On August 23, 2007, Twitter user Chris Messina tweeted a suggestion to use the # symbol to group conversations on the platform. Twelve years later, it remains a useful tool for the Twitter community to share their voice and join conversations.
Hashtags have helped galvanize some of the most important conversations in recent history. One click and you’ll be able read public tweets that used the hashtag, or join the topic.
As the Twitterverse celebrated Hashtag Day on August 23, Twitter Philippines revealed the popular hashtags in the country from January to July this year.
1. #MaineMendoza
Fans of Maine Mendoza continue to support their idol online and offline.
2. #DyisIsItManila
Radio listeners use this hashtag to request for their favorite OPM songs and know which local hits made it to MOR 101.9’s countdown.
3. #MayWard
The Maymay Entrata and Edward Barber love team makes their fans blush with kilig.
4. #AldenRichards
Alden Richards’ star shines bright this year as he recently wowed fans and critics with his performance in Hello, Love, Goodbye.
5. #MaymayEntrata
Maymay Entrata made waves this year after showcasing her modelling and acting chops.
6. #KissesDelavin
Many teens look up to Kisses Delavin’s beauty and brains.
7. #VoteKathrynBernardo
This hashtag trended when fans showed support for Kathryn Bernardo’s nomination for the Favorite Pinoy Trending Award in this year’s Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards—it worked because she won.
8. #HelloLoveGoodbye
The movie continues to sweep the nation, achieving box office and critical acclaim here and abroad.
9. #UAAPSeason81Volleyball
This year, the hype on volleyball got more intense as Ateneo Lady Blue Eagles and UST Lady Tigresses vied for the championship crown.
10. #ManilaEncounters
Twitter users unleash their storytelling skills using this hashtag that mixes the urban setting of Metro Manila with Filipino mythology, urban legends, and superstitions.