The 2025 Miss Universe title went to Fátima Bosch, and the runner-up handled it gracefully. Get to know Miss Thailand Veena Praveenar Singh.

The pageant, held in Thailand under the theme “The Power of Love,” was marred by scandal since the contestants arrived in Bangkok, the capital, in early November.

Miss Universe 2025 winner Fatima Bosch officially stepped into her new role after being crowned when the pageant took place in Thailand. Representing Mexico, she captured the attention of millions of viewers worldwide as she stood out among the 120 delegates to claim this year’s title.

Miss Costa Rica Mahyla Roth competes in the national costume competition at the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant in Nonthaburi province, Thailand, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025. Contestants compete in the national costume competition at the Miss Universe Beauty Pageant in Nonthaburi province, Thailand, Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025.

With the Miss Universe 2025 final days away, Mexico’s director faces arrest in Thailand, adding drama to Fátima Bosch’s competition journey

Miss Universe contestant Fátima Bosch, who found herself caught in the center of a pageant controversy, has been crowned winner. Miss Mexico Bosch, 25, won the competition, which was held Friday, November 21,

Natalie Glebova was appointed to judge the 2025 Miss Universe competition after judge Omar Harfouch dropped out, claiming questions of "transparency" surrounding the pageant's selection committee. It later came to light that Glebova had also personally coached one of the Miss Universe contestants there representing Canada,