Gabrielle Henry, Miss Universe Jamaica, suffered a freak accident on the stage of the Miss Universe 2025 preliminary round on Wednesday. Henry, a 28-year-old doctor and model, is representing Jamaica in the preliminary round of the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Bangkok, Thailand.
During a round involving a gown, Henry put a step off the stage, causing her to fall. She was taken to a medical facility on a stretcher. According to reports, she is now recovering.
Here's the video:
Raúl Rocha, Miss Universe Organization president, and Nawat Itsaragrisil, Director of Miss Universe Thailand, were present at the Impact Arena in Pak Kret, Thailand, where the event is being held. In the video, they can be seen jumping off the stage as the event happens, trying to get help to the 28-year-old.
The video of Henry falling off the stage was broadcast live on the ABC stream of the show's preliminary round. It immediately went viral on social media, sparking concern for the Jamaican doctor-turned-model.
Who is Gabriella Henry?
{{/usCountry}}The video of Henry falling off the stage was broadcast live on the ABC stream of the show's preliminary round. It immediately went viral on social media, sparking concern for the Jamaican doctor-turned-model.
Who is Gabriella Henry?
{{/usCountry}}Gabrielle Henry is an ophthalmologist from Jamaica who was crowned Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 and is competing for the main event in Thailand. She works as a resident at the University Hospital of the West Indies, according to a report by Pageant Circle.
Henry is known for her advocacy work for the visually impaired and has founded the See Now Foundation. She is reportedly also a trained singer and pianist.
Social Media Concerned With Henry's Fall
As the fall happened during the live broadcast of the event, viewers saw it and expressed concern for the health of the 28-year-old model. Posts were shared on social media with enquiries about her current condition.
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"Very saddened by what happened to our Miss Universe Jamaica, Dr. Gabrielle Henry, at the Miss Universe Finals in Thailand. Spoke with Gabrielle’s mom who is with her in Thailand.
"The entire country is praying for you, Gabrielle, and wishing you a full and speedy recovery," Olivia Grange, Jamaica's former youth and culture minister said. “The entire country is praying for you, Gabrielle, and wishing you a full and speedy recovery.”
“Wishing a quick and full recovery for Miss Universe Jamaica, Gabrielle Henry,” wrote another.
As of now, it is unclear if Henry will be able to continue in the competition.