If you missed my episode "Where in the world is Miss USA?" you may want to check it out first, then come back to this episode. It'll provide more context. Thanks for coming to watch, I appreciate all your support 💕 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/fZN4iJWDkrCRnmw.html
@Zee_10035 ай бұрын
have they become snowflakes, too...just like most woke ppl in America now?
@lenardogorra6135 ай бұрын
Free speech is America is Dead.
@neilbruce1235 ай бұрын
I enjoyed this and it was not an attack on the MISS USA organization at all. When Robonny was Miss USA They sure did not block those saying USA was rigged.I haven't even seen any coverage of Sheynnis Palacios of Nicaragua, MISS UNIVERSE, this year.
@MrHnd19885 ай бұрын
Shame on you Miss USA and whoever manages the social media. Blocking Dani is an act of cowardice and Miss USA should be ashamed. We’re all rooting for you in a heart beat Dani!
@gianpertusi13755 ай бұрын
So we've gone from an organization full of hubris to one of petulance. Extraordinary and extraordinarily sad. You have consistently stood up for, and demonstrated, the qualities the organization claims to represent. Stay your course, Dani. Your voice is important, and continues to strengthen.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
This is so kind, thank you so much!! 🫶🏼
@Bengor5 ай бұрын
As a former Miss USA contestant, the organizations must know that you are coming from a place where you definitely know your shit! Instead of blocking you, they should have opened the communication lines. If they prefer to block any person who criticizes their organization, this is just very detrimental to their progress. You cannot have Yes people around you all the time. You need to hear the other side of the coin as well so that you can make an informed decision in terms of moving the organization forward. Anyway Dani, their loss! It's a sad situation though for everyone.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I really agree with what you're saying about "yes people." It's funny because when I ask others for opinions on my personal projects, I get very thrown off if everyone thinks it's a great idea. Strangely it's a red flag for me when no one has an objection. Then I begin to rethink my process.
@romelofalla99245 ай бұрын
That means, they know what you criticized to them and it seems that their feelings were hurt. They should consider that lesson and change whatever is lacking in their organization. Danny is a straight forward statement, she is a woman with substance. You are just supposed to listen to those vlogger personalities criticized and let you absorb it, Kudos you will change your organization for the better.
@Carolesoriginalpieces5 ай бұрын
Doesn’t make sense to me at all. As far as I know, you are the BIGGEST champion for ALL of Pageantry!!!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much! I'm glad that, that comes across to you. I do believe in the positivity of pageants and wish for all women who participate in them to grow and benefit from their experience.
@JessieCeleste5 ай бұрын
Now that I've watched the full vid, I gotta say, you handled this with exemplary tact. This is how we deal with conflict and friction, ladies!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you very much
@potatobruhcj5 ай бұрын
Honestly, I’m so happy you didn’t accept the fact that they tried to silence you. This is highly disrespectful and disappointing to say the least. I’m proud of you for handling it this well, don’t let them get to you. Can’t wait to continue to support your content in the future 🫶🏻
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
🥹 Thank you so much! I feel like it's so important for potential contestants to have an understanding of what's going on in an organization before they devote their money, time and hearts into it.
@googlyotterr5 ай бұрын
I still don’t know why the Miss USA organization can’t get their s*** together. I know it probably all boils down to money, but you’re the premiere pageant in the country. They’re held to a higher standard and should be called out when they fail to live up to expectations. Great job Dani!!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Totally agree, they're held to a higher standard and people will notice when they fall short.
@tine28355 ай бұрын
I don’t know but the caption got me😂😂😂. They are really stalking you Dani😂
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
You're not wrong lol.
@user-rl8yc2fp9v5 ай бұрын
I Love❤ 4 ever Ms Dani Walker so much.. 🙏 ALAWI fr. PHILIPPINES 🇵🇭
@lawrencejones6225 ай бұрын
Dani, as a former title holder, pagent coach, and KZfaqr your channel is always a positive and constructive place for content. Even the way you presented this news in such a classy, cerebral and insightful way shows that you are the embodiment of what the Miss USA organizations 'supposed' ideals. Bravo to you!! So proud of you for your beautiful spirit of fairness and transparency! ❤❤
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
@elviecabasag57645 ай бұрын
Blocking in social media is a sign of immaturity and insecurity, narrow mindedness, not realizing that criticism is a room for improvement and opportunities to change for the best. You are one of the best Miss USA, too clever and witty❤
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I love your perspective and I completely agree
@justintime4fun5 ай бұрын
In my eyes, you’re the most passionate figure that promote and advocate pageantry. Your opinions and suggestions are on point. Don’t let this stop you from making more videos because you always embodied it gracefully.
