2018 November Kapuso Magazine

GMA Network Lets Love Overflow in Christmas Station ID Dingdong Dantes and Dennis Trillo in

RATINGS

November 2018

GMA Network Beats Rival in Nationwide TV Ratings Anew URBAN LUZON (PEOPLE) 2018

NUTAM (PEOPLE) 2018

22 GMA programs with specials in the top 30

18 GMA programs with specials in the top 30 PROGRAM

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Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho

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Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho

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Daddy’s Gurl

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Daddy’s Gurl

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Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento

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Pepito Manaloto Ang Tunay Na Kuwento

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24 Oras

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24 Oras

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Studio 7

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Studio 7

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Onanay

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Onanay

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Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko

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Magpakailanman

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The Clash of 2018 Ang Concert Para Sa Lahat

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The Clash of 2018 Ang Concert Para Sa Lahat

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Magpakailanman

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Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko

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Victor Magtanggol

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Victor Magtanggol

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Amazing Earth

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Amazing Earth

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Inday Will Always Love

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Inday Will Always Love You

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24 Oras Weekend

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Pamilya Roces

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Wowowin

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24 Oras Weekend

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Pamilya Roces

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Wowowin

Eat Bulaga

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Eat Bulaga

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ImbesWgador

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Asawa Ko Karibal Ko

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Asawa Ko Karibal Ko

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Sunday Pinasaya

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ImbesXgador

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Sunday Night Box Office

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GMA Network remains the nationwide Bubble Gang 29 television ratings frontrunner based Kapuso Movie Night 30 on the latest data from Nielsen TV Audience Measurement, the share, winning over ABS-CBN’s 37.4 industry’s widely-trusted ratings percent. service provider.

For the whole month of October (with October 28 to 31 based on overnight data), GMA once again proved that it is the viewers’ preferred channel, posting an average total day people audience share of 41.1 percent in the National Urban Television Audience Measurement (NUTAM). It won over rival network ABSCBN, which only managed to register 37.2 percent.

The Kapuso Network consistently reigned across all dayparts including the evening primetime block. In the morning block, GMA registered 39.9 percent people audience share versus ABS-CBN’s 32.0 percent.

Meanwhile, in the afternoon block, GMA tallied 41.7 percent people audience

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GMA further bested competition in the evening block with 41.3 percent people audience share as against ABS-CBN’s 39.3 percent.

The Kapuso Network likewise dominated the viewer-rich areas of Urban Luzon and Mega Manila, which respectively account for 72 and 59 percent of all urban viewers in the country.

GMA posted an average total day people audience share of 46.9 percent in Urban Luzon versus ABS-CBN’s 30.9 percent.

Similarly in Mega Manila (with official data from October 1 to 27), the Network posted an average total day people audience share of 49.1 percent, while the rival network only got 28.1 percent.

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GMA Network Beats Rival in Nationwide TV Ratings Anew Camille Prats Signs up with GMA Artist Center Claire Castro is the Newest Showbiz Royalty in GMA Artist Center The Clash Champion Golden Cañedo, The Clash finalists, and OST Princess Hannah Precillas Sign Up with GMA Records GMA Network Cements Partnership with the Country’s Leading Organizations for Eleksyon 2019 Unang Hirit Unveils “Sorpresayang Pasko” AWARDS

Association for International Broadcasting Awards (AIBs) ETON International School’s Pillars of Hope Catholic Mass Media Awards 8th OFW Gawad Parangal 2018 PMPC Star Awards for TV COVER

Cain at Abel UPDATES

GMA Network Lets Love Overflow in Christmas Station ID INTERNAL EVENT

Kapuso Art Fair UPDATES

Color Run: Hero Tour NEW PROGRAMS

Sarap, ‘Di Ba? Toppstar TV

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Barangay LS DJs on Doing What You Love, Loving What You Do Therese Malvar, an Acting Gem in the Local Entertainment Scene GMA Worldwide Inks Deal with Chinese Partner in MIPCOM 2018 GMA Takes the Spotlight in the World’s Biggest Entertainment Content Market in France Biggest Kapuso Shows, Personalities Banner GMA Regional TV’s October Events GMA Kapuso Foundation Opens First School Rebuilt in Marawi City GMA Kapuso Foundation, Alaska Join Hands for Feeding Project Alden Richards, Kyline Alcantara Give Back to Worthy Causes

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Camille Prats Signs up with GMA Artist Center Versatile actress and TV host Camille Prats aspires to continue her journey with GMA Network as she inked a management contract with GMA Artist Center last November 9.

Claire Castro is the Newest Showbiz Royalty in GMA Artist Center GMA Artist Center welcomed Claire Castro to its roster of talents as she signed a management contract last October 30.

The new Kapuso star shared that she has always loved acting, and she looks forward to doing roles that tug at the heart of viewers. When asked what career path she would like to pursue, she proudly shares the name of Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera.

Being a Kapuso for 12 years now, Camille shared she treats GMA Network as her second home.

“I am very excited for the years to come. I know that I’ve been a part of GMA for 12 years now but being under GMA Artist Center makes me feel like I’m really a part of a bigger family. I’ve grown with GMA. Para sa akin, it’s an honor to still be with GMA and still be able to be a part of their shows,” she said.

