Miss Universe Organisation shares Miss Jamaica's health update after getting accused of blaming her for scary accident

Updated on: Dec 9, 2025, 09:47:28 IST

By Krishna Pallavi Priya

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Gabrielle Henry, Miss Universe Jamaica, suffered a scary accident at the Miss Universe 2025 stage. (X)

Sharing Miss Jamaica's health update, the Miss Universe Organisation clarified that she bears no responsibility for the incident, which has sparked controversy.

The Miss Universe Organisation (MUO) has shared an update on the health of Dr Gabrielle Henry, Miss Jamaica Universe 2025. According to the organisation, Miss Jamaica has had a steady recovery and will be released soon.

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The statement from the MUO comes after Miss Haiti Melissa Sapini accused the organisation of blaming Miss Jamaica for her scary on-stage fall during the preliminary competition.

The statement

On December 8, the MUO and Miss Jamaica's family released a joint statement on Instagram to share that she ‘continues to receive specialised medical care and will soon return to Jamaica under full medical supervision.’ Additionally, she will be transferred directly to the hospital for continued treatment and recovery.

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The MUO also clarified in the statement that they have provided unwavering support to Miss Jamaica during her recovery, covering all medical and living expenses in Thailand, as well as the accommodation and living costs for her mother and sister.

Clarifying that Miss Jamaica holds no responsibility for the incident and they do not blame her for it, as per the claims made by Miss Haiti, MUO said in the statement, “Certain media reports suggesting that Dr Henry contributed in any way to the incident are entirely inaccurate. The Miss Universe Organisation has never attributed blame to Dr Henry and confirms that those suggestions are unfounded and do not reflect the facts.”

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In another statement released by the official Miss Universe Jamaica handle, it was shared that the Miss Jamaica is: “Eagerly looking forward to my return home and to seeing everyone in the near future.”

Miss Universe Jamaica's scary accident

Miss Universe Jamaica suffered a serious fall through an opening on the stage while performing her walk during the preliminary competition on November 19, 2025. According to the MUO, it resulted in an intracranial haemorrhage with loss of consciousness, a fracture, facial lacerations and other significant injuries.

Meanwhile, blaming of Miss Jamaica for her fall is the latest in a series of highly publicised and controversial moments that have plagued this year's Miss Universe pageant proceedings.

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Krishna Pallavi Priya
Krishna Priya Pallavi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience, covering health, fashion, pop culture, travel, wellness, entertainment, festivals, mental health, art, decor, fitness, and sex and relationships. She is an alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal, and holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi. Her strong academic foundation informs her analytical and detail-oriented approach to storytelling, helping her uncover stories where none seem to exist. Before joining Hindustan Times, Pallavi worked with some of India’s leading media organisations. She spent close to three years at India Today, where she honed her newsroom skills and developed a sharp editorial sensibility. She also worked for over a year and a half at Vagabomb, ScoopWhoop’s feminist digital platform, where she explored stories through a gender-sensitive, socially aware lens. Pallavi has a deep interest in global fashion trends and international fashion seasons, and enjoys interviewing celebrities and tracking pop culture movements—interests that frequently translate into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Alongside lifestyle and entertainment, she has a keen eye for impactful health and wellness journalism, regularly interacting with doctors, designers, and digital content creators to bring nuance and credibility to her work. Born and raised in Haryana, Pallavi remains deeply connected to her ancestral roots in Odisha. Her ability to spot fresh angles brings curiosity and depth to stories she pursues. When not chasing deadlines, she enjoys spending time with her dog, planning her next vacation, reading, running new trails, and discovering new destinations.Read More

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