: During the subsequent Miss Universe 2008 pageant in Vietnam, Stewart made headlines when she accidentally tripped and fell during the evening gown competition. Showing immense poise, she immediately stood up and encouraged the audience to clap, finishing her walk with a smile.

Crystle Stewart, a 26-year-old entrepreneur and motivational speaker from Texas, won the title on April 11, 2008, in Las Vegas. Her victory was historically significant as it marked the first time in the pageant's history that two consecutive African American women were crowned (following Rachel Smith in 2007).

: Post-pageant, Stewart transitioned into acting—notably in Tyler Perry's For Better or For Worse —and later became the first Black woman to serve as the National Director of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA. Other 2008 Titleholders

If you were looking for winners from other major organizations that year: