Miss Universe 2025 may have wrapped, but the tension definitely hasn’t. Gabrielle Henry, the striking 28-year-old who proudly represented Jamaica in the Bangkok edition of the pageant, is now in intensive care after a frightening fall during the evening gown preliminaries. Her team confirmed she will remain under medical observation for at least another week, turning what should have been a celebratory homecoming into a period of deep concern and close monitoring.
The incident happened on November 19, when Gabrielle stepped onto the runway in a brilliant orange gown that shimmered under the lights. For a moment, everything looked like polished pageant perfection. Then her foot slipped. The misstep turned into a fall, and the fall ended with her tumbling off the stage. The reaction was instant. Gasps from the audience, shock from viewers, and immediate attention from staff created a moment that has lingered long after the competition ended.
Gabrielle ended up on a stretcher and wasn't able to return for rehearsals or events the next day. That absence was the first sign that the fall had been more serious than the brief glimpses on social media suggested.
Hospitalized in Bangkok With Ongoing Evaluation
Gabrielle has been receiving care at the Paolo Rangsit Hospital in Bangkok, where doctors have been checking her condition around the clock. The Miss Universe Jamaica organization shared updates through their official Instagram stories, confirming she’s now in the ICU accompanied by her mother, Maureen Henry, and her sister, Dr. Phylicia Henry-Samuels.
Dr. Henry-Samuels offered a candid update that left supporters across the Caribbean holding their breath. According to her, Gabrielle isn’t progressing as quickly as the family hoped, and medical teams have determined she needs to stay in intensive care for at least seven more days. Despite the worry, there is relief in knowing she has no broken bones, something pageant owner Raul Rocha confirmed after visiting her at the hospital. Still, doctors are continuing tests to rule out any complications from the impact and ensure she can recover fully.
A Moment Calling for Empathy
News of her ICU stay traveled fast, and with the speed of the internet comes the usual storm of speculation. The Miss Universe Jamaica organization made a heartfelt appeal to everyone watching the situation unfold. They urged the public and social media users to steer clear of negativity, misinformation, and unfounded theories that only add to the stress of an already difficult situation.
While her condition remains delicate, the tone from her team remains one of hope. She’s surrounded by family, supported by experts, and uplifted by fans around the globe who’ve been sending her waves of love.
Pageant fans know that beauty queens are often trained for resilience as much as elegance, and Gabrielle has already shown both in abundance.