Dingdong, Joshua, Dennis, Coco, Ruru, Zanjoe, Donny battle it out for Best Drama Actor at the 37th Star Awards for Television

by GLEN P. SIBONGA

THE PMPC Star Awards, Inc. proudly unveils the official nominees for the 37th Star Awards for Television, honoring the most outstanding personalities, shows, and performances in Philippine television for the year 2023. The highly anticipated ceremony is scheduled for Sunday, August 24, 2025, at 6:00 PM, to be held at the 10th Floor Ballroom of VS Hotel Convention Center, 799 EDSA Southbound, South Triangle, Quezon City.

The Star Awards remains one of the most respected and long-standing award-giving bodies in local entertainment, continuing its tradition of recognizing excellence, impact, and influence in Philippine television.

The 38th Star Awards for Television happened March of this year honoring the best TV shows and personalities for the year 2024. But PMPC decided to still give awards to the outstanding TV shows and personalities for 2023 as awards night for that year didn't push through due to the pandemic. PMPC deemed that 2023 TV shows and personalities still deserve to be recognized.

The nominees showcase the diversity and vibrancy of today’s TV landscape: from compelling primetime dramas and news programs to variety shows, talk shows, and reality content. The list reflects a strong mix of established stars and emerging talents who have captured the hearts of Filipino viewers nationwide.

Battling it out for Best Drama Actors are popular and award-winning actors Dingdong Dantes (Royal Blood / GMA 7); Joshua Garcia (Unbreak My Heart / GMA 7); Ruru Madrid (Black Rider / GMA 7); Coco Martin (FPJ’s Batang Quiapo / TV5, A2Z); Zanjoe Marudo (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z); Donny Pangilinan (Can’t Buy Me Love / TV5, A2Z); and Dennis Trillo (Maria Clara at Ibarra / GMA 7).

Meanwhile, Bea Alonzo (Love Before Sunrise / GMA 7); Andrea Brillantes (Senior High / TV5, A2Z); Barbie Forteza (Maria Clara At Ibarra / GMA 7); Janine Gutierrez (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z); Rhian Ramos (Royal Blood / GMA 7); Jodi Sta. Maria (Unbreak My Heart / GMA 7); and Jillian Ward (Abot Kamay Na Pangarap / GMA 7) compete for Best Drama Actress.

The selection process was conducted by members of PMPC, a distinguished group of entertainment journalists and media professionals known for their deep knowledge of Philippine showbiz and broadcast trends.

“Nakaka-excite talaga every year kapag panahon na ng Star Awards,” shared PMPC President Mell T. Navarro. “Ang daming talented na artists sa industriya, and this is our chance to give them the recognition they truly deserve. Sobrang proud kami sa lineup this year; iba-iba ang galing at impact nila sa viewers.”

“Hindi lang ‘to about winning, it’s about celebrating yung passion at dedication ng mga artista at hosts na nagbibigay ng saya, kwento, at inspirasyon sa bawat tahanan,” said Overall Chairman Fernan de Guzman. “Nakakatuwang makita na lumalawak pa lalo ang reach ng local TV, at ang daming shows ngayon na talagang tinututukan.”

“Ramdam namin ang evolution ng taste ng audience, pati na rin ng platforms kung saan sila nanonood,” added Chairman Roldan Castro. “Kaya exciting ang nominees ngayon; mix of legends at mga bagong mukha na sobrang promising. Para sa amin, malaking bagay ang pagbibigay-pugay sa mga personalidad na nagbibigay-buhay sa mga palabas natin.”

In addition to the individual and program categories, the PMPC will also confer special citations recognizing excellence and contribution to the broader media and entertainment ecosystem. Among the recipients is VS Hotel Corporation, which will be honored with the Outstanding Achievement in Urban Hotel & Convention Development award. The recognition underscores the corporation’s expertise in developing dynamic, integrated communities that combine residential, entertainment, commercial, and retail spaces — a testament to its commitment to urban innovation and the enrichment of public experience.

