GMA July 2018 Kapuso Magazine

GMA Thanksgiving Anniversary Party Photo Highlights BEYOND RADIO:

The Colorful Personalities of Barangay LS 97.1 DJs

UPDATES

Beauty Queens and a Model

Among New GMA Artist Center Talents

July 2018

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UPDATES

Beauty Queens and a Model Among New GMA Artist Center RATINGS

GMA Network Posts Wider Ratings Lead in June UPDATES

23-year-old Wins Half a Million Pesos in GMA’s Kapuso Milyonation AWARDS

UP Gawad Plaridel Eddys 2018

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(L-R) Sophia Senoron, Michelle Dee, and Laura Lehmann

Beauty queens Miss World Philippines 2017 Laura Lehmann and Miss Multinational 2018 Sophia Senoron and model Michelle Dee are looking forward to start a new journey as they signed their exclusive contracts with GMA Artist Center last July 2.

Present during the contract-signing were GMA Entertainment Group Senior Vice President Lilybeth G. Rasonable; GMA Senior Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi SantiagoLara; and talent manager Arnold Vegafria.

Despite having little experience in the showbiz industry, the three new Kapuso artists expressed how grateful they are to sign up with GMA. “I think every little girl wants to be a star one day, and to think that I get to have the chance to be a star. I’m really thankful.

Overwhelming pero super excited talaga,” Sophia said.

Laura, in turn, shared, “Ito talaga iyong first subok ko sa acting world, so it’s nice to know that I have a family who really accepted me and warmly welcomed me.

I’m very excited and I want to see if kaya

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ko ito. I’m looking forward to everything that is coming.”

Meanwhile, Michelle said it has always been her dream to enter showbiz just like her mother Melanie Marquez.

“I’ve been really convincing my manager Tito Arnold. I really want to try it out and to be a part of GMA. I talked to my mom about it, I really like the feeling here. Just talking about it, two years ago with my parents and my friends, just the idea and just, like, now it’s happening. I’m signing the contract, it’s, like, imagine a little girl and their dreams are coming true. It’s like slowly one step at a time nari-reach ko na where I want to be,” Michelle said.

Rasonable is proud to welcome the new talents as part of the Kapuso Network.

“Unang-una bagay sila dito dahil magaganda sila. But we’re very, very happy and excited na dito nila pinili, to be with the Kapuso Network and we’re lining up projects for them in the near future.

They’ll have guestings in our different shows. They’re undergoing workshops now, so maybe after that pwede na natin silang bigyan ng mas mahahabang roles.

But in the meantime, iikot mula sila sa iba’t iba nating programa,” shared Rasonable.

NEW PROGRAM

Mother and Daughter Rivarly in Kapag Nahati and Puso

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The Clash SPECIAL

GMA Thanksgiving Anniversary Party UPDATES

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The Colorful Personalities of Barangay LS 97.1 DJs

10 GMA Pinoy TV Inducted into First-ever EMMA Wall of Distinction Kapuso Abroad Celebrate Philippine Independence Day with GMA Pinoy TV

ON THE COVER: Regine Velasquez-Alcasid GMA Kapuso Magazine (Electronic) is a monthly publication of GMA Network, Inc. published by the Corporate Affairs Division, 16th Floor, GMA Network Center, EDSA cor. Timog, Ave., Diliman, Q.C. Trunkline No. (632) 982-7777.

RATINGS

GMA Network Posts Wider Ratings Lead in June Media giant GMA Network increased its nationwide ratings lead in June after tallying strong ratings performance across all timeblocks based on the latest data from the industry’s widely-trusted ratings service provider Nielsen TV Audience Measurement.

average of 42.6 percent while its rival network only managed to get 38.6 percent.

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(L-R) Iya Villania, Vicky Morales, Mike Enriquez, and Mel Tiangco

URBAN LUZON (PEOPLE) 2018 23 GMA programs in the top 30

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In Urban Luzon, GMA registered an Pepito M 9 average total day people audience shareAng Tunay N of 46.4 percent; way ahead of ABS11 The One Tha CBN’s 32.6 percent.

