Leading media company ABS-CBN continues to be the choice for children as the Kapamilya network’s programs and personalities received a total of 24 awards at the recent Anak TV Awards.
Long-running drama anthology Maalaala Mo Kaya, iconic musical variety show ASAP Natin ‘To, hit daytime TV series Nang Ngumiti Ang Langit, popular talent reality show World of Dance, and well-loved daytime talk show Magandang Buhay all gained Anak TV Seals of Approval for its kid- and family-friendly content.
Meanwhile, other programs such as ABS-CBN flagship newscast TV Patrol, top-rating noontime program It’s Showtime, afternoon drama favorite Kadenang Ginto, and primetime staples FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano and The General’s Daughter were presented with the Household Favorite awards. Nang Ngumiti Ang Langit was also given the same citation, making it as a double-winner in the event.
Aside from the leading media and entertainment company’s shows, its stars also made a splash in the Anak TV awards, receiving 13 total Makabata Star recognitions, led by box-office stars Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla.
Aside from the popular loveteam, other Kapamilya stars handed Makabata Star citations were Halik leading man Jericho Rosales, Alone/Together actress Liza Soberano, The Voice Philippines coach Lea Salonga, Kadenang Ginto stars Francine Diaz and Beauty Gonzalez, FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano’s Yassi Pressman, and Susan Roces, Minute to Win Ithost Luis Manzano, PBB Otso host Robi Domingo, Bagani star Matteo Guidicelli, and The Killer Bride star Joshua Garcia.
The Anak TV Awards is an annual national recognition given by the Anak TV honoring child-sensitive programs and personalities in the Philippines. This year’s awarding ceremony was held at the Soka Gakkai Building in Quezon City.