Why Did Miss Universe Contestants Walk Out? Miss Mexico Drama Explained

Miss Universe Contestants Walk Out in Solidarity with Miss Mexico

The Miss Universe 2025 competition has been marred by controversy after a confrontation between Thai pageant executive Nawat Itsaragrisil and Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch, sparked outrage and a contestant walkout.

The drama unfolded during a sashing ceremony in Bangkok, which was being livestreamed on the Miss Universe Thailand Facebook page. Nawat, Vice President for Asia and Oceania within the Miss Universe Organization (MUO), publicly questioned Bosch about missing a sponsor shoot earlier that day.

Nawat called Bosch “dumb” and demanded she explain herself in front of the room.

The exchange quickly escalated, leading to a wave of online backlash and a walkout by contestants in solidarity with Miss Mexico.

Author's summary: Contestants walk out after confrontation.

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Life & Style Life & Style — 2025-11-04