US-based singer Sofronio Vasquez sings national anthem at Marcos' SONA

Sofronio Vasquez, a US-based singer who won The Voice USA season 26 and made his mark on 'Tawag ng Tanghalan,' sang the national anthem at President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) on Monday.

Vasquez expressed immense joy and pride for being chosen to perform before millions of viewers, describing it as both a personal and professional honor that boosted his self-esteem.

He emphasized the significance of singing the national anthem, noting how it connects Filipinos with their country's emotions and simplicity, even inspiring children to sing the anthem.

Sofronio highlighted his historic win on 'The Voice' last year and shared his excitement for representing his heritage as a Filipino-American performer, expressing interest in potentially performing at next year's SONA if invited.

He was also honored by the Senate for his victory on The Voice USA, where he became the first Asian and first Filipino to win the competition.

Sofronio recently returned to the Philippines and had his first solo concert in Cebu, furthering his impact as a performer representing his heritage.