@queentaylorlorin5 ай бұрын
In the south, this is what we call "good trouble", and good trouble means the people in charge are threatened by your powerful, eloquent, and positive influence. Stay in good trouble good sis!
@hemantramjagdeo83585 ай бұрын
They’re so unprofessional 😒 U’re an amazing person and I always look forward for your feedback on pageants and the contestants review ❤
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your support, I appreciate that and I'll continue to create recaps 💕
@benpogi4ever5 ай бұрын
And immature for that matter. They are NOT acting like adults! They're like kindergarten children throwing a tantrum! OMG!
@hemantramjagdeo83585 ай бұрын
@@benpogi4everexactly 😅 I think 🤔 they are taking notes from MU owner how to be dramatic
@hemantramjagdeo83585 ай бұрын
@@DaniWalker please do a few videos of miss world , I would love to hear from your point of view. MW currently commenced in India 🇮🇳
@allisonswoboda85405 ай бұрын
The Old Navy clip still has me rolling 🤣 Dani, we love you. Thank you for the content and updates. 🥰
@davidhackett30795 ай бұрын
Why would Miss USA block you on Instagram you are Very professional and very well spoken and have never demeaning words. Love your videos
@JessieCeleste5 ай бұрын
Blocking Dani Walker, who would dare?? I'm ready for you to start your own system 😉
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Let's goooooo! 💓
@CassieDeJarnett5 ай бұрын
Spoken like a true Queen!! You have always been EXTREMELY thoughtful in your critiques!! How unbelievably petty, which aligns with what I’ve been hearing behind the scenes at the new Miss USA …
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
There's so much, as you know, I can't discuss in this episode, that makes me so sad.
@the.pageantgal5 ай бұрын
Speak out Dani 👏🏼 Supporting your transparency and request to hold organizations and leaders to higher standards … you know like authenticity, honesty and integrity 😶
@teresagabriela58065 ай бұрын
Very glad you shared this info. It’s such a shame - it’s like I’ve said previously- it’s as if USA is revering the bad part of MAO “2.0”! Hang in there Dani~ we’re with ya!
@jaybronson69325 ай бұрын
This REALLY opened my eyes to the tone of the new organization. No individual or organization is above critique. To your point, I’ve seen people leave TERRIBLE comments on the Miss USA account repeatedly yet they never block those people. Very disappointed in the USA organization today. So sorry about this Dani.
@PungiFungi5 ай бұрын
Dani has a large following. She has influence. Look as what happened with Miss America, they listened to the criticism. The current people who run Miss USA are threatened by her. If they were smart, they should've have her come onboard. All I know is that the more women run the show, the more, territorial, petty and vindictive the organization have become. This women empowerment is basically BEE ESS.
@JSharpe4273 ай бұрын
@@PungiFungiI agree. They should have Dani on board!
@debbieandmax5 ай бұрын
Dani, as a former "Miss Senior USA" state pageant contestant, former professional spokesmodel for products and services at the Las Vegas Convention Center for many years, along with being a modeling agency public relations director and pageant judge back in the Midwest where I originally came from, I am shocked and dismayed by the way you have been mistreated by the organization to which you devote so much of your time and energy. Every point you discussed in depth in your episode was excellent. Whomever blocked you should be ashamed of themselves! I hope you will continue to stay positive and build your own brand of successful trainings for the next generation, as you are definitely one of a kind! Kudos to you Dani. Keep up the good fight!
@bienparedes57495 ай бұрын
I'm so shocked Dani with what happened. The Miss USA pageant needs to start planning more events for Miss USA, because it looks like Miss Teen USA is doing more things than USA. And what about the MUO Smile Train trip that Miss Universe, Miss USA, and Miss Teen USA do like in 2018 Cat, Sara, and Miss Teen USA went to Brazil and in 2022 R'bonney, Megan, and Miss Teen USA went to Guatemala. Are they not going not going to do that? I'm so stressed with the Miss USA organization is not doing for the queen, but the Miss Universe Organization is doing for Sheynnis.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Good question about the trip. Since they're run by two different orgs, I'm not sure that USA and Teen USA would be invited on that trip with Miss Universe.