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From June 1 to 30 (with June 24 to 30 based on overnight data), GMA posted a total day people audience share average of 41.6 percent in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM), which was ahead of ABSCBN’s 38.3 percent.

Further, the Network led across all day parts in NUTAM. In the morning block,

15 GMA programs in The Kapuso Network likewise ruled across all day parts in the viewer-rich RANK PROG areas of Urban Luzon and Mega3 Manila,Kapuso Mo J which respectively account for 72 and Kambal 59 percent of all urban viewers 5 in the 7 country.

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GMA recorded a 37.2 percent people audience share versus ABS-CBN’s 37 percent.

GMA’s strong showing continued in the afternoon block with 42.9 percent, beating competition’s 38.6 percent.

In the evening block, GMA posted an

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Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho

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Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento

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Kambal Karibal

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24 Oras

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Magpakailanman

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Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho

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18 GMA programs in the top 30

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The Cure

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24 Oras Weeekend

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Kambal Karibal

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Lip Sync BaPle Philippines

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Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko

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Magpakailanman

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Amazing Earth

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The Cure

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GMA Blockbusters

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Inday Will Always Love You

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ImbesTgador Wowowin

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24 Oras Weekend

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Bubble Gang

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Amazing Earth

Eat Bulaga

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Lip Sync BaSle Philippines

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Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko

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Sunday Pinasaya

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GMA Blockbusters

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You’re My DesTny

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Contessa

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Wowowin

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The Stepdaughters

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Sunday Pinasaya

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Tadhana

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Wish Ko Lang!

Bubble Gang

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Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka

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Similarly in Mega Manila (with official 15 Lip Sync BaPl data from June 1 to 23), GMA again 19 dominated competition with an average Daig Kayo 20 of 24 Oras W total day people audience share 21 48.1 percent versus rival network’s 29.5 The Stepd percent.

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Kapuso programs also dominated the Hindi Ko Kay 27 Urban Luzon and Mega Manila lists, 30 Bubble respectively taking 23 and 25 spots out of the top 30.

Nielsen TV

Audience Measurement Nielsen data is gathered through a greater number of sampled homes nationwide in comparison to Kantar Media. With approximately 900 more homes surveyed in Total Urban and Rural Philippines compared to Kantar, Nielsen data is statistically considered more representative of the total TV population.

In 2017, Nielsen TV Audience Measurement increased its client pool to a total of 41 clients/ subscribers consisting of 12 local TV networks including TV5, Aksyon TV, CNN Philippines, Net 25, Solar Entertainment Corporation, Viva Communications Inc., among others; 5 regional clients; 2 blocktimers; 21 agencies (18 media agencies, 2 consulting agencies, 1 digital agency); and 1 advertiser.

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23-year-old Wins Half a Million Pesos in GMA’s Kapuso Milyonation

Kapuso star Dave Bornea (left) with Kapuso Milyonation winner Patricia Lelis (right)

Patricia Lelis, a 23-year-old call center employee, takes home the surprise P500,000 cash prize from GMA’s biggest proofof-purchase promo Kapuso Milyonation. Lelis says she will use her winnings to continue her studies as a college student and save some for her own business.

“Iipunin ko po muna, babalik ako sa pagaaral at ita-try ko pong mag-open ng business,” says Lelis.

Other winners claiming their prizes also got a treat after being surprised on location by Kapuso star Dave Bornea of the popular male group One Up. Now on its 12th season, Kapuso Milyonation will be giving away more surprises to over 1,800 winners nationwide.

This year, participants can win additional prizes if they include the name of their

AWARDS

UP Gawad Plaridel Named after Marcelo del Pilar whose nom de plume was Plaridel, the annual UP Gawad Plaridel is the sole award in the UP System that bestows honor on Filipino media practitioners who have excelled in any of the media — journalism, broadcast-radio and television, film, and new media — and performed with the highest level of professional integrity in the interest of public service.

partner sari-sari store. To qualify for these additional prizes, simply include on the entry the name of the valid sari-sari store where the proof-of-purchase entry was bought, the store’s complete address, and the contact number of the sari-sari store owner. The sari-sari store owners will get the chance to receive special prizes along with the winning participants.

