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MANILA (UPDATED) -- Prominent women in media, entertainment, and other sectors were recognized on Sunday at the Gawad Pilipino Babae Ka Awards 2026 held in Quezon City, celebrating excellence, influence, and contributions of Filipino women in their respective fields.Among the awardees were ABS-CBN News broadcast journalists Zen Hernandez and Doris Bigornia, who both received the Outstanding Female News Presenter award.Fellow ABS-CBN reporter Lyza Aquino was also recognized during the ceremony. In her speech, she mentioned hope for &quot;equal rights&quot; for women.<div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/people-culture-events/2026/3/19/new-awards-program-honors-excellence-in-philippine-museums-1312">New awards program honors excellence in Philippine museums </a> </div>&quot;Dasal po namin na sa darating na panahon ay patuloy pa pong magiging pantay-pantay ang karapatan ng ating mga kababaihan sa lahat ng sektor,&quot; Aquino said. &quot;We pray for more women, stronger women who will fight for equal rights po para sa ating lahat,&quot; she added.The Gawad Pilipino Awards is &quot;an annual event that recognizes individuals for excellence demonstrated through their passion, dedication and strong work ethic — qualities that significantly contribute to Philippine culture, traditions and society through humane and innovative efforts.&quot;According to Gawad Pilipino organizers, this year&#x27;s awarding was in celebration of Women&#x27;s Month and Women&#x27;s History Month as the honorees were chosen for being &quot;empowered women whose stories, advocacies, and achievements inspire creative and inclusive thinking within their communities.&quot;<div><a href="https://corporate.abs-cbn.com/newsroom/news-releases/2026/3/19/anak-tv-begins-2026-awards-screenings-with-media-literacy-drive-in-ilocos-sur?lang=en">Anak TV begins 2026 awards screenings with media literacy drive in Ilocos Sur</a></div>Hernandez is a correspondent for ABS-CBN News and the weekend news anchor for TV Patrol. She covers foreign affairs, diplomacy and the Filipino diaspora.Aquino meanwhile covers metro and crime stories. She currently anchors a radio legal advice program on DZMM, &quot;Hello Attorney&quot;, and serves as one of the hosts of ABS-CBN&#x27;s digital true crime podcast &quot;Philippines&#x27; Most Shocking Stories.&quot;In the entertainment sector, veteran actress Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo was honored with the Timeless Icon Award, while actress Jodi Sta. Maria received the Woman of Remarkable Acting Excellence award, acknowledging their versatility and critically acclaimed performances over the years.

Prominent women in media, entertainment, and other sectors were recognized on Sunday at the Gawad Pilipino Babae Ka Awards 2026 held in Quezon City.

Prominent women in media, entertainment, and other sectors were recognized on Sunday at the Gawad Pilipino Babae Ka Awards 2026 held in Quezon City.

ABS-CBN journalists honored at Gawad Pilipino Babae Ka Awards 2026

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ABS-CBN journalists honored at Gawad Pilipino Babae Ka Awards 2026

Mon Rodelas,

ABS-CBN News

Published March 22, 2026 09:20 PM PHT

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Updated March 22, 2026 09:34 PM PHT

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