Italy Morarepresentative of Panamaat Miss Universe 2023, he spoke out after the scandal that sparked his expulsion from the competition.
Italy Morarepresentative of Panamahas been withdrawn from Miss Universe 2023. The decision was announced through an official statement. According to the text published on the pageant’s website, which this year will be presented by Mario Lopez, The expulsion occurred after an “exhaustive evaluation.” After the scandal unleashed, Miss PanamaHe spoke for the first time through his official Instagram account.
Italy Mora, Miss Panama, breaks her silence after being expelled from Miss Universe 2023
The Miss Universe 2023 website stated that the disciplinary commission, in charge of ensuring the integrity and values of the pageant, carried out a complete audit on the case of Italy Mora and, based on the information obtained and reviewed, concluded that withdrawal was the most appropriate decision in this case. “Confidentiality is essential in any disciplinary process. By protecting sensitive and personal information, we not only guarantee justice and equity in our decisions, but also the dignity of all those involved,” they added.
On the other hand, Miss Panama spoke on his official account instagram and admitted her sadness after being separated from the competition in the midst of all the preparation she was a part of last year.

Italy Mora was chosen Miss Panama to compete in Miss Universe 2023. Photo: Composition LR/Italy Mora/Instagram
“I was told that this measure was taken due to non-compliance with leaving the room, which I admit occurred to put on makeup and pick up personal items, unfortunately, I trusted, without following instructions, without considering consequences. However, I want to express that I consider it was a measure severe, and that, instead, could have been solved with a dialogue or call for attention,” said the former beauty queen. “This event has been difficult to assimilate emotionally, especially due to the time, effort, resources and support of the people who made my preparation to represent my country possible,” he added.
Summary: Italy Mora speaks out about her expulsion from Miss Universe
- Italy Mora, representative of Panama, was withdrawn from the Miss Universe 2023 pageant, according to an official statement.
- The decision was made after a “thorough evaluation” by the Miss Universe disciplinary commission, which focuses on maintaining the integrity and values of the pageant.
- The commission concluded that withdrawal was the appropriate measure after a full audit of the case.
- Italy Mora broke her silence on Instagram, expressing her sadness at being separated from the competition and explaining that her departure was due to a breach for leaving the room without following directions.
- Mora considers that the sanction was severe and that it could have been resolved with a dialogue or a warning, since time, effort and resources were dedicated to preparing him to represent Panama.