4th VP Choice Awards: Lifestyle and Social Media Categories full list of winners

The moment of thrill, fun, and excitement has come full circle to the pipol as the 4th VP Choice Awards (VPCA) concludes!

VP Choice Awards is the most engaged local award-giving body produced by Village Pipol and Red Entertainment Inc. With the help of the pipol and the choices they make, it acknowledges the finest individuals, brands, and entities from different industries.

Alike, under the lifestyle category, VPCA recognizes the importance of lifestyle personalities and brands in impacting how consumers perceive brands in general.

Meanwhile, the social media subcategory awards the most influential acts on different networking platforms. The nominees are examined based on these criteria:

50% Online Voting

-30% VP Choice Awards’ Facebook shares

-20% Village Pipol’s Facebook shares

30% Editorial Team
20% Experts Panel

Furthermore, the board of experts comprised showbiz-lifestyle YouTuber Albert Bryan Abelido, orthodontics expert Dr. John Alex Glenn Crespo, and seasoned blogger Justine Montas. Likewise, actress-entrepreneur Kyra Custodio, celebrity hairstylist Mark Rosales, market researcher Martin Penaflor, and gadget coach Peter Jan Icago joined the panel.

Consequently, the combined decision of the public and deliberation of the judges led to determining this year’s conquerors. So, let us get to know them!

4th VP Choice Awards: Lifestyle and Social Media full list of winners

LIFESTYLE CATEGORY

Author of the Year

This distinction is a tribute to the author who effectively communicated with the readers through literature. Thus, through their story, they were able to send their message and inspiration.

Delcon Anthony for “Redstain – Dystopia Manila”
Jonquil Joy Regala Rellin for “The Billionaire’s Secret” (Winner)
Marc Richmond Camero for “The Ilustrados – Deck The Halls”
Mark Manalang for “The Secret of Derek Guerrero”
Ron Canimo for “Ikaw sa Bawat Araw”
Shayne Ambe Martinez for “2995: Fall Into Oblivion – Dystopia Manila”

Beauty Influencer of the Year

VPCA acknowledge the influencer who reflects their passion for many beauty aspects. In addition, they highly influence pipol when it comes to doing make-up, hair, nails, and skincare.

Bella Racelis
Crisha Uy
John Fedellaga (Winner)
Mae Layug
Paula Pelaez
Rei Germar

Cosplayer of the Year

The recipient of this award brings cosplay to mainstream consciousness. They can also transform their looks in every character they portray with an edge of their own.

Alodia Gosiengfiao
Awie De Guzman and Prince de Guzman
Charess
Kang Dupet
Miho-Cosplay
Myrtle Sarrosa (Winner)

Fashion Influencer of the Year

This recognition belongs to the fashion personality who continues to create exquisite fashion content. They should also influence the opinion and behavior of their followers on social media.

Angel Dei
David Guizon
Ida Anduyan
John de Leon
Ken Suson (Winner)
Lharby Policarpio

Fitness Center of the Year

This chain provided the pipol with the best services and facilities. For that reason, it helped all kinds of pipol with their fitness journeys.

Anytime Fitness (Winner)
Fitness First
Golds Gym
Pound for Pound
Stark Fitness
Surge Fitness Lifestyle

Home Appliance of the Year

This award goes to the brand that certainly exemplified top-quality and value-for-money products for the pipol. Additionally, it is the name the users trust the most in their daily lives.

Beko
Extreme Philippines
LG
Panasonic
Sharp Philippines
TCL Electronics (Winner)

Mommy Blogger of the Year

This title recognizes the most-voted parenting and lifestyle blog. Furthermore, they continue to provide quality content and helpful guides for parents and adults.

Gracie Miranda-Maulion
Joy Tan-Chi Mendoza
Kryz Uy
Lhourdes Mercadero (Winner)
Mommy Pehphot
Rica Peralejo

Tech Blogger of the Year

VP Choice Awards also honor the fan-favorite technology-based blog offering comprehensive gadget reviews and tech news coverage in the Philippines.

Alvin Pacheco
Anjie Lou Delos Reyes
Jahrell Marquez
John Nieves
RV Cuarto (Winner)
Vince Domingo

Travel Blogger of the Year

The award goes to the personality who continues to wow readers because of their breathtaking content on the internet. They also highlight favorite tourist destinations in and out of the country.

