Mexico's Fatima Bosch defeated over 100 contestants to bag the 74th Miss Universe title, while Thailand's Praveenar Singh bagged the title for first Runner Up.
The 25-year-old, a fan favourite, had staged a walkout in her evening gown and heels early in the pageant after being berated by a Thai pageant director.
Fatima was crowned by last year's winner Victoria Kjær Theilvig from Denmark.
A visibly emotional Fatima was overwhelmed with joy as she was being crowned as Miss Universe. A teary-eyed Fatima was cheered up by her fellow beauty queens in a heartwarming moment.
Fátima Bosch Fernández, from Villahermosa, Tabasco, Mexico, has a deep compassion and empathy for animals. She was diagnosed with dyslexia, ADHD, and hyperactivity, but learned to transform these obstacles into her strengths. Bosch pursued a degree in Fashion and Apparel Design at Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City, and later furthered her studies at NABA -- Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti in Milan, Italy. Passionate about sustainable fashion, she now creates designs that give new life to discarded materials, blending artistry with purpose.
The Final Question During the Judges' Questions round, Bosch was asked what are the challenges of being a woman in 2025, and how she would use her Miss Universe platform to create a safe space for women around the world. “We are here to speak up and make a change. We are women and brave ones that stand up, the ones that will make history,” she answered confidently.
And for the final question, when asked how she would use her title to empower young girls, she replied: “As Miss Universe, I will say to them, believe in the power of your authenticity, believe in yourself, your dreams matter and your heart matters. Never let anyone make you doubt your worth, because you are worth everything.”
Miss Universe: The Runner-ups 1st runner-up: Thailand's Praveenar Singh
2nd runner-up: Venezuela's Stephany Abasali
3rd runner-up: Philippines' Ahtisa Manalo
4th runner-up: Ivory Coast's Olivia Yace
Fatima Bosch Controversy During the initial days of the pageant, Fatima Bosch was reportedly lambasted by Miss Universe host Nawat Itsaragrisil, who, during a livestream of the event, singled her out and called her a “dumbhead”.
The episode reportedly occurred due to a dispute over Bosch's failure to post promotional content on her social media. Nawat has denied using the term, but had called for security to intervene.
India Misses Out
Manika Vishwakarma, India's representative at the 74th Miss Universe, got eliminated at the Top 12 round, following the swimsuit presentation. She was competing alongside over 100 representatives from different countries, using her platform to promote inclusive education, mental wellness, and the power of artistic expression.
Steve Byrne, the internationally acclaimed performer, hosted the event, while Thai singer and songwriter Jeff Satur lit up the night with performances at the Opening Song and Top 5 round segments. A special Thai traditional performance offered a graceful tribute to the host nation. With movement inspired by centuries of artistry, the performance will weave culture, rhythm, and elegance into a moment that honours Thailand's timeless spirit.
According to the official press release, the pageant was evaluated by eight esteemed judges, one of whom has an Indian connection. Badminton legend Saina Nehwal judged the prestigious pageant, her first such experience.
