A new Miss Universe has been crowned following a competition marred by controversy and internal disputes. The event, held in Mexico, saw numerous disruptions including judge resignations, allegations of improper conduct, and on-stage accidents before concluding with the crowning of Fatima Bosch of Mexico.
The pageant faced significant turbulence in its final days when multiple judges abruptly resigned from their positions. One departing judge publicly alleged that preliminary voting had been conducted without the official panel’s participation, claims that organizers firmly denied in an official statement.
Contestants also found themselves at the center of several dramatic incidents. During preliminary competitions, multiple participants experienced on-stage falls, with one delegate requiring hospital treatment following her tumble. Another contestant later clarified that her fall had been intentionally choreographed as part of her presentation.
The competition also witnessed political statements that extended beyond the typical pageant proceedings. One delegate incorporated clear political messaging through her choice of gown, while another used her platform to address international border conflicts during her speech.
Earlier in the competition, the newly crowned winner had temporarily withdrawn from events following what she described as disrespectful treatment from organizers. Her departure prompted support from fellow contestants and public figures, with many characterizing the incident as emblematic of broader concerns about women’s treatment in such competitions.
Despite the chaotic lead-up to the final ceremony, the pageant concluded with Bosch receiving the crown, overcoming the early challenges to claim the title in what many observers described as a surprising turnaround.
