HIGHLIGHTS: Miss Universe 2025

Omar Harfouch shared a photo he claims shows Miss Universe owner Raul Rocha embracing Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch.

Miss Universe president Raul Rocha defended the pageant from allegations that Fatima Bosch’s win was rigged.

After he resigned from the Miss Universe 2025 judging panel, Omar Harfouch alleged that this year’s winner was already “predetermined.”

Fans and celebrities raised personal doubts over the Miss Universe 2025 results which has Ahtisa Manalo as the third runner up.

Catriona Gray raised doubts about the weight of the Q&A segment in Miss Universe 2025 after this year’s results drew mixed reactions.

If AI were asked to judge the Miss Universe 2025 final Q&A portion, the results might look different from what the live judges decided.

R’Bonney Gabriel drew attention online after speaking Filipino and Spanish while hosting the Miss Universe 2025 preliminaries

‘THIS IS JUST THE BEGINNING OF BIG THINGS FOR YOU’ 👑

LOOK: Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach congratulates Ahtisa Manalo on her performance at Miss Universe 2025, where she came in as 3rd runner-up.

“Thank you for carrying the Philippines with so much beauty, heart, and… pic.twitter.com/SxmNYhOWZW

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

NEW QUEEN 👑

Fatima Bosch of Mexico is Miss Universe 2025! Here's her winning answer.

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The most beautiful day in the universe saw the coronation of Fatima Bosch of Mexico as Miss Universe in Thaialnd.

LOOK: The Miss Universe 2025 runner-ups have been formally named following the announcement of the new titleholder.

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WE’RE SO PROUD OF YOU, AHTISA!

BREAKING: Philippines' Ahtisa Manalo is 3rd Runner-Up in the Miss Universe 2025 pageant.

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

THANK YOU, MISS UNIVERSE 2024

LOOK: Miss Universe 2024 Victoria Kjær Theilvig takes her final walk on the stage, delivering an emotional farewell before passing on the crown. | 📷: Screengrab from iWant

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

Ahtisa Manalo of the Philippines is one step closer to the Miss Universe 2025 crown after she emerged as one of the Top 5 finalists.

WHO’S YOUR BET?

Here are the Top 5 finalists gunning for this year’s Miss Universe crown.

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ETHEREAL 🫧✨

LOOK: Miss Universe Philippines Ahtisa Manalo gives a closer look at her intricate evening gown designed by Val Taguba. | 📸: Manalo/Instagram

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GET THAT CROWN, AHTISA! 👑

BREAKING: Ahtisa Manalo makes it to the Miss Universe 2025 Top 5! 👑

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

OUR QUEEN 👑

LOOK: Philippine bet Ahtisa Manalo dazzles in her evening gown at the Miss Universe 2025 coronation. | 📷: Screengrab from iWant

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

Here are your Miss Universe 2025 Top 12 candidates. Who do you think will win this year’s crown?

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

Ahtisa Manalo secured her spot in the Top 12 during the finals show of the Miss Universe 2025 on Friday, Nov. 21 in Bangkok, Thailand.

LET’S GO! 🇵🇭

Ahtisa Manalo advances to the Top 12 of Miss Universe 2025.

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

BEHIND AHTISA’S FIESTA FLAIR 💃

WATCH: Professional dance coach of Salinggawi Dance Troupe, Stephen Ramos Biadoma, guides Miss Universe Philippines Ahtisa Manalo in her fiesta-inspired national costume at the 2025 Miss Universe.

“So happy you made those turns effortlessly. You… pic.twitter.com/WGbkznTtPB

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

Ahtisa Manalo was guided by a professional dance coach for her choreography for the Miss Universe 2025 national costume competition.

AHTISA IS ON FIRE! 🔥

Philippines’ Ahtisa Manalo sizzles in her swimwear during the Miss Universe 2025’s coronation in Thailand. | 📷:

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

Ahtisa Manalo has continued her journey to the Miss Universe 2025 crown after she entered the Top 30 finalists at the coronation show.

