Jakkaphong 'Anne' Jakrajutatip, who identifies as a trans woman, sees the contest once owned by Donald Trump as a way to empower women and promote feminism
Thai transgender activist and media tycoon Jakapong "Anne" Jakrajutatip bought the 71-year-old Miss Universe Organisation, that was once co-owned by former US President Donald Trump.
BANGKOK - A Thai celebrity media tycoon, transgender rights advocate and new owner of the Miss Universe beauty pageant wants to use the event to inspire women like her and boost tourism. Jakapong "Anne" Jakrajutatip, CEO and biggest shareholder of JKN Global Group Pcl, is a celebrity in Thailand, starring in local versions of reality shows Project Runway and Shark.