Here’s the full list of winners for the 2nd VP Choice Awards
VP Choice Awards 2020 has come with JV Cruz and Joy Barcoma hosting the Livestream event. This year’s edition features Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel Padilla, and Fan Girl‘s big-time win. Presented on March 6, 2021, VPCA highlighted the finest —the prime and supreme — in the Travel, Lifestyle, Technology, and Entertainment industries.
VP Choice Awards 2020
Village Pipol determined the winners through a voting system of 25% from online votes, 25% from Facebook shares, 30% from the editorial team, and 20% from a panel of judges. This year’s panel of judges consists of creative and fashion personalities, business people, and entertainment executives. This includes entrepreneur Arlene Garcia – de Leon, marketing expert Inyi Yruma, director-slash-choreographer Juan Paulo Infante, fashion designer Jhay Layson, and creative director for a magazine under an Emmy-winning media company Allen Esteban.
With that being said, here’s the full list of winners for VP Choice Awards 2020:
TRAVEL
Dream Destination of the Year – Local
This award goes to the municipality, city, or province that exerts effort to promote their culture, heritage, and attractions despite the current pandemic. This, then, includes their ability to advertise and adapt in the age of social media.
SIARGAO
BATANES
BORACAY
BOHOL
CORON PALAWAN – WINNER
LA UNION
Dream Destination of the Year – International
This award goes to the country that has always been the favorite travel destination of most Filipinos.
SOUTH KOREA – WINNER
JAPAN
SINGAPORE
THAILAND
CAMBODIA
BALI INDONESIA
LIFESTYLE
Beauty and Wellness Center of the Year
This award will be given to the beauty and wellness clinic that continues to offer pampering services, beauty and wellness needs, and excellent customer care.
BELO MEDICAL GROUP
FLAWLESS
MANNY & PIE CALAYAN CLINIC
DERMCLINIC – WINNER
THE AIVEE CLINIC
YSA SKIN & BODY EXPERT
Mommy Blog of the Year
This award will be given to the parenting and lifestyle blog that continues to provide quality content and helpful guides for parents and adults, especially in this time of a pandemic.
TIPID MOMMY
MOMMY DIARIES PH
MOMMY PEHPOT
MOMMY LEVY
LOVINGLY MAMA – WINNER
THE MISIS CHRONICLES
Fashion Influencer of the Year
This award will be given to the fashion personality who continues to create exquisite fashion content. This should also influence the opinion and purchase behavior of her followers on social media.
VERNIECE AND VERN ENCISO
LAUREEN UY
CAMILLE CO
DAVID GUIZON
KEN SUSON – WINNER
KERWIN KING
Beauty Influencer of the Year
This award will be given to the influencer who reflects their passion for any aspects of beauty which includes make-up, hair, nails, and skincare. Beauty influencers have been at the forefront of promoting self-love and body positivity through social media content.
THE BEAUTY JUNKEE
LETISHA VELASCO – WINNER
MICHELLE DY
ANNE CLUTZ
RAIZA CONTAWI
MARTINE HO
TECHNOLOGY
Tech Blog of the Year
This award goes to the fan-favorite technology blog offering complete and comprehensive gadget reviews as well as tech news coverage in the country.
YUGATECH
REVÜ PHILIPPINES – WINNER
UNBOX PH
NOYPIGEEKS
GIZGUIDE
GADGET PILIPINAS
Mobile Brand of the Year
This award goes to the mobile brand that remains at the top of the electronics market which consumers support despite the continuous change of style and innovation.
REALME – WINNER
VIVO
OPPO
SAMSUNG
HUAWEI
XIAOMI
Online Shopping Portal of the Year
This award will be given to the online shopping portal where consumers find exactly what they want where it no longer requires a trip to the mall.
LAZADA – WINNER
SHOPPEE
CAROUSELL
ZALORA
ENTERTAINMENT
Breakthrough Social Media Star of the Year
This award will be given to the personality who broke the internet with his/her talent, social media presence, and undeniable connection to netizens.
MISS EVERYTHING
IVANA ALAWI – WINNER
MACOY DUBS
SASSA GURL
RICHO BAUTISTA
KIM ARDA
YouTuber of the Year
This award will be given to the local YouTube personality who has been making waves with his/her relatable and quality content.
IVANA ALAWI
ZEINAB HARAKE
RANZ KYLE
ALEX GONZAGA – WINNER
DONNALYN BARTOLOME
MIMIYUUUH
TikTok Star of the Year
This award will be given to the TikTok artist who is able to showcase our talents, wit, and creativity to the rest of the world.