For the grand draw, six lucky winners of one million pesos each and a house and lot will be announced in Sunday Pinasaya.

EDDYS 2018

Entertainment Editors’ Choice Awards GMA stars and personalities were recognized at the 2018 Entertainment Editors’ Choice Award for Movies (The Eddys) held last July 9 at The Theater at Solaire for their outstanding achievements in the film industry.

The award-giving body, which is on its second year, is organized by the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd).

Jessica Soho GMA News Pillar Jessica Soho is the recipient of the UP Gawad Plaridel 2018 Outstanding

Therese Malvar Best Supporting Actress (Ilawod)

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Nora Aunor Andrea Torres and David Film Icon Licauco Awardee Stars of the Night

Sanya Lopez Glora Romero Best Dressed Celebrity

Film Icon Tribute Award

NEW PROGRAM

BENJAMIN ALVES

BEA BINENE

GMA Network brings to light an intriguing drama series about two women vying for the affection of one man in ‘Kapag Nahati Ang Puso’.

It follows the story of Rio and Claire who unwittingly become fierce rivals without knowing their real relationship as mother and daughter.

Sunshine Cruz is Rio Matias, a simple island beauty who meets the rich and happy-go-lucky Manila tourist Nico Del Valle played by Zoren Legaspi. Rio got smitten with Nico’s charming personality and they eventually fall in love with each other.

However, their relationship is thwarted by Miranda Aseron played by Bing Loyzaga.

Miranda is Nico’s ex-girlfriend when they were younger.

SUNSHINE CRUZ

And a turn of events causes Rio to lose her family while Nico ends up taking care of their daughter Claire played by Bea Binene.

Years later, Claire grows up without knowing her real parents. Meanwhile, a now successful Rio returns to the Philippines. The unsuspecting mother and daughter cross paths, and both end up falling in love with Joaquin played

by Benjamin Alves. This and Miranda’s jealousy threaten to destroy the lives of Claire and Rio once and for all.

Will Rio and Claire ever find out the truth?

Would any of them let go? Mother and daughter fighting for one man — which side will you choose?

Playing an equally important role is David Licauco as Zach Yee, a varsity swimmer who is secretly in love with Claire.

Completing the cast are Raquel Villavicencio as Amparo, Robert Ortega as Chuck, Sharmaine Santiago as Jasmine, Geleen Eugenio as Delilah, Nar Cabico as Samson, and special guest Freddie Webb as Ramon.

Behind this engrossing drama is the creative team composed of Creative Director Roy Iglesias; Creative Unit Head Aloy Adlawan; Concept C reator Kuts Enriquez; Headwriters Rona Lean Sales and Ken De Leon; Writers Anna Aleta Nadela and John Roque; and Brainstormer Gilda Olvidado.

Kapuso viewers abroad can also catch their favorite Kapuso shows via GMA’s international channels GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International. For the program guide, visit www.gmapinoytv.com.

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Let The Clash Begin!

GMA Network’s Highly Anticipated Singing Competition The Clash, GMA Network’s newest singing competition, finally invaded Filipino homes during its first airing last July 7.

The program introduces the Top 62 clashers who will compete in intense one-on-one battles and outdo each other to become the country’s next singing sensation.

The Clash host Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid leads the toughest,

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fiercest and most talented hopefuls in a cutthroat and head to head encounter every week.

“Since the auditions started, na-excite ako kasi ang dami nilang nakapasok.

Mag-sa-start na yung main elimination round and mas makikita natin yung talent nilang lahat. Excited ako na magsimula yung pagka-clash ng bawat isa sa kanila,” the Kapuso singer said.

Joining her in searching for the country’s newest singing sensation are Asia’s Nightingale Lani Misalucha, Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista and Comedy Concert Queen Ai Ai delas Alas as The Clash judges.

After a long time of being away in the Philippines, Lani reveals she definitely misses working with Regine, Ai Ai and Christian that’s why she grabbed the opportunity to reunite with them in this project.

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“I think this program is a refresher for me because makakatrabaho ko sila Regine, Ai Ai and Christian na years ago ko na rin nakasama. This time, it’s different kasi we’ll be working as a team to choose kung sino ba talaga ang deserving to be the first The Clash champion kaya nakaka-excite.”

