Dr. Gabrielle Henry, the representative of Jamaica at the Miss Universe pageant, experienced a significant fall from the stage during the preliminary competition held on Wednesday. The incident occurred while she was participating in the evening gown segment, and footage of the fall quickly circulated on social media.
In response to the incident, the Miss Universe Jamaica Organization released a statement on social media, informing the public that Dr. Henry was taken to Paolo Rangsit Hospital. Fortunately, her injuries were not life-threatening, although medical professionals are conducting further tests to ensure her full recovery.
Numerous well-wishers have taken to social media to express their support for Henry. Miss Universe Jamaica encouraged fans to remain positive and to keep Henry in their thoughts and prayers during her recovery process. Alongside sending messages of encouragement, social media users have been rallying behind her, with one commenter, Norma Jean Martin, sharing, “You’re in our thoughts and prayers, Dr. Henry. Stay strong.”
Despite this setback, Dr. Henry conveyed her appreciation for the competition and her time in Thailand in an interview with The Jamaica Gleaner just prior to the incident. She described her experience as remarkable, highlighting the sisterhood among the 120 delegates and expressing gratitude for the opportunity to immerse herself in Thai culture.
In addition to her role as Miss Universe Jamaica 2025, Dr. Henry is an accomplished ophthalmologist dedicated to medical eye care. She is also the founder of the See Me Foundation, a charity aimed at creating economic and educational opportunities for the visually impaired community in Jamaica.
As anticipation builds for the Miss Universe finals, scheduled for November 20 at 8 p.m. ET, the beauty queen’s current health status remains closely monitored, with hopes for her swift recovery and a successful continuation in the pageant. The supportive response from fans and the community underscores the strength of camaraderie during such events, demonstrating that positivity and encouragement persist even in challenging circumstances.