Sun Nov 17 06:38:02 UTC 2024: ## Miss Panama Disqualified from Miss Universe Over Hotel Room Visit
**Mexico City, Mexico** – Italy Mora, representing Panama in the Miss Universe 2024 pageant, has been disqualified from the competition days before the event after violating security protocols. Mora, 19, reportedly visited her boyfriend’s hotel room without permission from organizers, a breach of competition rules.
Mora and her boyfriend, Juan Abadia, reportedly invested nearly $100,000 in preparation for the pageant. While Mora claims the visit was to retrieve personal items and get her makeup done, the Miss Universe Organization confirmed her disqualification for violating security guidelines.
Despite the setback, Mora maintains a positive attitude, posting a new photograph on Instagram and receiving an outpouring of support from fans. Some speculate the disqualification was a publicity stunt designed to boost ratings. Regardless, Mora’s future aspirations remain bright, with some fans suggesting she compete in Miss International.
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