The upcoming awards night will bring together some of the biggest and brightest stars in Philippine television for an evening of recognition, camaraderie, and entertainment. Special segments and honorary awards will also be presented, paying tribute to those whose work has left a lasting mark on the industry.

PMPC invites fans, media partners, and industry supporters to check the official list of nominees and rally behind their favorites as the countdown to the big night begins. Additional updates, including coverage details and livestream access, will be available on the organization’s official channels.

Congratulations and best of luck to all the nominees!

Official List of Nominees:

BEST TV STATION

• A2Z

• ALLTV

• CNN Philippines

• GMA 7

• GTV

• IBC 13

• INCTV

• KNOWLEDGE CHANNEL

• NET25

• PTV 4

• TV 5

• UNTV 37

BEST DRAMA ACTRESS

• Bea Alonzo (Love Before Sunrise / GMA 7)

• Andrea Brillantes (Senior High / TV5, A2Z)

• Barbie Forteza (Maria Clara At Ibarra / GMA 7)

• Janine Gutierrez (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z)

• Rhian Ramos (Royal Blood / GMA 7)

• Jodi Sta. Maria (Unbreak My Heart / GMA 7)

• Jillian Ward (Abot Kamay Na Pangarap / GMA 7)

 

BEST DRAMA ACTOR

• Dingdong Dantes (Royal Blood / GMA 7)

• Joshua Garcia (Unbreak My Heart / GMA 7)

• Ruru Madrid (Black Rider / GMA 7)

• Coco Martin (FPJ’s Batang Quiapo / TV5, A2Z)

• Zanjoe Marudo (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z)

• Donny Pangilinan (Can’t Buy Me Love / TV5, A2Z)

• Dennis Trillo (Maria Clara at Ibarra / GMA 7)

BEST DRAMA SUPPORTING ACTRESS

• Pinky Amador (Abot Kamay Na Pangarap / GMA 7)

• Angel Aquino (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z)

• Rio Locsin (Black Rider / GMA 7)

• Cherry Pie Picache (FPJ’s Batang Quiapo / TV5, A2Z)

• Gladys Reyes (Black Rider / GMA 7)

• Sylvia Sanchez (Senior High / TV5 , A2Z)

• Maricel Soriano (Pira-Pirasong Paraiso / TV5, A2Z)

BEST DRAMA SUPPORTING ACTOR

• John Arcilla (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z)

• Elijah Canlas (Senior High / TV5, A2Z)

• Christopher De Leon (FPJ’s Batang Quiapo / TV5, A2Z)

• Baron Geisler (Senior High / TV5, A2Z)

• Joel Lamangan (FPJ’s Batang Quiapo / TV5, A2Z)

• Kristoffer Martin (Mga Lihim Ni Urduja / GMA 7)

• Joel Torre (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z)

BEST MALE TV HOST

• Paolo Ballesteros (E.A.T. / TV5)

• Robi Domingo (ASAP Natin ‘To / TV5, A2Z)

• Vice Ganda (It's Showtime / GTV, TV5)

• Martin Nievera (ASAP Natin ‘To / TV5, A2Z)

• Alden Richards (All Out Sundays / GMA 7)

• Vic Sotto (E.A.T. / TV5)

• Gary Valenciano (ASAP Natin ‘To / TV5, A2Z)

 

 

BEST FEMALE TV HOST

• Anne Curtis (It's Showtime / GTV, TV5)

• Kim Chiu (It's Showtime / GTV, TV5)

• Karylle (It's Showtime / GTV, TV5)

• Maine Mendoza (E.A.T. / TV5)

• Amy Perez (It's Showtime / GTV, TV5)

• Pokwang (Tiktoclock / GMA 7)

• Julie Anne San Jose (All Out Sundays / GMA 7)

• Regine Velasquez (ASAP Natin ‘To / TV5, A2Z)

 

 

BEST PRIMETIME TV SERIES

• Can’t Buy Me Love (TV5, A2Z)

• Dirty Linen (TV5, A2Z)

• FPJ’s Batang Quiapo (TV5, A2Z)

