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Miss Universe ceremony descends into chaos after director insults contestant, sparking mass walkout

Contestants lined up for Miss Universe 2025 sash ceremony [Courtesy]

The Miss Universe 2025 sash ceremony in Thailand erupted into chaos after national director Nawat Itsaragrisil publicly insulted Mexican contestant Fatima Bosch, prompting a dramatic mass walkout by fellow participants.

The confrontation unfolded during a live-streamed event when Itsaragrisil, known for his strict management style, accused Bosch of failing to follow sponsor directives, specifically her limited social media promotion of Thailand as the host nation.

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