Ai Ai, on the other hand, commended the uniqueness of the show and how it can give the contestants the chance to prove themselves.

“Natutuwa ako kasi sobrang different ng The Clash from other singing competition. Iba yung concept nila.

Mayroon silang chance na ipakita talaga yung husay nila in singing,” she said.

program as they give updates on the aspirants’ quest for musical stardom.

Christian, in turn, shared some traits that a clasher should possess to be able to get his vote.

Who will stand out among the rest and survive the most intense singing search in the country this year? Can they survive the intense and emotional battle of the singing search?

“Para sa akin, makukuha nila ang vote ko if in terms of singing, they chose the right song and makanta nila ito ng maayos. And of course, in terms of performance, they have to connect with us—the TV audience to make us feel their song,” he said.

Kapuso heartthrob Andre Paras and talented host Joyce Pring join the

Under the helm of director Louie Ignacio, catch The Clash every Saturday and Sunday night on GMA. Kapuso viewers abroad can also catch the Clash via GMA’s flagship international channel, GMA Pinoy TV. To check the program schedule for each territory, visit their official website at www.gmapinoytv.com.

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SPECIAL

GMA NETWORK OFFICERS

Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon delivers his speech

Vice President and Head for Regional TV Oliver Amoroso takes a selfie with Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon and wife Teresa Gozon

(L-R) Senior Vice President for News and Public Affairs Marissa L. Flores, First Vice President for Public Affairs Nessa Valdellon, and Senior Assistant Vice President for Public Affairs Neil Gumban

Thanksgiving

Anniversary Party phhigotholights

President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr. (2nd from right), Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong (right) together with Yasmien Kurdi and husband

(L-R) John Estrada, First Vice President for Program Management Joey R. Abacan, Tom Rodriguez, Willie Revillame, GMA Wordwide, Inc. and GMA Films President Anna Teresa M. Gozon, and First Vice President for Program Support Regie C. Bautista

(L-R) Assistant Vice President for Talent Imaging and Marketing Simoun S. Ferrer, Senior Vice President for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, Vice President for Drama Productions Redgie A. Magno, Chariman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon and wife Teresa Gozon, and Senior Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi S. Lara

A star-studded and fun-filled evening, with Kapuso stars taking the rare opportunity to meet and hang out with their colleagues and GMA Network’s top executives.

First Vice President for GMA International Joseph T. Francia (right) with Chris Tiu and wife

(L-R) Chief Marketing Officer Lizelle G. Maralag, Sales and Marketing Group Vice President for Sales Leah A. Nuyda, and Sales and Marketing Group Vice President for Sales Riza D. Garduque

KAPUSO PERSONALITIES Willie Revillame with Ai-Ai Delas Alas having fun during the “Hep Hep Hooray” game

Benjie Paras takes a selfie with Alden Richards, Sheena Halili, and Gladys Guevarra GMA Wordwide, Inc. and GMA Films President Anna Teresa M. Gozon together with News and Public Affairs team and Benjie Paras

Legaspi Family

Lyn-Ching Pascual, Chairman and CEO Felipe L. Gozon, Pia Arcangel, Connie Sison, and Luane Dy

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Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera

Dennis Trillo and Jennylyn Mercado

Megan Young and Mikael Daez

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Tom Rodriguez and Carla Abellana

Julie Anne San Jose and Benjamin Alves

(L-R) Betong Sumaya, Denise Barbacena, Max Collins, and Lauren Young

Derrick Monasterio and Kristoffer Martin

Kim Domingo, Gabbi Garcia, and Andre Paras

Sanya Lopez, Jak Roberto, and Barbie Forteza

Ricky Davao and John Estrada

SPECIAL BEYOND RADIO:

Mama Cy, Chiko Tito, Janna Chu Chu, and Papa Marky – disc jocks (DJs) of GMA’s flagship FM radio station Barangay LS 97.1 – take pride in their individuality and celebrate the multi-faceted personalities behind the voices that listeners hear on radio.

The Colorful Personalities of Barangay LS 97.1 DJs

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MAMA CY

ama Cy is a modern-day Filipina who singlehandedly raised her 12-year-old daughter.

