The Miss Universe pageant’s “scheduled events and activities will continue as planned, in full cooperation with the host country and MGI, reaffirming our shared goal of delivering an exceptional global celebration that reflects the values of diversity, empowerment, and inclusion that define the Miss Universe legacy.”

Miss Universe Mexico Fátima Bosch found herself in the middle of multiple unexpected controversies during the lead-up to the 2025 Miss Universe beauty pageant. Bosch became the first-ever queen from the Mexican state of Tabasco to win Miss Universe Mexico in September 2025,

Other contestants walked out in solidarity with Fátima after a heated discussion with Miss Universe exec, Nawat Itsaragrisil.

After a Miss Universe event official called Miss Universe Mexico Fátima Bosch “dumb” during a pre-sash ceremony in Thailand, the 25-year-old contestant shared her response.

Itsaragrisil is a popular Thai media personality as well as the national director of Miss Universe Thailand and an executive of the Miss Universe Organization. He is also the owner of the Miss Grand International pageant.

Following the viral exchange with Fatima Bosch, Nawat Itsaragrisil apologized publicly and the Miss Universe Organization said it would limit his event participation

From afar, Fátima’s parents and brother expressed their pride and admiration for how she stood her ground with grace

Miss Universe Mexico Fátima Bosch is "stronger than ever" after an awkward confrontation with Miss Universe executive Nawat Itsaragrisil in Thailand.

Former Miss USA Noelia Voigt expressed her support for Miss Mexico Fátima Bosch after she was disrespected by a Miss Universe executive

Miss Universe contestants barged out of a pre-pageant event as they protested an executive who called one contender a “dummy” and ordered her removal during a heated exchange caught on camera.

Noelia Voigt, who won the Miss USA crown in 2023, weighed in on the controversy surrounding Miss Universe Thailand director Nawat Itsaragrisil.

On November 5, Andrea addressed the unfortunate incident during her appearance on "La Mesa Caliente" (Telemundo). She explained that she had waited until now to share her position, “considering the important and delicate role I have this year as part of the Miss Universe selection committee in Thailand.”