Manila Bulletin
Senate honors Sofronio Vasquez for historic 'The Voice US' win
The Philippine Senate honored Sofronio Vasquez for his historic win on "The Voice USA," recognizing him as the first Filipino and Asian to achieve this milestone.
Senator Joel Villanueva authored Senate Resolution No. 1259, which was consolidated with resolutions from Senator Imee Marcos and Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy Estrada, and unanimously adopted by the Senate.
Vasquez, a 32-year-old singer from Misamis Oriental, won the Season 26 finale of the competition on December 10, 2024.
Estrada described Vasquez's win as a culmination of resilience, hard work, and determination, embodying the "indomitable Filipino spirit."
The Senate views Vasquez's success as a source of national pride and an inspiration for more Filipinos to pursue their dreams.
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