“I’ve always looked up to Ms. Marian ever since I was a kid. I remember doing her iconic Marimar role in front of the mirror, and now that I’m officially a Kapuso, I can’t wait to meet her,” the young sweetheart shares.

The Clash Champion Golden Cañedo, The Clash finalists, and OST Princess Hannah Precillas Sign Up with GMA Records

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MA Records welcomed The Clash champion Golden Cañedo, The Clash finalists Jong Madaliday, Garrett Bolden, Mirriam Manalo, Josh Adornado, Anthony Rosaldo, and Kapuso OST Princess Hannah Precillas to its roster of talents as they signed separate contracts with the Network’s recording arm last October 26.

Golden feels overwhelmed as she marks another milestone in her career, but the young Kapuso singer is more inspired to do better in her upcoming album to express her gratitude to all her supporters.

GMA Records A&R Manager Kedy Sanchez, Jong Madaliday, Josh Adornado, Anthony Rosaldo, Golden Cañedo, Mirriam Manalo, Garrett Bolden, GMA Artist Center Assistant Vice President and Head for Talent Imaging and Marketing Unit Simoun Ferrer, and GMA Records Managing Director Rene Salta.

“Parang panaginip po talaga ang mga nangyayari sa buhay ko. May ginagawa po silang album para sa akin. Ngayon, pinaghahandaan ko na po iyon.

Pangarap ko po talagang magkaroon ng sariling kanta.”

GMA’s OST Princess Hannah Precillas is thankful to have a platform where she can share her brand of music.

Hers is the voice behind the well-loved theme songs of GMA entertainment programs namely Hahamakin Ang Lahat, Kambal, Karibal, Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka, Kapag Nahati Ang Puso and Onanay.

Hannah looks forward to fulfilling her dream of reaching different audiences and exploring other genres, “I am very excited po. Lahat naman ng singers dream ang magkaroon ng original single. This is what I’ve dreamed of for a very long time.”

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UPDATES

GMA Network Cements Partnership with Leading Organizations for Eleksyon 2019

The Eleksyon 2019 Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) signing was led by GMA Network Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon and GMA Network President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., together with COMELEC Commissioner Ma. Rowena Amelia V. Guanzon. They were joined by partners from PLDT-Smart Communications, Philippine Daily Inquirer (PDI), Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ), Inquirer.net, Catholic Media Network (CMN), election watchdogs Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV) and National Citizens’ Movement for Free Elections (NAMFREL), Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP), Philippine Bar Association (PBA), Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP), Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI), as well as the country’s top universities and regional school partners from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao.

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s election season kicks off with hundreds of potential candidates filing their COCs this week, GMA Network and its partners, the most respected names in media, telecommunications, technology, the academe, business, and public service prepare to bring the most trusted and in-depth multi-platform coverage of the 2019 Philippine mid-term elections.

At the Eleksyon 2019 Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) Signing held last Friday, October 19 at the GMA Network Center in Quezon City, GMA’s Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon underscored the important role of each partner institution in safeguarding the ballot and in standing for truth.

“The pace of information is quicker than ever. New ways to share facts and ideas continue to emerge. While this may be a good thing, many believe, however, that this has also helped blur the line between truth and lies. In the face of this reality, our commitment to the truth is unwavering” he said, citing the challenging times nations all over the world face with the spread of false information.

“Sama-sama nating ‘Pusuan ang Totoo,’” he urged the partners present during the signing. “Now, more than ever, we remain steadfast in delivering an election coverage with no spins or personal agenda – truthfully, accurately, comprehensively, and driven only by Serbisyong Totoo,” Gozon said. GMA Network also launched its election advocacy, “Pusuan ang Totoo”, a call to

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stand for what is true; to fight against corruption and disinformation, and to choose leaders who will truly serve the country.

The Eleksyon 2019 launch was hosted

by GMA News and Public Affairs anchors Mike Enriquez and Vicky Morales. This marks the first public appearance of veteran broadcaster Mike Enriquez after his heart bypass operation last September.

Joining the leadership of Atty. Gozon and GMA’s President and COO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr. are the Kapuso Network’s internal partners: GMA News TV, GMA New Media Inc. (NMI), GMA Radio (RGMA, DZBB and WLS-FM), GMA Regional TV, GMA News Online and GMA News and Public Affairs Social Media, GMA Pinoy TV, GMA Life TV, and GMA News TV International, and GMA Kapuso Foundation.

GMA’s Eleksyon 2019 coverage is fortified by partners from the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), telecommunications giant PLDT-Smart Communications, leading media organizations Philippine Daily Inquirer (PDI), Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism (PCIJ), Inquirer.net and Catholic Media Network (CMN), and election watchdogs Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV) and the National Citizens’ Movement for Free Elections (NAMFREL).

Joining the roster of Eleksyon 2019 partners are the country’s

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top universities: University of the Philippines (UP); Polytechnic University of the Philippines (PUP); Ateneo de Manila University (ADMU); De La Salle University (DLSU); University of Santo Tomas (UST); and AMA Education System. For the first time, GMA is honored to welcome regional school partners from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao: PHINMA - University of Pangasinan in North Central Luzon; University of San Carlos in Cebu City; Silliman University in Dumaguete City; West Visayas State University in Iloilo City; Central Mindanao University in Bukidnon; Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City; and Holy Cross Davao College in Davao City.

