- Any advice to girls aspiring to be in pageants?
- If I could give one advice to girls aspiring to be in pageants, that would be not to copy anyone else but being yourself. Taking notes from others is a great way to improve yourself, but never try to pretend something you are not. Be the best that YOU can be because that is when you will truly shine.
- Who is the most fascinating person you have met since winning Miss Universe?
- I've met so many interesting people this year: movie stars, athletes, writers, singers, polititians, fashion designers and even royalty. The person who fascinated me the most, would have to be Archbishop Desmond Tutu, whom I met while traveling in South Africa. I had the pleasure of attending a Sunday service in his church followed by a private reception at his house! He really is an inspiring individual who radiates with compassion and kindness. We talked about the HIV/AIDS epidemic that has hit his country so hard, and that made me feel more passionate and committed to continue working with the cause.
- What's the first thing you are going to do after passing the torch to Miss Universe 2006?
- I will take a few days off to rest on the island of Samui in Thailand, and take my parents along with me.
- How has your personal life been affected since becoming Miss Universe?
- my personal life has changed as well since winning the title. Having such a busy schedule left me with little time to spend with my friends. I also don't have as much time to go out socially as I used to. I now focus more on getting as much rest as possible, working out, and eating healthy, because it gives me more energy and stamina to get through such a hectic schedule. Of course, on my my days off I enjoy getting together with friends for dinner and even dancing sometimes.
- What's your idea of the perfect day?
- My perfect day would start off not too early in the morning (around 9 am) with breakfast outdoors. Next, I would either go for a run in the park or do a 1-2 hours workout at the gym. The afternoon would be spent shopping and having a light lunch with some friends. And in the evening, a dinner followed by dancing and taking a walk along the beach.
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