Key Highlights
- Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry fell off the stage during a Miss Universe preliminary evening gown round.
- The contestant was taken away on a stretcher and is under good medical care, according to her manager Raul Rocha.
- A competing contestant from Great Britain also fell during the national costume competition portion of the event.
- Miss Universe pageant has been embroiled in controversy amid recent dismissals and judge withdrawals.
The Fall on Stage: A Miss Universe Controversy
Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry, representing her country at the prestigious Miss Universe competition in Thailand, suffered a shocking fall from the stage during one of the evening gown rounds. The incident unfolded live, drawing immediate attention and concern among viewers and participants alike.
Incident Details: A Stark Fall
In social media videos that have since circulated widely, Henry can be seen walking across the stage in an orange evening gown and high heels when she misses a step and tumbles entirely off. The fall was captured by multiple cameras, showing her landing on the ground with a thud. She appeared to be dazed but unharmed.
Immediate Response: A Concern for Health
Following the incident, Henry was quickly taken away from the competition venue on a stretcher. Raul Rocha, the owner of the Miss Universe pageant, provided an update through his Instagram account. He wrote, “I would like to share with the Miss Universe family that are concerned for the health of our Miss Universe Jamaica that at 12:00 a.m. Bangkok time, that I have just left the hospital where she is being treated.” Rocha added that Henry had no broken bones and was receiving good care.
Organizational Statement: Medical Attention
The Miss Universe Jamaica organization also issued an official statement. It read, “The Miss Universe Jamaica Organization wishes to advise the public that Dr. Gabrielle Henry, Miss Universe Jamaica 2025, experienced a fall from the main stage during the evening gown round of the preliminary competition ahead of this weekend’s Miss Universe Finals in Thailand.” The organization further clarified that Henry had been rushed to Paolo Rangsit Hospital, where medical professionals were attending to her care. They stated that she was not suffering from any life-threatening injuries but were conducting tests to ensure her full recovery.
Controversy and Disruptions
The Miss Universe pageant has faced several controversies in recent weeks leading up to the competition date. Most notably, the executive Nawat Itsaragrisil was dismissed after a livestream of him speaking to contestant Miss Mexico Fatima Bosch went viral, prompting Miss Universe contestants to walk out of a meeting with him. Additionally, the pageant’s judge Omar Harfouch dropped out, citing an “impromptu jury” that had selected 30 finalists before participants from 136 countries even took the stage.
Further Developments: Judge Withdrawals
In a series of events unfolding just days prior to the competition, two other judges have also dropped out. Claude Makélélé and Princess Camilla di Borbone delle Due Sicilie, who is president of the selection committee, pulled out from their roles. These developments have raised concerns about the pageant’s organization and the potential impact on its credibility.
The fall of Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry at the Miss Universe preliminary evening gown round has added another layer of controversy to an already turbulent event. As the competition progresses, more incidents and challenges may arise, keeping the spotlight on the Miss Universe pageant as it navigates through these unprecedented times.
