Miss Universe Denies Saudi Arabia's Participation Claims

The anticipation surrounding Saudi Arabia’s potential participation in the Miss Universe pageant for the first time has been met with clarification from the organization itself. Recent happenings, stemming from social media posts by Saudi model Rumy Al-Qahtani, have been addressed by the Miss Universe organization, emphasizing that no official selection process has taken place in Saudi Arabia.

“We would like to categorically state that no selection process has been conducted in Saudi Arabia, and any such claims are false and misleading,” read a statement on Miss Universe's website. The organization also clarified the absence of any confirmed participation from Saudi Arabia, debunking the circulating rumors as false and misleading. However, they hinted at ongoing deliberations, stating that Saudi Arabia could potentially join pending the completion of a rigorous vetting process. Until an official announcement is made by the approval committee, the status of Saudi Arabia’s involvement remains uncertain.

Despite the denial of current participation, the organization's statement suggests a possibility for future inclusion, underscoring the importance of following official updates for any developments. Stay informed as the situation unfolds.