Manila, Philippines, 19 August 2023 – Bigo Live, the leading global livestreaming
platform, is thrilled to share the return of the annual Bigo Live Philippines Mid-Year Gala.
The Gala, held at Revel at The Palace on 19 August 2023, saw the convergence of over 100
Bigo Live broadcasters, hosts, users, agencies and partners. They came together to honor
and celebrate the creativity and vibrant culture of the Bigo Live’s thriving, diverse and
talented community in the Philippines.
A Night of Glamour and Esteem
Bigo Live plays a significant role as a platform where individuals from various backgrounds can exhibit their talents and nurture their skills. The Gala event was a glamorous and star-studded affair dedicated to acknowledging and celebrating the achievements of Bigo Live broadcasters in the Philippines who have left a remarkable impact on the community.
This year’s prestigious occasion honored the finest members of the Bigo Live Philippines community across 12 distinct award categories. Among the notable recipients was Mary-Erika Gervacio, who secured the esteemed ‘GALA LIVEHOUSE Star’ award. The Daniels Agency also stood out, claiming the ‘Top Agency’ award, while itsyourboyChing excelled and was honored with the ‘INCREDIBLE STAR’ award.
The Gala was hosted by Eyah Candelaria (BIGO ID: Eyah08), one of Bigo Live’s top
broadcasters, and the evening featured captivating performances by amazing Filipino
singers and rising stars such as:
● AnnRaniel (BIGO ID: AnnRaniel)
● Micah Gomez (BIGO ID: mixxhearts)
● Jannine Cartagena (BIGO ID: Ninjajannine)
● Gladys Ayuste (BIGO ID: gladyscosplay)
● Aya Andrade (BIGO ID: Ayaandrade)
● Erika Louise (BIGO ID: erikalouise)
● Emie Conjurado (BIGO ID: Emieloveee)
Empowering the Filipino Creator Economy
Recognising the growing size and power of the creator economy in the Philippines, Bigo Live
continues to provide an enriching space defined by empowerment and authenticity. The
platform enables broadcasters and users alike to forge strong and positive bonds with their
communities – whether the audiences are based in the Philippines or around the world.
“The Filipinos continue to inspire us daily with their laudable talent and their ability to
empower inclusive and dynamic communities. Looking ahead, Bigo Live remains dedicated
to enhancing creator communities by leveraging our platform to further deepen the localized
social ecosystem. We endeavor to empower individuals to continue generating positive
impacts within their own communities as their authentic selves,” said Tina Guo, Bigo Live
Philippines’ Country Manager.
Since 2016, Bigo Live has paved the way for both established artists and emerging stars to
broadcast real-time moments seamlessly, captivating fans and audiences locally and across
the globe. Building on this momentum, Bigo Live continues to play a key role in enabling the
creative and entertainment industry to continue pushing boundaries in the Philippines.
Bigo Live continues to stand out as a platform where a vast array of inspiring and dedicated
broadcasters from various backgrounds can be empowered to connect with audiences
meaningfully and build a following. Recognising the evolving user behaviors, Bigo Live
strategically focuses on fostering a sense of community, elevating the user experience with
deeper engagement through innovation and technology to develop our localized social
ecosystem. Moreover, Bigo Live will continue nurturing the organic growth of the creator
economy by pioneering creator-centric initiatives that uplift agencies, their hosts and their
broadcasters.
