November 20, 2025 | 3:22pm
MANILA, Philippines — MANILA, Philippines — Miss Universe Jamaica 2025 Gabrielle Alexis Henry is recovering in a hospital following a nasty fall during the 74th Miss Universe preliminary competition.
The preliminary round took place last November 19 in Thailand’s Impact Challenger Hall just hours after the National Costume segment.
After finishing her walk in the evening gown portion, Gabrielle stumbled off the stage and fell onto the floor.
The live feed did not capture the stumble, but videos taken by the audience show people rushing to Gabrielle’s aid. She was quickly wheeled out on a stretcher as the event continued.
The Jamaican franchise of Miss Universe later issued a statement announcing that Gabrielle was taken to the Paolo Rangsit Hospital where she was attended given immediate medical attention.
“[They] advised she is not suffering from any life-threatening injuries; however, they continue to conduct tests to ensure her full recovery,” Miss Universe Jamaica said.
The organization implored the public to “stay upbeat, lift her in prayer, and send positive thoughts” as she continues her recovery.
Gabrielle is a practicing ophthalmologist who runs a foundation that provides educational and economic opportunities for blind persons and individuals with reduced vision.
If all goes well, Gabrielle will be able to join the coronation on November 21, again at the Impact Challenger Hall.
The Philippines’ Ahtisa Manalo is hoping to win the country’s fifth title in the same venue where her Binibining Pilipinas batchmate Catriona Gray was crowned back in 2018.
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