Convinced that aliens do exist as physical beings, Tsoukalos said that “they are not in any way, shape or form spiritual beings that need to be worshipped.”

Two years ago, he was a big hit with Filipino fans at the first History Con event at the World Trade Center.

This year, Giorgio A. Tsoukalos, the flamboyant host of History channel’s wildly popular series Ancient Aliens, is returning to the country anew to lead a group of international and local celebrity guests that will grace History Con 2018 scheduled from August 10 to 12 at World Trade Center in Pasay City.

Known for his wayward, Einstein-like hair, internet memes and his theory that ancient aliens interacted with ancient humans, the 40-year-old Greek-American and former bodybuilding promoter is thrilled to re-acquaint himself with Manila-based fans who have been clamoring for his return.

“I am incredibly excited to be returning to Manila for History Con 2018. The Philippines is home to some of the most passionate fans of Ancient Aliens, and I look forward to delving into some of the most enduring questions surrounding Ancient Astronaut Theory and engaging in the age-old debate: did extra-terrestrial beings really help shape human history?” Tsoukalos said in a statement.

In a 2016 interview with this writer, Tsoukalos confessed that his fascination with aliens started when he was just five years old and he has not looked back since.

These days, Tsoukalos continues to devote most of his time on gathering evidence to support his theories about ancient aliens, initially through Legendary Times that he started publishing in 1998 and later as host of Ancient Aliens, now on its 13th season.

Convinced that aliens do exist as physical beings, Tsoukalos said that “they are not in any way, shape or form spiritual beings that need to be worshipped.”

“Quite the contrary, they’re like you and me, just way more advanced technologically. But they, too, have the same questions about God, religion, life after death, all those things.”

At this year’s History Con event, Tsoukalos is expected to share more about his latest research as he headlines the exclusive live session, “Mysteries of the Past with Giorgio A. Tsoukalos.”

Just like in Ancient Aliens, the special talk with limited slots available for History Maker VIP Pass or History Maker Pass holders will bring together truth-seekers and History fans in a discussion, debate and exploration with the leading expert himself.

Produced by Prometheus Entertainment, Ancient Aliens is a top-rating sci-fi series, which explores the theory that extra-terrestrials have been visiting the Earth for millions of years.

History Con is a world-class entertainment convention that garnered a record-breaking attendance of 68,800 people in 2017 and 50,000 people in 2016.

Tickets for History Con 2018 are available for sale exclusively on SM Tickets. Interested History Con fans may choose from three different ticketing categories, each with exclusive privileges: the History Maker VIP Pass (P10,000) has only 100 limited tickets available; the History Maker Pass (P2,500) is good for a three-day admission; and General Admission Pass (P350) entitles bearers to a one-day access to the star-studded convention.

For more information, visit www.historyasia.com/historycon.