Pia Wurtzbach

thumb|right|Wurtzbach in 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach-Jauncey (born September 24, 1989), formerly professionally known as Pia Romero, is a Filipino model, actress, and beauty queen best known for winning the title of Miss Universe 2015. Previously, Wurtzbach won Binibining Pilipinas in 2015. She became the first Filipina to win in four decades. Quotes 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 in 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. During the first question and answer round, Wurtzbach was asked by host Steve Harvey, "Earlier this year, there was a controversy in the Philippines about the United States reopening a military base in your country. "Do you think the United States should have a military presence in your country?"Q&A: Pia Wurtzbach on US presence, being Miss Universe. Philstar.com. Retrieved December 13, 2025. To be a Miss Universe is both an honor and responsibility. If I were to be Miss Universe, I will use my voice to influence the youth and I would raise awareness to certain causes like HIV awareness that is timely and relevant to my country which is the Philippines. I want to show the world, the universe rather, that I am confidently beautiful with a heart. During the second round of the question and answer, the top three contestants were asked the same question. "Why should you be the next Miss Universe?". Q&A: Pia Wurtzbach on US presence, being Miss Universe. Philstar.com. Retrieved December 13, 2025. If I just see a glimpse of hope, I will latch onto it until all doors shut on me. If there's hope, I'll always feel like there's space for me. During the interview with Preview Philippines for their May 2025 fashion cover story. Pia Wurtzbach on entering fashion week scene: 'I didn't want this to be a competition'. ABS-CBN. Retrieved December 13, 2025. As for looking beautiful all the time, honestly, no one does! I embrace days when I don’t feel my best, because confidence and authenticity matter more than perfection. Asked if its hard to always look beautiful. Pia Wurtzbach tells Pinays they can define beauty, confidence 'on their own terms'. ABS-CBN. Retrieved December 16, 2025. It’s an honor, but also a big responsibility. More than being seen as a beauty icon, I want Filipinas to know that they don’t need to fit into a mold to be strong and successful. They can define beauty and confidence on their own terms. Wurtzbach shared an encouraging message to Filipinas as a beauty icon and role model. Pia Wurtzbach tells Pinays they can define beauty, confidence 'on their own terms'. ABS-CBN. Retrieved December 16, 2025. Just keep fighting on. Especially if you have a dream. I always think na kung meron kang vision, you’re already halfway to making it come true. Because there’s nothing worse than not having a dream. If you have a dream, andoon ka na, so just keep working at it. Wurtzbach shared how she used her dreams as a fuel to keep fighting. WHO SAID THIS: How Pia Wurtzbach redefined being confidently beautiful with a heart. ABS-CBN. Retrieved December 16, 2025 Incredibly excited to contribute my voice and ideas. Uplifting others, especially women, is something I've always been passionate about. Wurtzback on becoming 2025 SheTalks Asia Summit co-chair Pia Wurtzbach named co-chair of She Talks Asia's 2025 summit. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 11, 2026 These things hold a lot of meaning to me. They’re very sentimental. When I look at the sash, I think about all the years of hard work and sacrifices that went into winning it. But I believe in making something more lasting out of these items. The gowns, the shoes, the accessories—they can all help build something will outlive them. I feel good about letting go. Pia on letting go of sentimental Ms. Universe memorabilia auctioned to establish a Youth Center aimed at raising awareness about HIV/AIDS, reproductive health care, mental health care and a safe space for the youth. Pia Wurtzbach auctions iconic Miss Universe memorabilia for youth center. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 11, 2026 I feel like the World AIDS Day is a time to reflect on what needs to be done, the lives that we've lost, but also the hope and the goal that is out there. That is very much achievable. Wurtzbach as lead of the Word Aids Day event in 2024. 'Our work continues': Pia Wurtzbach leads World AIDS Day event in PH. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 11, 2026 It is possible to live a healthy long life, if you can take that step into getting treatments - consistent treatments to reach an undetectable status. It is very much possible. Pia Wurtzbach's encouraging words for HIV-positive patients. 