Kristen Dalton, a senior at East Carolina University, took the crown at the Miss USA pageant last night. From the Charlotte Observer story,

The top 15 contestants worked the stage in white string bikinis designed by pop star Jessica Simpson’s swimwear line. Rocker Kevin Rudolf performed his song “Let it Rock,” followed by The Veronicas, who performed their single “Untouched” as the top 10 beauties showed off their choice of glittering evening gowns.

Photos of the new Miss USA can be found on the official Miss Universe website.