Miss Colorado Hilary Carol Cruz is Miss Teen USA 2007

On August 24, 2007, Miss Colorado Hilary Carol Cruz was chosen as Miss Teen USA 2007.

Eighteen-year-old Hilary Cruz, beauty queen from Louisville, Colorado, is the first Miss Teen USA from Colorado.

Hilary Cruz, who graduated in 2007 from Centaurus High School will go to University of Northern Colorado and aims to be an entertainment journalist.

Hilary Cruz has also performed in over 15 plays throughout her life, which she cites as the reason for her comfort on stage.

Hilary Cruz will have a shorter tenure as Miss Teen USA. From 2008, the Miss Teen USA pageant will be held with Miss USA. Hilary Cruz, will make appearances on behalf of the Miss Universe Organization along with Miss USA 2007, Rachel Smith and Miss Universe 2007 Riyo Mori.

During her tenure as Miss Teen USA 2007, Hilary Cruz will continue to work with EFAA, Emergency Family Assistance Association, a charity that helps people in financial crisis one day become more self-sufficient.

Hilary Cruz will also address students, girl and boy scout troops about how to make smart decisions, and achieve goals.

Outgoing Miss Teen USA Katie Blair crowned Hilary Cruz as Miss Teen USA 2007.