YANYAN DE JESUS
MARVIN FOJAS
ANDREA BRILLANTES – WINNER
NIANA GUERRERO
SASSA GURL
VLADIMIR GRAND
Local Drag Queen of the Year
This award will be given to the most favorite Filipina drag queen who consistently making efforts in promoting the art of drag in the local scene.
BRIDIGING GIGI
EVA LE QUEEN
KATKAT DESALLA – WINNER
MARINA SUMMERS
PRECIOUS PAULA NICOLE
VINAS DE LUXE
Loveteam of the Year
This award will be given to the best pair we have seen on television series and movie projects. They became the talk of the town with their natural onscreen and off-screen chemistry.
KARJON (Karina Bautista and Aljon Mendoza)
LOUDRE (Lou Yanong and Andre Brouillette)
KIANO (Kiara Takahashi and Gino Roque)
ASHTAN (Ashley del Mundo and Tan Roncal)
KYCINE (Kyle Echarri and Francine Diaz) – WINNER
SETHDREA (Seth Fedelin and Andrea Brillantes)
Fandom of the Year
This award will be given to the most passionate fandom in the Philippine entertainment industry. They show unwavering support to their idol celebrities and engage in conversations on social media.
A’TIN – WINNER
GOLD SQUAD
KATHNIEL
DARRENATICS
ALDENATICS
TEAM LAYF
FM Radio Station of the Year
This award will be given to the FM radio station that continues to provide endless entertainment for its listeners.
90.7 LOVE RADIO
YES! THE BEST FM 101.1
ENERGY FM 106.7 – WINNER
WISH FM 107.5
BRGY LS 97.1
MOR 101.9
Radio DJ of the Year
This award will be given to the most charming voice that continues to exude good vibes and interactive experiences with its listeners.
PAPA JACKSON
DJ RAQI TERRA
NICOLE HYALA
DJ CHACHA
DJ KARA – WINNER
DJ JHAI HO
Performer of the Year
This award will be given to the talent that could fill an entire arena, professionalism, and impeccable connection to his/her audience as a true-blooded performing artist.
MORISETTE AMON
DARREN ESPANTO
ALDEN RICHARDS
DANIEL PADILLA
JONA VIRAY
SARAH GERONIMO – WINNER
Group Performer of the Year
This award will be given to the local pop group that is currently making waves in the Philippine entertainment scene. This group embodies the value of teamwork and diversity among its members in every performance.
SB19 – WINNER
MNL 48
BUDAKHEL
BEN&BEN
IDOLLS
XOXO
Promising Male Star of the Year
This award will be given to the Most Promising Male Star who caught attention with his talent, charisma, and undeniable connection to viewers.
FUMIYA SANKAI
ION PEREZ
YAMYAM GUCONG
TAN RONCAL
GINO ROQUE
KOKOY DE SANTOS – WINNER
Promising Female Star of the Year
This award will be given to the Most Promising Female Star who caught attention with her talent, charisma, and undeniable connection to viewers.
FRANCINE DIAZ – WINNER
LIE REPOSPOSA
BELLE MARIANO
LOU YANONG
KIARA TAKAHASHI
CHARLIE DIZON
Movie of the Year
This award will be given to the movie that is ambitious, relevant, and original. This is the movie that captures the hearts of Filipino moviegoers with its excellent plot, outstanding acting ensemble, which created an impeccable impact on both critics and viewers.
FAN GIRL – WINNER
THE MISSING
ISA PANG BAHAGHARI
FOUR SISTERS BEFORE THE WEDDING
ALTER ME
MAGIKLAND
Movie Actor of the Year
This award will be given to the actor that created an emotional impact on Filipino viewers in a movie setting.
ADRIAN LINDAYAG (The Boy Foretold by the Stars) – WINNER
JOSHUA GARCIA (Block Z)
PAULO AVELINO (Fan Girl)
TONY LABRUSCA (Hindi Tayo Pwede)
JOHN ARCILLA (The Healing Priest)
ENCHONG DEE (Alter Me)
Movie Actress of the Year
This award will be given to the actress that created an emotional impact on Filipino viewers in a movie setting.
SYLVIA SANCHEZ (Coming Home)
LOVI POE (Hindi Tayo Pwede)
CHARLIE DIZON (Fan Girl) – WINNER
IZA CALZADO (Tagpuan)
RITZ ASUL (The Missing)
GILLIAN VICENCIO (Four Sisters Before Wedding)
Movie Director of the Year
This award will be given to the movie director who produced cinema masterpieces that are well-loved by Filipino moviegoers.
ANTOINETTE JADAONE (Fan Girl) – WINNER
DOLLY DULU (The Boy Foretold by the Stars)
EASY FERRER (The Missing)
JOEL LAMANGAN (Isa Pang Bahaghari)
MIKHAIL RED (Block Z)
RC DELOS REYES (Alter Me)
BL Series of the Year
This award will be given to the local BL series that successfully delivers commendable ensemble acting, an impressive storyline, and a good LGBTQIA+ representation.
