Miss Jamaica Hospitalized After Stage Fall
During the recent Miss Universe pageant held in Bangkok, Miss Jamaica, Gabrielle Henry, experienced a severe accident while competing. The incident occurred during the preliminary evening-gown showcase, where she fell off the stage, suffering significant injuries.
Miss Jamaica’s Stage Fall
Gabrielle Henry, adorned in a sparkling orange gown, was performing on stage when she unexpectedly lost her balance. Eyewitness accounts and videos circulating online indicate that she fell and landed face-first, causing immediate concern among spectators.
Hospitalization Details
Following the fall, Miss Henry was transported to Paolo Rangsit Hospital, where she remains under medical supervision. The president of the Miss Universe organization, Raúl Rocha, has confirmed his visit to her in the hospital, where she is recovering with family support.
Reports from Henry’s social media account revealed that she is not facing any life-threatening injuries. However, her sister, Dr. Phylicia Henry-Samuels, stated that Gabrielle is not improving as hoped and will remain in the intensive care unit for a minimum of seven days.
Concerns Surrounding the Pageant
This unfortunate incident is not the only troubling event connected to the Miss Universe pageant this year. The competition, which featured representatives from 130 countries, was marked by additional controversies.
- Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch Fernández, won the title amidst a tense environment.
- Two judges and the president of the selection committee resigned prior to the event.
- Accusations arose claiming certain judges had conflicts of interest with contestants.
The Miss Universe organization has denied these claims. Despite the drama, the pageant continues to attract global attention, and updates on Gabrielle Henry’s recovery are eagerly awaited by fans and supporters.
