Miss Thailand did not hug the winner, Miss Nicaragua, when the results were announced at the Miss Universe 2023 pageant, causing controversy on social media.
Sheynnis Palacios from Nicaragua won the competition held in El Salvador, with 84 countries participating. Palacios emphasized humility and appreciation for little things in her acceptance speech.
Miss Thailand, Anntonia Porsild, reacted poorly to finishing second, showing no effort to hug or acknowledge the winner.
The gala dress worn by Miss Thailand also sparked discussion on social media for being deemed too transparent by some fans.
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The contestant’s thin silver dress at the Miss Universe 2023 pageant covered her breasts and pelvis but revealed the form of her body. Transgender participation in competitions, a debated topic in various industries, took a significant step in the 2023 Miss Universe event, featuring two trans women.
Rikkie Kolle, a 22-year-old trans woman from the Netherlands and LGBTQ activist, and Marina Machete, 23, representing Portugal and working as a cabin crew member, were part of the pageant.
Source: marca
