: Althaus placed as the first runner-up in the 2012 state competition. Title Revocation
Weeks after her win, private, self-taken photos surfaced online—reportedly leaked by someone she knew. The images were not illegal (she was 18), but they violated pageant conduct clauses. Within days, the Miss Colorado Teen USA organization stripped her of her crown, citing "inappropriate behavior." Mis Teen Colorado Kristy Althaus
Kristy Althaus’s pursuit of excellence is a testament to the modern teen’s ability to balance academic goals, community service, and personal dreams. By wearing the Colorado sash, she doesn't just represent a title; she represents the potential of every young person in the state to lead with heart and purpose. : Althaus placed as the first runner-up in