Jericho Rosales and Maris Racal emerged as the night’s biggest acting winners as the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd) celebrated the finest achievements in local filmmaking during the 9th Entertainment Editors’ Choice Awards, better known as The Eddys.

Rosales claimed the Best Actor trophy for his commanding portrayal of former Philippine President Manuel L. Quezon in the historical drama Quezon. The honor capped an emotional evening for the veteran actor, who used his acceptance speech to reflect on the personal struggles he continues to face while expressing gratitude to the people who have stood by him throughout his journey.

Racal, meanwhile, earned the Best Actress award for her acclaimed performance in Sunshine. Accepting the recognition, the actress acknowledged the challenge of taking on a film centered on the sensitive issue of abortion, saying she believed in the story because of its message and the creative team that brought it to life.

Their victories highlighted a ceremony that celebrated both established industry icons and a new generation of performers making their mark on Philippine cinema.

The night’s biggest film honor went to Quezon, which was named Best Picture after also winning Best Director for filmmaker Jerrold Tarog. The historical epic further cemented its status as one of the country’s most celebrated productions of the year.

In the supporting acting races, Will Ashley (Bar Boys: After School) and Rico Blanco (Manila’s Finest) shared the Best Supporting Actor award, while Rochelle Pangilinan received Best Supporting Actress for her moving performance in Child No. 82

Several productions also excelled in the technical categories. Salvagelandwas recognized for its cinematography, while Manila’s Finest dominated with awards for Best Sound, Best Musical Score, and Best Theme Song. The horror anthology Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins earned the prize for Best Visual Effects.

SPEEd likewise honored personalities whose contributions have shaped the Philippine entertainment industry. Named as this year’s Movie Icons were John Arcilla, Edgar “Bobot” Mortiz, Rio Locsin, and Janice de Belen.

The Isah V. Red Award was presented to Chaye Cabal Revilla and Donny Pangilinan, while filmmaker Joven Tan received the Joe Quirino Award. Veteran entertainment journalist Lhar Santiago was honored with the Manny Pichel Award.

This year’s Box Office Heroes recognized the stars behind some of the country’s biggest commercial hits, including Vice Ganda, Maricel Soriano, Joshua Garcia, Kim Chiu, Paulo Avelino, and Richard Gutierrez.

Now in its ninth year, The Eddys continues to recognize excellence in Philippine cinema, with winners chosen by members of the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors.

Major winners at the 2026 Eddys:

● Best Picture – Quezon

● Best Director – Jerrold Tarog (Quezon)

● Best Actor – Jericho Rosales (Quezon)

● Best Actress – Maris Racal (Sunshine)

● Best Supporting Actor (Tie) – Will Ashley (Bar Boys: After School) and Rico Blanco (Manila’s Finest)

● Best Supporting Actress – Rochelle Pangilinan (Child No. 82: Anak ni Boy Kana)

Technical Awards

● Best Cinematography – Salvageland

● Best Sound – Manila’s Finest

● Best Musical Score – Manila’s Finest

● Best Theme Song – Manila’s Finest

● Best Visual Effects – Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins

Special Awards

● Movie Icons – John Arcilla, Edgar “Bobot” Mortiz, Rio Locsin, and Janice de Belen

● Isah V. Red Award – Chaye Cabal Revilla and Donny Pangilinan

● Joe Quirino Award – Joven Tan

● Manny Pichel Award – Lhar Santiago

● Box Office Heroes – Vice Ganda (Call Me Mother), Maricel Soriano and Joshua Garcia (Meet, Greet & Bye), Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino (My Love Will Make You Disappear), and Richard Gutierrez (Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins)