In a spectacular but drama-filled finale at the Impact Challenger Hall in Bangkok, Thailand, Fatima Bosch of Mexico has been crowned Miss Universe 2025. The 74th edition of the global pageant concluded on November 21st with the 26-year-old fashion advocate securing the coveted Mikimoto crown, marking Mexico's fourth victory in the pageant's history.
Bosch’s triumph is particularly noteworthy as her journey was defined by resilience, overcoming a significant, high-profile controversy that unfolded just weeks before the final night.
A Controversial Path to the Crown
The atmosphere surrounding the pageant was electric, fueled in part by a dramatic confrontation involving Bosch and a Miss Universe executive earlier in the month. Bosch drew global headlines after she was publicly and disrespectfully reprimanded during a live-streamed event over a sponsorship issue. In a defining moment that earned her widespread support and was lauded by many as a feminist statement, Bosch stood her ground, asserting her dignity as a woman and a representative of her country. This moment of strength resonated deeply, transforming her from a contestant into an unexpected symbol of female empowerment.
The Final Competition
Bosch emerged victorious over a field of over 100 contestants from around the globe. The final five showcased grace and intellect, but it was Bosch's poised and confident answer in the final round that sealed her win.
The outgoing Miss Universe 2024, Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark, passed on the title in an emotional crowning moment.
| Placement | Contestant | Country |
| Miss Universe 2025 | Fatima Bosch | Mexico |
| 1st Runner-Up | Praveenar Singh | Thailand |
| 2nd Runner-Up | Stephany Abasali | Venezuela |
| 3rd Runner-Up | Ahtisa Manalo | Philippines |
| 4th Runner-Up | Olivia Yacé | Côte d'Ivoire |
India's representative, Manika Vishwakarma, made a strong showing, placing in the Top 30 but was eliminated before the Top 12 round.
Beyond the Crown: Fatima Bosch’s Platform
Fatima Bosch, a native of Villahermosa, Tabasco, is a passionate advocate for sustainable fashion, using her degree in Fashion and Apparel Design to create art from discarded materials. Moreover, the new Miss Universe has been open about her struggles with dyslexia and ADHD during her childhood, a challenge she now turns into a message of resilience for the neurodivergent community. She is also dedicated to animal welfare and has spent nearly a decade volunteering with children battling cancer.
Her victory is seen not just as a beauty pageant win, but as a powerful moment for speaking up against injustice and promoting the 'Power of Love'—the theme of this year's pageant—through strength and authenticity.
