Miss Universe Limits Thai Director’s Role After Insulting Contestant
The Miss Universe Organisation has announced restrictions on Nawat Itsaragrisil, the Thailand pageant director, regarding his involvement in future Miss Universe events. This decision follows a public incident in which Itsaragrisil called Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch, “dumb.”
Incident Details
The episode took place during a pre-pageant event held in Thailand with contestants from around the world present. A viral video shows Itsaragrisil addressing the contestants, urging them to “promote the host country” and warning, “be careful, you are in Thailand, you are in a game.”
Tensions arose when Itsaragrisil accused Bosch of not posting promotional content about Thailand, allegedly on orders from her national director. When Bosch responded, Itsaragrisil interrupted loudly:
“If you follow the orders from your national director, you are dumb.”
Bosch refused to sit and replied, “because I have a voice.” Itsaragrisil then called security, causing outrage among other contestants. Several stood up in support of Bosch.
Response and Call for Respect
As Bosch left the auditorium, she addressed Itsaragrisil:
“As women, you need to show respect for us.”
Her words highlighted the need for respect and dignity toward all contestants.
Author's Summary
The Miss Universe Organisation has limited Itsaragrisil's role after he publicly insulted Miss Mexico, sparking solidarity among contestants and calls for mutual respect.