Miss SA Mia Le Roux On Battling Vertigo And Withdrawing From Miss Universe
Miss South Africa, Mia le Roux, recently opened up about her struggles with vertigo, a condition worsened by her hearing impairment. This health battle led her to withdraw from the Miss Universe pageant in Mexico just days before the big event.
Le Roux, the first hearing-impaired Miss SA, shared that her vertigo became unmanageable during the preliminary competition, causing her to lose balance and fall multiple times. “On the night of the prelims, I was all set to showcase my national costume, but my body just said no. My vertigo was too intense,” she explained.
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Mia Le Roux Stepping Back
While waiting backstage, Mia found herself repeatedly falling and unable to stand without support. After discussing with the production team, she decided it wasn’t safe for her to go on stage. “I had to come to terms with the fact that this wasn’t the path meant for me,” she said.
Le Roux explained that her hearing impairment significantly increases her risk of vertigo, a severe dizziness that affects balance. “Balance is all in your ears. With my condition, vertigo can get really bad. Even after seeking medical help in Mexico, my condition wasn’t improving,” she shared.
After consulting a specialist in Mexico, Mia is now feeling much better. She remains proud and committed to fostering inclusivity. “It’s not enough to just open doors. We need systems in place for true inclusivity,” she stated.
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Le Roux is determined to use her platform to support others and promote new standards in pageantry. “I’ll keep fighting for everyone with dreams and passions. Together, we can create new norms, and I’m proud to continue serving as your Miss South Africa,” Mia affirmed.
Gratitude and Support
Mia expressed deep gratitude for the support she’s received. “I’m so thankful to the Miss SA organisation for their support and for empowering me to make this tough decision. Thank you all for your kind wishes, support, and prayers,” she said, emphasizing the importance of ubuntu and upholding those values.
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