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Mexico’s Fatima Bosch Crowned Miss Universe 2025

Digital Desk: Mexico's Fatima Bosch has been awarded Miss Universe 2025, defeating contestants from over 130 countries in this year's worldwide beauty competition. The 25-year-old was crowned by last year's winner, Victoria Kjaer Theilvig of Denmark, at a ceremony in Thailand. Puerto Rico has been announced as the host country for next year's Miss Universe pageant.

Contestants from diverse countries claimed the runner-up spots, demonstrating the competition's global reach.

Congratulations to our new Miss Universe.
Tonight, a star was born. Her grace, strength, and radiant spirit captured the hearts of the world, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome her as our new queen. The universe shines a little brighter with her leading the way. ✨???????? pic.twitter.com/HKYa3Z5dfz

— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) November 21, 2025

Thailand's Praveenar Singh was crowned first runner-up, with Stephany Abasali of Venezuela finishing second. Ahtisa Manalo of the Philippines finished third, followed by Olivia Yace of the Ivory Coast in fourth.

While the Miss Universe Organisation has not officially announced the prize money for 2025, sources indicate that it will be around $250,000, similar to the reward granted to Victoria Kjaer in 2024. In addition, the winner is paid a monthly stipend of $50,000 to cover travel, public appearances, and brand-related obligations.

Aside from the monetary incentives, the titleholder receives other notable benefits, including a magnificent residence in the heart of New York City and the legendary Miss Universe crown, which is valued at around $5 million.