Miss USA Cheslie Kryst, a Charlotte attorney and the reigning Miss North Carolina USA, was celebrated by her family and friends at a private event at the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture. Cheslie also volunteers as a member of the Gantt Center's Millennial Advisory Board.

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Miss Universe Cheslie Tryst, a Charlotte attorney and the reigning Miss North Carolina USA, was celebrated by her family and friends at a private event at the Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture.

“Cheslie has set a new standard for the women that compete in pageants moving forward,” said Paula Miles and Ryan Miles, co-directors of Miss North Carolina USA, in a release following Cheslie’s win. “Her success, prior to winning the title will allow her to do things that no other Miss USA has done before her.”

Cheslie has been described as being bright, articulate, ambitious, and capable.

She grew up in Fort Mill, S.C. and earned a bachelor’s degree at the University of South Carolina. Her law degree is from Wake Forest University. She also has a fashion blog, White Collar Glam.

Chenille is also a Dress for Success National Impact Ambassador and will speak at Dress for Success Charlotte’s Ultimate Power Lunch on September 24 from 11:30 am – 1:15 pm at The Fillmore Charlotte. Tickets: charlotte.dressforsuccess.org.

Here’s video of Cheslie being crowned Miss USA:

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