Overview
- A livestreamed sashing event in Bangkok showed Thai executive Nawat Itsaragrisil calling Miss Mexico Fátima Bosch “dumb” and summoning security after she objected to his remarks.
- Dozens of delegates, including reigning Miss Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark, walked out in solidarity as the exchange unfolded on camera.
- Miss Universe Organization President Raúl Rocha Cantú condemned the conduct as humiliating and said Itsaragrisil’s participation in 2025 events has been restricted, with corporate and legal steps under consideration.
- MUO announced a high‑level delegation led by CEO Mario Búcaro is traveling to Thailand to coordinate with hosts and ensure a secure, professional environment as events proceed toward the Nov. 21 final in Pak Kret.
- Itsaragrisil issued a public apology citing miscommunication, while Miss Universe México and Bosch affirmed she will continue representing Mexico during the pageant.