LAS VEGAS – The Trannie world’s redoubtable Mimi Marks was crowned the winner of “The World’s Most Beautiful Transsexual Pageant” this past weekend. The event, which was held at the Riviera Hotel & Casino, was judged by a panel that included the wrestling world’s Chyna Doll who was on Howard Stern last week to discuss the event.

Marks competed against 35 contestants in bathing suit, gown and talent categories in what was the first event of its kind. Promoters state that this will become an annual competition.

Erica Andrews was named 1st Runner-up; Lucy Marie Pereyra was 2nd Runner-up. Erica Andrews won in the Best Talent Category while Marks won in the Best Evening Gown competition. Lucy Marie Pereyra won the Best Swimsuit category while Vilanda took 1st Runner-up both in the Evening Gown and Swimsuit categories. Tara Willow Desywas also named Miss Congeniality