In a startling development at the ongoing Miss World 2025 pageant held in Hyderabad, Miss England Milla Magee has announced her withdrawal from the competition, revealing deep emotional distress and allegations of exploitation.
In an exclusive interview with the British tabloid The Sun, Magee disclosed that she felt objectified and demeaned during the event, saying, “They looked at me like a prostitute.” She expressed discomfort with being paraded in front of wealthy male sponsors and pressured to entertain them, which ultimately led to her decision to quit.
The Miss England organization had initially cited “personal reasons” for her sudden exit, but Magee later clarified the situation, criticizing the pageant for its outdated practices and emphasis on superficial beauty over genuine purpose. Despite the event’s motto of “Beauty with a Purpose,” she argued that contestants were often reduced to mere objects of entertainment rather than respected participants.
Magee’s revelations have sparked widespread discussions about the treatment of women in beauty pageants and the mental health pressures contestants face in such high-stakes competitions. Advocates have called for reforms to ensure a safer, more respectful environment for participants.
Following Magee’s withdrawal, Charlotte Grant, the runner-up in the Miss England competition, has been appointed to represent England in the Miss World final, scheduled for May 31, 2025.
The incident has cast a shadow over the prestigious event and reignited conversations on the need for change in the global beauty pageant industry.
