Fátima Bosch Miss Universe Farewell: Mexican beauty approaches her final weeks as the reigning queen


As her reign as Miss Universe 2025 approaches its final weeks, Fátima Bosch opens up about her emotional farewell, the lessons she has learned, and why she refuses to let controversy define her legacy


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Shirley GomezSenior Writer
NOVEMBER 3, 2026 6:11 PM EST

Fátima Bosch is preparing to say goodbye to her Miss Universe crown, and the Mexican beauty queen has plenty to reflect on as one of the most talked-about chapters of her life comes to an end.

With the Miss Universe 2026 finale approaching, Bosch recently shared her feelings about her farewell, revealing that gratitude, personal growth, and the support of her followers are at the center of this emotional transition.

Miss Universe 2025 Fatima Bosch© Getty Images
Miss Universe 2025 Fatima Bosch during the 2026 Miss Costa Rica contest

The 25-year-old, who made history as the fourth Mexican woman to win Miss Universe, is expected to crown her successor on November 24, 2026, in Puerto Rico.

But before she takes her final walk as the reigning queen, Bosch is making it clear that her experience has been about much more than wearing a crown.

Fátima Bosch Opens Up About Her Emotional Miss Universe Farewell

During a recent conversation with reporters, Bosch spoke about the excitement of approaching the final days of her reign. “I'm super excited, very, very grateful,” she said, expressing how excited and grateful she feels as the competition in Puerto Rico gets closer.

When asked what she would take away from her experience, Bosch emphasized the lessons she learned and the affection she received throughout her reign.

“Oh, the truth is, with great gratitude, a lot of learning above all, and with much affection from the people,” she shared. For Bosch, the farewell represents the conclusion of a demanding year that brought international recognition, new opportunities, and intense public scrutiny. 

Fatima Bosch Fernández of Mexico (center) is celebrated after winning the title of Miss Universe 2025 (74th edition) at the final competition held at IMPACT Challenger Hall 2 in Nonthaburi, Thailand. The new queen from Mexico claimed the crown, while the representative of the host country, Veena Praveenar Singh from Thailand, achieved the remarkable position of 1st Runner-Up. The Miss Universe 2025 (74th edition) pageant showcased a massive field of talent, with a total of 120 beautiful contestants from around the world participating in the competition. (Photo by Arnun Chonmahatrakool/Thai News Pix/LightRocket via Getty Images)© Thai News Pix/LightRocket via Ge
Fatima Bosch of Mexico (center) is celebrated after winning the title of Miss Universe 2025 (74th edition) at the final competition

When Will Fátima Bosch Crown the Next Miss Universe?

The countdown to the Miss Universe 2026 finale is officially underway. The international competition will celebrate its 75th anniversary in Puerto Rico, where contestants from around the world will compete for the prestigious title. The event schedule includes the national costume competition on November 21, the preliminary competition on November 22, and the grand finale on November 24.

The final ceremony is scheduled to take place at the Coliseo de Puerto Rico José Miguel Agrelot.

Miss Universe 2026 stage revealed: Organization is going big on 75th anniversary© Miss Universe
Miss Universe 2026 stage revealed: Organization is going big on 75th anniversary

Bosch's successor will inherit the crown approximately one year after the Mexican contestant won the international title in Thailand in November 2025.