Miss Belgium Pageant Under Scrutiny Following RTBF Investigation
The Miss Belgium pageant is facing mounting criticism after an investigation by RTBF, the Belgian public broadcaster, revealed numerous alleged issues within the competition. The report details concerning practices and has sparked widespread debate about the reality behind the glamour of the pageant world. This comes as beauty pageants continue to be a significant cultural phenomenon, often launching the careers of those who compete.
According to the RTBF investigation, several participants have come forward with allegations of mistreatment and questionable conduct. One contestant expressed feeling more like “a clown than anything else,” highlighting a perceived lack of respect and support within the organization.
Despite the controversy, the competition continues. Emily Baesen, representing Bierges, is a finalist in the Miss Belgium pageant and expressed her excitement, stating, “I have the impression of already having won everything.”
The investigation too prompted a nostalgic look back at past winners. A candidate from Tournai recently met with the 1954 Miss Belgium, offering a connection between the pageant’s history and its present challenges.
RTBF’s report sheds light on the darker side of the Miss Belgium pageant, alleging numerous irregularities behind the scenes. The investigation aims to expose the realities faced by contestants and prompt a reevaluation of the competition’s practices.
