Top 20 finalists are announced for the 2024 Mister USA competition in Hollywood

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Daryn Alexander
Daryn Alexander. Photo Credit: Jorge Freire and Abel Cruz

The Top 20 finalists have been announced for the 2024 Mister USA competition. #Powerjournalist Markos Papadatos has the recap.

These finalists are Josef O’Brien (Utah), Kendall Jo Switzenberg (Texas), Eric Stanton Betts (Tennessee), Alek Maximus (South Carolina), Colton Kluck (North Dakota), Cormac Murphy (New York), Philip Fusco (New Hampshire), Voy Pearson (Nebraska), Riley Hedstrom (Minnesota), Alan Klingbeil (Mississippi), Mike Antonio (Maryland), Keith Manecke (Iowa), Alex Schimm (Indiana), Armando Olmeda (Illinois), Richard Deere (Georgia), Daryn Alexander (Florida), Isaiah Smith (California), Jack Modrak (Arizona), Art Napiontek (New Mexico), and Drew McVey (Massachusetts).

Richard Deere
Richard Deere. Photo Credit: Christian Eisenbarth.

Mister USA is an American beauty pageant, which is held annually, and the winner goes on to represent the United States in the Mister Universe competition.

Riley Hedstrom
Riley Hedstrom. Photo Credit: Maya McComas

It is a celebration of culture, diversity, beauty, intelligence and empowerment.

Jack Modrak. Photo Credit: Beau Davila.

They believe in the power of young leaders to make a difference in the world. It is not solely about outer beauty; it recognizes the inner beauty and intelligence of their contestants.

Voy Pearson.
Voy Pearson. Photo Credit: Priscilla Miranda.

The 2024 Mister USA finals will take place on August 31 at the Millennium Biltmore Hotel Los Angeles’ Crystal Ballroom in Los Angeles, California.

Isaiah Smith, RN
Isaiah Smith, RN. Photo Credit: Eric Wainwright.

The winner of the “Fan Favorite” vote will be guaranteed spot in the Top 10 in the finals, as well as a cash prize of $10,000 for him and his advocacy, and a front cover spread of a popular magazine.

Philip Fusco
Philip Fusco. Photo Credit: Robert Lang.

To vote for your 2024 Mister USA fan favorite candidate, click here.

Josef O'Brien
Josef O’Brien. Photo Credit: Sara Dechance.

In addition, the winner of Mister USA will receive a $50,000 cash and prize package, and will be the country’s representative in the forthcoming Mister Universe competition in late September.

Alek Maximus
Alek Maximus. Photo Credit: Les Cordovi Photography.

To learn more about Mister USA, follow their Instagram page.

Mike Antonio
Mike Antonio. Photo Credit: Reno Blair.

The Mister Universe Organization (MUO) creates and advances opportunities for inspirational men around the world through its network of relationships across entertainment, fashion and philanthropy.

Alan Klingbeil
Alan Klingbeil. Photo Credit: John Conroy

MUO encourages every man to challenge himself, find his unique voice, and embody the organization’s mission of being distinct and confident.

Kendall Jo performing live
Kendall Jo performing live. Photo Credit: Matt Fitt.

For more information on the Mister Universe Organization (MUO), visit its official homepage.