BEN X JIM
GAMEBOYS – WINNER
GAYA SA PELIKULA
HELLO STRANGER
MYDAY THE SERIES
QUARANTHINGS
BL Loveteam of the Year
This award will be given to the BL love team who caught the hearts of Filipino viewers.
ADRIAN LINDAYAG AND KEANN JOHNSON
AKI TORRES
IAN PANGILINAN AND PAOLO PANGILINAN
KOKOY DE SANTOS AND ELIJAH CANLAS – WINNER
TEEJAY MARQUEZ AND JEROME PONCE
TONY LABRUSCA AND JC ALCANTARA
TV Station of the Year
This award will be given to the network that continues to provide high-quality news and entertainment shows that remain on top of the viewers’ favorite lists.
GMA
TV5
ABS-CBN – WINNER
CNN PHILIPPINES
PTV4
UNTV
TV Series of the Year
This award will be given to the best television series that captures the hearts of Filipino viewers with its relatable and timely plot and great acting ensemble.
PAANO ANG PASKO
ANG IYO AY AKIN
DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN
PAMILYA KO
A SOLDIER’S HEART
LOVE THY WOMAN – WINNER
TV Actor of the Year
This award will be given to the actor who shared his vast talent in acting and understood the requirement of his craft. He also delivered outstanding performances in leading roles in a television series.
COCO MARTIN (Ang Probinsyano)
DINGDONG DANTES (Descendants of the Sun)
GERALD ANDERSON (A Soldier’s Heart)
MIKAEL DAEZ (Love of My Life)
SAM MILBY (Ang Sa Iyo Ay Akin)
XIAN LIM (Love Thy Woman) – WINNER
TV Actress of the Year
This award will be given to the TV actress who shared her vast talent in acting and understood the requirement of her craft. She also delivered outstanding performances in leading roles in a television series.
CARLA ABELLANA (Love of My Life)
IZA CALZADO (Ang Sa Iyo Ay Akin)
JENNYLYN MERCADO (Descendants of the Sun) – WINNER
JODI STA. MARIA (Ang Sa Iyo Ay Akin)
KIM CHIU (Love Thy Woman)
KRIS BERNAL (Ate ng Ate Ko)
TV Male Icon of the Decade
This award will be given to the TV actor who has become this generation’s Male TV Icon. He had shown unwavering dedication to his craft throughout the years.
DENNIS TRILLO
RICHARD GUTIERREZ
IAN VERENACION
DINGDONG DANTES
COCO MARTIN
ALDEN RICHARSD
ALBERT MARTINEZ
PAULO AVELINO
DANIEL PADILLA – WINNER
JERICHO ROSALES
TV Female Icon of the Decade
This award will be given to the TV actress who has become this generation’s Female TV Icon. She had shown unwavering dedication to her craft throughout the years.
ANGEL LOCSIN
MARIAN RIVERA
ANNE CURTIS
BEA ALONZO
KATHRYN BERNARDO – WINNER
JENNYLYN MERCADO
ANGELICA PANGANIBAN
MAJA SALVADOR
IZA CALZADO
JODI STA. MARIA
MAJOR AWARDS
VP/Spotlight of the Year
Last 2020, we have witnessed these young stars conquered the entertainment scene with their talents and undeniable charisma. Who will be this year’s VP Spotlight star?
KELVIN MIRANDA
SOFIA PABLO – WINNER
WILL ASHLEY
JIN MACAPAGAL
ANTHONY ROSALDO
BOY’S LOCKDOWN CAST
ROYCE CABRERA
KURT MENDOZA AND RENZ KEISER
VP/Cover of the Year
2020 has been a year of diverse monthly issues from local superstars and talented artists to international stars. Among these 12 covers, who will be this year’s Cover of the Year?
LUIS HONTIVEROS
KYLIE VERZOSA AND HARRY HARTMAN
JASON ABALOS
DESCENDANTS OF THE SUN
EHRRAN MONTOYA
SABADONTT
KENT HARLEY ONES
AKI TORRES AND MIKO GALLARDO
LEXI GONZALES
BAE SUZY AND NAM JOO-HYUK
DARREN ESPANTO
ALDEN RICHARDS – WINNER
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Angela Grace P. Baltan has been writing professionally since 2017. She doesn’t hesitate to be opinionated in analyzing movies and television series. Aside from that, she has an affinity for writing anything under the sun. As a writer, she uses her articles to advocate for feminism, gender equality, the LGBTQIA+ community, and mental health among others.