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Miss Universe Contestants Allegedly Forced To Do Naked Physical Examinations

The women claim that they were forced to do topless "body checks" and even be photographed in these vulnerable situations. The Miss Universe Organization has responded to the allegations.

By Gina Florio2 min read
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Six Miss Universe Indonesia contestants have lodged police complaints against the pageant's organizers, alleging sexual harassment during "body checks." The contestants claimed that they were instructed to undress to their underwear for physical examinations in a room containing over 20 individuals. According to their attorney, Mellisa Anggraeni, they were then photographed without their tops.