Who Is Karlie Hay? After Racist Tweets, 6 Things To Know About Miss Teen USA

On Saturday, Karlie Hay was crowned as 2016’s Miss Teen USA. However, the 18-year-old Texas native’s celebration didn’t last too long, because hours after winning the title she found herself under fire on Twitter.

People were upset with her use of the same social media platform, including a few choice tweets that have not been greeted warmly. Below is more information about Hay and the brewing firestorm brought to light after her pageant victory.