A Miss Universe contestant has posted a cryptic statement announcing she is cutting ties with the pageant—just days after finishing in the top five. Olivia Yacé, who represented Côte d’Ivoire and placed as fourth runner-up, said she is resigning from her newly assigned role as Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, claiming the role was at odds with her values. In her announcement, Yacé said she will no longer pursue “any future affiliation with the Miss Universe Committee.” She reflected on her experience at the pageant on Friday in Bangkok, Thailand, saying she realized she was “capable of accomplishing great things despite adversity.” But, she added, continuing in the role would require her to compromise her core values of “respect, dignity, excellence, and equal opportunity.” Yacé ended her

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