The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) said that the condition of Miss Universe Jamaica 2025, Dr. Gabrielle Henry, who suffered a hard fall during the preliminary competition, has improved, and she is now close to being released from the hospital.
The organization released a statement on social media on Monday, Nov. 24, explaining that they felt compelled to address the rising speculation by providing a ‘clear and respectful update’ on Henry’s condition.
‘We are pleased to share that the latest medical report confirms that Dr. Gabrielle Henry is in good health and nearing discharge,’ read the statement. ‘While unfounded speculation has circulated publicly, our full attention has remained on Dr. Henry’s care and recovery.’
The MUO clarified that necessary actions took place right after Henry suffered the fall, and president Raul Rocha personally assisted the beauty queen in obtaining medical care.
‘From the moment the onstage accident occurred, immediate action was taken to ensure her safety and well-being,’ continued the statement. ‘I personally entered the stage to assist her, coordinated urgent medical attention, and oversaw her immediate transfer to the hospital.’
‘I recommended a series of precautionary actions, some beyond standard protocol. Additional medical specialists were also brought in to provide multiple professional assessments and ensure full clarity regarding her condition,’ it added.
The organization shared that they fully funded all related expenses for Henry and her family throughout the incident.
Henry’s fall occurred during the preliminary competition when she slipped from an elevated portion of the stage. Videos circulated widely online, prompting concern over possible spinal or head injuries.
Henry’s sister, Dr. Phylicia Henry-Samuels, earlier shared that the beauty queen ‘was not doing well’ and needed to remain in the intensive care unit (ICU) at a hospital in Thailand, three days after she fell off the stage.
Henry’s accident came amid the controversial results of the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, where Fatima Bosch of Mexico emerged as the winner and Philippine bet Ahtisa Manalo finished as third runner-up.