Pia Wurtzbach is first Filipino to get Madame Tussauds statue

The statue will be unveiled in early 2019.

  • PUBLISHED: Mon 24 Sept 2018, 11:07 AM UPDATED: Mon 24 Sept 2018, 4:35 PM

Miss Universe 2015, Pia Wurtzbach will become the first Filipino to be immortalized as a wax statue at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong. 

"When I found out, I was so excited. I couldn't believe it! In my head, this is something only happens to big stars," said Pia to Rappler

The statue will be unveiled in early 2019. 

quote       View this post on Instagram Weclome Miss Pia Wurtzbach @piawurtzbach ?? - the first ever Filipino wax figure in @madametussaudshongkong ! A queen in every definition of the word, Pia's wax figure will be joining those of the greatest icons from around the world throughout history in 2019. Stay tuned for more updates! #piawurtzbach #madametussaudshongkong #????????? #hongkong #peak A post shared by Madame Tussauds Hong Kong (@madametussaudshongkong) on Sep 23, 2018 at 6:02pm PDT

The beauty peagant winner made the announcement on her Instagram page.

quote       View this post on Instagram I have a big announcement! Starting early next year, I'll be residing in Hong Kong! Well, my wax figure will! ?? So excited to be the first Filipino part of Madame Tussauds! What a birthday treat! Please visit me there. Will be waiting for you! ?? @madametussaudshongkong A post shared by Pia Wurtzbach (@piawurtzbach) on Sep 23, 2018 at 6:25pm PDT