Miss Universe Contestant Taken Away on a Stretcher After Falling Off Stage at Pageant
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Miss Jamaica Gabrielle Henry was competing during one of the Miss Universe pageant’s preliminary evening gown rounds when she tumbled off the stage.
A Miss Universe contestant representing Jamaica had a frightening moment during the pageant’s preliminary evening gown round in Thailand. Gabrielle Henry was seen falling off the stage in a startling incident captured in social media videos. The video showed Henry, dressed in an orange evening gown and high heels, taking a misstep and falling off the stage. The Jamaican representative had to be taken out of the competition venue on a stretcher following the incident.
Raul Rocha, the owner of the Miss Universe pageant, took to Instagram to update concerned fans about Henry’s condition. Rocha assured followers that Henry was receiving medical treatment and thankfully had no broken bones. The Miss Universe Jamaica organization also released a statement confirming that Henry was being cared for at the hospital and was not facing life-threatening injuries.
Leading up to the fall, Henry had been active on her Instagram Stories, sharing her journey to the pageant and preparations for the competition. The incident occurred during the evening gown round as contestants vied for a spot in the upcoming Miss Universe Finals. Another moment of tension arose during the national costume competition as Miss Great Britain, Danielle Latimer, also experienced a fall while on stage.
Despite the mishaps, participants like Latimer maintained a positive attitude. She joked about her performance and received encouraging words from fellow contestants, including Miss Jamaica. The event also faced controversies, with executive Nawat Itsaragrisil being relieved of his duties and judges dropping out amid allegations of unfair practices in selecting finalists.
The Miss Universe pageant continues to generate buzz as the competition date approaches, leaving fans eager to see how the remaining contestants will fare. The incidents during the preliminary rounds serve as a reminder of the intense pressure and challenges faced by participants, making the road to the crown even more unpredictable and thrilling.
As supporters await further updates on Gabrielle Henry’s condition and the unfolding of the pageant, the focus remains on the resilience and determination displayed by contestants in the face of unexpected obstacles on their journey to the coveted title of Miss Universe.