Catriona Gray, Miss Universe 2018, raised a pointed question after the Miss Universe 2025 finale, asking whether the question-and-answer portion still holds any significance in determining the winner. She shared her thoughts on her Instagram broadcast channel, accompanied by a sad-face and broken-heart emoji.
Her comment sparked strong reactions from pageant fans and public figures, many of whom expressed disappointment over how the final results played out, especially considering the importance traditionally given to the Q&A segment.