Continuing the proud line-up are partners from the Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP); the Philippine Bar Association (PBA); the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP); and the Chamber of Commerce of the Philippine Islands (CCPI).

Finally, Eleksyon 2019 promises superior digital coverage in collaboration with video-sharing platform YouTube and social media platform Twitter.

GMA Network and its partners commit to deliver the most comprehensive coverage of Eleksyon 2019 across all platforms—helping the Filipino public have access to the facts, and empowering people to make informed choices for the nation’s brighter future.

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Unang Hirit Unveils “Sorpresayang Pasko”

Waking up to a cool morning breeze means Christmas is coming. It is also that time of the year for Filipinos’ favorite morning show Unang Hirit to delight viewers with the sounds of a Yuletide jingle.

Last November 5, the country’s longest running morning show kicked off the week by unveiling its Christmas Opening Billboard this year, dubbed as “Sorpresayang Pasko.”

“Sorpresayang Pasko” features a series of surprises, all done in the holiday spirit of giving back. The program installed a giant UH SorpreSaya Box in the middle of the Quezon Memorial Circle in Quezon City, which, as its name implies,

stored a lot of special surprise gifts for Kapuso viewers. They were either invited to go there or happened to just passed by the area. Each lucky Kapuso received a memorable trinket from the UH SorpreSaya Box through UH remote hosts Boobay and Juancho Trivino.

The surprises did not stop there though.

Boobay and Juancho then revealed an even bigger treat—the UH barkada themselves! Arnold “Igan” Clavio and the rest of UH hosts Susan Enriquez, Rhea Santos, Connie Sison, Ivan Mayrina, Suzi Abrera, and Lyn Ching-Pascual came out of the giant UH SorpreSaya Box and greeted everyone in the area.

Kapuso fans got from the SorpreSaya Box had a corresponding “Kambal Sorpresa”.

The lucky person who got the dipper or “tabo,” for one, also brought home a brand new washing machine; the one who picked an extension cord received a TV set; while the one who picked a cup of rice actual won a sack of rice, and so much more!

Indeed, the “Sorpresayang Pasko” is Unang Hirit’s simple way of putting smiles on the faces of each and every Filipino— the people to whom the show owes its success as they have made UH their No. 1 source of news, information, and entertainment for the past 18 years.

They also delivered the exciting news that some of the simple items that GMA KAPUSO MAGAZINE | NOVEMBER 2018 ISSUE

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AWARDS

ASSOCIATION FOR INTERNATIONAL BROADCASTING AWARDS (AIBs) G

MA Network brought home honors for the Philippines anew after Atom Araullo’s Philippine Seas won at the prestigious Association for International Broadcasting Awards (AIBs) 2018 in London last November 7.

Araullo’s first-ever documentary special in the Kapuso Network was named the best in the Science, Technology, Nature category, beating other shortlisted entries from Al Jazeera English, CNN, and BBC News Digital.

Now on its 14th year, the AIBs are the international awards for factual video, audio, and interactive productions.

News and Public Affairs’ entry—the award-winning episode of Reel Time ‘Batang Maestro’— was conferred the highly commended citation in the Domestic Affairs Documentary category.

Receiving the awards for the Philippines and GMA Network were (from left) Reel Time Program Manager Nowell Cuanang, Philippine Seas Program Manager Lee Joseph Castel and Executive Producer Ian Simbulan.

“Marawi Liberation: War is Over” by GMA News TV’s flagship newscast State of the Nation with Jessica Soho (SONA), was short-listed in the Daily Journalism category.

ETON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL’S PILLAR OF HOPE 2018 AWARDEES

Nathaniel “Mang Tani” Cruz Zoren Legaspi Carmina Villaroel-Legaspi Cassandra Legaspi Maverick Legaspi Andre Paras Janine Gutierrez Eat Bulaga’s Plastic ni Juan Project

Janine Gutierrez

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ton International School honors programs and individuals showcasing the highest qualities of service and individuals who serve as purveyors of hope. The Pillar of Hope Award is given to personalities and luminaries in various sectors such as media, government, entertainment, music and the arts, sports, and community-building.

These personalities give voice to the voiceless, promote common good and provide access and participation to people, especially the poor – a true purveyor of HOPE.

AWARDS

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he prestigious Catholic Mass Media Awards recognizes students, professionals, and organizations that uphold Christian values among Filipinos through mass communication.

Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho

Best News Magazine (

Holy Land Coverage Unang Hirit’s Lenten season special coverage Best Special Event Coverage

Stories for the Soul

Best Adult Educational/ Cultural Program

Aha!

Best Religious Program

Best Male Newscaster & TV Host

State of the Nation with Jessica Soho Best News Program

Wagas

Best Comedy Program

Outstanding Field Reporter

Outstanding Field Reporter

Dingdong Dantes (Amazing Earth)

Buong Puso Para sa Kapuso

Best Documentary Host

Best Station ID

Marian Rivera-Dantes (Milya-milyang Agwat ng Mag-ina episode of Tadhana)

Best News Program special

Dear Uge

Tricia Zafra

Marisol Abdurahman

Balitang Bisdak

Best Children and Youth Program

rganized by the Kapisanan ng mga Kamag-anak at Migranteng Manggagawang Pilipino, Inc. which is a community-based organization of Overseas Filipino Workers, migrant returnees and their families to protect their rights and welfare and effectively respond to the growing problems of labor migration in the country.