Gael Hilotin | (thepinaysolobackpacker.com)
Kara Santos | (travelling-up.com)
Lucky So Alabado and Walter Siy | https://www.discovermnl.com.ph (Winner)
Marco Dennis Esplana | (https://www.thepinoytraveler.com)
Queenie Anne Gumiran | (https://thequeensescape.com)

This title is for the personality who broke the internet because of their talent, social media presence, and undeniable connection to their audience.

Dolly De Leon
Gab Pangilinan
Herlene Budol
Kaila Estrada (Winner)
Small Laude
Whamos Cruz

Content Creator of the Year ( in partnership with Blogapalooza)

The title is deserving of the personality who creates relatable content while remaining relevant and memorable in the viewer’s mind.

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Auriz Llorens (@aurizllorenz)
Chardie B | @chardie__b (Winner)
Kookoo Macasaet | @zfipm
Mommy Pehpot | @mommypehpot
Ninong Ry | @ninongry
Steven Bansil | @stevenbansil

Female TikTok Face of the Year

VPCA names the top Filipino female creator on TikTok because of her undeniable charisma, charm, and entertaining content.

Lottie Bie | @lottiebie
Melai Cantiveros | @melaicfrancisco
Rosemarie Tan Pamulaklakin | @rosmartan
Sassa Gurl | @itssassagurl
Sharlene San Pedro | @sharlene.sanpedro (Winner)
Shyr Balagtas | @shyrbalagtas31

Male TikTok Face of the Year

Likewise, the award refers to the top Filipino TikTok male creator that showed undeniable charisma, charm, and entertaining content.

Christian Antolin | @sesbombchris
Esnyrrr | @esnyrrr
Joshua Garcia | @iam.joshuagarcia
Justin De Dios | @jahdedios.77
Stellvester Ajero | @stellajero16 (Winner)
Steven Bansil | @steven_bansil

Local Drag Queen of the Year

The receiver of this prize is also a favored charismatic entertainer. Therefore, they possess uniqueness, nerve, and talent for jaw-dropping performance.

Lady Gagita
Marina Summers
Precious Paula Nicole
Shewarma
Viñas de Luxe (Winner)
Xilhouete

TikTok Star of the Year

Meanwhile, the owner of this accolade is the entertainer that showcases their talent, wit, and creativity to the rest of the world. Hence, he or she proved themself to be a TikTok star.

Andrea Brillantes | @blythe
Dr. Kilimanguru | @dockilimanguru (Winner)
Niana Guerrero | @nianaguerrero
Sanya Lopez | @sanya_lopez
Vladimir Grande | @callmegrand
Yan Yan de Jesus | @yanyandejesus1

Viral TikTok Video of the Year

This award goes to the favorite TikTok video that users continue to recreate due to its catchiness. Moreover, the entry gained massive views on the platform.

Amokabogera (Winner)
Ginseng Strip Dance
Melai Chicken Nuggets
Thick Fine Woman
Ting Ting Tang Ting Dance
Wednesday Dance

YouTuber of the Year

This personality made waves on YouTube with relatable and also high-quality content. Thus, he or she acquired the adoration of many.

Doc Willie Ong
Donnalyn Bartolome
Gandang Kara (Winner)
Geo Ong
Raffy Tulfo
Toni Gonzaga

At last, that concludes the lifestyle and social media winners of the 4th VP Choice Awards!

Certainly, it has been an exciting journey as we emerged from the shadow, erupted, and championed our luminous explosion. Thus, we owe it to you, pipol, for making this event possible. See you in our next edition!

The 4th VP Choice Awards is presented by Casino Filipino while co-presented by itel and FLEEK, respectively. Meanwhile, Evnia, Tea Ni Juan, Chow Panda – Dimsum, SIP water, SMPO Philippines, and Bayong Republic are our sponsors.

Collaborators Jhay Layson, True Creators Studio, TEAM TYRONNE, Joey Peria Event and Floristry, Proshot and Philgifts.

The following are our media partners: The Manila Times, BusinessMirror, BusinessWeek Mindanao, Mindanao Daily News, The Market Monitor, BMPlus, PILIPINO Mirror, Cagayan de Oro Times, The Post, Maharlika TV, WhenInManila.com, Blogapalooza, GIZGUIDEPH, Orange Magazine TV, Iconic MNL, and A2Z.