MAY bago ng may-ari ang Miss Universe Organization (MUO): ang Thai-owned conglomerate JKN Global Group na pinamumunuan ni Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip, isang transwoman.

Ayon sa ulat, nabili ng kumpanya ni Jakrajutatip ang MUO sa halagang $20 million (o P1.17 billion).

“We are incredibly honored to be acquiring The Miss Universe Organization and working with its visionary leadership team. The global reach of the Organization, its relationships with global partners and brands, and its wealth of content, licensing, and merchandising opportunities make this a strong, strategic addition to our portfolio,” ayon kay Jakrajutatip.

“We seek not only to continue its legacy of providing a platform to passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and traditions, but also to evolve the brand for the next generation,” dagdag niya.

Gaganapin Miss Universe pageant 2022 sa Jan. 14, 2023 sa New Orleans, Louisiana, USA. Si Celeste Cortesi ang representative ng Pikipinas.