Miss Delaware crown passed to former Miss Delaware's Outstanding Teen

Hannah Edelman, Delaware News Journal
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After an evening of dancing, heartfelt speeches and intense competition, the Miss Delaware crown was passed to former Miss Delaware's Outstanding Teen Grace Otley on Friday night.

The 22-year-old University of Delaware alumna is a public information officer and social media manager for Delaware's Office of Women's Advancement and Advocacy, according to her LinkedIn profile. She is also a singer and electric violinist.

Grace Otley was crowned Miss Delaware Sunday night. She formerly held the title of Miss Delaware's Outstanding Teen.
Grace Otley was crowned Miss Delaware Sunday night. She formerly held the title of Miss Delaware's Outstanding Teen.

Sophie Phillips, last year's Miss Delaware winner, wrote on Instagram that "the work that (Otley) already do(es) for this state is exceptional."

"I cannot wait to see what you accomplish as Miss Delaware 2022," Phillips wrote to Otley. "You are beautiful inside and out and we are beyond excited to welcome you into this sisterhood."

Otley, who topped 10 other contestants for her title, will go on to represent Delaware in the Miss America competition next year.

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