Who Will Win Miss Universe? Osmel Sousa Reveals His Favorites

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Osmel Sousa, known worldwide as the Czar of Beauty, visited the show En Casa con Telemundo and opened up about key topics in the pageant world—from his departure from Miss Universe to the controversies surrounding several contestants.

The expert in beauty queens reflected on his career and how he is experiencing this new stage away from the organization that shaped much of his professional life.

During the interview, Carlos Adyan asked him how he feels after finishing his work in the most important beauty pageant in the world.

The Cuban icon responded confidently that he feels satisfied and at peace with what he accomplished.

A New Stage for the Czar of Beauty

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“I feel very comfortable. I achieved what I wanted, which was to be at Miss Universe, and I have the best memories, affection, and attention from my time there,” he said with nostalgia and pride.

He added that now he enjoys the freedom to speak and create content without the limitations he had while inside the organization. “I love to talk, but over there I couldn’t say certain things,” he joked during the conversation.

With close relationships to many queens and contestants, Sousa explained that his life remains tied to pageants, though now from a different perspective.

The interview then shifted toward analyzing the strongest candidates heading into Miss Universe 2025, which will once again be held in Asia.

His Top Miss Universe 2025 Favorites: Venezuela, Mexico, Nicaragua, and Cuba

Osmel Sousa highlighted Venezuela this year for its discipline, poise, and elegance. He said she is one of the “most polished” contestants and among the best dressed in the competition.

He also placed the candidates from Mexico, Nicaragua, and Cuba among the top contenders for the crown.

According to him, each one has solid qualities that could make them stand out during the final stretch of the pageant.

The conversation took a turn when Fátima Bosch, Mexico’s representative, was mentioned—especially given the controversy surrounding her.

Fátima Bosch: The Candidate Who Could Benefit From the Scandal

Osmel was clear in saying that, in his view, Fátima Bosch should win.

“She has all the qualities to be an absolute winner, and after this huge commotion around her, every media outlet will want to talk to her. For the competition, that will be very good,” he commented.

The statement drew attention due to Bosch’s recent conflict with Nawat Itsaragrisil, which made international headlines.

For Sousa, the combination of beauty, talent, and media exposure could work in her favor before the judges. The Czar also revisited old controversies that continue to spark debate in the pageant world.

Memories of 1993 and His Dispute Over Dayanara Torres’ Victory

Osmel Sousa again addressed Dayanara Torres’ 1993 coronation, a subject on which he maintains a firm stance.

“That year, when Dayanara competed—she is very beautiful and well-deserving of her win—the truth is that Miss Venezuela was the best of all,” he stated.

He clarified that he wasn’t saying it just because he prepared Milka Chulina, but because “everyone said so.” With his direct style, Sousa continues to spark conversation in the industry he has led for decades.

His expert opinions, his favorites for Miss Universe 2025, and his willingness to speak without filters keep him an influential figure in the beauty world, according to El Diario NY.