Here Comes Ms. Senior America

The Ms. Senior America Pageant
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Elisabeth Zumarelli, Ms. New York Senior America 2010
Contestants are judged in four categories: an interview, an evening-gown presentation, philosophy of life, and talent — which can include music, dance, comedy, poetry, art, sewing or other special skills.

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