Miss Universe Organization slams online posts promoting unauthorized event

The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) has issued an official statement addressing online posts circulating on social media about an event described as a “Special Dinner & Talk Show.”

In a statement released across all its social media platforms on Monday, MUO clarified the said event is “not authorized.”

“Any independent or third-party activity using the Miss Universe name, logo, marks, or related branding without prior written authorization is considered a violation of intellectual property rights and brand integrity,” the statement read.

It added, “The Organization further declares that any promotional materials, contests, or voting initiatives currently circulating online under the Miss Universe name, including those associated with the aforementioned event, are unauthorized and misleading."

But on Sunday, Miss Universe Thailand’s official social media pages posted about a “Special Dinner & Talk Show,” encouraging netizens to vote for Miss Universe candidates through Facebook and Instagram likes and shares. 

According to MUO's statement, “such initiatives do not represent the values, operations, or official activities of the Miss Universe Organization.” 

“The Organization reaffirms its ongoing commitment to protecting its delegates, partners, sponsors, and the global public from misleading or unauthorized activities,” they added.

Ahtisa Manalo arrived in Bangkok, Thailand, on Sunday for the Miss Universe 2025 competition.

The beauty queen from Quezon Province is vying for the Philippines’ fifth Miss Universe crown. The coronation night will be held on November 21.

— Hermes Joy Tunac/LA, GMA Integrated News