Arnold Clavio (Unang Hirit)

Best Drama Series/ Program

The Atom Araullo Specials

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Best Actress

Dobol A sa Dobol B

Best News Commentary

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Jennylyn Mercado (The Cure)

Gladys Guevarra (Chuchay) Best Comedienne

Mike Nacua (Pekto)

Best Comedian

Romeo Librada (Super Tekla) Best Comedian

Tadhana

Best OFW True-to-LifeStories

Sunday Pinasaya Best Variety Show

Marvin Agustin (Kambal Karibal) Best Actor

Best Actress

PMPC STAR O AWARDS FOR TV

rganized by The Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Inc., the PMPC Star Awards for TV recognizes outstanding TV programs and personalities in the Philippines.

Arnold Clavio (Unang Hirit)

Broadcasting Lifetime Achievement Award

Yasmien Kurdi (Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka) Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza

Ken Chan

Pepito Manaloto

Best Magazine Show

I-Witness

Best Documentary Program

Gabby Eigenmann (Contessa)

Howie Severino Kara David Jay Taruc Sandra Aguinaldo Atom Araullo

Best Drama Supporting Actor Award

Best Child Performer

Alden Richards Best Male TV Host

Raffy Tima Arnold Clavio

Best Female TV Host

Best Drama Actress

Seth Dela Cruz (Hindi Ko Kayang Iwan Ka)

Jessica Soho

Maine Mendoza

Best Newscaster Award

Best Documentary Program Hosts

Vicky Morales

Best Public Service Program

The World of Gandang Ricky Reyes Best Lifestyle Show

Ken Chan

Frontrow Male Celebrity

Contessa

Best Daytime Drama Series

Pepito Manaloto Best Comedy Show

Sunday Pinasaya Best Variety Show

Arnold Clavio, Rhea Santos, Ivan Mayrina Connie Sison, Susan Enriquez, Suzi EntrataAbrera, Lyn ChingPascual, Lhar Santiago, Love Añover-Llanko, Luane Dy, Nathaniel “Mang Tani” Cruz, Atty.

Gaby Concepcion, Winnie Monsod, and Regine Tolentino Best Morning Show Host

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COVER

Dingdong Dantes and Dennis Trillo Join Forces in Newest Primetime Drama

very different worlds. As children, they were separated by fate. Daniel was raised comfortably in the city by his father. Miguel, on the other hand, was taken by his mother who later changed his name to Elias. They relocated to a poor fishing village where they struggled to make ends meet.

Years later, Daniel and Miguel/Elias were drawn together by their mutual “Yung istorya nakatutok sa affections: the father who brought dalawang magkapatid na lalaki. them apart, the mother they yearn for, Dito iikot ang kwento,” said This November, GMA and the woman they both love.

Dingdong. “It is the central plot of Network brings forth the whole teleserye. Para sa akin, a stirring new tale of Playing vital roles in the lives of the kakaiba talaga siya. And the fact brotherhood and sacrifice brothers are multi-talented Kapuso that I will be working with Dennis Trillo with its highly-anticipated actress Solenn Heussaff as Abigail, the after a long time and of course, si Solenn primetime spectacle,Cain bold, sophisticated, and adventurous fresh from Alyas Robin Hood, we’re going at Abel. lover of Daniel; and sought-after to explore something else here. Most of the Kapuso leading lady Sanya Lopez as people in the cast, like Sanya, first time ko Headlining the series Margaret, the principled, responsible, makakatrabaho kaya these reasons excite are two Kapuso and inspiring girlfriend of Miguel/Elias. me.” royalties, Primetime King Dingdong Dantes as Also part of the powerhouse ensemble For Dennis, it’s both the people and Daniel and Drama King are: Eddie Gutierrez as Antonio, story that excite him, “Bukod sa Dennis Trillo as Miguel/ the shrewd, formidable father and makakatrabaho, ‘yung project mismo Elias, who are both the Founder/Chairman of business exciting siya dahil ngayon lang ako looking forward to this conglomerate Destileria Larrazabal; ulit gagawa ng action-drama sa TV. unique project.

Chanda Romero as Belen, a loyal ‘Yung makasali ako sa show na ito, homemaker and a loving mother to makatrabaho ulit si Dong, at siyempre “Yung istorya nakatutok Daniel and Miguel/Elias; and Dina ‘yung buong kwento, malaking project sa dalawang magkapatid Bonnevie as Precy, the seductive and siya talaga kaya masaya ako na part na lalaki. Dito iikot ang scheming home wrecker who stole ako ng programa .” kwento,” said Dingdong.

Antonio from his original wife.

“It is the central plot of Joining them are Ronnie Henares Cain at Abel is an action-family the whole teleserye. Para drama about two brothers, Daniel sa akin, kakaiba talaga and Miguel, who grew up in two siya. And the fact that I will be working with Dennis Trillo after Headlining the series are two Kapuso royalties, Primetime King Dingdong Dantes as Daniel and Drama King Dennis Trillo as Miguel/Elias, who are both looking forward to this unique project.

