The Miss Universe Backlash Is Blowing Up

THE RUNDOWN

• On November 24, Olivia Yacé resigned as Miss Universe Africa & Oceania, cutting ties with the organisation.
• The 27-year-old contestant from Côte d’Ivoire had been a front-runner but placed fifth.
• Miss Universe Organisation owner Raul Rocha said Olivia’s VISA was among the reasons she didn’t win.
• Fellow contestant Ophély Mézino accuses Miss Universe of racism, tokenism and financial exploitation.
• The pageant, once owned by…