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Miss Universe Curbs Thai Director, Sends Oversight Team After On-Stage Clash With Miss Mexico

The organization moved to reassert control after a viral confrontation with Miss Mexico triggered contestant walkouts.

Overview

  • Miss Universe president Raúl Rocha Cantú condemned Nawat Itsaragrisil’s conduct, said his role would be limited or removed, and announced corporate and legal follow-up.
  • The organization dispatched executives Ronald Day and Mario Búcaro to supervise the Thailand operation as the pageant continues toward the November 21 final.
  • Multiple contestants left the event in protest, including reigning Miss Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig, after the confrontation was broadcast live.
  • Nawat issued tearful public apologies without naming Fátima Bosch, later claimed his words were misinterpreted, and had earlier pressed her to record promo content for a non‑MUO side contest.
  • Miss Grand International’s company canceled a public voting dinner tied to Nawat after sponsor pushback, while Bosch remains in competition with broad support including praise from Mexico’s president.