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COVER

This November, GMA Network brings forth a stirring new tale of brotherhood and sacrifice with its highly-anticipated primetime spectacle,Cain at Abel. as Gener, Abigail’s father and the corrupt city governor who is also Antonio’s best friend/ business associate; Tommy Abuel as William, Belen’s mental health doctor; Bing Pimentel as Linda, Governor Gener’s charismatic but materialistic wife; Renz Fernandez as Louie, the good and responsible Senior Police Officer; Ervic Vijandre as Alex, the unscrupulous Senior Police Officer who does all of Governor Gener’s dirty work; Marc Abaya as Ramon, Elias’ enemy inside prison; Carlo Gonzales as Ronald, Daniel’s best friend and confidante; Boy 2 Quizon as Juancho, Elias’ best friend; Pauline Mendoza as Pat, Margaret’s conservative but feisty younger sister; Vince Vandorpe as Rafael, Daniel’s half-brother who is athletic, charismatic, and known as the campus heartthrob;Shyr Valdez as Tina and Leandro Baldemor as Darius, supportive parents of Margaret; and Euwenn Aleta as Sammy, the jolly and charming son of Miguel/Elias and Margaret.

Daniel; Seth dela Cruz as young Miguel/Elias; and Ashley Cabrera as young Abigail.

The creative team of the TV series is composed of headwriter John Roque with writers Anna Aleta A. Nadela, John Paul J. Bedia, andBrylle Tabora; and brainstormers Rhoda Sulit-Marino and Patrick Louie Lim Ilagan.

Under the helm of esteemed directors Don Michael Perez and Mark Reyes.

The show’s creative team is composed of creative director Roy Iglesias; senior creative consultant Suzette Doctolero; and creative head Dode Cruz.

Created by the GMA Drama group, this original series is headed by the SVP for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, VP for Drama Redgie A. Magno, AVP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, Senior Program Manager Cathy Ochoa Perez, and Executive Producer Michelle Borja.

Featuring in special guest roles are the following: Yasmien Kurdi as young Belen; Diana Zubiri as young Precy; Gio Alvarez as young Gener; Rafael Rosell as young Antonio; David Remo as young

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GMA News Pillar Mike Enriquez (center) with father and son Benjie and Andre Paras.

(L-R) Lovi Poe, Arnold Clavio, and Tom Rodriguez are all smiles for the Yuletide season.

Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian RiveraDantes spreading love with the little people.

GMA News Pillar Jessica Soho encouraging Kapuso viewers to feel the heart of Christmas.

(L-R) Miguel Tanfelix, Bianca Umali, Heart Evangelista, and Gil Cuerva at the Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS).

Eat Bulaga! Dabarkads Pia Guanio, Allan K, Joey De Leon, Vic Sotto, Ruby Rodriguez, Pauleen Luna-Sotto.

Cain at Abel cast with GMA Regional TV’s Balitang Amianan anchors and correspondents.

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GMA Network Lets Love Overflow in Christmas Station ID GMA Kapuso Foundation Founder and Ambassador Mel Tiangco together with GMA News personalities and volunteers.

The Legaspis sharing the warmth of Christmas as a family.

Netizens applaud GMA’s Ipadama Ang #PusoNgPasko

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MA Network ushered in the holiday season with a powerful message of love in its 2018 Christmas Station ID dubbed, “Ipadama ang Puso ng Pasko” which premiered last November 18 on Sunday PinaSaya.

This year, the Kapuso Network, together with communities here and abroad, come together to give us the holiday feels as they celebrate the heart of Christmas.

The Christmas campaign puts the spotlight on the Network’s recognized heart for genuine public service and how its talents and personalities also reach out to help communities in their own ways.

Alden Richards wishing all the Kapuso viewers a merry Christmas.

Symbolizing the essence of being a Kapuso, some of the scenes featured were the bayanihan preparation of Give-A-Gift: Alay Sa Batang Pinoy Noche Buena packs at the GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF)

Operations Center led by its founder and ambassador Mel Tiangco; various personalities participating in different outreach activities that spread love and bring cheer to communities; and the inspiring story of how GMA’s four-decade long medical-social service TV program Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko continues to touch lives.

More importantly, the heartwarming vignettes affirm that Christmas is very much alive in the hearts of Filipinos.

The theme song entitled “Puso ng Pasko” was performed by various Kapuso personalities headlined by Michael V, Alden Richards, Jennylyn Mercado, Tom Rodriguez, Lovi Poe, Christian Bautista, Aicelle Santos, The Clash Grand Champion Golden Cañedo, and Julie Ann San Jose, with lyrics by Rexy Jolly Conopio and BJ Camaya while music was composed and arranged by Ann Figueroa.

“Ang ganda ng CSID ng GMA. Yung beat ang saya nakakaindak. And syempre goosebumps.

‘Sabay-sabay sa buong mundo, ipadama ang puso ng Pasko’ Ang ganda ng linyang to. #PusoNgPasko nice one @gmanetwork!” @dncrkerbs Twitter user “GMA at its finest! They always give a new flavor of their CSID each year, at ramdam mong di nakikipag kumpetensya, gusto lang ipadama ang #PusoNgPasko taon taon.”

