6 Facts About 2025’s Miss Universe, Fátima Bosch!

We have a new Miss Universe! On November 21, 2025, Mexico’s Fátima Bosch took home the crown during the 74th edition of the competition. The highly anticipated event took place at the Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret Nonthaburi, Thailand. She won against 130 other contestants, with her runner-up being Miss Thailand’s Praveenar Singh. 

Bosch’s road to victory was not an easy one. She was bullied by Thai businessman and National Director of Miss Universe Thailand, Nawat Itsaragrisil. When the contestants attended a talk in Thailand hosted by Itsaragrisil on November 4, Itsaragrisil criticized Bosch for not participating in certain promotional activities for the pageant and its host country. He also made hurtful remarks toward her, calling her "dumb". This mistreatment led Bosch and her fellow contestants to walk out of the event. However, Bosch didn’t let this unfortunate encounter steal her spark. She impressed the judges with her charisma, talent and intelligence. Here are six facts you should know about Fátima Bosch!

1. She Has a Bachelor’s Degree in Fashion and Design Apparel

The 25-year-old has an eye for design. She earned her degree in fashion and design apparel at the Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City. She also completed additional training and studies at the Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti in Milan, Italy, and the Lyndon Institute in Vermont, USA. You can find her designs, alongside paintings and photographs on her creative Instagram account @fabofe.

2. She Advocates For Neurodivergence

As a child, Bosch was diagnosed with dyslexia and ADHD. When she was competing for Miss Universe Mexico, she spoke out about her struggles. She described what life was like for her dealing with these conditions. She said that living with dyslexia and ADHD made school very hard for her. She said she struggled with understanding her assignments and with sitting still during instruction time. She also said that schools often lack resources to properly help students with neurodivergent conditions. Despite these challenges, she accomplished a lot. She is now a voice for the neurodivergent community. 

3. She Is The Fourth Mexican To Be Crowned Miss Universe

Bosch is the fourth Mexican to win the Miss Universe title. The last Mexican contestant to win was Andrea Meza in 2020. Prior to Meza, Xiemena Navarrete took home the crown in 2010 and the very first Mexican to win Miss Universe was Lupita Jones in 1991.  

4. She Wasn’t Always a Fan of Beauty Pageants

There was a time when Fátima Bosch wouldn't have even considered trying for Miss Universe. In an interview with Hola America, she said that, while she always had a desire to serve others, she didn’t grow up dreaming about beauty pageants. She said she used to have a negative opinion about pageants. "I used to have a poor impression of beauty pageants. However, when I had the chance to speak with my director, George Figueroa, of Miss Universe Mexico, I clicked with him immediately. I realized they are making history by changing the narrative. They are looking for real women with real voices -- women who have things to say and spaces to claim."  

5. Her Hobbies Include Skiing and Horseback Riding 

Bosch is an active and adventurous woman. On her Instagram page, you’ll find various photos of her enjoying the snow and skiing. She also has pictures that show her skiing as a child. Clearly, a hobby that she grew up with and has carried to adulthood. She also loves horseback riding and has many gorgeous shots on her instagram account that show her love for the sport. 

6. She Loves Philanthropy

Bosch said that she loves giving back and her actions show proof of her words. For years, she has volunteered to help kids suffering with cancer. Her efforts include conducting a yearly toy drive drive at the Oncology Hospital of Tabasco. She is a true people’s queen!