Daily TribuneArshie Larga, Tiktok Creator of the Year: ‘Let’s always use our platforms wisely and responsibly, and ‘yung clout natin gamitin sa tamang paraan, not just to entertain but to inspire’
SB19 | PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF IG/SB19
Francine Diaz | PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF IG/FRANCINE DIAZ
IVANA ALAWI | PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF IG/IVANA ALAWI
Phenomenal P-pop group SB19 and some of the country's most popular actors and social media content creators were among the big winners at the "TikTok Awards Philippines 2023," held at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City on 30 September.
SB19's "Gento," which topped local and foreign charts and has been covered by many K-pop groups and international dancers, won Song of the Year.
Dirty Linen and Fractured Actress Francine Diaz emerged as Celebrity Creator of the Year, besting nine other nominees including David Licauco, Barbie Forteza, Dennis Trillo, Yeng Constantino, Maris Racal, Jillian Ward, Yassi Pressman and Rayver Cruz.
Popular vlogger-turned-actress Ivana Alawi won "Shop Creator of the Year," beating actresses Kiray Celis, Sherilyn Reyes-Tan, Iwa Moto, twins Joj and Jai Agpangan, and content creators Nicole Caluag, Akosi Dogie, Queenee Mercado, Momshie Odille and Michelle Ho of My Best Mommy Life.
Meanwhile, Arshie Larga was hailed as "Tiktok Creator of the Year."
The popular pharmacist-TikToker, who is known for his informative yet entertaining content, looked back on his TikTok journey and thanked God, his family and his supporters for appreciating his work.
In his acceptance speech, he urged his fellow content creators to be a force for good in society: "Let's always use our platforms wisely and responsibly, and 'yung clout natin gamitin sa tamang paraan, not just to entertain but to inspire."
The complete list of winners of the TikTok Awards Philippines 2023:
TikTok Creator of the Year: Arshie Larga
Dance Creator of the Year: Niana Guerrero
Comedy Creator of the Year: Spencer Serafica
Effect House Creator of the Year: Andie Rabino
Popular Creator of the Year: Carlyn Ocampo
Celebrity Creator of the Year: Francine Diaz
Song of the Year: SB19's "Gento"
Popular TikTok Shop Creator: Ivana Alawi
Popular TikTok Shop Brand Owner: Viy Cortez
Rising Creator of the Year: Miss Deliciousness
Livestreamer of the Year: Krizel Yuson
Entertainment Creator of the Year: Jezreel Ely
Breakthrough Entertainment Partner: ABS-CBN
News Publisher of the Year: News5
Educator of the Year: Chinkee Tan
Beauty Creator of the Year: Teree Daisuke
Fashion Creator of the Year: Jeanette Ong
Foodie Creator of the Year: Abi Marquez
Gaming Creator of the Year: Archerperezz
Sports Creator of the Year: Bianca Bustamante