She is the Barangay’s “Palaban na Beauty” who can practically do anything from being a fun but sensible DJ to writing, singing, dancing, acting, doing PR work, and managing events. “#BidaBidaAko,” she quipped.

Mama Cy said she eliminates all the unnecessary to make space and time for the more important ones. For her, people in this modern world are so engrossed on being liked and loved even if it meant losing themselves. “I learned to avoid the complexities of life.” She believes that we all have a blessing of our own. “So I don’t compare.” Mama Cy also acknowledges the truth that she is empowered not just by her own strength but through God’s grace.

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anna Chu Chu is the resident “Showbiz Insider” who basically breathes everything that’s happening inside the industry. He was exposed to show business at the age of 14 when he became a TV dancer for the late Kuya Germs. “I was so happy dahil alam kong mapapalapit ako sa mga celebrities,” he said. Apart from being a Barangay LS DJ, he is also a DZBB anchor and an entertainment writer for online and tabloids.

Janna Chu Chu, meanwhile, distinguishes himself by being passionate in what he does best – showbiz, writing, and music. “Kahit ang dami kong ginagawa, lahat kinakaya ko pa rin. Kasi hindi lahat ng tao nagagawa yung gusto nilang gawin.”

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ubbed as “Ang Chika Master”, Chiko Tito is a husband and a father who refers to himself as a straight male trapped inside a gay personality.

“I’m chatty and sociable with a cheerful heart na kaya kong makipagchikahan about anything trending sa Barangay,” he said.

“Our society is forever changing, so I do not really conform with what is standard according to society,” said Chiko Tito who doesn’t worry much about what others might say despite his interesting background.

“I always explain to my kids na kapag sa radyo, ganito si daddy. Pero kapag sa bahay, si daddy ay si daddy.”

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PAPA MARKY

he Life Coach, Papa Marky, uses his unique opportunity to help people in emergency situations regardless of who they are or what they believe in. “I value the essence of their stories and I respect their individuality,” he said.

Living up to his moniker, Papa Marky said he doesn’t dictate people on what they should do about their problems.

“Most of the time, I listen and find the right timing kung kailan ako magsasabi sa’yo ng totoo,” he said. For him, sometimes the answer can be found when the listeners begin to reflect on their own lives because most people in trouble are cloaked by negativity.

He said his job is to shed new light on difficult situations. Papa Marky classified two kinds of people: those who are able to speak up and live to regret it and those who keep their mouths shut and regret not saying anything.

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UPDATES

GMA Pinoy TV Inducted into First-ever EMMA Wall of Distinction

GMA Network makes history anew as the US-based National Association for Multi-Ethnicity in Communications (NAMIC) inducted GMA Pinoy TV, the Network’s flagship international channel, into the first-ever Excellence in Multicultural Marketing Awards (EMMA) Top 5 Wall of Distinction.

GMA Pinoy TV, the lone Philippine network inductee, was recognized for proving its “commitment to excellence in multicultural marketing for winning the most EMMAs year-after-year since 2013.” It is joined by an elite group of some of the biggest media companies such as HBO, Univision Communications, Comcast NBCUniversal, and BET Networks.

“We are proud to announce that GMA Pinoy TV, along with four other distinguished companies, has secured a place on the first-ever EMMA Wall of Distinction. We applaud you for your

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In 2017 alone, GMAI received three 1st place EMMAs. Its “Becoming Pinoy: Sameera Aguilar” won in the Television category; while “Becoming Pinoy: Reggie Lee” topped the Diversity Awareness category. GMAI likewise reigned supreme in the Social Media category for the “Social Media Take-Over: Alden Richards” online event.

Senior Manager for Membership and Publications Susan Waldman (left) with GMA International First Vice President and Head of International Operations Joseph Francia (right)

achievements,” expressed NAMIC Senior Manager for Membership and Publications Susan Waldman.

The Network’s global arm GMA International (GMAI), which reaches Filipinos abroad via GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International, earned its first EMMA in 2006 and has earned a total of 33 EMMAs to date. Since its launch in 2005, GMA Pinoy TV has been consistently recognized by NAMIC for its noteworthy marketing tactics using various media outlets that have resulted in better engagement with the channel’s carriers and subscribers.

