In a groundbreaking achievement, Talia Peiris, a talented and passionate Sri Lankan-American teenager, has been crowned Miss California Teen USA 2023.
The young beauty queen, with her remarkable poise and dedication, has become the first-ever Sri Lankan-American to claim the prestigious title.
“Today I met new Miss California Teen Talia Peiris, the first Sri Lankan-American to wear the crown! Talia is using her platform to build ties between the US & SL in the arts and well beyond. She inspired young people at our American Center, and I will be rooting for her to win Miss Teen America this fall.” US Ambassador for Sri Lanka Julie Chang tweeted. (NewsWire)