Pia Wurtzbach

“I've been getting Obagi prior to my being an endorser because my dermatologist prescribes the brand and I always like it, knowing Obagi is a well-trusted name, of quality and is safe to use.”

“I think that the United States and the Philippines have always had a good relationship with each other. We were colonized by the Americans and we have their culture and our traditions even up to this day and I think that we're very welcoming with the Americans. And I don't see any problem with that at all.”

“I really lived and breathed Miss Universe.”

“When I want something really badly, whether it's good or bad, I never stop until I get it. It's part of the way I was brought up.”

“I didn't want any other crown when I joined Binibining Pilipinas.”

“The future is a big place.”

“Beauty and fashion are a form of expression and it doesn't have to come with a price tag. It depends on what suits each person.”

“Everyday, we all struggle to be comfortable with our imperfections.”

“When I want something, I stop at nothing to get what I want, even if it takes a while.”

“You have to take into account the arc of your foot when you're buying heels.”

“If there are any offers, opportunities to work abroad in the U.S., then why not? I'll definitely try that out.”

“I'm so glad I never lost my drive because turns out, I was right! Now I'm finally wearing the Philippine sash in the most prestigious pageant in the world.”

“I think it would be a little bit difficult for two girls to share a crown.”

“I pay my taxes when I was with ABS-CBN as an actress; when I was with Binibini, so I'll continue on doing that as long as I'm earning money here, like everybody else.”

“We have miles to go to end AIDS in the Philippines and we need to equip young people with the right information and enable them to access services that are safe and responsive to their needs.”

“I hope to meet a lot of people from different walks of life from different parts of the world.”

“To be a Miss Universe is both an honor and responsibility.”

“We never considered Christmas a holiday because the budget was really tight, so Christmas was just a usual day for us.”

“I want to see how far I can go with my body. I always tell myself that I will be fit, but it never happens.”

“I started modeling when I was 11 years old and acting when I was 12.”