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<div class="embed-wrap"><figure data-feedback="fb:likes,fb:comments"><img src="http://sa.kapamilya.com/absnews/abscbnnews/media/2016/sports/04/02/pgt-judges.jpg"/><figcaption><div class="embed-desc">The judges Vice Ganda (L-most), Robin Padilla (L), Angel Locsin (R), and Freddie Garcia (R-most) select the 36 semi-finalists of &#x27;Pilipinas Got Talent.&#x27;</div></figcaption></figure></div>MANILA - The judges of the fifth season of &quot;Pilipinas Got Talent&quot; had to make one tough decision after another as the semi-finalists were narrowed down to 36 in a tense elimination.In addition to the golden buzzer acts Power Duo, Liquid Concepts, Power Impact Dancers, Mark Dune Basmayor, here are the other acts moving on to the live semi-finals round:DMX Comvaleños Bailes de Luces Philip Galit Celine Velayo Sto. Tomas Bulilit Generation Dona Aguire Derf Cabael Rayner Dalde Rouge Crossover Family Dino Splendid Acrobats The Raes Nex Option Kurt Philip Espiritu The Amazing Pyra Legendary Fire Artists UA Mindanao LezboysPoor Voice Splitters F.A. Flow Circle Angel Fire Likhain Dance Crew Ody Sto. Domingo Vernon de Vera M.A.T.T.I. MastermindHowever, the judges, composed of Vice Ganda, Angel Locsin, Robin Padilla, and former ABS-CBN president Freddie Garcia, could not decide on the final five slots.Garcia suggested to give a select batch of eliminated contestants to audition again for a chance to move on to the live rounds.Singer Francis Anne Virtudazo, who wowed with her strong voice, was added to the roster of semi-finalists through Garcia&#x27;s unprecedented move. The last four semi-finalists will be revealed on Sunday.

The judges of the fifth season of "Pilipinas Got Talent" had to make one tough decision after another as the semi-finalists were narrowed down to 36 in a tense elimination.

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'Pilipinas Got Talent' judges pick semi-finalists

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Published April 02, 2016 10:53 PM PHT

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Updated April 02, 2016 10:54 PM PHT

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