Miss Jamaica Falls on Stage at Miss Universe Preliminaries – Shocking Video
During the Miss Universe preliminary evening gown round in Thailand, Miss Jamaica, Dr. Gabrielle Henry, experienced a startling fall off the stage. This incident, which was captured in various social media videos, added to the drama surrounding the prestigious pageant.
Incident Details
Dr. Henry, who was wearing a stunning orange gown, fell while walking on stage. The event occurred during a live broadcast, resulting in immediate concern for her well-being. Following the fall, a person was seen being taken away on a stretcher, heightening the audience’s shock.
Medical Update
The Miss Universe Organization released a statement on November 19, assuring that Dr. Henry was in stable condition. Raúl Rocha Cantú, the president of the organization, confirmed that she had sustained minor injuries. She is currently receiving treatment in a Bangkok hospital and is under observation.
“I was there with her family, and thankfully, there are no broken bones,” Cantú shared in an Instagram post. Dr. Henry, 28, is set to compete in the 74th Miss Universe pageant on November 21.
Recent Controversies
The Miss Universe pageant has faced multiple controversies leading up to the event. Earlier this month, Miss Universe Thailand director Nawat Itsaragrisil made a derogatory remark towards Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch, during a livestream event. This insult prompted a walkout from fellow contestants, drawing criticism from various quarters.
- Fátima Bosch called the incident “unacceptable.”
- Itsaragrisil later issued a tearful apology.
- Cantú announced sanctions against Itsaragrisil to address the backlash.
Judging Panel Issues
On November 18, composer Omar Harfouch, a judge for the pageant, resigned amid allegations regarding the Miss Universe organization’s integrity. He claimed that an “impromptu jury” was involved in selecting finalists and denounced a lack of transparency in the voting process. The organization has publicly denied these accusations.
The 74th annual Miss Universe pageant, set for November 21, 2023, is already mired in scandal, making the upcoming competition highly anticipated.
