The Miss Universe controversy continues! And it’s looking even worse for that VP, honestly…
In case you missed it, the Vice President of the Asia and Oceania within the Miss Universe Organization has been getting SLAMMED online for his recent outburst. Ahead of the sashing ceremony earlier this week, Nawat Itsaragrisil completely singled out Miss Mexico — embarrassing her in front of other contestants and even going so far as to call her “dumb”. Oof.
He even tried to have her kicked out by security! But what he didn’t expect is other delegates, including the reigning Miss Universe, to stand up to him and stage a walkout in support of their fellow contestant!
Since then, the Miss Universe org issued an apology. The president of the organization, Raul Rocha, even released a video saying the VP’s behavior was unacceptable. You can see the full statement that was posted to the Miss Universe Instagram page (below):
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Itsaragrisil has apologized twice, per news sources, but they haven’t been well-received… Especially since he’s yet to apologize to Mexico’s Fátima Bosch, the woman he offended in the first place.
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In a livestream that was uploaded to the ‘gram, he said:
“If someone doesn’t feel well, if someone feels uncomfortable, if anyone was affected, I apologize to everyone. I already spoke and apologized to the rest of the girls in the room [who didn’t walk out], about seventy-five girls.”
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But, third time’s the charm, right? Maybe add some tears to really get things going? That seemed to be his plan!
In a press conference Thursday, the Vice Prez sat down — and started sobbing while he issued his third apology:
“I want to apologize to everyone. I had no idea how big this issue would become.”
So… he apologized for causing a “big” issue? Not for calling a woman “dumb”? Not for being a total a**hole? The fact he’s yet to reach out to Fátima, as well, speaks volumes. We aren’t sure we’re buying this one!
See the video (below):
Hmm…
This isn’t even the tip of the iceberg of the backlash this guy has faced, though. Just this year, Miss India Rachel Gupta resigned her crown as Miss Grand International 2024 due to a toxic environment she alleges Itsaragrisil created. He even posted pictures to his Stories claiming Rachel got unauthorized cosmetic surgery and body shamed her. Ick. This man clearly has a history of trying to push women around… and the queens are no longer bowing to the pressure!
What do U think, Perezcious readers? Is he really sorry, or are those just some big crocodile tears? Let us know in the comments (below).
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