• Maria Clara At Ibarra (GMA 7)

• Royal Blood (GMA 7)

• Senior High (TV5, A2Z)

• Unbreak My Heart (GMA 7)

 

 

BEST DAYTIME DRAMA SERIES

• Abot Kamay Na Pangarap (GMA 7)

• AraBella (GMA 7)

• Nakarehas Na Puso (GMA 7)

• Nag-aapoy Na Damdamin (TV5, A2Z)

• Pira-Pirasong Paraiso (TV5, A2Z)

• Stolen Life (GMA 7)

• The Missing Husband (GMA 7)

 

 

BEST MINI SERIES

• Daig Kayo Ng Lola Ko (GMA 7)

• How To Move On In 30 Days (A2Z)

• My Sunset Girl (A2Z)

• Sparkle U (GMA 7)

• Tara G! (A2Z)

• The Rain in Espana (TV5)

• Walang Matigas Na Pulis Sa Matinik Na Misis(GMA 7)

 

 

BEST DRAMA ANTHOLOGY

• For The Love (TV5)

• Landas Ng Buhay (INCTV)

• Magpakailanman (GMA 7)

• Regal Studio Presents (GMA 7)

• Tadhana (GMA 7)

 

 

BEST SINGLE PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTRESS

• Irma Adlawan (Tadhana: My Golden Love / GMA 7)

• Amy Austria (Magpakailanman: I Am Not My Mother / GMA 7)

• Rita Avila (Magpakailanman: Ina Ka Ng Anak Mo / GMA 7) 

• Shamaine Buencamino (Magpakailanman: Ang Batang Hamog: The Boy Zobel Story / GMA 7)

• Therese Malvar (Magpakailanman: Bayad Utang / GMA 7)

• Rochelle Pangilinan (Magpakailanman: The Abused Teacher / GMA 7)

• Rhian Ramos (Magpakailanman: Ang Hiling saDiyos (The Vance Uy-Cuaki Story) / GMA 7)

 

 

BEST SINGLE PERFORMANCE BY AN ACTOR

• Benjamin Alves (Magpakailanman: Mister Na Walang Misis / GMA 7)

• Martin Del Rosario (Magpakailanman: Almost A Champion (The Renerio 'The Amazing' ArizalaStory) / GMA 7)

• Kokoy De Santos (Magpakailanman: A Son’s Promise (The Kokoy De Santos Story) / GMA 7)

• Gabby Eigenmann (Magpakailanman: Mana Sa Inang Ama / GMA 7)

• Edgar Allan Guzman (Magpakailanman: Love Times Three (The Joel And April Regal Love Story) / GMA 7)

• Rocco Nacino (Magpakailanman: Ang BatangHamog (The Boy Zobel Story / (GMA 7)

• Alden Richards (Magpakailanman: Sa Puso At Isipan (The Cantillana Family Story) / GMA 7)

 

 

BEST CHILD PERFORMER

• Brianna Advincula (Tadhana: Bayad-Utang / GMA 7)

• Kian Co (The Write One / GMA 7)

• Chastity Dizon (Can’t Buy Me Love / TV5, A2Z)

• Euwenn Mikael (The Write One / GMA 7)

• JJ Quilantang (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z)

• Althea Ruedas (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z)

• Grant Sommereux (One For All, All For One / INCTV)

 

 

BEST COMEDY SHOW

• Good Will (Net25)

• Oh No! It's B.O. (Net25)

• One For All, All For One (INCTV)

• Pepito Manaloto: Tuloy Ang Kwento (GMA 7)

• Quizon CT (Net25)

• Wow Mali, Doble Tama (Net25)

 

 

BEST COMEDY ACTOR

• Wally Bayola (Wow Mali: Doble Tama / Net25)

• Paolo Contis (Bubble Gang / GMA 7)

• Jose Manalo (Wow Mali: Doble Tama / Net25)

• Eric Quizon (Quizon CT / Net25)

• Vandolph Quizon (Quizon CT / Net25)

• Betong Sumaya (Bubble Gang / GMA 7)

