On Sunday night, in Las Vegas, a 24 year old Lebanese immigrant beat out 50 other women to take home the title Miss USA 2010!

Rima Fakih moved to the United States in 1993 with her family. She attended a Catholic school in New York before moving with her family to Michigan in 2003.

“We’re very proud as Lebanese Americans and as Lebanese that Rima reached this point despite all the pressures and stereotyping about Arabs and Lebanese. She made it. She fought and reached her goal,” her sister said.

Fakih takes over the role of former winner, Miss USA 2009 Kristen Dalton. She will represent Miss USA in the 2010 Miss Universe pageant to be held this summer. In addition to her win, she receives a one year lease in a NY apartment with living expenses, a salary and various health and beauty services.

Rima wore a beautiful form fitting evening gown, as shown below. This flattering silhouette can certainly be worn from Bridesmaid dresses to a special event gown such as a Prom dress. She looked beautiful!

Congratulations!