Miss New York Kira Kazantsev‘s talent portion during the 2015 Miss America pageant last night sure had everyone talking!
The 22-year-old winner of Miss America performed a rendition of Pharrell Williams‘ song “Happy” mixing in the “Cups” routine made famous by Anna Kendrick in Pitch Perfect.
“The reason why I chose to do that talent is I wanted every single little girl in America to be able to see that you can do that talent – you can do whatever talent you want on national television – even with a red cup – and still be Miss America and have the time of your life,” Kira told ABC News. “I literally in that minute and 30 seconds had the most fun I’ve ever had, and that’s because I stayed true to myself and I did what I wanted to do for my talent, no matter what everybody else told me, and it paid off. I’m very happy about it.”
Anna has even commented on the performance. See her tweet below!
So I guess @Pharrell and I can't stop collaborating. #MissAmerica #WhatIsHappening?? pic.twitter.com/AhsTA62PJJ
— Anna Kendrick (@AnnaKendrick47) September 15, 2014
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