Bangkok, Thailand / Kingston, Jamaica — Disaster struck during the evening-gown round of the 2025 Miss Universe preliminary competition on November 19, when 28-year-old Jamaican delegate Gabrielle Henry slipped and fell off the stage in full view of the audience and cameras. She was rushed off on a stretcher and taken to Paolo Rangsit Hospital for emergency care.
Witnesses described a sudden misstep as Henry walked in a sparkly orange gown and high heels. The fall was captured in viral video footage that immediately ignited concern across social media.
Shortly after the incident, the Miss Universe Organization (MUO) issued a statement confirming that Henry had been admitted to hospital. According to the statement, she did not suffer any broken bones.
“She is under good care,” said MUO president Raúl Rocha, who visited her at the hospital and assured fans all expenses are being covered.
Status Update & Aftermath
As of the latest updates:
- Gabrielle Henry remains hospitalized, reportedly in an intensive-care unit (ICU) for close monitoring. Her sister confirmed she has not been “doing as well as hoped.”
- No life-threatening injuries have been confirmed, and doctors say there are no broken bones, but further tests are ongoing before she is cleared.
- On social media and across Jamaica, fans — and many in the pageant community — have rallied around Henry, offering support and prayers.
- The fall has reignited debates over stage safety, runway lighting, and pageant production standards — especially given reports that other contestants nearly tripped or fell in separate incidents during the same event.
For now, Gabrielle’s status remains uncertain: it’s unclear whether she will attempt a return to the finals — and whether the incident will have longer-term effects on her pageant career or health.
Background: Who Is Gabrielle Henry?
Dr. Gabrielle Henry is a Jamaican ophthalmologist and the 2025 titleholder of Miss Universe Jamaica. Before the incident, she was praised for combining beauty with intellect — advocating for vision care and humanitarian causes.
Her participation in Miss Universe 2025 was seen as a symbol of Jamaica’s pride and potential on the global stage.
What Happens Next
- The Miss Universe Organization has pledged full support for Henry’s recovery and said she will remain under observation.
- Fans, media, and pageant insiders are watching closely — many calling for a review of stage safety protocols to prevent similar incidents in future contests.
- At Nation ONE Press, we will continue to follow the story and provide updates as new information becomes available, including medical reports and official statements.
