WATCH: Pia Wurtzbach’s first interview as Miss Universe 2015

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WATCH: Pia Wurtzbach’s first interview as Miss Universe 2015
(UPDATED) Pia talks about the controversial announcement mix-up, speaking to Miss Colombia after the pageant, and her thoughts on sharing the crown

MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) – Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach officially started her reign on Monday, January 4, appearing on ABC’s Good Morning America two weeks after she was crowned in Las Vegas.

Pia said she still finds her historic triumph surreal, but added, “I’m so happy. I’m so excited, I can’t wait to start my reign.” 

She said she got in touch with Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutierrez, who was mistakenly crowned on December 20 because of host Steve Harvey’s mix up. Pia said Ariadna seemed to be doing well when she greeted her on her birthday on December 25.

“I understand how she feels, I’m also concerned [about] her. And I know that she’s a beautiful young lady, very talented, and I think that she’ll have a lot of other opportunities. She’ll do very well I’m sure,” Pia said.

She also gave a message for Ariadna’s fans who have criticized her in their social media posts.

“I understand what they feel, because of course they want their bet to win. So that’s completely understandable. If it [were] the other way around, I’m sure the Filipinos would also feel a little bit disappointed with the results,” she added.

Pia dismissed a suggestion made by US presidential candidate Donald Trump that she and Ariadna can share the crown. 

“I think it would be a little bit difficult for two girls to share a crown. But I have high hopes this will give great opportunities for me and Miss Colombia, and the rest of the candidates,” she said.

She added she would love to be the next Bond girl but she will have to focus on her duties as Miss Universe. 

Aside from raising awareness on HIV/AIDS as she vowed during the question and answer portion of the pagent, Pia said she also wants to raise awareness about relief operations for calamity-stricken areas and cyberbullying.

As for wearing the crown, Pia quipped: “It’s a little bit heavy, I’m not complaining. It can stay there for a long time.”

Pia’s triumph ended a 42-year drought for the Philippines in the prestigious pageant. She is the 3rd Miss Universe from the Philippines.

Here are some photos and behind the scenes from Pia’s visit to the show, where she was interviewed by Lara Spencer.


 

So excited to be on-set at @goodmorningamerica with @laraspencerabc. Tune in between 7:30-8:00am EST to catch me. -Pia

A photo posted by Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach (@missuniverse) on


 

Who caught my segment this morning on @goodmorningamerica? #MissUniverse -Pia

A photo posted by Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach (@missuniverse) on


 


 

Pia also guested on LIVE with Kelly and Michael, where she met actor Samuel Jackson and The Bachelor‘s Ben Higgins. She was also given the opportunity do the Miss Universe walk on the show.

 

 


 

What an exhilarating experience it was to be on LIVE with @kellyandmichael. #MissUniverse -Pia

A photo posted by Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach (@missuniverse) on


#TheBachelor with #MissUniverse!! # #KellyandMichael #PiaAlonzoWurtzbach # #PiaAlonzo

A photo posted by LIVE with Kelly and Michael (@kellyandmichael) on

 

Goofing around backstage at @kellyandmichael in my @karen_millen dress and pumps. #MYKM -Pia

A photo posted by Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach (@missuniverse) on


 

Backstage waiting to go on LIVE with @kellyandmichael. Tune in now to @abcnetwork. # -Pia

A photo posted by Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach (@missuniverse) on


 

Other appearances include Inside Edition, where she showed her New York apartment, Extra, Access Hollywood, where she met actress Eva Longoria, Nightline, and Entertainment Tonight.


 


 


 

Get a peak inside of my New York apartment on @InsideEdition. Come check it out! -Pia

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