The Glitter Gala 2025 opened its doors last 30 November with a celebration of brilliance, philanthropy and Filipino artistry — but the evening shone a powerful spotlight on DAILY TRIBUNE, which achieved two of the ceremony’s most significant honors.
The publication was named Outstanding Newspaper of the Year, while its Managing editor, Dinah Sabal Ventura, received the coveted title of Seasoned Fashion and Lifestyle Editor of the Year.
Ventura’s long-standing editorial influence, coupled with DAILY TRIBUNE’s reputation for incisive reporting and cultural relevance, placed the organization at the forefront of this year’s distinguished honorees. The back-to-back wins became one of the most celebrated highlights of the gala.
Where fashion meets advocacy
Held at VS Hotel in Quezon City, the Glitter Gala “Runway for Hope” drew personalities from fashion, entertainment, media, business, public service and philanthropy. With its runway showcases, star-studded attendees and charitable mission, the event stood as a grand intersection of creativity and compassion.
The gala’s three-part awards program honored individuals who have shaped their industries through innovation, artistry and social impact. From trailblazing entrepreneurs to cultural icons, the night recognized figures who continue to push boundaries and uplift communities.
Beyond the Philippine Glitter Awards, the ceremony also included the Asia’s Best Brand Excellence Awards and the Philippine Philanthropy Awards, further expanding its scope of recognition.
Spearheaded by Richard Hiñola of Philippine Best Magazine, the Glitter Gala 2025 supported the publication’s 9th Year Charity Projects for Mindanao — ensuring that every moment of glamour directly contributed to meaningful initiatives.
Stars share their triumphs
Among the standout honorees were familiar faces who celebrated their achievements with heartfelt gratitude. Rising star Allen Ansay, named Young Trailblazer Personality of the Year, expressed how deeply the recognition motivated him.
Faith Da Silva, honored as Versatile Actress Personality of the Year, credited her team and years of persistence. Meanwhile, Haley Dizon, named Promising Young Actress Personality of the Year, shared how the award affirmed her hard work.
Media personalities also shone brightly, including Nelson Canlas, one of the night’s most applauded honorees; and Rikki Escudero-Catibog, who earned a spot among the 2025 Philippine Philanthropy award recipients.
As the glittering evening unfolded, it became clear that the true essence of the gala lay not only in recognition — but in its unwavering commitment to hope.
ENTERTAINMENT, MEDIA & ARTS:
Allen Ansay – Young Trailblazer Personality of the Year
Engr. Benjamin Austria – Film Producer of the Year (Bentria Productions)
Bigboy Villariza – Outstanding TV Executive Producer
Dr. Dante Balboa (Elmer Anisco) – Best Director of the Year
Drei Arias – Promising Actor & Singer Personality of the Year
EA Guzman – Actor & Businessman Personality of the Year
(Sparkle GMA Artist Center)
Elizabeth Oropesa – Seasoned Award-Winning Actress
Faith Da Silva – Versatile Actress Personality of the Year
Haley Dizon – Promising Young Actress Personality of the Year
Ima Castro – Iconic Singing Personality of the Year
Jake Cuenca – Best Actor of the Year
JKhRiez Pastrana – Content Creator Personality of the Year
Liz Alindogan – Seasoned Actress Personality of the Year
Direk Mel Bangayan – Artistic & Festival Director Personality of the Year
Miguel Aguila – Outstanding Male Singing Personality of the Year
Neil de Guia – Seasoned Talent Manager
Paolo Gumabao – Best Actor of the Year
Piolo Pascual – Best Actor of the Year
Seberra Hyper – Seasoned Drag Queen Personality of the Year
Sheryl Cruz – Seasoned Actress of the Year
Victor Neri – Lawyer & Seasoned Actor Personality of the Year
Yayo Aguila – Seasoned Actress Personality of the Year
FASHION:
Andrew Badiola – Seasoned Barong Designer Personality of the Year
Arnold Alvarez – Seasoned Events Director Personality of the Year
(Davao City)
Bobbit Patag – Seasoned Fashion Director Personality of the Year
Concon Sinel – Seasoned Fashion Director Personality of the Year
Dong Omaga Diaz – Seasoned Fashion Personality of the Year
Edwin Uy – Seasoned Fashion Designer Personality of the Year
J Layson – Fashion Designer Personality of the Year
John Guarnes – Influential Personality in Fashion and Arts of the Year
Jovan Dela Cruz – Seasoned Fashion Designer Personality of the Year
Kathy Moya – Seasoned Fashion Model Personality of the Year
Kiko Domo – Philippine Fashion Designer Personality of the Year
Maria Barbie Ann Arcache – LGBTQIA+ Fashion Icon Personality of the Year
Mark Pagalanan – Fashion Designer Personality of the Year
Niño Dominic Angeles – Seasoned Fashion Designer Personality of the Year
Noel Flores – International Make-up Artist Personality of the Year
Oskar Peralta – Legendary Fashion Personality of the Year
Raymund E. Saul – Seasoned Fashion Designer Personality of the Year
Ruel Rivera – Seasoned Fashion Designer Personality of the Year
Warren Munar – Seasoned Make-up Artist Personality of the Year
MEDIA & BROADCASTING:
Anna Cerezo – Entertainment Broadcaster Personality of the Year
Ardizon Tolibas Arsua (Barangay FM 100.7, GMA Radio – CDO) – Radio DJ | Commentary | Public Servant Personality
Caecent No-ot Magsumbol (The Freeman) – Journalist Personality of the Year
Dinah Sabal Ventura (DAILY TRIBUNE) – Seasoned Fashion & Lifestyle Editor Personality of the Year
Earl D.C. Bracamonte (Philstar.com) – Online Content Creator Personality of the Year
Earlo Gabriel Bringas (NET25) – Field Reporter of the Year
Edward Dela Cuesta – Seasoned Fashion & Entertainment Photographer of the Year
Fitzgerald Alcaraz – International Event Host Personality of the Year
Ice Martinez (PTV 4) – News Anchor Personality of the Year
Jiggy Manicad (TV5) – Seasoned Broadcaster Personality of the Year
Jigo Postolero (Abante News Online) – Online Radio Personality of the Year
John Fontanilla – DJ & Entertainment Writer Personality of the Year
Marc Logan – Iconic Broadcaster & Journalist Personality of the Year
Meiji Cruz (Politiko Nightly) – TV & News Anchor Personality of the Year
Nelson Canlas (GMA 7) – Entertainment Reporter & Senior News Correspondent of the Year
Rein Escano – Seasoned Publicist of the Year
Robert Requintina (Manila Bulletin) – Entertainment Newsmaker Personality of the Year
Tessa Mauricio-Arriola (The Manila Times) – Seasoned Entertainment & Lifestyle Editor Personality of the Year
Toni Co (The Mel & Toni Show) – Online Host Personality of the Year