Rol Dan Youtube user “GMA at its finest! They always give a new flavor of their CSID each year, at ramdam mong di nakikipag kumpetensya, gusto lang ipadama ang #PusoNgPasko taon taon.”

Rol Dan Youtube user

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INTERNAL EVENT

A SHOWCASE OF KAPUSO TALENT AND CREATIVITY

Solenn Heussaff as one of the Pen Art judges.

Pen Art Competition participants display their respective artworks.

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apuso Art Fair, the first-ever exhibition of the Network employees and talents’ artworks in various forms (paintings, ceramics, drawings, sculptures, crafts, etc.), was held last November 15 to 16 at the GMA Network Center. Various artworks made by the employees and talents were exhibited and put on sale wherein a portion of the proceeds was donated to the GMA Kapuso Foundation.

The two-day event also featured Pen Art Competition and Art Jam participated in by employees of the Network and its subsidiaries.

The Pen Art Competition saw the creative prowess of the employees with pen as a medium, while Art Jam showcased live musical performances by the employees.

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Mikee Quintos is having fun while judging.

Kirk Tefora showing his winning piece for the Pen Art competition.

Director Louie Ignacio thoroughly examines the artworks.

Kapuso employees also showcase their talents through music.

Amazing artworks at the GMA mezzanine.

Agatha Guidaben of News and Public Affairs with her artworks for sale.

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MANOLO PEDROSO

JBK

HAPPIEST 5K ON THE PLANET

DINGDONG DANTES, MARIAN RIVERA, AND BABY ZIA

SOLENN HEUSAFF & NICO BOLZICO WITH OTHER KAPUSO ARTISTS

RODJUN CRUZ & RURU MADRID

BETONG & JOYCE PRING

KRIS BERNAL

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he Color Run, presented by GMA Network and organized by Runrio Events Inc., painted Metro Manila with burst of colors and exciting activities.

The run unleashed the hero in each and every one as proceeds of the event were donated to support the I am Super campaign of the YesPinoy Foundation, Inc. (YPF).

MIKA DELA CRUZ

HANNAH PRECILLAS

ISABELLE DE LEON COLOR THROW PARTY: Crowd goes party mode as they celebrate life through a shower of colors.

RALPH NORIEGA & ASH ORTEGA

BIANCA UMALI

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NEW PROGRAM

Carmina Villarroel and Twins Mavy and Cassy Legaspi Bring Happier Weekends in

GMA’s SARAP, ‘DI BA? GMA Network brought Filipino homes its newest talk-variety show, Sarap, ‘Di Ba? This program is hosted by no less than celebrity mom, actress and TV host Carmina Villarroel together with her talented twins Mavy and Cassy Legaspi.

Get the latest updates about Sarap, ‘Di Ba? from its official Facebook page www.facebook.com/SarapDiBaGMA, and Instagram and Twitter accounts @ SarapDiBaGMA. Kapuso viewers from across the globe 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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GMA Network and Rebisco Topps Sarap Introduce New Breed of Talents Via Toppstar TV Kapuso viewers are set to experience exciting Saturday mornings like no other as GMA Network and Rebisco Topp Sarap feature a new roster of talented kids in its newest musical-variety program Toppstar TV.

The 30-minute program showcases the talents of the ToppStar kids as they show off their singing, dancing, hosting and acting skills. These kids were chosen from Rebisco’s on-ground talent search all over the Philippines, which started in

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2016 as part of the brand’s commitment to celebrating the “topps” in each kid.

Get ready for more colorful and fun-filled Saturdays with Toppstar TV from 9:15 to 9:45AM on GMA, with replays every Sunday at 5:00–5:30pm on GMA News TV.

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Barangay LS DJs on Doing What You Love, Loving What You Do

In this fast-paced world where multitasking is now a lifestyle for most millennials and even millennials at heart, Barangay LS 97.1 disc jocks Papa Carlo, Papa Ding, and Papa JT share how they maximize their skills and at the same time enjoy what they do on and off-air.

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apa Carlo, dubbed as “Ang Bida ng Barangay”, produces and organizes events during his free time. “Nae-enjoy ko siya kasi nakapagpapasaya rin ako ng tao sa iba namang paraan kaya lalo akong ginaganahan.” He makes sure, however, that his events do not get in the way of his duties as the host of ‘Bida sa Barangay’ which airs Mondays to Saturdays.

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he youngest in the Barangay, Papa Ding maximizes his time off-air by surfing the net and looking for videos of the latest dance challenges. Tagged as “Ang Bibo ng Dance Floor,” this ‘Hoy Pinoy’ and ‘Wow Sayaw’ host learns the steps on his own and teaches them to his coDJs, adding his personal twist every now and then.

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he Bro Next Door Papa JT, on the other hand, puts his talent to good use in the drama segments of ‘Barangay Love Stories’. “Being a voice actor gives me the confidence that I can do my job with certainty.”

However, he admitted that juggling responsibilities is not easy. “The stress levels are significantly different, but it’s the good kind of stress. It does not feel like work for me,” assured Papa JT who can be heard daily on ‘Talk Back’ and ‘Sakto Mismo’ every Sunday.