@Kevin-xi2zx5 ай бұрын
Dani, I love love love your commentary, your honest and transparent insight, not to mention, Sis, you got style goin' ON! Keep up the good work you're doing because you're not only inspiring women to be the best version of themselves and go after what they want, but you're also inspiring us men too!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!! I love to share thrifted fashion and inspire others to choose a more sustainable option.
@maygrantz44265 ай бұрын
Good morning! Danni first of all thank you for sharing the issue and information. Anyway,keep us update because I love your vlog.
@sarahweaver5 ай бұрын
👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Crystal Stewart did better at least she had the LA apartment. I have been thinking about where is Miss USA , Miss America has been eating the organization up appearance and news wise
@KD-lb1eu5 ай бұрын
hours ago... because i was watching some past USA and TEEN USA pageants... I was actually thinking of u being a great judge/mentor for a future USA pageant since they were getting some former state/national titleholders to judge. they could have just messaged most of u (vloggers) and seek for ur help since it seems that they are not really updating their pages... and they badly need help. nevertheless, I FULLY SUPPORT YOU! we love you... and i can speak in behalf of more than a hundred thousand of ur subscribers! ❤
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I agree with you. I can provide a lot of value to pageant organizations. In fact, in my mind, there's no reason why the Miss USA youtube account shouldn't have more subscribers. My knowledge of this platform could help them grow in a profitable way. Thank you for your continued support of this channel.
@MissDelaware5 ай бұрын
This is leaving a bad taste in my mouth for the USA system 😕
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I feel ya. Being a former titleholder for this org makes me feel so disappointed.
@misstee1015 ай бұрын
Dani dear, as a fan of pageantry, you embodied the inspiration of pageants. Don't let that situation ruin your life. 😊
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you! I definitely won't let it get me down
@mariopalanog97695 ай бұрын
I am watching Dani for a long time. She critisized on a good manner in a very professional way. Always fair and square on all pageant reviews.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
@amandabudill77915 ай бұрын
Here here! Great response! It was professional, well said and purposeful! For someone who has loved pageants since the first one I ever saw (Carol Gist winning Miss USA), it makes me sad to see how this organization has put its members and fans through some pretty interesting low points. Keep up the good fight with integrity, love and transparency Dani!!!!!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@rayj50915 ай бұрын
The Crstal Stewart era was going so well until that Scandal.. she listened to feedback.. I saw some of the feedback given by former Miss USA Shandi taken into consideration and she never blocked her after a critical review.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Love that
@oniranger17555 ай бұрын
I love this quote from you “how you do anything is how you do everything”
@kylerobin67185 ай бұрын
Dani! You love pageantry and always want to help! You’re a beautiful person who means well!! They will come around
@spencermcbride33685 ай бұрын
This is so crazy Dani. Keep up the good work and all the honesty. I have never felt like you have gone out of your way to make any constructive criticism or opinion a personal attack. You always want to see these titleholders bringing their best. Amazing to watch your channel grow. Keep shining girl!
@kennethkidd35505 ай бұрын
So sorry you have to go thru this, I commented on your IG post a couple of months ago, mentioned my Dialysis and you left me a sweet and uplifting comment, it shows how good hearted you are❤
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
💓 I remember! I know how difficult dialysis is. My grandma was on it in her last few months. I hope you're improving.
@bydivadream2 ай бұрын
The last time I watched dedicated pageant content was this MTV show called Pageant Place (the Tara Conner and Katie Blair year) so your channel is so helpful catching me up to speed on what led up to the resignations -- thank you! ❤
@mrsndintl5 ай бұрын
Thank you for speaking out. So many pageant systems misrepresent & mistreat titleholders.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
You are so welcome
@brettiowausa15 ай бұрын
Beautifully said Dani. Your love for pageantry shows and your willingness to help comes through. I would love to see an interview with you and the Miss USA organization leaders. The world is watching the Miss USA organization and wondering IS MISS USA STILL A POWERHOUSE PAGENT COUNTRY? I have watched Miss USA and Miss Universe since 1970 plus added Miss Teen USA in 1983. Being a contestant is hard work but it shows/gives advantages that women can incorporate into their lives to not only be successful for themselves but their families and communities. Keep these posts coming Dani and best of luck in all you do in life.
