The 2023 Miss Universe pageant has been embroiled in controversy as CEO Anne Jakrajutatip allegedly pressured former president Paula Shugart to ensure Miss Thailand placed in the top five. As Shugart announced her unexpected resignation after 23 years during the competition, judge Denise White revealed this attempted influence. Shugart, currently engaged in legal action against Jakrajutatip in Thailand, refrained from directly commenting but agreed with White's insights. Jakrajutatip, who acquired the Organization in 2022, denies any wrongdoing amidst these unfolding events.
"I really can't comment at this time in light of my ongoing litigation against Anne in Thailand, however, there is nothing I have seen in Denise's comments that I would refute."
"She said, 'I can't believe Anne is telling me that, no matter what, we have to make sure Thailand is in the top five.'"
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