DID YOUR BET MAKE THE LIST?

Here are the candidates who have advanced to the pageant’s Top 30.

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RAISE OUR FLAG! 🇵🇭

Philippines’ Ahtisa Manalo enters the Top 30 of the #MissUniverse2025

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

LOOK: Steve Byrne is the official host of the 74th Miss Universe pageant in Thailand. | 📷: Screengrab from iWant

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A total of 120 delegates graced the final show of the 74th edition of the Miss Universe held on Friday, Nov. 21 in Thailand. 

‘FEELING KO MAGPAPAHINGA AKO THIS YEAR’

LOOK: Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray showed her support for Ahtisa Manalo at the Miss Sultan Kudarat pageant, when Gray was asked about fans always replaying her journey every year.

“Feeling ko baka magpapahinga ako this year. Best of… pic.twitter.com/fM4CY5OAXJ

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

LABAN, AHTISA!

LOOK: Philippines’ Ahtisa Manalo steps into the spotlight as she aims to bring home the crown at the 74th Miss Universe pageant happening today, November 21, in Thailand. | 📷: Screengrab from iWant

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LOOK: The Miss Universe 2025 pageant has kicked off the coronation show in Nonthaburi, Thailand on Friday, Nov. 21.

The Philippines’ is represented by Ahtisa Manalo, who is aiming to bring home the country’s fifth crown from the international tilt. #MissUniverse2025 | 📸: iWant… pic.twitter.com/moXL498Pfa

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

‘Forever in our hearts’

LOOK: The Binibining Pilipinas expresses support for Ahtisa Manalo who is set to compete at the Miss Universe 2025 pageant coronation show in Thailand on Friday, Nov. 21.

“Today is the Miss Universe coronation, and our hearts are with you, Ahtisa… pic.twitter.com/R7paRWQ2oi

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

Ahtisa Manalo was a vision of perfection in an archer-themed set of photos released ahead of the 74th Miss Universe final competition.

WHO WILL TAKE HOME THE CROWN? 👑

Miss Universe 2025 coronation is happening today, November 21, in Thailand. And all eyes are on Ahtisa Manalo, who is proudly representing the Philippines and vying for the country’s fifth crown.

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— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

Ahead of the coronation show, Ahtisa Manalo landed the Miss Universe 2025 frontrunners lists made by established pageant platforms. 

GOOD LUCK, AHTISA! 🇵🇭

Philippines’ Ahtisa Manalo is vying for the country’s fifth Miss Universe crown, going head-to-head with 120 other candidates in the 74th edition of the global pageant.

• Follow our live updates here: https://t.co/eUbBAGRcVz pic.twitter.com/XLLHtet9Qk

— Inquirer (@inquirerdotnet) November 21, 2025

Michelle Dee is rooting for Ahtisa Manalo to bring home the country’s 5th Miss Universe crown, declaring that 2025 is the latter’s “moment.”

Ahtisa Manalo brought back her signature pivot move at preliminary competition, while making a finals-worthy Miss Universe 2025 performance.

Ahtisa Manalo is the Queen of Philippine Festivals” in the Miss Universe 2025’s national costume event, in Mak Tumang’s creation.

Filipino singer Louie Heredia will have a front row seat to the happenings on the Miss Universe stage as a member of the selection committee.

Ahtisa Manalo, PH’s delegate to the Miss Universe 2025 pageant, is all set for the high-stakes competitions ahead of the coronation show.

Ahtisa Manalo relived her days as a majorette in Quezon Province when she showcased her baton-twirling skills at Miss Universe event.

Nawat Itsaragrisil bows to Miss Universe org and cancels ‘Top 10 Special Dinner,’ but Ahtisa Manalo’s 1.6 million votes will come to waste.

Miss Universe president Raul Rocha admonished Thai host organizer Nawat Itsaragrisil following a walkout of some delegates.

Miss Universe 2025 candidates walked out on Nawat Itsaragrisil after he confronted Miss Mexico ahead of the sashing ceremony.