Cheslie Kryst — Photos Of The Late Miss USA Winner

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May 2, 2019 10:12PM EDT

See photos of Cheslie Kryst, the Miss USA 2019 winner who died on Jan. 30.

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Cheslie Kryst

Cheslie Kryst — Cheslie Kryst was crowned the winner of Miss USA 2019. She looked absolutely amazing while hitting the stage at the pageant in a white, one-shouldered gown, with a thigh-high leg slit that showed off her incredible figure. But while Cheslie was obviously gorgeous, there was SO much more to her than just that.

Cheslie received her Master’s and Juris Doctor degree from Wake Forest University, and worked as an associate at the Poyner Spruill firm. She also participated in a lot of charity and community work, and was a Division I track and field athlete while in college at the University of South Carolina.

Sadly, Cheslie passed away on Jan. 30 at the age of 30. Keep clicking through the gallery to see more photos of Cheslie, who beat out 50 other women from all 50 states and the District of Columbia to be crowned Miss USA on May 2, 2019.

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Cheslie Kryst At Miss USA 2019

Cheslie Kryst At Miss USA 2019 — Chelsie Kryst, Miss North Carolina USA 2019, competes on stage in her white slinky evening gown with bedazzled shoulders and a plunging slit evening gown at the Miss USA Preliminary Competition. It was at Grand Sierra Resort and Casino’s Grand Theatre.

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Cheslie Kryst During The Swimsuit Competition

Cheslie Kryst During The Swimsuit Competition — Cheslie Kryst hits the stage for the swimsuit competition during Miss USA 2019. She looked incredible in her simple, beige bikini for the event.

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Cheslie Kryst In A Sparkly Dress At Miss USA

Cheslie Kryst In A Sparkly Dress At Miss USA — Cheslie Kryst rocks a sparkling, fringe gown while getting introduced at the 2019 Miss USA pageant on May 2. She posed with her hands on her hips onstage.

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Cheslie Kryst In Her Evening Gown

Cheslie Kryst In Her Evening Gown — Cheslie Kryst strikes a pose while wearing her white evening gown at the 2019 Miss USA pageant. Her dress featured a sexy leg slit and one-shouldered design.

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Cheslie Kryst At HollywoodLife

Cheslie Kryst At HollywoodLife — Cheslie Kryst stops by HollywoodLife for an interview after winning Miss USA. She wore her sash and looked fierce during our photo shoot.

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Cheslie Kryst outside

Cheslie Kryst outside — Cheslie Kryst shows off her athletic side during a hike. She wore a sports bra, leggings and sneakers for the occasion.

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Cheslie Kryst On Preparing For Miss Universe

Cheslie Kryst On Preparing For Miss Universe — “I’m just really focused and want to enjoy the competition as much as I can while still being a good representative for my country,” Cheslie once said. “I’m the host country and I want to make sure that everybody has a good time, genuinely a good time here and takes back a positive piece of USA with them.”

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Cheslie Kryst On Working With Dress For Success

Cheslie Kryst On Working With Dress For Success — “I worked with Dress for Success as an impact ambassador traveled across the country on a nationwide tour,” Cheslie said. “I went to five affiliates, so far. So we’ve been to Kansas city, Missouri, Raleigh, North Carolina, Cincinnati, Ohio, Charlotte, North Carolina & Memphis.”

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Cheslie Kryst On Kim Kardashian’s Work With Criminal Justice Reform

Cheslie Kryst On Kim Kardashian’s Work With Criminal Justice Reform — “That’s not her job to do that, but she has taken it upon herself to put that responsibility on her and on other people so she can raise awareness, so she can help those who haven’t gotten a fair shot and it’s worked out well,” Cheslie explained. “I mean, Alice Johnson is an example of that. She does not have to do that. She could be a successful business woman and just be fine and nobody would fault her for that, but she’s taken it upon herself to do that, and I respect that.”

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Cheslie Kryst Attends The Black Girls Rock 2019 Red Carpet

Cheslie Kryst Attends The Black Girls Rock 2019 Red Carpet — Cheslie Kryst attended the Black Girls Rock event in 2019. The beauty pageant winner was a vision in white as she donned a beautiful beaded gown.

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Cheslie Kryst Attends The Sherri Hill NYFW Spring Show 2020

Cheslie Kryst Attends The Sherri Hill NYFW Spring Show 2020 — Cheslie Kryst turned heads at the Sherri Hill NYFW Spring Show in 2020. The beauty rocked a shimmering black top and magnificent tiger mini skirt for the red carpet.

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Cheslie Kryst Stomps The Floor At Miss Universe 2019

Cheslie Kryst Stomps The Floor At Miss Universe 2019 — Cheslie Kryst flaunted her toned abs at the Miss Universe pageant in 2019. She set temperatures soaring in the unique bikini as she stomped the floor in high heels.

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Cheslie Kryst Attends The National Board Of Review Annual Awards Gala In NYC

Cheslie Kryst Attends The National Board Of Review Annual Awards Gala In NYC — Cheslie Kryst is sophisticated and chic at the National Board of Review Annual Awards in NYC. Her black ruffled gown with a slight slit up one leg was the talk of the town.

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Cheslie Kryst Attends The ICG Publicists Awards Luncheon At Beverly Hilton Hotel

Cheslie Kryst Attends The ICG Publicists Awards Luncheon At Beverly Hilton Hotel — Cheslie Kryst was red hot at the 57th Annual ICG Publicists Awards Luncheon in Beverly Hills on February 7, 2020. The pageant winner stole the spotlight in her pink and red ensemble for the star-studded affair.

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