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Persistence paid off for Yannie Paul Basical after he emerged as the grand champion of “Tawag ng Tanghalan” Season 10, capping off a journey marked by years of auditions, setbacks, and unwavering faith. He garnered an overall score of 97.4% in the grand finals and made history as the first winner of the competition to come from the autism spectrum, marking a milestone moment in the long-running singing contest. Bascial secured the title following a powerful grand finals performance highlighted by a Smokey Mountain medley that drew a standing ovation from both the judges and the live audience. In the first round, he also delivered an emotional rendition of SB19’s “Wakas,” which further solidified his lead in the competition.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/6/13/yannie-paul-basical-itinanghal-na-tnt-year-10-grand-champion-it-s-showtime-1516">Yannie Paul Basical, itinanghal na TNT Year 10 Grand Champion!</a></div>For him, the victory is more than a career milestone, but the fulfillment of a dream he had long envisioned after being inspired by some of the country’s most respected singers.“Masaya po ako kasi unti-unti ko pong natutupad yung pangarap ko. Nung December po, may event kami sa Bataan at hindi ko po akalain na may special guests kami na sina Miss Yeng Constantino at Sir Erik Santos. Hindi ko po makakalimutan na nakapag-duet ako kay Sir Erik. Isa po sa mga sinabi niya sa akin noon ay makikita niya ako sa ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan.’ Kaya thank you, Lord, na natupad na ang pangarap ko. Ilang beses na po akong nag-audition, ilang beses na rin po akong hindi natanggap o na-reject, pero naniwala po talaga ako na may redemption,” Basical said.The newly crowned champion also revealed that a significant portion of his winnings will go toward finishing his education.Basical is currently an incoming fourth-year student taking up Bachelor of Arts in Communication major in Creative and Performing Arts at Bataan Peninsula State University.“Ito na po ang solusyon ko para makapagtapos po sa pag-aaral kasi incoming fourth-year college student na po ako,” he said.Beyond the title and prize money, Basical said his winning performance was dedicated to the people who have continuously supported him throughout his journey, particularly his family, including his father, who is based in the United States.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/studios/tv/2026/6/13/photos-best-moments-from-tnt-10-huling-tapatan-that-showcase-regional-pride-1617">PHOTOS: Best moments from TNT 10 ‘Huling Tapatan’ that showcase Regional Pride</a></div>“Sa sarili ko po, pati po sa mga nanonood, especially sa family ko. Pati po yung papa ko na nasa United States, nasa California. Siyempre, hindi rin namin kinakalimutan yung lolo at lola namin,” he said.He outperformed fellow grand finalists Charlie Palalisan and Jeanel Silvestre, who placed second and third with scores of 97.1% and 95.1%, respectively, in a tightly contested final showdown.This season’s grand finals featured an all-star panel of hurados composed of Darren Espanto, Erik Santos, Yeng Constantino, Klarisse de Guzman, Jed Madela, Marielle Montellano, Nyoy Volante, Bituin Escalante, Jonathan Manalo, Kyla, JM Yosures, and Ogie Alcasid, who evaluated the finalists’ performances.As Season 10 champion, Basical took home a ₱1 million cash prize, a trophy designed by National Artist Toym Imao, a management contract from ABS-CBN, a recording contract under ABS-CBN Music, and two round-trip tickets to destinations in Asia, Australia, or the Middle East. Runner-up Charlie Palalisan received ₱200,000, while third placer Jeanel Silvestre took home ₱100,000. Other grand finalists Von Keirule, Will de Sosa, and Russian Ouano each received ₱20,000 for their participation in the finale.Meanwhile, “It’s Showtime” has also opened auditions for several of its popular competition segments. Aspiring contestants may audition for the new season of “Miss Q&amp;A,” which is open to participants aged 18 and above, while hopeful performers can also try out for “Magpasikat,” open to male contestants aged 16 to 25 who can sing, rap, and dance. Student singers aged 14 and above may likewise look forward to auditions for “Tawag ng Tanghalan: The School Showdown,” with nationwide audition details set to be announced through the program’s official social media accounts.

Persistence paid off for Yannie Paul Basical after he emerged as the grand champion of “Tawag ng Tanghalan” Season 10, capping off a journey marked by years of auditions, setbacks, and unwavering faith.

Persistence paid off for Yannie Paul Basical after he emerged as the grand champion of “Tawag ng Tanghalan” Season 10, capping off a journey marked by years of auditions, setbacks, and unwavering faith.

Years of rejection lead to redemption as Yannie Paul Basical wins ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan’ Season 10

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Years of rejection lead to redemption as Yannie Paul Basical wins ‘Tawag ng Tanghalan’ Season 10

Carlos Trazo,

ABS-CBN News

Published June 14, 2026 12:09 AM PHT

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