First runner up - Miss California

This week America watched as 12 women became one when they competed live on television for the ultimate prize – yes, I am talking about the Miss USA pageant of course!

Filled with the usual bikini-clad, ‘world peace wishing’ Barbie girls, this year also brought along with it, an extra element – controversy.

At the all-important questions round, contestant, Miss California was asked what she thought about gay marriage and her answer has caused outrage and evoked debate throughout America.

Carrie Prejean, lost out in the final to Miss North Carolina and many believe it was down to her politically incorrect views, but when asked if she would change her answer given the chance, she replied: “I have no regrets about answering honestly. He asked me for my opinion and I gave it to him. I have nothing against gay people, and I didn’t mean to offend anyone in my answer”.

Click here to watch the moment they have all been talking about.