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Thailand, El Sky News – Days before the grand finale of Miss Universe 2025, the prestigious pageant is facing turmoil and public scrutiny. Allegations of unfair judging, resignations of key jury members, and concerns over transparency have sparked one of the biggest controversies in the competition’s history.
Judge Steps Down – Claims “Top 30 Were Pre-Selected”
One of the official judges, Omar Harfouch, a Lebanese-French composer, announced his resignation after claiming that an “impromptu jury” had already selected the Top 30 finalists before the official judging process began. He further stated that some of the last-minute jury members allegedly had personal connections to certain contestants, raising concerns about bias and conflict of interest.
After a discussion with Miss Universe President Raúl Rocha, Harfouch decided to withdraw both his participation and his musical performance originally intended for the final night. The Miss Universe Organization (MUO), however, responded by saying that the additional jurors were part of a separate initiative called “Beyond the Crown”, and had no direct influence on the official finalist selection.
Another Judge Resigns Unexpectedly
Shortly after Harfouch’s resignation, another judge Claude Makélélé, former football star also stepped down, citing “unexpected personal reasons.” In a statement posted on Instagram, Makélélé said the decision was difficult but necessary, emphasizing that he still respects the Miss Universe platform.
Allegations of Manipulation & Lack of Transparency
The claims of pre-arranged finalists have shocked pageant fans worldwide.
Public criticism intensified after past controversies including an incident where a MUO executive allegedly disrespected Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch, leading to a walkout by several contestants earlier this month.
Public Reaction
Global pageant followers have expressed concerns over the integrity and credibility of the competition. Many are calling for a full investigation and clearer judging protocols. Despite public pressure, MUO maintains that all decisions follow official guidelines but tensions continue to rise ahead of the final show.
The controversy surrounding Miss Universe 2025 may shape the future of international pageantry.
With two judges already stepping down and allegations of bias circulating online, all eyes are now on Bangkok as the world waits to see how the Miss Universe Organization will handle the situation during the grand finale.
