The Miss Universe competition in Thailand was rocked by a dramatic incident when the Jamaican contestant, Gabrielle Henry, suffered a frightening fall during the preliminary evening gown round.
A Shocking Moment Captured on Video
In a video that quickly went viral, Gabrielle Henry is seen walking confidently across the stage. The ophthalmologist and charity founder was wearing a stunning orange, bejewelled gown with a sheer, flowing cape. As she looked out into the audience, she tragically tripped and fell completely off the stage platform, causing immediate concern among spectators and fellow contestants.
Other social media clips from the event showed the alarming aftermath, with Henry being carefully removed from the competition area on a stretcher to receive urgent medical attention.
Official Updates on Henry's Condition
Raul Rocha, the owner of the Miss Universe pageant, personally visited Henry in the hospital and provided a reassuring update via social media. He confirmed he was with her and her family, stating, "thankfully, there are no broken bones and she is under good care." He also asked for prayers for her prompt recovery.
The Miss Universe Jamaica organization released an official statement confirming that Henry "experienced a fall" ahead of the finals scheduled for that weekend. She was rushed to Paolo Rangsit Hospital, where medical professionals confirmed she was not suffering from any life-threatening injuries. The organization noted that doctors were continuing to conduct tests to ensure her full recovery and requested that everyone send positive thoughts and prayers her way.
Contestant Background and Pageant Controversies
Gabrielle Henry is not just a beauty queen; she is a qualified ophthalmologist and the founder of the See Me Foundation, a charity that advocates for the visually impaired across Jamaica.
This incident is not the only controversy to hit the 47th annual Miss Universe pageant. The event has been mired in scandal, including the abrupt resignation of judge Omar Harfouch, who claimed the remaining contestants were pre-selected by an "impromptu jury." Earlier in the month, many of the beauty queens also staged a mass walkout from a pre-pageant event following a disrespectful exchange between an organizer and a contestant.
The fall occurred during a jam-packed schedule on Wednesday, November 20, 2025, which also featured the swimsuit rounds and the national costume contest. Despite the accident, Henry was among the 30 finalists originally set to compete in the finals on Friday.
