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Miss Universe 2025: Olivia Yace Resigns Amid Controversies

Miss Universe 2025: Olivia Yace Resigns Amid Controversies
Miss Universe drama continues: Now, contestant Olivia Yace resigns from her title · wionews.com

Olivia Yace, who was Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, has resigned from her title.

She said she wants to stay true to her values and inspire young women, especially those from African and Afro-descendant communities.

This happened after the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, which had a lot of drama.

Miss Mexico was crowned the winner, but many people thought she wasn't the most deserving.

Some judges also had problems with how the pageant was run, saying it wasn't fair.

Olivia Yace thanked everyone for their support and said she will continue to inspire people in her own way.

Key facts

Contestant
Olivia Yace (Côte d’Ivoire)
Title Resigned
Miss Universe Africa and Oceania
Reason for Resignation
To remain true to her values and inspire young women
Controversy Involving
Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch
Pageant Edition
74th Miss Universe
Location
Bangkok, Thailand
Judges' Controversy
Allegations of lack of transparency and rigging

Quotes

Olivia Manuela Yace

Miss Universe Africa and Oceania and former Miss Universe Côte d’Ivoire contestant

“As the representative of Côte d’Ivoire at the Miss Universe 2025 competition in Bangkok, I witnessed firsthand that I was capable of reaching great things despite adversity. To continue on this path, I must remain true to my values: respect, dignity, excellence, and equal opportunity the strongest pillars that guide me.”
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“With a heart full of gratitude and profound respect, I hereby announce my resignation from the title of Miss Universe Africa and Oceania, as well as from any future affiliation with the Miss Universe Committee.”
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