Multi-awarded Kapuso actress Therese Malvar will be celebrating her 18th birthday with backto-back milestones in her career.

After bagging the Best Supporting Actress award for both of her films, ‘School Service’ and ‘Distance,’ at this year’s Cinemalaya Film Festival, Therese flew to Japan to represent the latter movie at the 2018 Tokyo Film Festival last October 26. This is her second time to represent a local film in the international scene.

The Kapuso star has also become a household name in the local indie scene, and as she is bound for adulthood, her grit to keep doing what she loves and tell stories that represent different facets of life remain relentless.

She will be sealing the year with a heart-warming drama with a powerhouse cast in the upcoming GMA Afternoon Prime series entitled “Inagaw Na Bituin.”

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GMA Worldwide Inks Deal with Chinese Partner in MIPCOM 2018

(From left) Deputy Director of the Propaganda Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China Ling Li, FZ Entertainment CEO and Founder Joshua Jiang, GMA Worldwide, Inc. Vice President Roxanne J. Barcelona, and MIP Markets Senior Sales Manager Paul Barbaro

GMA Worldwide, Inc. (GWI), content distribution arm of GMA Network, Inc. inked an exclusive distribution agreement with Chinese multi-media company FZ (Feng Zhi) Entertainment Co., Ltd. (FZ), last October 16 during MIPCOM 2018 in Palais des Festival, Cannes, France.

The partnership between GWI and FZ was for the distribution in China of GMA’s

highest rating and most successful romantic comedy for 2018, “Happy Together” (Inday Will Always Love You) headlined

by GMA actress Barbie Forteza.

The signing ceremony coincided with China being celebrated as the country of honor in MIPCOM, the world’s biggest entertainment content market.

China is a difficult market to penetrate for foreign content producers, but through GWI’s partnership with FZ, GMAproduced content will soon screen in China through pay TV and OTT-IPTV. This also expands GMA’s presence in the Asian region, enhancing its reputation as the premier source of quality Filipino content.

Representing the two companies during the signing ceremony were GWI’s Ms. Barcelona and FZ Entertainment’s CEO and Founder, Mr. Joshua Jiang.

Standing as witnesses were Mr. Ling Li, Deputy Director of the Propaganda Department of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Mr. Paul Barbaro, Senior Sales Manager of MIP Markets, the organizers of MIPCOM. In a separate statement, GWI announced plans of distributing more GMA series in China, the next in line being “My Superstar” (That’s My Amboy) which also stars Barbie Forteza.

MIPCOM is an annual trade show held in the French town of Cannes. It gathers representatives of television studios and broadcasters, producers, buyers and sellers of program and formats for international distribution.

GMA Animated Programs Take the Spotlight in the World’s Biggest Entertainment Content Market in France GMA Worldwide, Inc., GMA Network’s content distribution arm, took part in the Philippine pavilion in MIPCOM 2018, the world’s biggest entertainment content market. The Philippine pavilion highlights the country’s animation industry by bringing together content creators and showcasing Filipino-produced animated content.

Among the programs highlighted in the Philippine pavilion were GMA’s animated anthology Alamat, animated live-action series Sirkus and My Fairy Godmother (Daig Kayo ng Lola Ko).

The pavilion was organized by the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT),

and the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) in cooperation with various animation and content companies from the private sector.

Also part of the pavilion’s highlights was “Barangay 143,” the Philippines’ firstever anime series featuring the voices of top GMA artists which premiered last October 21 on GMA-7.

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The Philippine pavilion aims to promote the country’s creative industry in the international arena. “The Philippines has traditionally been seen as very strong in terms of providing services, but we also have great content creators,” said DICT Undersecretary Monchito Ibrahim.

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The country’s creative industry has been recognized as a potential export sector that can drive economic growth and job creation. “Over the past few years, we’ve been increasingly collaborating

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with the private sector and have reached the conclusion that MIPCOM is the best place for our home-grown talent to showcase their skills,” said DTI Export Marketing Bureau Assistant Director Anthony Rivera.

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Biggest Kapuso Shows, Personalities Banner GMA Regional TV’s October Events

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sawa Ko, Karibal Ko stars Rayver Cruz, Kris Bernal, and Thea Tolentino had a Kapuso Mall Show in SM City Bacolod during the celebration of MassKara Festival.

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ast October 12, My Special Tatay’s Rita Daniela, Ken Chan, Jillian Ward, and Arra San Agustin had a Kapuso Mall Show in Robinsons Place Pangasinan.

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Last October, some of GMA Network’s top personalities and programs went to different parts of the country to headline festivals and mall shows via GMA Regional TV.

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he cast of Pamilya Roces invaded Cebu last October 26 with two simultaneous mall shows. Carla Abellana, Sophie Albert, and Rocco Nacino headlined the Kapuso Mall Show in Gaisano Capital South.

ylie Padilla wowed the audience when she donned her Amihan costume during the opening of World Costume Festival at Calle Crisologo, Vigan City last October 28.

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apuso actor Mike Tan serenaded the candidates of MassKara Queen 2018 at the SMX Convention Center in Bacolod City.

his year’s MassKara Festival of Bacolod was made extra special with no less than Kapuso Primetime King Dingdong Dantes and Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo. They were joined by their co-stars in Cain at Abel, Solenn Heussaff and Sanya Lopez, during the Kapuso Mall Show in Robinsons Place Bacolod last October 21.

