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When did Miss Mexico win Miss Universe 2025?
Today, 21 Nov 2025, Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch was crowned the 74th Miss Universe 2025 on Friday morning at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, Thailand. The 25-year-old humanitarian and fashion designer from Tabasco state captivated a global audience, emerging victorious in a competition that featured 120 delegates from around the world. Her crowning by outgoing titleholder Victoria Kjær Theilvig of Denmark marked Mexico’s fourth Miss Universe win, following in the footsteps of icons like Lupita Jones (1991), Ximena Navarrete (2010), and Andrea Meza (2020).
Themed “The Power of Love,” the pageant emphasized compassion, inclusivity, and empowerment, drawing millions of viewers via Telemundo, Peacock, and AIS Play. Hosted by American comedian Steve Byrne, with commentary from former winners Dayanara Torres (1993) and R’Bonney Gabriel (2022), the event opened with a high-energy performance by Thai singer Jeff Satur. Yet, beneath the sequins and spotlights lay a saga of scandals that tested the contestants’ mettle, turning Bosch’s journey into a symbol of defiance and grace.
What Were the Key Controversies Before the Miss Universe 2025 Finale?
The 2025 edition kicked off on November 3 with preliminary activities in Bangkok, Phuket, and Pattaya, but controversy quickly overshadowed the glamour. On November 4, during an unauthorized “Special Dinner and Talk Show” sash ceremony organized by Miss Universe Thailand chairman Nawat Itsaragrisil, Bosch was publicly reprimanded for missing promotional events. Itsaragrisil allegedly called her “dumb” and had her escorted out by security, prompting a mass walkout by several contestants in solidarity, including Theilvig herself, who decried the incident as “beyond disrespectful.”
The Miss Universe Organization (MUO) swiftly condemned the behavior as “malicious,” suspending the event and restricting Itsaragrisil’s involvement. Bosch, in a viral Instagram video, declared, “We’re in the 21st century, and I’m not a doll to be made up, styled, and have my clothes changed.” The fallout ignited a global feminist backlash, with supporters rallying under #MexicoConFatima, boosting her visibility and transforming her into a fan favorite.
Further turbulence ensued: A police probe into alleged MUO instructions for contestants to film gambling promos (later denied), the resignation of three judges—including French-Lebanese composer Omar Harfouch, who accused a “clandestine” committee of rigging the Top 30—and a last-minute judging panel overhaul. Amid it all, Bosch endured a personal setback, stepping on broken glass that pierced her foot, yet she powered through rehearsals with characteristic poise.
The preliminaries on November 15 featured swimsuit, evening gown, and closed-door interviews, whittling the field to 30 semifinalists. Public voting via the MUO app influenced outcomes, including the first-ever fan-voted Miss Congeniality award.
How Did Fátima Bosch Win Miss Universe 2025?
The grand finale unfolded in three riveting rounds: swimsuit, evening gown, and Q&A. From the initial 120, the Top 30—dominated by 14 Latinas—set a multicultural tone. Bosch dazzled in a sleek white monokini during swimsuit, channeling confidence born of adversity.
Narrowed to the Top 12 after evening gowns, the field included powerhouses from Chile, Colombia, Cuba, Guadeloupe, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Venezuela, China, Philippines, Thailand, Malta, and Côte d’Ivoire. Bosch’s emerald-green gown, evoking Mexico’s lush heritage, earned roars from the crowd.
The Top 5—Thailand’s Praveenar Singh, Philippines’ Ahtisa Manalo, Venezuela’s Stephany Adriana Abasali Nasser, Mexico’s Bosch, and Côte d’Ivoire’s Olivia Yacé—faced probing questions. First, on global issues for the UN General Assembly; then, a unifying query: “If you win Miss Universe, how would you use this platform to empower young girls?” Bosch’s response was electric: “We are here to speak up, to make changes, and together, we will make history.” Her words on creating safe spaces for women in 2025 resonated deeply, blending vulnerability with vision.
As confetti cascaded, Theilvig placed the Lumière de l’Infini crown on Bosch’s head, sealing her triumph. The arena erupted, with fellow contestants enveloping her in embraces—a stark contrast to the walkout weeks prior.
Who Made It to the Top 10, Top 7, and Top 3 in Miss Universe 2025?
- Top 10: Colombia, Cuba, Mexico, Philippines, Puerto Rico, Thailand, Venezuela, China, Guadeloupe, Malta
- Top 7: Mexico, Philippines, Thailand, Venezuela, Côte d’Ivoire, Colombia, Cuba
- Top 3: Mexico (Fátima Bosch), Thailand (Praveenar Singh), Venezuela (Stephany Adriana Abasali Nasser)
Final Placements:
1st Runner-Up: Thailand – Praveenar Singh
2nd Runner-Up: Venezuela – Stephany Adriana Abasali Nasser
3rd Runner-Up: Philippines – Ma. Ahtisa Manalo
4th Runner-Up: Côte d’Ivoire – Olivia Yacé
India’s Manika Vishwakarma, a 21-year-old political science student, shone in the Top 30 with her “Tree of Enlightenment” national costume but exited there, extending India’s drought since Harnaaz Sandhu’s 2021 win.
Who Is Fátima Bosch, Miss Universe 2025?
Fátima Bosch, 25, is the winner of Miss Universe 2025 who hails from the vibrant coastal state of Tabasco, Mexico, where she was born into a family that instilled values of creativity and community. A self-taught fashion designer, she launched her career at 18, blending traditional Mexican textiles with modern silhouettes in collections that celebrate indigenous artisans. Her eponymous label has dressed influencers and graced Mexico City Fashion Week, but Bosch’s true passion lies in humanitarian work.
As a dedicated volunteer, she founded “Hilos de Esperanza” (Threads of Hope), a nonprofit that provides sewing skills and microloans to single mothers in rural Tabasco, empowering over 500 women to achieve financial independence. “Beauty isn’t just skin deep; it’s in the stories we weave together,” she often says, drawing from her own experiences overcoming bullying in school and navigating a male-dominated design industry.
Crowned Miss Universe Mexico on September 13, 2025, in Guadalajara amid controversy—where only four contestants hugged her, backing runner-up Yoana Gutiérrez—Bosch faced immediate backlash. Yet, her encounter with pageant legend Osmel Sousa, “The Beauty Czar,” reaffirmed her resolve. Active on Instagram with 1.8 million followers, she shares glimpses of her modeling gigs, family barbecues, and childhood sketches, humanizing her poised public persona.
With a degree in fashion design from the Universidad del Valle de México, Bosch dreams of global collaborations that uplift marginalized voices. As Miss Universe, she vows to amplify women’s rights, mental health advocacy, and sustainable fashion. “This crown isn’t mine alone—it’s for every girl who dared to speak up,” she tearfully declared post-crowning.
What Is the Legacy of Fátima Bosch’s Miss Universe 2025 Victory?
For now, Bosch embarks on her reign, whilst eyes turn to Miss Universe 2026 in Puerto Rico. Her victory, forged in fire, underscores the pageant’s evolution: from beauty to bold impact. In a year of global unrest, Bosch’s story reminds us that love—fierce, unapologetic—can indeed conquer all.
