Miss Jamaica Falls During Miss Universe Pageant
The Miss Universe competition is currently taking place in Bangkok, featuring contestants from 130 countries. The event, often filled with unexpected incidents, is set to culminate with a televised ceremony this Thursday evening (U.S. time).
Miss Jamaica’s Fall During Preliminary Competition
One notable incident occurred during the preliminary evening-gown competition. Miss Jamaica, Gabrielle Henry, experienced a severe mishap while walking the runway in a shimmering orange gown. She fell off the stage, resulting in a dramatic face-plant.
Video footage of the incident shows Henry being assisted off the stage on a stretcher. Fortunately, a statement from her Instagram account confirmed that she did not sustain any life-threatening injuries.
Recovery Update
Raúl Rocha, the president of the Miss Universe organization, visited Henry at Paolo Rangsit Hospital following the event. He shared updates on her condition, noting that she was recovering with her family by her side.
Behind-the-Scenes Drama
This year’s pageant has not been without its share of controversies. Earlier in the month, Fátima Bosch, representing Miss Mexico 2025, led a walkout after facing criticism from a pageant executive during a Facebook livestream. Additionally, two judges and the president of the selection committee recently resigned amidst claims of impropriety.
- Judge Claude Makélélé cited “unforeseen personal issues” for his departure.
- Judge Omar Harfouch alleged that an unofficial jury influenced the selection of finalists.
The Miss Universe organization has denied these allegations, as reported by the BBC. In a twist, one of the newly appointed judges, Natalie Glebova, has connections to current contestants; she is noted for coaching Miss Universe Canada 2025 winner Jaime VandenBerg.
The Miss Universe pageant continues to unfold as organizers navigate these challenges, with the world closely watching the developments in Bangkok.
