Overview
- During a livestreamed sashing event in Bangkok, Nawat Itsaragrisil called Fátima Bosch “dumb” over promotional posts and ordered security to remove her.
- Dozens of delegates, including reigning Miss Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig, walked out in solidarity as video spread across social platforms.
- MUO President Raúl Rocha Cantú condemned the “humiliation” and the attempt to “intimidate a defenseless woman,” announcing the executive’s role would be restricted and warning of possible corporate or legal steps.
- Itsaragrisil later apologized on TikTok and Instagram, citing miscommunication about expectations for sponsor activities.
- Some outlets reported conflicting accounts of his status, but MUO says the pageant will proceed as scheduled with the Nov. 21 final in Pak Kret, Thailand.