamorrell2597
    @arikkamorrell2597 Місяць тому +5

    And Miss Teen USA just resigned! Holy Moly!

  • @jkvarner
    @jkvarner Місяць тому +4

    I pity the woman who decides to accept this crown, and for a few reasons. Good job, Dani! Great work. That purple draped over your shoulder is fire. You look amazing. Keep doing what you’re doing!

  • @dhutch457
    @dhutch457 Місяць тому +6

    It will be interesting to see if they can even get a Miss USA competition off the ground this year. I agree that the Kentucky Derby was a perfect event for Miss USA to attend. Even though it's an American event, it would have also been an ideal venue for Miss Universe to appear but I believe Anne has Sheynnis under lock and key somewhere in Thailand. That in itself is a whole 'nother story. I'll be following this whole thing very carefully. I hate sitting on the sidelines and wish there was some way I could help.

    • @ajsy1090
      @ajsy1090 Місяць тому +2

      Asian Tour was already planned in advance. Sheynnis is in the last leg of her Asian tour in India.

    • @dhutch457
      @dhutch457 Місяць тому +1

      @@ajsy1090 That's good to know. Thank you.

  • @IKONofDC
    @IKONofDC Місяць тому +1

    Thank you for bringing this to our attention. What Noelia has gone through in her reign as Miss USA is a travesty.. Miss USA organization has become a sham this year. Noelia, is a stand up woman. Stay strong.

  • @neilbruce123
    @neilbruce123 Місяць тому

    You deserve all that and more!You two looked beautiful on the red carpet.Talk about predestination!

  • @mathelesenyeho7811
    @mathelesenyeho7811 Місяць тому +1

    Hey Dani. My fav Miss Universe spoke about mental health and the pressures she experienced during her reign.

    • @mahomedmather
      @mahomedmather Місяць тому +1

      Who was this? Which miss universe

    • @mathelesenyeho7811
      @mathelesenyeho7811 Місяць тому

      @@mahomedmather Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach

    • @lbee8158
      @lbee8158 Місяць тому

      @@mathelesenyeho7811 my goodness tapos nayan jusme

  • @danekim4275
    @danekim4275 Місяць тому

    Noelia delivered a valiant job, as 2023 Miss USA, in bringing critical awareness to a leadership problem that appears to be causing turmoil in the operations of the organization.. Noelia is irreplaceable. Noelia’s VOICE & LEADERSHIP in this battle need to be supported and upheld. She joins the group of global leaders whose voice is tackling the world’s many many critical issues, large and small, from environmental to political, from mental health to hunger, and so on. More power to Noelia. Thank you Dani, for being Noelia’s voice as well.

  • @lucasmiranda988
    @lucasmiranda988 Місяць тому +1

    This is so sad, after watching these recent news, I wonder who would want to compete in the pegeant... I wouldn't.

  • @toshizen999
    @toshizen999 Місяць тому +1

    Words of wisdom Dani.
    The most important thing is to be a responsible human being first before becoming a " Miss".
    The crown will be on ur head for only a year but ur actions will last forever.

  • @kagomegrrl21
    @kagomegrrl21 Місяць тому +2

    I hope she is ok… and I hope her mental heath. Is ok. #standstrongNoelia

  • @tiffanymrvica2907
    @tiffanymrvica2907 Місяць тому +1

    @dani We are in the middle of state competitions right now. There are a lot of women who have invested thousands to compete.. everything is all booked and paid for. What advice do you have for these women? I know many of them had hoped things would improve and now we are realizing things are just getting worse.

    • @DaniWalker
      @DaniWalker  Місяць тому

      I understand many are already financially invested. I hope that those who can, put a pause on competing during this time. I fear for the next Miss USA, at the moment.

  • @JustAThought-zu9wt
    @JustAThought-zu9wt Місяць тому +1

    I have to wonder if resigning has more to do with the Kentucky Derby appearance ( unofficial appearance as Miss USA). Just wondering. Hope time heals this situation. Whichever title holder takes the crown to finish the year will have my support. I consider my support empowering my fellow women and her personal decision. Thx for your content.

  • @anthonym3341
    @anthonym3341 Місяць тому

    You need to look into the miss oregon usa drama!! And do a video on. That

  • @crystalevans2123
    @crystalevans2123 Місяць тому

    I read where Savannah Gankiewicz, Miss Hawaii, the first runner up was offered the title.

  • @kathleenboggs93
    @kathleenboggs93 Місяць тому +1

    After reading Cheslie Kryst’s book on Sunday seeing Noelia’s resignation broke my heart even more. I’m glad she’s doing what’s best for her and her mental health and probably even her reputation.

  • @benpogi4ever
    @benpogi4ever Місяць тому

    @daniwalker Dani, as of reading at this time, Miss Teen USA has resigned as well. This is horrible! Something is terribly off-tangent, if not out of control, with the organization!

  • @jenniferl.brandeWTF_Show_Host
    @jenniferl.brandeWTF_Show_Host Місяць тому +1

    I see in this note that the first letter of sentences says I am silenced says VOLUMES. I hope Noelia gets all the help she needs. 🎗️