Overview

• Isabelle St. Cyr, the first transgender contestant in Miss Maine USA, and Jordon Hudson discussed handling intense media scrutiny during a backstage conversation.
• Both contestants faced public backlash leading up to and during the pageant but supported each other in staying positive and focused.
• Jordon Hudson, recognized for her style, placed as second runner-up, while Isabelle St. Cyr advanced to the semifinals of the competition.
• Hudson, known for her relationship with Bill Belichick, addressed critics with a message of resilience, emphasizing that 'hate never wins.'
• The pageant highlighted themes of inclusion and perseverance, with both women using their platforms to advocate for broader representation and positivity.