On the second night of the Miss America preliminaries in Atlantic City, most contestants showcased their talents through music, dance, or singing.
Miss Colorado, Kelley Johnson, made a profound impact with her heartfelt account of caring for an elderly Alzheimer’s patient. While wearing nursing scrubs, she captivated the audience with her touching story.
Kelley graduated as valedictorian with a nursing degree from Grand View University in 2015.
Already working as a registered nurse, she has won the admiration of many, regardless of the competition’s result.
