Miss Universe Thailand Organiser Apologizes After Controversy
Nawat Itsaragrisil, the organiser of Miss Universe Thailand, issued a tearful apology following criticism for allegedly disrespectful remarks toward Mexico’s contestant, Fatima Bosch.
Incident Details
During a livestreamed event, Nawat was reported to have called Fatima Bosch a "dumbhead" for failing to adhere to promotional guidelines. This comment caused Bosch and several other contestants, including the reigning Miss Universe, to leave the event in protest.
Reactions and Official Statements
- The Miss Universe Organization condemned Nawat’s behavior, describing it as “public aggression.”
- At a press conference in Bangkok, Nawat denied using the insulting term, explaining that he was misheard.
- He apologized sincerely to the contestants and the audience with visible emotion.
"The Miss Universe Organization condemned his conduct as ‘public aggression.’"
“He was misheard, and I sincerely apologize to all contestants and viewers,” said Nawat Itsaragrisil.
Author’s Summary
This incident highlights the tensions in beauty pageant events and the importance of respectful communication between organisers and contestants.