The 2024 Miss Universe contestant representing Argentina has been stripped of her title after claiming November's beauty pageant was rigged.
Contestant Magali Benejam made controversial comments during a recent match. YouTube live broadcast With content creator King Lucho.
The 30-year-old, who was banished from the city of Cordoba in the north of the country, suggested the final result was in doubt and suggested the entire extravaganza was a sham.
“When the top five were announced, I could see the judges looking at each other. [strange] No matter what,” Benejam insisted. According to a translation by the Latin Times. “They started looking at each other as if to say, ‘This is not what we chose, this is not what I chose.’ It felt that way from the outside, so I said, I said, “Okay, this is resolved.” It was constantly revised every year. ”
Benejam finished 12th in a fierce competition.
In a YouTube interview, she slammed both the winner, 21-year-old Denmark-born Victoria Kjaer Teilwig, and 37-year-old Miss Puerto Rico Jennifer Colon, who also placed in the top 12.
The model suspected that the Danish winner knew he would win. at least 3 security guards With her on the last day of the contest.
Benejam added that people were even told the results were decided 10 days in advance.
Benejam then went after another queen, accusing Colon of being unfriendly and of wearing a crown. The “worst” gown of the night.
“I spoke to her a few times, but in the last few days she decided to stop talking to me. I don't know why,” Benejam said. According to a translation by the Daily Mail.
Benejam suspects his Puerto Rican rival was simply “very nervous” and “in his element” because he wouldn't answer simple questions like “How are you doing?”
Even after Benejam lost, she still shared instagram reel It has a caption that translates to “This Miss Universe's best body.”
When the Miss Universe organization learned of her comments, it removed Benejam from the community on January 2nd.
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“Miss Universe Organization announces that Miss Magali Benejam will be stripped of the title of Miss Universe Argentina.'' A statement from the organization reads: “After thorough consideration of recent public comments by Miss Magali Benejam, and based on our guiding principles, we have decided to withdraw the title of Miss Universe Argentina from Miss Benejam with immediate effect. .”
The group argued participants must reflect “unwavering principles” such as diversity, inclusivity and respecting all individuals “regardless of their background, beliefs or experience.”
“This decision was the result of careful consideration and is consistent with our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of personal and professional conduct,” the statement continued. “We would like to emphasize that this action was taken to protect the integrity of the organization and the opportunities it provides to women around the world.”
Benejam has not yet deleted “Miss Universe Argentina 2024” from her Instagram profile.
