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‘Idol Philippines’: Vice Ganda falls for teen singer's charm

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<figure class="op-interactive"><iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/bVBMFiNIEPo?enablejsapi=1"></iframe></figure><div class="iwantbar">Watch more in <a href="//www.iwantv.com.ph/">iWantv</a> or <a href="//tfc.tv/">TFC.tv</a></div><p>At first one might think this was one of those &quot;joke&quot; auditions, which, while entertaining, often disappoints when it comes to singing. </p><p>Gello Marquez, a high school student, came in talking about his facial hair mishaps that resulted in an allergic reaction, among other things. He has a knack for chitter-chatter, and has a charming personality that definitely is a boon for a contest such as &quot;Idol Philippines.&quot; </p><p>Luckily, he also has the voice to complement this, which he showcased by singing Michael Pangilinan&#x27;s &quot;Bakit Ba Ikaw.&quot; </p><p>With a little more practice, Marquez, who is just 18, can go far in the competition, according to the judges. </p><p>Vice Ganda noted that his performance lacked &quot;maturity,&quot; but added: &quot;Kapag sineryoso mo iyan, mas lalo ka pang bo-bongga.&quot; </p><p>Hosted by Billy Crawford, &quot;Idol Philippines&quot; airs Saturdays after &quot;Home Sweetie Home&quot; and Sundays after &quot;Wansapanataym.&quot;</p>

<p>Gello Marquez has a knack for chitter-chatter, and has a charming personality that definitely is a boon for a contest such as "Idol Philippines." </p>

Gello Marquez has a knack for chitter-chatter, and has a charming personality that definitely is a boon for a contest such as "Idol Philippines."