Miss Delaware: "I'm comfortable just as I am"

When it comes to her platform, Miss Delaware isn't just talking about a cause, she's living it. Kayla Martell, who will compete in the 2011 Miss America pagaent, is living with alopecia areata. Learn more about her at http://www.alopeciaworld.net/profile/Kayla

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[ruthieworld]

I am so proud of her for the confidence she exudes about her baldness. As a woman bald by choice, hair is over-rated, period. Hair does not make the man or the woman and nobody loves you more because you have long flowing tresses. Just ask any Hollywood beauty. I predict hair will soon become a thing of the past for all the brave women of the world. If you're thinking about it for whatever reason - just do it.

[prettyeyessxoxo]

i was lucky enough to compete in a pageant that she was hosting. She really is a wonderful young woman,with alot of strength. I'm glad she didnt give up on this platform.

[MsLexi121212]

OMG.....she is ABSOLUTELY a beautiful person inside and out. When she took that wig off i could feel the tears starting to fill up in my eyes. She is so comfortable with who she is. God Bless you Kayla.

[txdiamond01]

wow she looks beautiful bald or with a wig. just stunning :)

[EJackCity1]

You will make it, because you are beautiful. I have the same thing like you, and I'm in the army. I've never before seen men amazed at how close I can "shave" Hahahahahaha. By the way. I saw this video on hair growth. If ever you want to look in to it. It is called (alopecia today tonight) I'm thinking of giving it a try. Why not? You never know. Lol ;)

[duvalditty73]

@ruthieworld mine fell out when I was almost 17- tough time- and i started going without wigs within two years. I wear wigs ONLY when the mood strikes lol, or if its real cold. they are fun once i a while but I am so comfortable and confident without hair, People are so cool about it too :)

[brucecap]

Oh very cool. She is an impressive young lady. Kudos!!

[AungUnElric]

the best part is when she takes the wig off

[Slumminbum]

She admitted she wore a wig while representing the Alopecia foundation. Apparently, you can be completely hairless and still be blond.

[ashtojor000]

im a 19 year old boy. i have alopecia universalis. its nice seeing such a comfident woman with the same condition as me. makes me feel a little less alone :)

[AuditClerk]

Wow. What an amazing young lady ... her confidence, attitude of gratitude and caring energy makes her one of the most beautiful women in the world.