Mzansi sends well wishes to Miss South Africa Mia le Roux following Miss Universe withdrawal
Mia le Roux withdrew from the competition due to health concerns.
Miss SA Mia le Roux heads off to Mexico for Miss Universe. Photo: Instagram/mialerouxx (screenshot)
South Africans are backing their girl Miss South Africa Mia le Roux following her unexpected withdrawal from the Miss Universe pageant.
The Miss South Africa organisation announced her withdrawal in the early hours of Friday morning (15 November).
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“Making this decision has been incredibly challenging, knowing the dreams and hopes that have been placed upon me,” Le Roux said.
“However, I am deeply grateful to have the opportunity to focus on my health and recovery so that I may continue to serve my country with full strength.”
Social media users immediately showed their unwavering support for her.
Many were saddened to hear of Le Roux’s withdrawal, and extended messages of love and support.
Miss South Africa. A mess! pic.twitter.com/92t3Hk4V1G
— Llewellyn Devereaux 𓋹 | Rainmaker 🇿🇦 (@Masterlui_) November 15, 2024
She showed up everyday, despite being sick, representing South Africa with elegance and grace.
— Ma se kind (@lewensessens_) November 15, 2024
So proud of you Miss South Africa Mia le Roux, and supporting you through this tough time. https://t.co/HLhlsBQeip
Wishing her a speedy recovery and all the best moving forward.
— Ntokozo Masuku (@visse_ss) November 15, 2024
Praying for Miss SA, Mia's speedy recovery. It must have been so hard to compete in Miss Universe while feeling unwell, and I hope she doesn't blame herself for not being able to continue.🤍 pic.twitter.com/CR5DnrsrNL
— Mbaliyezwe (@mbali_ndlela) November 15, 2024
A speedy recovery to Mia our Miss SA. We'll be cheering on for Miss Botswana!
— PONTSHO (@theonlydothraki) November 15, 2024
‼️The Update‼️
— Nozipho M (@nozipho_mashaba) November 15, 2024
Our Golden Girl Mia Le Roux has withdrawn from the Miss Universe Competition due to health concerns.
Get well soon Queen ❤️🇿🇦#MissSA2024 #MissUniverseSouthArica #MissUniverse @Official_MissSA @MissUniverse pic.twitter.com/NsxVjsFiHB
Mia Le Roux pulled out at Miss Universe last minute😭 I was literally watching for her.
— Red Ruby Da Goat 🐐🇿🇦x🇵🇸 (@brownskinboy_x) November 15, 2024
Mia Le Roux baby, I hope you get better queen 🥺
— Kéndrick (@KenGlobally) November 15, 2024