21.11.2025 09:16
The crown of Miss Universe 2025 was awarded to the Mexican contestant Fatima Bosch, who made headlines due to a dispute with the director. The fact that Turkey's representative, Ceren Arslan, despite winning first place in four categories, was not even included in the top 30 has sparked controversy. There are discussions about the fairness of the competition.
Mexico's 25-year-old representative Fatima Bosch achieved a great victory by winning the Miss Universe 2025 crown despite the tensions, insult controversies, and protest marches that took place over the three-week period. Crowned by last year's winner, Danish Victoria Kjær Theilvig, Bosch had been favored since the beginning of the competition.
According to CNN, the second place in the final went to Thailand's representative Praveenar Singh, while Stephany Abasali from Venezuela, Ahtisa Manalo from the Philippines, and Olivia Yacé from Ivory Coast made it to the top five.
A HISTORIC FIRST ON A PLATFORM WITH 120 COUNTRIES COMPETING
This year, contestants from 120 different countries participated in the Miss Universe stage. Nadeen Ayoub, representing Palestine, made history by participating in the competition and drew attention by making it to the last 30 with her performance.
The final night was hosted by American comedian Steve Byrne. The opening performance was by Thai artist Jeff Satur. After the swimsuit and evening gown segments, the contestants answered United Nations-themed questions on global issues.
Bosch received great applause for her response to the final question: "Believe in the power of your own uniqueness. Your dreams and your heart are valuable," earning full marks from the jury and the audience.
THAI DIRECTOR'S INSULT SHOCKED THE AGENDA
The most discussed incident before the competition was when Miss Universe Thailand director Nawat Itsaragrisil yelled at Fatima Bosch in a meeting for "not promoting enough." Some claims suggested that Nawat implied Bosch was "stupid"; however, Nawat denied this, stating he only accused her of "causing harm."
Security was called after Bosch stood up against the derogatory remarks. During this moment, other contestants supported Bosch by leaving the hall. While the incident drew global reactions, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum described the events as "aggressiveness" and stated that she found Bosch's stance "honorable."
TURKEY'S REPRESENTATIVE CEREN ARSLAN ELIMINATED, REACTIONS MOUNTED
Ceren Arslan, who represented our country in Miss Universe 2025, drew attention from the first day of the competition with her beauty, posts, and costume adorned with Ottoman motifs.
DECISION SPARKED OUTRAGE
26-year-old Arslan received significant support by ranking first in four categories in online voting, yet she did not make it to the top 30 in the final ranking. After the list was announced, reactions grew on social media. Users criticized the results as "suspicious and political." Arslan thanked those who supported her in a video she shared.