'Our work continues': Pia Wurtzbach leads World AIDS Day event in PH. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 11, 2026 Letting them go doesn't mean they don't matter to me. They do. But I have a plan of turning them into something more memorable and lasting. I can't think of a better way to give it back to the same community that helped me become who I am now. Wurtzbach on auctioning her memorabilia to fund her advocacy. Pia Wurtzbach to auction her sashes in Miss Universe, Bb. Pilipinas for a cause. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 11, 2026 While others deny us a seat at the table, we're creating our own space... Pia Wurtzbach on delivering a powerful ad addressing the "sayang ka" (uou're a waste) mentality many people have against a lot of women. Pia Wurtzbach, in new ad: "While others deny us a seat at the table, we're creating our own space". ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 11, 2026 Staying true to yourself is what matters. Pia Wurtzbach on handling scrutiny as a public figure. Pia Wurtzbach On Being Misunderstood. ABS-CBN. Retrieved January 11, 2026 When you're struggling to make ends meet, you don't think about yourself anymore. There's no time to think about how you feel when your family is dependent on you. Pia Wurtzbach Reveals Mental Health Struggles, How She Recovered. Ted Talks. Retrieved January 11, 2026 And when the whole country is looking at you, there's no time to worry about your personal interests, there's no time to think about your mental health, Pia Wurtzbach Reveals Mental Health Struggles, How She Recovered. Ted Talks, Spot. Retrieved January 11, 2026 There's no shame in admitting that you are imperfect, and there's no shame in admitting that you need help.... There is a pressure to fit in, to be the best and prove why you deserve to be there. And that feeling is all real and valid. Pia Wurtzbach Reveals Mental Health Struggles, How She Recovered. Ted Talks, Spot. Retrieved January 11, 2026 We need to erase the stigma that somebody who's going through a mental health issue is seen as crazy or overacting. And that high functioning individuals like me, could also be going through something inside. Pia Wurtzbach Reveals Mental Health Struggles, How She Recovered. Ted Talks, Spot. Retrieved January 11, 2026 You are not alone. Talking about your struggles is okay. Pia Wurtzbach Reveals Mental Health Struggles, How She Recovered. Ted Talks, Spot. Retrieved January 11, 2026 If you have a family member or a friend who is coping with depression, anxiety and/ or PTSD. Don't give up on them please. Pia Wurtzbach is proud of her sister Sarah's progress coping with PTSD. GMA. Retrieved January 11, 2026 It never really just goes away. There’s no magic cure. You just learn how to get better at managing it. https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/lifestyle/healthandwellness/849687/pia-wurtzbach-on-mental-health-struggles-it-never-really-just-goes-away/story/ Pia Wurtzbach on mental health struggles: 'It never really just goes away']. GMA. Retrieved January 11, 2026 It’s been a journey of learning, healing, sometimes falling off track, and then bouncing back again. Wurtzbach reveals getting diagnosed with depression, anxiety, and anorexia. it’s been a journey of learning, healing, sometimes falling off track, and then bouncing back again. GMA. Retrieved January 11, 2026 Everyday, I wake up and I have to make a choice. I could either let this stop me and consume me for the rest of the day (possibly snowball into the rest of the week or so) or I could choose to do what feels right for me. Pia Wurtzbach on mental health struggles: 'It never really just goes away'. GMA. Retrieved January 11, 2026 Wins don’t have to come in the form of a crown, a big work opportunity or trying to run a marathon,” she said. “It’s all those moments where I manage to get up, shower, change my clothes, talk to people, tidy up my room, make myself some food, accomplish even just one task from my to do list. Anything. Pia Wurtzbach on mental health struggles: 'It never really just goes away'. GMA. Retrieved January 11, 2026 Not everyone will understand or even believe you, especially if they’ve never experienced it for themselves. Or who knows, they might actually be struggling too. Pia Wurtzbach on mental health struggles: 'It never really just goes away'. GMA. Retrieved January 11, 2026 External links Category:1989 births Category:Models from the Philippines Category:Miss Universe 2015 from the Philippines Category:Beauty pageant contestants