Is Miss Mexico Still Competing in Miss Universe? Nawat Itsaragrisil Shares His Side
Just weeks before the highly anticipated Miss Universe pageant, controversy arose following a tense incident between Nawat Itsaragrisil, director of Miss Universe Thailand, and Mexico’s contestant, Fátima Bosch. The encounter, which was captured on video and spread widely, showed a heated exchange that drew public attention.
Director’s Public Apology and Clarification
Nawat Itsaragrisil, a Thai businessman and president of Miss Grand International, addressed the incident in a live broadcast shared on Instagram pages dedicated to beauty pageants.
“If anyone feels bad, uncomfortable, or affected, I apologize to everyone. I especially apologized to the girls who were present, around 75 of them,” he said. “I always strive to deliver five-star service. I prepare everything for each contestant from every country. My dream is to make history with Miss Universe 74. But I understand that sometimes unexpected issues arise.”
He emphasized that all delegates are honest and suggested there may have been a misunderstanding regarding the Miss Universe announcement or his intentions.
“All the delegates are honest. Perhaps they misunderstood the Miss Universe announcement or what I intended to do.”
Context and Impact
- The incident occurred in Thailand, the host country of this year’s Miss Universe pageant.
- Fátima Bosch publicly accused Itsaragrisil of confronting her in front of other contestants.
- The footage sparked debate and cast a shadow over the competition ahead of the event.
Author’s Summary
This incident highlights the tension behind the scenes of major pageants and the importance of clear communication among organizers and contestants.