@claudiokabanata33255 ай бұрын
The same what happened to Tita Lavinia.A pageant KZfaqr in the Philippines. Tita Lavinia was also blocked by Miss Universe Philippines org because of her constructive criticisms.😅
@ian4aloha5 ай бұрын
Dani, I can relate to having people block you without getting your side of the story! It’s unfair to us that our voices aren’t being heard!
@graceswygert37255 ай бұрын
I hate that they blocked you, you are one of the reasons I’m competing this year for Miss AR USA. Your videos are so insightful and I love the question practice videos. 😢 I wonder why they even blocked you, you never said or did anything disrespectful towards the system.
@RachelMarie-uf2bw5 ай бұрын
They blocked me for sharing my opinion about how they were seeking new directors. I used no fowl or aggressive language and just expressed my opinion. As a 15 year volunteer, former state titleholder and former state director, it is devastating to see how this program is conducting themselves. People should be allowed to speak up without being removed. MUO is no longer empowering free speech and is silencing the masses. I am sad to see that they cancelled you too Dani as you have been a huge asset to this program. Criticism can be tough, and it is sad to see that the new leadership will stop at nothing to silence the masses and continue to create division in a fan base that is dwindling.
@hotoliyeptho75445 ай бұрын
Dani we are with youuuu ❤❤❤❤ their loss really love you
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
🫶🏼
@surskitpond5 ай бұрын
Danni you are one of the most well spoken people I've seen in the pageant industry. Props to you for holding your ground!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you for your support
@CarlosRuiz-xy4zs5 ай бұрын
I usually never comment, but honestly wow I have no words. I love your insights, opinions, and hearing your experience. I think at the end of the day as a former contestant and as someone who I believe is very accomplished in this industry, your voice does carry and your opinion is valid. I can’t believe this happened to you, but keep your head up queen never let your crown fall! ❤️
@confirmselection10005 ай бұрын
Thank you for still making videos for us
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
My pleasure!
@MissSuriah5 ай бұрын
Love you Dani, forever supporting you and what you stand for ❤
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much ❤️
@mayav68455 ай бұрын
WE LOVE YOU DANI😊🌻💗🫶🏾✨ You are just super super smart and they are upset about the TRUTH! It’s OK! Keep Shining✨
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
💓
@marlakay5 ай бұрын
Dani the same thing happened to me during Miss Grand! I was supporting Stephanie, leaving supportive comments and within days blocked. I just deleted my IG. Sorry to hear about this.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Oh that's so strange!
@marlakay5 ай бұрын
@@DaniWalker ikr! I felt it was extremely odd.
@rosswalters29935 ай бұрын
The current regime guiding Miss USA is led by insecure mean girls trying to show how tough they are. It’s no wonder so many of their State Directors quit, before being lured back by MUO to be sure a state pageant season actually happened. Such a shame…. Keep doing your thing Dani. You are clearly on the right side of this disaster.
@davincisaddler41275 ай бұрын
I support you my love. Even before finishing this video i just wanna say you did absolutely nothing wrong and your concern following this organization is completely valid. You hit where it hurt and they couldn’t handle it. Chin up gorgeous.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for your support. I really appreciate it
@thohru56375 ай бұрын
What I assume is that the Miss USA org. feels threatened by you for being open and honest enough. Perhaps the org. is scared that you will spilll more beans about their flaws and shortcomings. But you keep going girl. 🎉❤
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
There is soooooo much, I do not share on this channel, for many reasons. But, it's by choice. I don't want to share what's been said to me in confidence and I also don't like a malicious approach to addressing current news/topics.
@anabanana95355 ай бұрын
It makes you think what are they hiding? Great analysis and response, I love your videos and dedication to pageantry
@genemily5 ай бұрын
More power to you. It's not fair, I have been following you since. You are one of the best professional vlogger I've watch. Kudos to you Dani.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@highfashionwins5 ай бұрын
As an ordinary citizen I knew the ENTIRE organization was doomed the second Anne stepped out and started hooting on stage before her speech.. What a shame we're now witnessing the downfall of such an iconic institution.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I hope it recovers :(
@garsua31415 ай бұрын
You’ve always give a constructive and positive criticism, you speak the truth that’s why I love watching your show- your a professional pageant you tuber❤️keep going👏🏼👏🏼
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the encouragement!
@mtkgee63815 ай бұрын
I have never seen a human being so humble and sincere as you Dani, you have always given constructive criticism with love and respect and care. You are amazing
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Awww 🥹 You're so sweet. Thank you so much.
