Pia Arcangel is new host of ‘Tunay na Buhay’
AWARD-winning Kapuso broadcast journalist Pia Arcangel is the new host of GMA Public Affairs’ “Tunay na Buhay.”
Pia has been with GMA Network since 2003 when she became one of the hosts of the network’s morning show “Unang Hirit.” She also hosted the children’s show Art Angel where she, along with her co-host Tonipet Gaba and Krystal Reyes, won the 21st, 22nd and 23rd PMPC Star Awards for Television as Best Children Show Hosts. She also became part of “Balitanghali” with Raffy Tima for nine years. Now, she co-anchors “24 Oras Weekend” and “Saksi.”
“There was never a doubt about me saying ‘yes,’” shared Pia about her being the new host of “Tunay na Buhay.”
“It never entered my mind to say ‘no’ because I’m really a fan of the show and I’ve seen how Rhea does it. So I was beyond grateful when they called me and considered me to take her place. I’m looking forward to meeting different personalities and different people because every time you meet someone, you learn something from them especially if you have an in depth conversation with the person. I’m excited their stories with other people in the hopes of inspiring other people as well.”
“Tunay na Buhay” is a docu-reality show featuring stories with themes and life lessons meant to inspire and celebrate the triumphs of the human spirit. For Pia’s first episode launched Aug. 14, the show featured the life story of Sen. Manny Pacquiao.
Aside from telling people’s life journey, Pia will also introduce new segments for the show: the “Prangkahan with Pia” and “Pia Asks.”
Catch Pia Arcangel as the new host of “Tunay na Buhay,” 11:35 p.m., after “Saksi” on GMA-7.