Miss Universe 2025 is a “Fake Winner,” Claims Former Miss Universe Judge

The Miss Universe 2025 pageant has been rocked by a major controversy, with a former judge declaring the winner, Mexico’s Fatima Bouch, a “fake” victor. Lebanese-French composer and ex-judge Omar Harfouch has made stunning allegations that the competition was fixed.

The scandal began when Omar Harfouch resigned from the judges’ panel just before the final, claiming the outcome was pre-determined.

The Allegations: Business Ties and a Pre-Selected Winner

In a bold public statement, Harfouch alleged that Miss Universe owner Raul Rocha had pre-selected Fatima Bouch to win. The reason, he claims, was due to existing business relationships between Rocha and Bouch’s father.

“I announced on HBO 24 hours before the final that Miss Mexico would win because Miss Universe owner Raul Rocha has business with Fatima Bouch’s father,” Harfouch stated on social media.

Fatima Bouch Crowned Miss Universe 2025 After a Dramatic and Controversial Pageant

He provided further explosive details, alleging that Rocha and his son had asked him a week prior in Dubai to vote for Bouch. According to Harfouch, they insisted she should win because “it would be good for our business.”

The Organization’s Response and Counter-claims

In response, the Miss Universe Organization (MUO) and its president, Raul Rocha, firmly denied all allegations. Rocha stated that he had removed Harfouch from the panel, not the other way around. He claimed Harfouch’s comments were damaging the reputation of the organization’s charitable programs.

The MUO shared text messages with Harfouch, informing him of his removal and criticizing his comments as harmful to the brand. The organization denied the existence of any “secret committee” and affirmed that all decisions were made transparently.

As the situation escalates, the MUO has also banned Harfouch from any future association with the brand.

This controversy has cast a shadow over Fatima Bouch’s victory and sparked a global debate about the integrity and transparency of one of the world’s most famous beauty pageants.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are the allegations against Miss Universe 2025?
Former judge Omar Harfouch alleges that the winner, Mexico’s Fatima Bouch, was pre-selected by the pageant owner due to business ties with her father, making the competition fixed.

2. What proof does the ex-judge have?
Omar Harfouch claims he has evidence and that full details will be revealed in a documentary on HBO in May 2026. He also references private conversations with the pageant owner.

3. How has the Miss Universe Organization responded?
The organization has denied all allegations, stating the competition was fair and transparent. They removed Harfouch as a judge and have banned him from any future association with the brand.

4. Is Miss Mexico still the titleholder?
As of now, despite the controversy, Fatima Bouch remains the crowned Miss Universe 2025, as the organization stands by the results of the competition.