Miss Represented: Miss Cosmo USA - Zoe McGrady [Episode 77]

<p>From the pageant stage to reality TV, Miss Cosmo USA 2025 Zoe McGrady returns to Miss Represented to share what she’s learned about competition, relationships, self-discovery and knowing your worth. In this candid conversation, Zoe opens up about nearly walking away from pageantry before taking a chance on Miss Cosmo USA, how being first runner-up shaped her perspective on winning and why she believes the value of pageantry goes far beyond the crown. We also dive into her experience on The Bachelor, the realities of dating as a successful woman, setting higher standards in relationships and how social media can complicate modern dating. Zoe reflects on her growth through it all, the responsibility she feels as a titleholder and role model and why authenticity and real-life connections continue to matter most.Host: Lisa Opie<br>Production: The Code Creatives<br>Hair &amp; Makeup: Beauty by LadyCode<br>Wardrobe: PinkApple Dresses<br>National org: Miss Cosmo USA</p>