Miss France 2024 Stirs Controversy with Short Hair

Eve Gilles, the first Miss France winner with a pixie cut, defends her look amidst backlash and accusations of 'wokeness'.

Eve Gilles, the newly crowned Miss France 2024, has sparked controversy due to her short pixie cut, a first in the pageant's 103-year history.
Gilles, a 20-year-old student, defended her look stating that every woman is different and unique.
The decision to crown Gilles has been criticized by some as a move towards 'wokeness', with accusations of the pageant supporting an 'androgynous' look.
Despite the backlash, Gilles has received support from various French politicians and the Miss Universe spokesperson, who stated that there is no one way to be Miss Universe or Miss France.
The Miss France pageant has been making changes to promote diversity, including removing age and weight limits, and allowing contestants to be married, have children, and have visible tattoos.