Mabelynn Capeluj will be the representative from California in this year's Miss USA pageant, which kicks off Jun. 16. Here's all you need to know about the twenty-one-year-old beauty from San Diego:

Mabelynn is of Hispanic descent and was born and raised in San Diego, and she now studies broadcast journalism at Chapman University in Orange, Calif. She eventually aims to get her master's degree in the field and hopes to one day work as an entertainment reporter for E! News.

Though she might seem like your typical beauty queen, Capeluj is anything but. At the age of 16 she was diagnosed with the autoimmune disease psoriasis, which leaves large, nasty bump and welts on the surface of the skin. She has since been able to cure its appearance on her skin, but is still an advocate for the cause, having raised awareness and funds to fight the disease over the years.

Capeluj is a very active young woman who enjoys a variety of outdoor activities, and she ranks jet skiing and rock climbing at the top of her list. When not outside conquering nature, she likes to stay in with the family and watch soccer matches.

Miss California has been in the news quite a bit lately as the Miss USA pageant approaches. By many accounts, she should be a favorite to take the crown this year. At the very least, she already appears to be a favorite of Philadelphia 76ers guard Nick Young.

Young was recently interviewed on ESPN's flagship program "Sportscenter," where he took some time at the end of the segment to address the object of his heart's desire: "Miss California, holla at me!" Young would later say hello to Capeluj over Twitter, who responded politely and asked him how he was doing.

Only time will tell if Capeluj has what it takes to win the coveted title of Miss USA, but she undoubtedly has the support of quite a few people. She just has to remember to smile brightly, speak confidently, and of course, avoid the hot wings.

"Just wishing her good luck in the Miss USA Pageant. And lay off the Buffalo wings until after. Those stains are nearly impossible to get out. Take it from someone who knows," said L.A. Kings' forward Dustin Penner.