@aimeewhitton2235 ай бұрын
I clicked on this video so fast!! You handled this situation with true class and grace. This is so shocking!!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I appreciate it, thank you
@brihmendiola43475 ай бұрын
It's people like Dani Walker that make pageants worth watching and worth following. There is nobody right now who is more knowledgeable and unbiased than Dani Walker. So Miss USA Org is out of line here. But I reality, the fact that she was blocked means they are doing something bad and they don't want to be exposed, plain and simple.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
@user-wt9gm9iu9k5 ай бұрын
They're the ones loosing with that decision, we stay with our girl Dani ❤😍
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
🫶🏼 I appreciate you
@catherinetupas12575 ай бұрын
If Miss USA org did not want a improvement that's why they are scare to criticism.
@mtkgee63815 ай бұрын
Wow that can tell you how Powerful you are Dani. We love you ❤
@HeatherBrenee5 ай бұрын
Omg, Dani! This outrages me because you do so much to make sure ppl are kind and uplifting in the comments. Your critiques have never come across as personal or malicious, but the blocking seems very much petty and unbecoming of an organization that upholds women and their voices. Keep speaking up! And I hope you’ll still be able to cover the pageants. All love here! I support you ❤❤
@williamlam57505 ай бұрын
if i were the org, i’d be shaking. amazing response, dani! i wish i could speak with even half the confidence and command you have.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. You can. Everything is just practice. Practice makes progress
@user-iz1xq7np6d5 ай бұрын
Let’s all wish Dani a happy birthday tomorrow. 💕💕
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Aww oh my goodness, this is so sweet that you remembered
@daisymae13275 ай бұрын
Excellent presentation. The Miss Universe Organization should embrace you, not block you. They are FOOLS for not embracing you!! Dani, keep on keepin' on!!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much
@sxae5 ай бұрын
i’ve never been so early. love you dani 🥰💖
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
@rilgil36505 ай бұрын
Keep going n your opinion is really important in beauty pageant world coz you know whats going on as a title holder.
@tristanndc5 ай бұрын
The way you handled the whole situation with this🙌🏾💯
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
@user-gx8lv5xr9k5 ай бұрын
Congratulations to you and life goes on and let's focus on more relevant pageant nowadays miss earth and Miss Earth usa
@DedraTufon5 ай бұрын
Wow, this is shocking. Regardless, you are doing INCREDIBLE work. Keep it up!!
@kyyyyyyyyym3655 ай бұрын
Girl, you’ve officially made it if an organization as big as Miss USA is that upset over you giving an opinion then they must be real concerned that enough of us respect your opinion to take it to heart!! go dani go! 😂🎉
@wl77525 ай бұрын
I'm so sorry, Dani 😢 What the MUO is doing is bullying you by blocking you and you're always positive and inspiring. How disrespectful of them to treat you, as one of their former titleholders, like this. Love you and your channel, Dani.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you for coming to watch the channel
@vellbariaofficial4 ай бұрын
Thank you for inspiring me to speak my truth, of which this made me feel better and humbled
@acnixon5 ай бұрын
Miss USA has become oversensitive or paranoid 'coz they know that something isn't going right in their organization. If you didn't even talk about Miss USA how in the universe would we even know that Noella Voight is still relevant otherwise she will just be fading into oblivion. And Noella Voight is an achiever she's no ordinary beauty queen --- damn,she's Miss USA!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
She really is an incredible women. She's multi-talented and multi passionate. She has potential for an incredible legacy if she's permitted to make more appearances.
@NewHope101Foundation5 ай бұрын
Glad you’re talking about this!!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
🫶🏼
@wiccachu5 ай бұрын
You have always been impartial and very careful with your words. i can't imagine the reason behind why they would do something like this. :( i still support you, Dani!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I appreciate all your support
@noelbmagalona5 ай бұрын
This is why I love Dani. You go girl!!! 😘
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@noelbmagalona5 ай бұрын
@@DaniWalker Just do what you need to do Queen, I can feel the genuine love & care for the Queens and for the Organizations like Miss Universe, Miss USA and MIss Teen USA.
