Highlights:

Fatima Bosch was called “dumb” by Thai organizer Nawat Itsaragrisil during a live Miss Universe Thailand sashing ceremony.

The confrontation was broadcast to viewers and witnessed by more than 70 contestants.

Bosch replied, “Because I have a voice,” before walking out of the event.

Reigning Miss Universe Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark led a walkout in protest, joined by contestants from Palestine, Costa Rica, Panama, and Puerto Rico. - Advertisement -

MUO president Raul Rocha Cantu condemned the organizer’s “malicious acts” and confirmed that Nawat’s role would be “restricted or eliminated entirely.”

MUO sent a senior delegation to Bangkok to take over event operations and ensure contestant safety and dignity.

Nawat later apologized on Thai television, saying, “If an

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