• Michael V (Pepito Manaloto: Tuloy Ang Kwento / GMA 7)

 

 

BEST COMEDY ACTRESS

• Analyn Barro (Bubble Gang / GMA 7)

• Meg Imperial (Good Will / Net25)

• Valeen Montenegro (Bubble Gang / GMA 7)

• Gladys Reyes (One For All, All For One / INCTV)

• Manilyn Reynes (Pepito Manaloto / GMA 7)

• Chariz Solomon (Bubble Gang / GMA 7)

• Tuesday Vargas (Bubble Gang / GMA 7)

 

 

BEST VARIETY SHOW

• All Out Sundays (GMA 7)

• It's Showtime (GTV, A2Z)

• Tiktoclock (GMA 7)

• Wowowin (All TV)

 

 

BEST CELEBRITY TALK SHOW

• Fast Talk With Boy Abunda (GMA 7)

• Korina Interviews (Net25)

• Magandang ARAw (Net25)

• Magandang Buhay (TV5, A2Z)

• M.O.M.S — Mhies On A Mission (All TV)

• Toni (All TV)

 

 

BEST CELEBRITY TALK SHOW HOST

• Boy Abunda (Fast Talk With Boy Abunda / GMA 7)

• Toni Gonzaga – Toni (All TV)

• Ruffa Gutierrez, Mariel Rodriguez, Ciara Sotto (M.O.M.S — Mhies On A Mission / All TV)

• Ara Mina (Magandang ARAw / Net 25)

• Korina Sanchez (Korina Interviews / Net25)

• Regine Velasquez, Jolina Magdangal, MelaiCantiveros (Magandang Buhay / TV5, A2Z)

 

 

BEST GAME SHOW

• Emojination (TV5)

• Everybody Sing (A2Z)

• Spingo (TV5)

• Tara Game, Agad -Agad (Net25)

 

 

BEST GAME SHOW HOST

• John Arcilla and Sam Coloso (Spingo / TV5)

• Dingdong Dantes (Family Feud / GMA 7)

• Vice Ganda (Everybody Sing / A2Z)

• Aga Muhlach, Daiana Menezes, Yukii Takahashi (Tara Game, Agad -Agad / Net25)

• Maja Salvador and Awra Briguela (Emojination / TV5)

 

 

BEST NEWS PROGRAM

• 24 Oras (GMA 7)

• Balitanghali (GTV)

• Frontline Pilipinas (TV5)

• PTV News Tonight (PTV 4)

• Saksi (GMA 7)

• State Of The Nation (GTV )

• TV Patrol (A2Z, All TV)

 

 

BEST FEMALE NEWSCASTER

• Pia Arcangel (Saksi / GMA 7)

• Cheryl Cosim (Frontline Pilipinas / TV5)

• Karen Davila (TV Patrol / A2Z, All TV)

• Angelique Lazo (Sentro Balita / PTV)

• Vicky Morales (24 Oras / GMA 7)

• Mel Tiangco (24 Oras / GMA 7)

• Bernadette Sembrano (TV Patrol / A2Z. All TV)

 

 

BEST MALE NEWSCASTER

• Atom Araullo (State Of The Nation / GTV)

• Julius Babao (Frontline Pilipinas / TV5 )

• Arnold Clavio (Saksi / GMA 7)

• Noli De Castro (TV Patrol / A2Z, All TV)

• Joee Guilas (PTV News Tonight / PTV 4)

• Emil Sumangil (24 Oras / GMA 7)

• Raffy Tima (Balitanghali / GTV)

 

 

BEST NEW MALE TV PERSONALITY

• Tommy Alejandrino (Senior High / GMA 7)

• Argus Aspiras (It’s Showtime / GTV, A2Z)

• Raheel Bhyria (Luv Is: Caught In His Arms / GMA 7)

• Larkin Castor (Mano Po Legacy: The Flower Sisters / GMA 7)

• John Clifford (Pepito Manaloto / GMA 7)

• Ethan David (For The Love: Ligaya episode / TV5)

