As the winner was being applauded, Hayalla -- the runner-up -- ran over and ripped the crown off of her head, then threw it in disgust before waving, blowing kisses at the crowd, and leaving the stage.

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Video of the pageant diva quickly went viral and had been viewed on YouTube more than 130,000 within the first couple days.

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