WATCH: Miss Universe contestants walk out after organiser berates Miss Mexico

The Miss Universe pageant has been marred by controversy after several contestants, including the reigning Miss Universe, walked out in protest to defend Miss Mexico.

Several contestants walked out of a pre-pageant event after Miss Universe Thailand director Nawat Itsaragrisil reportedly berated Miss Mexico’s Fatima Bosch in front of contestants for not posting enough promotional content.

In a viral video, some contestants can be heard shouting, and Itsaragrisil raises his voice.

Bosch is then seen leaving the room with others walking out in solidarity.

In a statement, the Miss Universe Organisation condemned Itsaragrisil’s ‘malicious’ behaviour, and he has since apologised.

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