Controversy has struck the Miss Universe pageant just weeks before the competition. According to People Magazine, a heated confrontation occurred during a pre-pageant event in Thailand between pageant executive Nawat Itsaragrisil and Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch.
Reports claim Itsaragrisil accused Miss Mexico of not posting enough promotional content leading up to the event. When Bosch denied the accusation, witnesses say the executive called her “dumb” in front of other contestants. The shocking outburst prompted several participants to walk out in protest, demanding respect and accountability from the organization’s leadership.
In a later interview, Fatima Bosch spoke about the incident, saying, “I came here to be a voice for all the women and girls who fight for causes. And I want to tell my country that I was fully committed to this from day one.” Her statement has since gone viral, sparking conversations about professionalism, respect, and equality within the pageant industry.
The organization has since announced a series of sanctions against Itsaragrisil, though details of the disciplinary actions have not been made public. Many are calling for broader reforms to ensure contestants are treated with dignity and fairness.