• Vince Maristela (Love Before Sunrise / GMA 7)

• Christophe Sommereux (One For All, All For One / INCTV )

• Aidan Veneracion (Royal Blood / GMA 7)

 

 

BEST NEW FEMALE TV PERSONALITY

• Gela Atayde (Senior High / TV5, A2Z)

• Princess Kathryn “Kulot” Caponpon (It’s Showtime / GTV, A2Z)

• Carren Eistrup (E.A.T. / TV5)

• Sam Coloso (Spingo / TV5)

• Charlie Fleming (Royal Blood / GMA 7)

• Atasha Muhlach (E.A.T. / TV5)

• Ashtine Olviga (For The Love: Ligaya episode / TV5)

 

 

BEST MAGAZINE SHOW

• Business Matters (CNN Philippines)

• Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA 7)

• Negosyo Goals Season 2 (All TV)

• On Assignment (PTV4)

• Rated Korina (TV5, GTV, A2Z)

• Tao Po (A2Z)

 

 

BEST MAGAZINE SHOW HOST

• Maan Macapagal (On Assignment / PTV4)

• Anna Magkawas (Negosyo Goals / All TV)

• Korina Sanchez (Rated Korina / TV5, GTV, A2Z)

• Bernadette Sembrano (Tao Po / A2Z)

• Jessica Soho (Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho / GMA 7)

• Pinky Webb (Business Matters / CNN Philippines)

 

 

BEST PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM

• Ano Sa Palagay Nyo? (Net25)

• Cayetano In Action With Boy Abunda (GMA 7)

• Iskoolmates (PTV 4)

• Open For Business (Net25)

• Reality Check With Tito Sotto (Net25)

• The Final Word (CNN Philippines)

• The Source (CNN Philippines)

 

 

BEST PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAM HOST

• Boy Abunda, Pia Cayetano, Allan Peter Cayetano (Cayetano In Action With Boy Abunda / GMA 7)

• Nina Corpuz (Bagong Pilipinas Ngayon / PTV 4)

• Rico Hizon (The Final Word / CNN Philippines)

• Ali Sotto and Pat P. Daza (Ano Sa PalagayNyo? / Net25)

• Tito Sotto (Reality Check With Tito Sotto / Net25)

• Caesar Vallejos (Open For Business / Net25)

• Pinky Webb (The Source / CNN Philippines)

 

 

BEST PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAM

• Healing Galing (GTV)

• Imbestigador (GMA 7)

• My Puhunan: Kaya Mo! (A2Z)

• Resibo: Walang Lusot Ang May Atraso (GMA 7)

• Responde: Mata Ng Mamamayan (Net25)

• Sumbong N’yo, Aksiyon Agad (UNTV 37)

• Wish Ko Lang (GMA 7)

 

 

BEST PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAM HOST

• Edinel Calvario (Healing Galing / GTV)

• Karen Davila and Migs Bustos (My Puhunan: Kaya Mo! / A2Z)

• Vicky Morales (Wish Ko Lang / GMA 7)

• Daniel Razon, Annie Rentoy, Jackie Aquino, Atty. Dot Gancayco, Congw. Bernadette Herrera (Serbisyong Bayanihan / UNTV 37)

• Alex Santos (Responde: Mata Ng Mamamayan / Net25)

• Emil Sumangil (Resibo: Walang Lusot Ang May Atraso / GMA 7)

• Ben Tulfo (Bitag Live! / IBC-13)

 

 

 

BEST DOCUMENTARY PROGRAM

• Brigada (GTV)

• Gus Abelgas: Forensics (TV5)

• IJuander (GTV)

• Paninindigan (INC TV)

• Public Eye (PTV 4)

• Reporter's Notebook (GMA 7)

• The Atom Araullo Specials (GMA 7)

 

 

BEST DOCUMENTARY PROGRAM HOST

• Gus Abelgas (Gus Abelgas: Forensics / TV5)

• Atom Araullo (The Atom Araullo Specials / GMA 7)

• Kara David (Brigada / GTV)

