Pia had her farewell message live in the Binibining Pilipinas 2016 pageant night.
Without pre-recorded message, she readily appeared on stage, starting with her experiences in the pageant, being a three-time candidate.
Emotional, she uttered her appreciation to everyone who gave her support from the very beginning until she was crowned the Miss Universe for 2015.
To her successor, she said, "Just remember to give your best... You have to proudly remember that you are wearing that sash that says 'Philippines.'"
The Filipina who won the heart of many ended her message by saying, "Tonight, it's the beginning of a journey for a confidently beautiful Filipina. Mabuhay ang gandang Filipina. Mabuhay ang Filipina. Mabuhay tayong lahat!"