Miss Haiti: Pageant Officials Blamed Miss Jamaica After Fall

Miss Haiti has come forward with claims that Miss Universe pageant authorities placed blame on Miss Jamaica, Gabrielle Henry, following her stage fall during the preliminary evening gown segment. Henry reportedly stepped off the stage edge at the Impact Arena in Bangkok, Thailand. Following the incident, Miss Haiti stated that a staff member informed contestants that Henry's fall was due to her not paying attention, a response she found shocking and unacceptable given the scary nature of the fall.

The pressure of the Miss Universe pageant, coupled with such incidents, created a deeply stressful atmosphere for participants. Miss Haiti described moments of quiet despair in her room with her roommate, where they silently processed the emotional toll of the competition and the feeling of lost hopes and dreams. This sentiment highlights the significant mental and emotional burden beauty pageants can place on contestants.

While Miss Jamaica's sister initially reported she was not doing as well as hoped in the hospital, a later statement from the Miss Universe President indicated that Henry was in good health and nearing discharge. However, the exact status and timeline for her departure from the hospital remain unclear, leaving ongoing concern about her recovery.