Mrs. America 2022 is Nicole Zwiercan of Illinois


Mrs. Illinois, Nicole Zwiercan, from Homer Glen, was crowned Mrs. America 2022 on Saturday, August 20 at the West Gate Las Vegas Resort & Casino in Nevada.

Jennifer Ruhnke of Nevada and Yana Jones of Indiana were named the first and second runners-up, respectively, while the representatives of Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Texas completed the Top 6.

Last year's titleholder Jackie Green relinquished her reign at the end of the event.

The new Mrs. America holds a degree in studio fine arts and art history, as well as a degree in science and dental hygiene. She is an impactful titleholder, spokesperson, advocate, and community leader who proudly advocates for community inclusivity and accessibility, especially for disabled individuals.

Nicole has dedicated her life’s work to her passion for inspiring a more kind and inclusive world by working with foundations such as Special Olympics, and the Center for Independence Through Conductive Education.

No stranger to pageantry, she was proclaimed Mrs. USA Universe in 2018 and went on to compete in the Mrs. Universe pageant in the Philippines where she placed first runner-up and received a humanitarian award for her work within her community.

Photos: Mrs. America, Nicole Zwiercan / Instagram

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