Cassie Baloue was crowned Miss District of Colombia USA 2023 at the finale of the state pageant held on Saturday, 15th April 2023 at the historic Lincoln Theatre in Washington, D.C. Cassie bested 28 other contestants to win the title and will now represent her state at Miss USA 2023.
Cassie Balouei s 25 years of age and hails from Walnut Creek, California. She holds a degree in political science from the University of California, Merced. Cassie advocates against blood cancerand currently works as a digital press secretary at the U.S. House of Representatives.
"I'm so excited to be a part of the sisterhood and honored to represent the community I love so much. Thank you again to my family, friends, and supporters for all the love and support you've shown me throughout this journey. This is just the beginning — next stop USA," she quoted on her social media as she won the state crown.
The newly crowned Miss District of Columbia USA 2023’s court included –
1st Runner-up – Kleo Torres
2nd Runner-up – Natalia Salmon
3rd Runner-up – Brelynn Hunt
4th Runner-up – Nicky Kandola
Top 12 also included Alaysia Bookal, Kailyn McBride, Maura Deegan, Ebody Acton, Keandra Forte, Billie Gardner, and Ambreia Williams.
Also at the finale, Asia Chisleywas crowned Miss District of Columbia Teen USA 2023 as she became the official representative of DC at Miss Teen USA 2023. The runners-up were Nicole Sandrik-Arzadi and Jade Ridout respectively.
Congratulations!