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Miss Universe CEO Mario Búcaro Resigns After One Month

The Miss Universe Organization calls the change an orderly transition after the turbulent Bangkok pageant drew scrutiny over judging and delegate welfare.

Overview

  • The organization said on Dec. 12 that Búcaro had concluded his tenure, one month after taking the role in November following Anne Jakrajutatip’s June departure.
  • MUO president Raul Rocha Cantu confirmed the exit and said the CEO transition is proceeding in a structured process, with a successor announcement expected shortly.
  • In a statement, Búcaro defended his conduct as adhering to high ethical standards and described his time at MUO as an invaluable period of learning.
  • The 74th Miss Universe in Bangkok featured a viral confrontation involving executive Nawat Itsaragrisil and winner Fátima Bosch, reports of contestant illness, and operational complaints from delegates.
  • MUO denied claims of an impromptu jury or preselected finalists and continues to face attention over ownership issues, including a recent arrest warrant for former CEO Jakrajutatip tied to alleged fraud at JKN Global Group.