Maui’s Savannah Gankiewicz crowned Miss USA after 2023 winner resigns

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Kihei native Savannah Gankiewicz was crowned Miss USA 2023 at a special coronation ceremony this afternoon at the Alohilani Resort Waikiki Beach.

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Savannah Gankiewicz is seen during the final round of the Sony Open in Hawaii golf tournament at Waialae Country Club on Jan. 14.

Kihei native Savannah Gankiewicz was crowned Miss USA 2023 at a special coronation ceremony Wednesday, amid controversy surrounding the Miss USA organization after both the former Miss USA 2023 and former Miss Teen USA 2023 resigned last week.