“We are grateful to be part of NAMIC’s history in their first-ever EMMA Wall of Distinction. As we mark this important milestone in our operations, we re-affirm our commitment to continuously provide quality offerings for our viewers abroad,” said GMA Network First Vice President and Head of International Operations Joseph T. Francia.

Meanwhile, GMA International was also the lone Philippine nominee at the 2016 NAMIC Vision Awards as it earned a nod in the Lifestyle category for GMA Pinoy TV’s original documentary series “Home Away from Home” Battad episode. The said documentary series also earned a Silver Award along with three other entries in the 20th Communicator Awards.

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Kapuso Abroad Celebrate Philippine Independence Day with GMA Pinoy TV

Dingdong in a dance showdown with some members of the audience

GMA Pinoy TV remained true to its mission of bringing Filipinos abroad closer to home in a series of successful 120th Philippine Independence Day celebrations (PIDC) all over the world this June.

Kapuso actress Carla Abellana kicked off her birthday month in the US as she flew to San Diego, California for the “Mabuhay Festival” held at the Kimball Park National City last June 2. Not only was she warmly welcomed during her song numbers, the audience even sang her a Happy Birthday song complete with a cake that was brought on stage.

During her stay, Carla visited Sweetwater Union High School where she met National City Vice Mayor Albert Mendivil.

The Kapuso star took the opportunity to connect with the community and the youth by giving an inspirational talk about life, success, failures, and love.

Simultaneously on June 2, Kapuso stars Kris Bernal and Rocco Nacino provided fun and entertainment at the “Pista sa Nayon: Philippine Independence Day Festival” at the Vallejo Waterfront Park, California.

Rocco began the GMA segment with a couple of song numbers, while Kris went all-out with her dance performance.

Kris Bernal and Rocco Nacino during a meet-andgreet with fans and GMA Pinoy TV subscribers

Rocco also had a radio interview with the Filipino-Hawaiian Radio Station KPHI (96.7 FM/1130 AM) which aired on the Midday Radio Show with Allan Alvarez. Kris, on the other hand, went to Los Angeles to visit her family and paid a courtesy visit to the Philippine Consulate where she met with Deputy Consul General Ambrosio Brian Enciso III. Last June 16, All-Star Videoke duo Solenn Heussaff and Betong Sumaya bannered the “Pinoy Fiesta and Tradeshow sa Toronto”, the biggest indoor Filipino fiesta in Ontario organized by the Philippine Canadian Charitable Foundation (PCCF).

The event had a parade, various booths of sponsors, and beauty pageants wherein Solenn and Betong awarded the winners.

Later that night, Betong engaged the audience with comedic acts, while Solenn sizzled in her sexy song numbers.

Capping off the eventful series was Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes who headlined the “Pagdiriwang 2018” last June 24 in Singapore. The celebration, which was held at the Kallang Theatre, 1 Stadium Walk, was organized

by Filipino volunteers and spearheaded by the Philippine Embassy and SingPhil Events. The jam-packed day of activities embodied the vibrancy of Filipino culture with pageants, cultural dances, booth activities, singing contests, parades, and many more.

Dingdong opened the show with a lively Eraserheads medley and danced with his fellow Pinoys. Some members of Race2Share Singapore joined the Kapuso star on stage as he performed his rendition of Aegis’ iconic song ‘Halik’. The crowd went wild when Dingdong was surprised with a standee of his wife, Marian RiveraDantes. After the program, the Kapuso royalty, who is always a crowd favorite, spent time with his kababayans during the meet and greet session.

Earlier this May, GMA kicked off the Independence Day celebrations in the Middle East where Kapuso stars Christian Bautista, Solenn Heussaff, Betong Sumaya, Migo Adecer, Divine Tetay, and Dennis Trillo joined back-to-back festivities in Dubai and Jeddah.

The successful string of festivities in North America, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific were made possible through the exclusive media sponsorship of GMA Pinoy TV as it continues to provide world class entertainment for the Kapuso abroad.

@gmapinoytv www.gmapinoytv.com.

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