• Susan Enriquez and Mark Salazar (I Juander / GTV)

• Maki Pulido and Jun Veneracion (Reporter's Notebook / GMA 7)

• Diane Querrer (Aksyon Laban Sa Kahirapan / PTV 4)

• Howie Severino, Atom Araullo, Mav Gonzales, Kara David, John Consulta (I- Witness / GMA 7)

 

 

BEST LIFESTYLE / TRAVEL SHOW

· Biyahe Ni Drew (GTV)

· Farm To Table (GTV)

· I Heart PH (CNN Philippines)

· Lutong Daza (Net25)

· Manibela (UNTV 37)

· Pinas Sarap (GTV)

 

 

BEST LIFESTYLE / TRAVEL SHOW HOST

· Drew Arellano – Biyahe Ni Drew (GTV)

· Kara David – Pinas Sarap (GTV)

· Pat P. Daza -- Lutong Daza (Net25)

· Daniel Razon – Manibela (UNTV 37)

· Chef JR Royol, John Feir (Farm To Table (GTV)

· Valerie Tan – I Heart TV (CNN Philippines)

 

BEST MORNING SHOW

• Good Morning Kuya (UNTV 37)

• Gud Morning Kapatid (TV5)

• Kada Umaga (Net25)

• Love and Everythaaang! (Net25)

• Rise And Shine Pilipinas (PTV4)

• Unang Hirit (GMA 7)

 

 

BEST MORNING SHOW HOST

• Arnold Clavio, Suzi Entrata-Abrera, Lyn Ching-Pascual, Susan Enriquez, Ivan Mayrina, Mariz Umali, Matteo Guidicelli, Shaira Diaz, Anjo Peritierra, Cheska Fausto, Sean Lucas, Shuvee Etrata, JR Royol, Kaloy Tingkungko (Unang Hirit/ GMA 7)

• Pia Guanio, Emma Tiglao, Daiana Menezes (KadaUmaga / Net25)

• Love Añover, Tonipet Gaba (Love and Everythaaang! / Net25)

• Daniel Razon, Joshua Dionisio, Ayra Mariano, Ian Miranda, Tini Balanon, Celine Ang, Nel Maribojoc (Good Morning Kuya / UNTV 37)

• Gretchen Ho, Chiqui Roa-Puno, Jel Delos Santos, Justin Quirino (Gud Morning Kapatid / TV5)

• Diane Querrer, Gab Bayan, Dianne Medina-Ilustre, Chi Atienza, Audrey Goricetta, Alfonso “Fifi” Delos Santos, Prof. Edmund Rosales (Rise And Shine Pilipinas / PTV4)

 

 

BEST CHILDREN SHOW

• Talents Academy (IBC 13)

• Art Academy (Net25)

• Wikaharian (Knowledge Channel) 

• Little Juan’s Playlist (INCTV)

 

 

BEST CHILDREN SHOW HOST

• Michelle Agas (Wikaharian / Knowledge Channel)

• Nicole Almeer, Candice Ayesha, Anika Figueroa, Yzabelle Luisa Perez, Cara Bartolo, Aljur Allan Perez (Talents Academy / IBC 13)

• Wej Cudiamat, Gianne Llanes, and other Net25 Star Center artists (Art Academy / Net25)

• Ziahbelle Mazo, Anjelo Jamorawon, Edmont Boy, Charm del Castillo, Vem Lising, Jaden Anunciacion, Yanna Gonzales (Little Juan’s Playlist / INC TV)

 

 

SPECIAL AWARDS:

ADING FERNANDO LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

· Geleen Eugenio

· Malou Choa Fagar

· Caridad Sanchez

· Ariel Ureta

EXCELLENCE IN BROADCASTING LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

· Angelique Lazo

 

GERMAN MORENO POWER TANDEM AWARD

· Barbie Forteza and David Licauco (Maria Clara At Ibarra and Maging Sino Ka Man / GMA 7)

· Francine Diaz and Seth Fedelin (Dirty Linen / TV5, A2Z)