Miss World Contestant Walks Out: ‘Pageant Made Me Feel Like a Prostitute’

Miss World Contestant Quits Pageant Over ‘Prostitute’ Feeling

A Miss World contestant has made a dramatic exit from the competition, citing deeply unsettling ethical concerns.

‘I Felt Exploited’

Megan Magee, who represented Northern Ireland, spoke frankly to British tabloid The Sun about her experience. She expressed profound disappointment with the pageant’s environment, stating that it felt exploitative and did not reflect her personal values.

Magee, who originally entered the competition with the belief that beauty should come with a purpose, said the pageant made her feel like a ‘prostitute.’ This jarring statement highlights the contestant’s discomfort and disillusionment with the event’s focus on physical appearance and its perceived objectification of women.

The ‘Beauty With A Purpose’ Ideal

The Miss World pageant promotes the idea of ‘beauty with a purpose,’ encouraging contestants to use their platform to advocate for important causes. Magee’s decision to withdraw suggests a deep conflict between this stated ideal and the reality of the pageant experience, as she perceived it.