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Miss Universe Turmoil Deepens as Fátima Bosch Decries Threats, Owner Weighs Exit

Mounting accusations of rigged judging have pushed partners to demand explanations.

Overview

  • Newly crowned winner Fátima Bosch said she has received insults and death threats since Nov. 21 and vowed to use her platform to advocate for women.
  • Former judge Omar Harfouch alleged pressure from owner Raúl Rocha and claimed a preselected Top 30, allegations the Miss Universe Organization formally denied as judges resigned ahead of the final.
  • Rocha has said he is fed up with the controversies and is looking to sell his stake in the organization.
  • France’s national organization said it is awaiting explanations as it reviews its Miss Universe license, while titleholders including Olivia Yacé and Estonia’s Brigitta Schaback stepped down from affiliated roles.
  • Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry remains under medical care after a stage fall during preliminaries, with Rocha reporting she is in good health and nearing discharge.