
The Digest:
Mexico’s Fatima Bosch has been crowned Miss Universe 2025. The 74th edition of the pageant, held amid resignations, public confrontations, and political tensions, culminated in a victory for the 25-year-old humanitarian, celebrated as much for her poise under pressure as for her final answer on the global stage.
Key Points:
- Fatima Bosch was crowned Miss Universe 2025 by Denmark’s Victoria Kjær Theilvig.
- Her win followed a viral incident where a Thai director publicly insulted her.
- The controversy prompted contestant walkouts and a statement from Mexico’s president.
- Two judges resigned days before the finale, with one alleging the event was "pre-rigged."
- The top five included Thailand, Venezuela, the Philippines, and the Ivory Coast.
- Miss Palestine made history by reaching the top 30 in the competition.
- The pageant was marked by falls, political statements, and a leadership shake-up.
Sources: Pulse Nigeria, Social Media