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Christopher Sitson

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The Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences (FAMAS) revealed the winners of the inaugural Broadcast Arts Awards, held at the Manila Hotel on July 20.Creatives, news personalities, and stars from various media platforms, including ABS-CBN’s Vice Ganda and Coco Martin, received several awards in recognition of their mastery of their craft and for inspiring viewers and a new generation of talents.<div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZm2F3Pktsp/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=594&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A424615.40000009537%2C%22ls%22%3A333821%2C%22le%22%3A334051.7000000477%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="925" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script>Vice Ganda was hailed as Best Host for Entertainment for being one of the main hosts of the 16-year-old noontime show &quot;It’s Showtime,&quot; which also won Best Variety Show.“&#x27;It’s Showtime&#x27; continues to thrive kahit napakaraming challenges na pinagdaanan ng programang ito. Thank you so much to the madlang pipol for making &#x27;It’s Showtime&#x27; the most relevant noontime show now,” Vice said.“Sana mabuhay ulit nang buhay na buhay ang telebisyon, new media. Mabuhay tayong lahat, maraming-maraming salamat po,” the Unkabogable Star added.Kapamilya Primetime King Coco Martin achieved a remarkable sweep for his hit action-drama series &quot;FPJ’s Batang Quiapo,&quot; earning accolades as both Best Director and Best Screenwriter for Series and Anthology. His multi-faceted win highlights his immense artistic contribution to the show&#x27;s massive success as a top-rating favorite among Filipino audiences.<div> </div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBhYiuCmDN/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=594&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A585560%2C%22ls%22%3A333821%2C%22le%22%3A334051.7000000477%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script>The event also honored veteran actor and director Joel Lamangan, who won Best Supporting Performer for Series and Anthology for his compelling role as Roda in &quot;FPJ&#x27;s Batang Quiapo.&quot;:Adding to the network&#x27;s historic wins, the legendary drama anthology &quot;Maalaala Mo Kaya,&quot; hosted by Charo Santos-Concio, was named Best Anthology.Recognized as the night&#x27;s top news broadcast, ANC’s &quot;The World Tonight,&quot; anchored by veteran broadcast journalist Tony Velasquez, took home the coveted award for Best News Program. The iconic newscast continues to set the gold standard in Philippine broadcast journalism through its in-depth coverage and unwavering commitment to factual integrity. Its recognition at the FAMAS Broadcast Arts Awards solidifies its enduring legacy as a trusted source of news for generations of viewers.Meanwhile, digital sensation and &quot;Love Is Never Gone&quot; lead star Ivana Alawi took home the honors for Best Public Service Show and tied for Best Host for Public Service.&quot;I have been vlogging for almost 7 years... una katuwaan lang kasama ang pamilya ko but then it grew into something more beautiful — helping people and inspiring people. I wanted to use my platform to share happiness dahil ang dami-daming nangyayari sa mundo natin, and also to share my blessings,&quot; Alawi said in her speech.Over on the airwaves, DZMM’s Papa Ahwel Paz was recognized for his outstanding work on radio, taking home the trophy for Best AM Anchor.&quot;Isa po talagang karangalan ang makasama rin po sa makasaysayang pagdiriwang na ito na sa panahon po ng social media na lahat tayo ay scroll, scroll, next video, may mga naniniwala pa rin po sa kapangyarihan ng radyo. Maraming salamat po FAMAS at itinaas niyo po kami. Para sa DZMM TeleRadyo, patuloy ang ating serbisyo — para sa atin pong lahat ito,&quot; Paz added.Here is the list of winners of the first FAMAS Broadcast Arts Awards:Best Series (Long/Short Form) – Batang Quiapo (ABS-CBN)Best Anthology – Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN)Best Variety Show – It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN)Best Host for Entertainment – Vice GandaBest Screenplay for Series and Anthology – Coco Martin, Batang QuiapoBest Director for Series and Anthology – Coco Martin, Batang QuiapoBest Supporting Performer for Series and Anthology – Joel Lamangan, Batang QuiapoBest Performer for Series and Anthology – Kelvin Miranda, EncantadiaBest Comedy Show (Long/Short Form) – CongTVBest Educational Show – Born to Be WildBest Show for Game, Reality, and Competition – Family Feud (GMA)Best Entertainment Talk Show – Fast Talk (GMA)Best Lifestyle Show – Biyahe ni Drew (GMA)Best AM Anchor – Papa Ahwel PazBest FM Radio DJ – Papa JackBest Radio Drama Show – DZRH (666 AM) – Gabi ng LagimBest AM Radio Program – Healing Mass sa VeritasBest Radio Drama Performer – Nong Lading – Nong Lading Official Drama, 96.7 FMR IliganBest FM Radio Program – Dr. LoveBest Podcast – Facts FirstBest Podcast Host – Christian EsguerraBest News Program – The World Tonight (ANC)Best News Anchor – Korina SanchezBest Public Service Show – Ivana AlawiBest Host for Public Service – Ivana Alawi and Kara DavidBest Documentary – Embalsamador de motor, I-WitnessBest Magazine Show – Rise and Shine PilipinasBest Public Affairs Talk Show – I-ListenSpecial Citation for Excellence in Children&#x27;s Art Education – Sining BulilitFAMAS Breakthrough Award – Mr. Lincoln Cortez VelasquezRosa Rosal Lifetime Achievement Award – Ms. Tina Loy<div> </div>FAMAS President Francia Camacho-Conrado highlighted the significance of launching the organization&#x27;s new awards body despite current industry challenges, describing the event as a testament to media excellence.&quot;Tonight, we stand on the threshold of history as we proudly inaugurate the very first FAMAS for Broadcast Arts,&quot; Camacho-Conrado said, emphasizing that the initiative serves as a bold declaration to recognize, celebrate, and uplift greatness across broadcasting and new media platforms.

The Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences (FAMAS) evealed the winners of the inaugural Broadcast Arts Awards, held at the Manila Hotel on July 20.

The Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences (FAMAS) evealed the winners of the inaugural Broadcast Arts Awards, held at the Manila Hotel on July 20.

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'It’s Showtime', Kapamilya stars win big at 1st FAMAS Broadcast Arts Awards

Christopher Sitson,

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Published July 21, 2026 07:59 AM PHT

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Updated July 21, 2026 08:04 AM PHT

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