Victoria Oluwakotanmi Crowned Miss Grand USA 2026

Victoria Oluwakotanmi, a Nigerian-American beauty queen, has been officially crowned Miss Grand USA 2026, taking over the title from Mekayla Li, whose reign was terminated just over a week after her crowning on August 10, 2023. The Miss Grand USA organization announced Oluwakotanmi’s appointment on social media, emphasizing her role as the first runner-up in the pageant.

The organization described her new position as the beginning of a journey filled with purpose and opportunities, as she prepares to represent the United States at the Miss Grand International pageant. The decision to revoke Li’s title was made following allegations involving a hit-and-run incident and a previous marriage, leading to her release from all associated duties.

The organization urged for respectful dialogue regarding the transition and condemned any form of bullying or harassment related to the situation.