Why did Barker recuse himself from the Miss Universe pageant in 1987?
Personal issues
Due to controversy over animal fur coats
Debates over pageant policy
Political reasons
Answer
Barker recused himself from the Miss Universe pageant in 1987 due to controversy over animal fur coats. Barker was a long-time supporter of animal rights and had spoken out against the use of fur in fashion. He felt that the use of fur in the Miss Universe pageant was inappropriate and that it sent the wrong message to young women.
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