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many contestants from miss Universe The 2025 pageant walked out of an event in solidarity with an official of the host country Thailand Miss Mexico was publicly “humiliated”.
The incident occurred during a pre-pageant event on 3 November when Thai pageant director Nawat Itaragrisil called Mexico’s Fatima Bosch “dumb” for failing to post promotional material and ordered security to remove her.
Itaragrisil, who serves as vice president of Asia and Oceania for the organizing body, in a video of the altercation going viral on social media. Miss Universe Organization (MUO) and the head of the Thai host team can be seen questioning Bosch about his absence from the sponsor shoot earlier that day.
Thirteen minutes into the livestream of the event, Still visible on Miss Universe Thailand’s Facebook pageItaragrisil is seen asking participants to raise their hands if they have not completed promotional activities for the organization.
He follows up with Bosch by name, and when she stands up, he says: “I heard that you did not agree to post everything about Thailand, every article about our own activities. Is that true?”
“You don’t like posting everything because your Mexico director ordered you not to post about the host country? If you follow your national director’s orders, you’re an idiot,” he said, adding that he is a “businessman” and has “a lot of money.”
Bosch then tries to respond, after which Itaragrisil can be seen scolding him, saying: “I didn’t hear you ask to talk. Please be polite to me. I’m still talking – listen!”
Bosch protested at this point, saying that he was “not respecting me as a woman”, immediately followed by Itaragrisil demanding security, prompting screams from the contestants.
Other competitors, including Bosch, are also involved The current title holder is Victoria Kjør Thielvig of Denmark.Stood in protest and walked out.
As the women begin to leave, Itaragrisil can be heard telling them: “If anyone wants to go ahead, sit down.”
In a video statement after the event, Bosch said in Spanish: “I just want to tell my country, I’m not afraid to raise my voice. It’s stronger here than ever. I have a purpose, I have things to say.
“We are in the 21st century, and I am not a doll to be made, styled and changed clothes. I am here to be a voice for all women and all girls who fight for their interests and to tell my country that I am fully committed to this.”
Speaking to reporters, Thelwig explained why she had walked out, saying: “This is about women’s rights. We respect everyone, but things shouldn’t be handled this way. Insulting another contestant is a huge lack of respect, and I would never do that. So I’m putting my coat on and leaving.”
Responding to the incident, Miss Universe Organization president Raul Rocha Cantú released a statement on Tuesday, saying he would “not allow the values of women’s dignity and respect to be violated”.
“Unfortunately, Navat has forgotten the true meaning of being a real host. It is meant to demonstrate to all delegates from all countries that as hosts they have an obligation to serve them, assist them, support them and ensure that they have a unique life experience full of kindness and courtesy,” Cantú said.
“I want to make clear my great indignation towards Nawat for the public aggression carried out against Fatima Bosch, whom he humiliated, humiliated and showed a lack of respect, in addition to the grave abuse of calling security to intimidate, silence a helpless woman and try to force her out. Nawat, you need to stop.”
MUO also posted a message in support of Bosch, reading: “Miss Universe Mexico has raised its voice. What happened to Fatima Bosch today in Thailand is unacceptable. No woman, under any circumstances, deserves humiliation or disrespect.
“We strongly believe in the values that Miss Universe promotes: respect, dignity and empowerment. We know this platform was created not to divide or humiliate, but to uplift women and give them their voice and vote in the world.
“The behavior of an individual who does not belong to MU does not represent our beloved Miss Universe organization, nor does it reflect the spirit of unity and respect we stand for.
“Today and always, Mexico is with you, Fatima. Your strength, your class and your voice represent the best of our nation.”
Itaragrisil, 51, is the founder of the Miss Grand International franchise in Thailand and his company became a major local partner in organizing the 74th edition of Miss Universe earlier this year.
Itaragrisil apologized in a statement in Thai language: “If anyone doesn’t feel good, if anyone feels uncomfortable, if anyone is affected, I apologize to everyone. I have already spoken to the rest of the girls in the room and apologized, about seventy-five girls.”
According to the MUO his participation in the competition has now been “restricted”. The Miss Universe 2025 pageant will take place on November 21 in Pak Crete.