At the 74th edition of the Miss Universe pageant held in Bangkok, Thailand, Fátima Bosch representing Mexico was crowned the winner. Her victory marks the fourth time a Mexican contestant has earned the Miss Universe title.
The competition was overshadowed by a number of controversies. Early in the event, Bosch reportedly clashed with pageant executive Nawat Itsaragrisil during a live-streamed sashing ceremony, where she was allegedly demeaned and called a “dummy.” The incident led to a walkout of several contestants in solidarity with Bosch.
Despite the turbulent lead-up, Bosch stood out in the final competition and was announced as the winner, with the first runner-up finishing as Miss Thailand, and strong performances from contestants representing Venezuela, the Philippines and the Ivory Coast.
In her acceptance remarks, Bosch emphasized the importance of women’s voices and authentic representation, saying she hoped to be remembered as someone who changed the prototype of what a Miss Universe could be.
What to Watch
- How Bosch’s reign will shape the Miss Universe Organization’s future emphasis on empowerment and change.
- Whether the pageant’s management responds to the internal controversies and allegations of bias or procedural irregularities.
- How Bosch uses her platform — beyond the crown — to advocate for causes she discussed during the competition.
Summary:
Fátima Bosch’s crowning as Miss Universe 2025 is both a personal triumph and a symbolic moment, emerging victorious amid a year of drama and claims of unfair treatment. Her win adds a fresh chapter to Mexico’s history in the pageant world and signals possible shifts in how beauty competitions frame voice and agency.
