Fil-Greek stude named DZMM Global Pinoy Singing Idol
Sixteen-year-old student Anthony Carbonel was the grand winner of DZMM Global Pinoy Singing Idol (GPSI)
2018 held recently at the Gazi Music Hall in Athens, Greece.
Anthony prevailed over nine other finalists and won a trophy with $1,000 grand prize for his rendition of Writings on the Wall by Sam Smith. Before his win, Anthony dealt with self-doubt but was encouraged by his parents. “They inspired and motivated me to go after my dream. They told me not to be afraid and use this experience to grow not only as an artist but also as a person,” he shared.
Named as first runner-up was Kleoniki Perikleous, who took home a trophy and $500, while second runnerup Eunice Manigbas received a trophy and $300. Eunice was also The Filipino Channel’s (TFC) People’s Choice winner and got $200.
The winners were chosen by a panel composed of ABSCBN integrated news and current affairs head Ging Reyes, ABS-CBN Europe Ltd. country manager Luis Bariuan and DZMM Usapang de Campanilla anchor Maresciel Yao.
Aside from the grand finalists’ performances, Gerald Anderson and Morissette Amon entertained the audience. Showbuzz host Ahwel Paz and William de Leon hosted the program.
GPSI is annually organized by DZMM, ABS-CBN’s official AM radio arm in Mega Manila and TFC, to discover and showcase the world-class talent of overseas Filipinos.