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he cast of Pamilya Roces invaded Cebu last October 26 with two simultaneous mall shows. Gabbi Garcia, Shaira Diaz, Andre Paras, Manolo Pedrosa, and Jasmine-Curtis Smith held their Kapuso Mall Show at Gaisano Island Mall Mactan.

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aking part in Vigan City’s Raniag Festival last October 20 were Dion Ignacio, Arra Agustin, Rita Daniela, and Gil Cuerva, .

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GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog (center) together with partners in the symbolic turnover for the new school building.

GMA Kapuso Foundation Opens First School Rebuilt in Marawi City GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog distributes Give-a-Gift Noche Buena packs to the students in Marawi.

GMAKF with key partners at the new school stage donated by Eat Bulaga, Alden Richards, and Republic Cement.

GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF) together with its multi-sectoral partners and donors successfully inaugurated the first school building that was rebuilt in Marawi City last October 29, a year after its liberation by the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) from terrorists.

GMAKF’s ‘Rebuild Marawi Project’ constructed a new school building with a total of 4 Kapuso classrooms and 8 restrooms at Camp Bagong Amai Pakpak Elementary School in Barangay Biaba Damag, Marawi City, Lanao del Sur for almost 300 students from Kindergarten to Grade 6.

The momentous inauguration was headed by GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog together with key multi-sectoral partners from the AFP’s Western Mindanao Command, the 54th Engineering Brigade, Task Force Bangon Marawi, Joint Task Force Ranao, the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) National and Region X, the local government of Marawi City, Department of Education (DepEd) Marawi City Schools Division with the support of the Lanao del Sur Police Provincial Office and the Provincial Government of Lanao del Sur. The construction was made possible through the monetary donation of the Federation of Filipino-Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry, Inc. (FFCCCII), Princess

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Dato Sri Dr. Becky Leogardo, Wilcon Depot Inc., and ICCT Colleges Foundation Inc. as well as material donations of Hanabishi Philippines, Mariwasa Siam Ceramics, NKD International Trading Corporation, Hocheng Philippines Corporation (HCG brand), and Davies Paints Philippines.

“We are more than grateful to our donors, partners and volunteers for their collective efforts in making this dream a reality and for believing in GMA Kapuso Foundation’s vision to help this beautiful city start afresh through the rebuilding of schools for the children,” Escudero-Catibog praised.

GMAKF used construction materials resilient to bullets, fire, typhoon, and termites to ensure the sturdiness and durability of each classroom. Separate male and female toilets were provided per classroom out of respect for Muslim customs and tradition.

GMAKF also turned over a new stage donated by Eat Bulaga, Alden Richards and Republic Cement. A Kapuso Lingap hand washing facility was also built courtesy of Manila Water Foundation while books and shelves for the school library were given by Children of Mindanao. Noche Buena packs were also distributed to all students as part of GMAKF’s ‘Give-A-Gift’ project.

GMAKF is currently rebuilding and rehabilitating a second school with 6 classrooms and 12 comfort rooms at Pendolonan Elementary School. To donate, visit www. gmanetwork.com/kapusofoundation/donate.

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GMA Kapuso Foundation, Alaska Join Hands for Feeding Project GMA Kapuso Foundation (GMAKF), GMA Network’s socio-civic arm, received a donation from Alaska Milk Corporation, a pioneer in promoting good nutrition in the country, to extend aid in GMAKF’s “Give-A-Gift: Feed a Child Project”.

The project is a 6-month feeding program which aims to improve the nutritional status of over 300 undernourished children by helping them achieve their ideal weight and height for their age.

“The KF feeding program, first devised by Tita Mel in 2004 and continued yearly to this day, is done by the Kapuso Foundation to help combat malnutrition and stunted growth among our children. We need to secure the future of our country by nourishing our youth,” said GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog.

(From left) GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog, Alaska Milk Corporation’s Marketing Services Manager Raymond R. Nacino, Assistant Media Manager Karen M. Ventosa, Brand Manager Maxine Lauren M. Lozada, and GMAKF Founder and Ambassador Mel C. Tiangco.

Alden Richards, Kyline Alcantara Give Back to Worthy Causes Award-winning Kapuso actor, TV host and singer Alden Richards never fails to pay it forward to the community.

The Pambansang Bae, together with GMA Records General Manager Rene Salta, personally turned over a portion of his ‘Adrenaline Rush’ concert proceeds to GMA Kapuso Foundation through GMAKF Founder and Ambassador Mel C. Tiangco and GMAKF EVP and COO Rikki Escudero-Catibog.

Alden’s donation will help fund the rehabilitation of Camp Bagong Amai Pakpak Elementary School in Marawi City which is under GMAKF’s Rebuild Marawi Project.

Meanwhile, talented Kapuso actress Kyline Alcantara also shared a part of her ‘Kyline Take Flight’ concert proceeds to one of the beneficiaries of GMAKF. ALDEN RICHARDS

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She has chosen to contribute to the rehabilitation of classrooms in different parts of Bicol, her home province. Kyline hails originally from Camarines Sur in Bicolandia.

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