The first trans woman to be crowned Miss Maryland USA has applauded the trolls who have been criticizing her victory.
Bailey Anne Kennedy received the coveted title last week and also became the first wife of an Asian-American military officer to represent the state.
Despite her historic victory, Kennedy has been the target of disapproval and hate online due to her sexuality.
But the newly crowned winner didn’t let the comments get to her and instead issued a statement in hopes of inspiring other LGBTQ+ people and clarifying her future plans.
Bailey Anne Kennedy received the coveted title earlier this week and also became the first wife of an Asian American military officer to represent the state.
in a long instagram In one post, Kennedy wrote, “Not everyone has to agree with the spaces you occupy, and that doesn’t mean you’re not worthy of these opportunities.” The work I will do for the rest of my life is to make sure that children who feel the way I do never have to worry about the consequences of being who they are by simply being myself and being a positive contribution to society.
‘For a long time, I never had the need to tell anyone. Not because it’s a secret but because it’s nobody’s business. Those I care about, don’t care. Those who care about knowing those private and personal details do not matter.
“I can’t wait to begin my reign and get back to the USO office and start serving lunches and personally thanking our active duty members like I originally planned to do yesterday because that’s what really matters to me.”
Despite her historic victory, Kennedy has been the target of disapproval and hate online due to her sexuality.
Kennedy, who married her military husband less than a year ago, is set to compete for Miss United States in August in Los Angeles.
In an interview, Kennedy also noted that the entire victory felt like “a whirlwind” and that she felt supported by the “sisterhood” of women competing against her.
‘(It was a) whirlwind because I knew he was bigger than me. He knew it was going to mean a lot to all the LGBTQ kids who might feel like they don’t belong in a box, like I did growing up.
“I felt confident in myself at 31 years old, which is beyond the age limit, which is 28 years old; as you know, the Miss Universe Organization has lifted the restriction now, so that all women of all ages can compete.” , said. DC News Now.
Kennedy, who married her military husband less than a year ago, is set to compete for Miss United States in August in Los Angeles.