@avery_elisabethh5 ай бұрын
I competed in the Miss USA organization and tbh it all felt like a huge money grab. To break it down it was almost a $500 entry fee just to compete along with a $800 ad fee page. And then if you booked with a hair and makeup artist you had to pay the USA state organization $250 or so even tho they weren’t even the ones doing your hair and makeup. To me those prices are outrageous and that’s not even with the cost of purchasing yourself a dress, shoes, swimwear/active wear, spray tans, pageant coaching, ect… On top of those fees. I get those fees are supposed to cover food, rental spaces for the pageant, the charter bus, and the hotel accommodation, but when you have over 50+ girls competing I feel that you’re making more than enough money to cut the cost down a bit. It’s not just the miss USA organization but a lot do the other system but tbh a lot do them seem like they are higher quality if you will and offer better prize packages. Not to mention every girl they pick look the same. Now that is no hate towards any of those girls but there’s no diversity throughout their system. And their whole age limit being raised to me feels like just a bigger money grab since more women will now compete. Now I highly doubt most of the older women will win simply bc it’s not what they look for in their contestants for the overall national pageant. I feel like they care more about the money than they do their actual contestants at this point. I would honestly love if a former miss USA spoke up about their experiences after winning to see if it’s actually worth the hype.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I feel you on the expenses. I tried to budget and still spent $20,000 to prep for Miss USA. But, you'd be surprised how much a venue costs. At the lower end they could be paying 10-40k. Then you need to consider if the venue has it's own lighting and sound equipment. If they do, then sometimes they require you to hire the venue staff, in addition to your own staff. If they don't have that, then you need to rent or purchase your own lighting and sound equipment. If the pageants in a ballroom then you need to pay for risers, staging, curtains, and labor to set it up. If you want to have any stage decorations, you'll need to pay for those. There's the cost of hotel rooms, food, transportation, luggage, for titleholders, staff, judges, and pageant hosts. They also pay printing fees for tickets, program books, sometimes pageant paperwork. Then you can't forget the crowns, sashes, flowers, trophies/plaques, insurance, photography, wifi, videography and extra costs for tech to stream the pageant. You also need to pay a yearly franchise fee for the rights to produce a Miss USA franchised state pageant, then you need to pay for your new titleholders travel to/from Miss USA/Teen USA and you're required to provide her with a gown for nationals. Most pageant directors aren't turning a huge profit, which is why they have jobs outside of being directors.
@sorayagucciluz5 ай бұрын
Very well said Dani 👏👏👏👏
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
💕 Thank you!
@taylorbryant45445 ай бұрын
This really makes me wary to join as a contestant. I have nothing against state pageants and they definitely are not given lots of love. I love Miss wa USA , PNW pageants,and Maureen and the whole team. BUT this worries me. It’s not an organization that represents what it says it represents. I don’t know, this worries me. I was really proud to be working towards this dream and having more confidence and drive than ever before. It would have been my 2nd year, or it could be, again, I’m not sure.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
This is exactly why I create these episodes. If I were a contestant, devoting, time, money and resources, I would want to know about how an organization is operating, how they're treating queens, are they delivering on their promises, and do their actions align with their mission? These things matter, because once you win, you're under contract and you will not be able to speak out for a year. It's not a fun position to be in.
@taylorbryant45445 ай бұрын
@@DaniWalker it’s definitely not and I really hope they make some changes because I would love to be a part of the Miss wa this year. But if not then we may need to keep an eye out and really pay attention. Love you for speaking on everything!
@bubblejam95465 ай бұрын
Omg bestie u ate this one i would be PROUD!
@chanw57975 ай бұрын
This is such a classy response. I'm not going to lie the MUO and Miss USA organizations are kinda worrying me...like Sheyannis wasnt really at New York fashion week at least not like in the Miss Universes in the past. I am hoping this is all just growing pains because these are the most prestigious pageants and you're right, young girls aspire to be a part of Miss Universe because of the opportunities the organization provided for it's titleholders in the past and now it's like mhmmm...it's concerning and you wonder well is it worth the investment?
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Great point, is it worth the investment. I didn’t mention Sheyannis because I was trying to stay on topic but I thought the same thing. She should have been front row
@chanw57975 ай бұрын
@@DaniWalker yes I figured you were trying to stay in topic. I share your sentiments as a pageant fan and a fan of the MUO and Miss USA org I really hope these are all growing pains and this is all sorted out soon...but blocking you is so uncalled for.
