Liputan6.com, Jakarta The world's most prestigious beauty pageant, Miss Universe 2025, was successfully held at Impact Challenger Hall, Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, Thailand, on Friday, November 21, 2025.
This festive evening witnessed the crowning of Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch, as the new beauty queen.
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The grand finale began promptly at 8:00 a.m. Thailand time, attracting the attention of millions of viewers from around the world.
With the theme "The Power of Love," Miss Universe 2025 sought to unite the contestants in a spirit of empowerment, unity, and resilience.
However, the event was not free from public scrutiny due to several controversial incidents that occurred throughout the competition.
Various accusations and shocking incidents marred the journey leading up to the crowning night.
Fans in the United States can watch a rebroadcast of the grand finale on Thursday, November 20, 2025, on Telemundo and Peacock.
International viewers can also watch on the official Miss Universe YouTube channel.
The pageant has also announced Puerto Rico as the host for the upcoming Miss Universe 2026 pageant.
Fátima Bosch Crowned in Thailand
Miss Mexico, Fátima Bosch, captivated the jury and global audience, crowning herself as the winner of Miss Universe 2025.
She achieved this victory after a rigorous competition showcasing the talent, intelligence, and advocacy of contestants from various countries.
This crowning was the culmination of the hard work and dedication Bosch demonstrated during quarantine and the pre-competition period.
The grand finale was held at the magnificent Impact Challenger Hall in Pak Kret, Nonthaburi, Thailand, also known as the IMPACT Arena.
Thailand was selected as the host of Miss Universe 2025 after a fierce competition with several other countries, including Argentina, Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic, Morocco, India, South Africa, and Spain.
The coronation night was hosted by American comedian and actor Steve Byrne, with commentators from Miss Universe 1993 Dayanara Torres and Miss Universe 2022 R'Bonney Gabriel.
Thai musician Jeff Satur also enlivened the event with a special performance.
Controversy Marks Miss Universe 2025
Despite its successful run, Miss Universe 2025 was not without its share of controversies that attracted public attention.
One of the most notable incidents was when Miss Mexico Fátima Bosch was called "stupid" by pageant executive Nawat Itsaragrisil during a pre-competition event.
Furthermore, allegations of jury rigging and the presence of "impromptu judges" who allegedly unfairly selected finalists emerged.
Despite this, the Miss Universe organization strives to maintain its focus on the positive message of "The Power of Love" and the spirit of women's empowerment.
This controversy is expected to serve as a valuable lesson for future events, including Miss Universe 2026, which will be held in Puerto Rico.
Global Viewing Access and Rule Changes
For viewers in the United States, the Miss Universe 2025 grand finale will air on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 8:00 PM ET, adjusting for the time difference with Thailand.
The broadcast can be accessed via Telemundo, the Peacock streaming service, and the Telemundo app.
Telemundo's advance coverage begins one hour before the main event, giving viewers a chance to follow the preparations.
In some countries, there are official broadcasters such as AIS PLAY in Thailand and ABS-CBN Corporation in the Philippines.
These diverse viewing options ensure that fans everywhere can follow every crucial moment of the competition.
In addition to the grand finale, the preliminary competition and National Costume section will also be broadcast on Wednesday, November 19, 2025.
The event can be watched live on the Telemundo App, the @telemundoentretenimiento YouTube channel, and the Telemundo Al Día FAST Channel.
Rule changes also occurred at Miss USA, where the age limit for contestants was lifted, allowing women over 28 to compete, with the winner going on to represent the US at Miss Universe 2025.