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Rare 'gong' for TNT defending champ shocks 'Showtime'

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In a rare moment, a Tawag ng Tanghalan defending champion was eliminated by &quot;gong&quot; in the live episode of &quot;It&#x27;s Showtime&quot; on Tuesday, November 7.Performing Bandang Lapis&#x27; &quot;Kabilang Buhay,&quot; Mindanao&#x27;s John Vergel was aiming to extend his winning streak, but was unable to finish his number when head judge Louie Ocampo signaled the striking of the gong.The daily winner, Luzon&#x27;s Gerald Ponce, automatically became the new defending champion.

In a rare moment, a Tawag ng Tanghalan defending champion was eliminated by 'gong' in the live episode of 'It's Showtime' on Tuesday, November 7.