@robflebbe5 ай бұрын
Pageants have been a passion of mine since I was very young. Although I went into performance as a career, I haven't really shared this love widely or openly. As a dude, and out of the reverence I feel for the pageant opportunity for women, I prefer to stay firmly and humbly in a state of continual learning. It was actually suggested recently that I take over the pageant back in my home area which unfortunately had to close this past year. It has been a secret dream of mine to be involved in pageantry. I don't know if I will ever make a move to get involved, or have the chance to be involved. However, I am most grateful for your channel. It has become my go to education in the pageant word. You have opened up a world of deeper insight in me as I follow along through various pageants through your eyes. If there are weeds, we must cut them back so they don't compromise healthy new growth. This is true within ourselves as well as the organizations we create. Lead on Dani. And thank you so much.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
"If there are weeds, we must cut them back so they don't compromise healthy new growth." What a great quote! I need to remember that one. Thank you for your support
@dexterechiverri66315 ай бұрын
You’ve never looked more gorgeous. Hair, makeup and what you’re wearing is all working for you! Brava!
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much! I did it as usual. I guess it was just a good hair day.
@Nicholeross5 ай бұрын
Take it as a compliment ❤
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you, I think I'll adopt that perspective
@SusanRomanishin5 ай бұрын
Proud of you 🙌🏻👏🏻
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
@edgarantonioportugalbautis68944 ай бұрын
Well said Dani ♥️♥️♥️✔️💯‼️
@DaniWalker4 ай бұрын
Thank you
@jaringify5 ай бұрын
Honestly Dani's criticism is really subtle in compare to other bloggers who really dont hold anything
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you
@johncortez34285 ай бұрын
It's concerning to see a beauty pageant vlogger blocked for discussing the organization and title holders. While private entities can control their online spaces, it's essential to consider the broader implications on freedom of speech, especially when associated with a title representing the USA. Balancing organizational control and individuals' rights is crucial in fostering open dialogue.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
THIS COMMENT!!!
@kundonasaing89835 ай бұрын
You deserve the best ❤❤❤❤❤❤
@peterrob87715 ай бұрын
Girl I'm so angry for you. So disrespectful of them to block a former titleholder in their system. I hope they resolve this with an apology. Love your videos btw. Don't let them get you down.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Thank you!!
@rocklopster32875 ай бұрын
The Miss U - Universe, USA, Teen USA are just nose diving... I hope they don't crash and burn.... someone needs to pull the throttle up! This is just another bad sign.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
I hope they don't either. I still love Miss USA. I want to see it restored to it's former glory.
@fagatr0nica6725 ай бұрын
It's funny because weren't you just with Layla Rose at Miss Universe 2022 in Louisiana? I wonder if it was because she saw your video criticizing the lack of updates on Noelia's activities, and how we still don't have state pageants scheduled yet. Keep up the good work, Dani! We all just want to see our queens flourish.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
Yes, we worked together there. So it does make the current situation very disappointing. I hope we can all move past this.
@robertloy28555 ай бұрын
Unfortunately, it happens in all Pageant systems. It happened to me and several of my friends in the Miss America system. We were blackballed and so were many people that would have anything to do with us. Because our opinions did not align with the organizations.
@DaniWalker5 ай бұрын
That's so unfortunate :(
@jhunifiedwithlove97505 ай бұрын
I am sorry to hear this. You have been very supportive and all. And you have been very, very respectful and constructive on your criticism and it’s all for the good and betterment of the org and the ladies. Something really is wrong with the Miss USA org. Or is this a form of protest against the Miss U org? But it truly is not right to block one of their own even if it’s doesn’t share the same opinion or so. Anyway, you are looking great everytime 🌹☺️🥂🌈🇵🇭👼❤️
@RONIDC19795 ай бұрын
My issue is ALL THE SUDDEN miss USA started showing the reigning queen at events in gowns etc and they DID NOT do that until your video asking where is Miss USA. Soooo they OBVIOUSLY knew you were right
@neilbruce1235 ай бұрын
I hope that things can work out between you and the new directo.Sometime communication goes a long way.And I don't think you should be the one to reach out but you really are a big voice for a system you spent so many years in.
@lestrada885 ай бұрын
Welcome to the club! I don’t know if you saw my tag on you during MU when the Miss USA handle only kept releasing updates of the competition and posting videos taken by someone in their living room of the TV when Miss USA comes on. No team doing live post with beautiful edits… I think I called them out saying, this is not what your queen deserved and tagged you saying, “they’re doing it again Dani.” I got an instant block. They’re shady AF