Miss Mexico Fátima Bosch has been crowned Miss Universe 2025. She faced controversy when Thai director Nawat Itsaragrisil called her ‘dumb’ during a live event.

This year’s Miss Universe pageant took place on 21 November 2025, at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, Thailand.

The event started at 8am Thai time. Tangia Zaman Methila, representing Bangladesh, could not bring the nation the crown.

The theme for this year’s pageant was ‘The Power of Love’, focusing on unity, empowerment, and resilience.

The judging panel included personalities like Saina Nehwal, Natalie Glebova, and Louie Heredia. However, Hindustan Times reports that the event has been surrounded by controversies, including allegations of rigging and conflicts of interest, leading to the resignation of three judges.

Miss Universe 2026 will be hosted in Puerto Rico. It will be the 75th, silver jubilee edition of the pageant.