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GMA Network
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
SB19's Simula at Wakas kickoff: Pinoy artists, international content creators stand in awe of P-pop kings
Those who watched SB19's back-to-back concerts at the Philippine Arena this weekend witnessed history unfold as the group delivered a show for the ages to kick off their "Simula at Wakas" world tour. This became even more apparent on Day 2, when scores of Filipino personalities arrived to watch SB19 perform in the world's largest indoor arena. Celebrities attending concerts is nothing new, but this felt different: it was not just about showing up to support a fellow artist. It was a desire to be part of something big. Something that cannot be missed. Something to aspire for, to be proud of. History. Usually, celebrities show up like fans for international acts. That's how we know SB19 is right up there: if you can make and Gary Valenciano attend your concert, you are truly world-class. The Simula at Wakas kickoff was also the realization of the group's long-held dream—to see international fans travel to the Philippines to support homegrown talent. 1Z Entertainment, SB19's own company, organized a Global Fan Package to achieve this aim, and the response was overwhelming: packages sold out in minutes. At the concert, fans who came from the United States, Spain, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and many other countries were welcomed by the community of A'TIN who knows how to take care of their own. International YouTube reactors were treated like online friends you're meeting for the first time, but have known for a while. SB19's two-night show became a powerful celebration of fandom that transcended generations, backgrounds, languages, and borders. If you're curious about who attended the concerts, here is a list of local and international personalities who graced the group's "Simula at Wakas" world tour kick off. Artists and Celebrities Vice Ganda AiAi delas Alas KZ Tandingan and TJ Monteverde Maki Arthur Nery Jean Garcia and son Kotaro John Prats Jason Dy Aiza Seguerra and Liza Diño Empress Schuck Alodia Gosiengfiao Maymay Entrata The Juans Coleen Trinidad, former member MNL48 Dwta Filipino content creators Jayat Gaming Arshie Larga Pamela Swing Eryka Lucas Ericka Pineda Innah Bee P-pop groups KAIA Wrive Yes My Love G22 HORI7ON NEW: ID 1STONE CLOUD 7 PRESS HIT PLAY CALISTA YARA ELEVEN11 AJAA GAT International YouTube reactors Doki and Ambrielle, a couple from the United States who discovered SB19 just a few months ago The Siu Twinz, content creators from New Zealand who have been to the Philippines a few times to watch SB19 shows Melanie Reacts, a content creator from Australia and long-time fan who has been learning Tagalog Sol & Luna, social personalities from Dominican Republic —Jade Veronique Yap/MGP, GMA Integrated News
Vancouver Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
'Our hearts are broken': Apl.de. Ap, J-Rey speak out after Lapu Lapu Day tragedy
Article content Headlining performers from the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party took to social media to share their sentiments following the festival tragedy. Article content Ap and J-Rey, both of the American musical group Black Eyed Peas, issued a joint statement on Instagram on Sunday noting their 'hearts are broken for the victims, their families, and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu Festival.' Article content The two artists had just left the mainstage of the event where they led the festival's entertainment offering on Saturday night before a black SUV sped through a pedestrian-only area at the Filipino community celebrations in south Vancouver. Article content 'J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened,' Ap shared in the post. According to a press release shared prior to the festival, the event was scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The car drove into the crowd around 8:14 p.m., according to police. Article content Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@apldeap) Article content Adding sentiments of thanks for all who had checked in following the tragedy, Ap asked fans and followers to keep the victims, families and organizers of the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party in their prayers. Article content 'They need all the love and strength right now,' said Ap. Article content Article content While shared as a joint statement, J-Rey took to the comments section of the social media post to add additional sentiments. Article content 'We came to Vancouver to celebrate and be with our community,' the Filipino-American singer wrote. 'Devastated beyond words to learn about the tragedy that unfolded. Still in shock. Thoughts and prayers to everyone and all the families affected. Sending love and prayers to all the Filipinos in B.C.' Article content Article content Swiggle Mandela also performed at the Vancouver festival on Saturday. Accompanied by a video from the day, which shows the rapper performing in front of a crowd, the rapper highlighted the positivity he witnessed at the event prior to the car-ramming attack. Article content Article content 'I witnessed the horrific tragedy that took away so many innocent loving people in a senseless act of violence,' Swiggle Mandela shared. 'And while the whole world is mourning for obvious reasons, I also want to highlight the positivity and how incredible Lapu Lapu Day was, because majority of what is being shown is the negativity that took place, and I think it is important to try and share some positivity.' Article content The Portland-based artist said he is 'heartbroken for Vancouver B.C. and the Filipino community worldwide' and pledged to do whatever he can to help the victims.
Vancouver Sun
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Vancouver Sun
'Our hearts are broken': Artists speak out after Lapu Lapu Day tragedy
Article content Headlining performers from the Lapu-Lapu Day Block Party took to social media to share their sentiments following the festival tragedy. Article content Ap and J-Rey, both of the American musical group Black Eyed Peas, issued a joint statement on Instagram on Sunday noting their 'hearts are broken for the victims, their families, and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu-Lapu Festival.' Article content The two artists had just left the mainstage of the event where they led the festival's entertainment offering on Saturday night before a black SUV sped through a pedestrian-only area at the Filipino community celebrations in south Vancouver. Article content 'J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened,' Ap shared in the post. According to a press release shared prior to the festival, the event was scheduled to take place from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The car drove into the crowd around 8:14 p.m., according to police. Article content Article content View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@apldeap) Article content Adding sentiments of thanks for all who had checked in following the tragedy, Ap asked fans and followers to keep the victims, families and organizers of the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party in their prayers. Article content 'They need all the love and strength right now,' said Ap. Article content Article content While shared as a joint statement, J-Rey took to the comments section of the social media post to add additional sentiments. Article content 'We came to Vancouver to celebrate and be with our community,' the Filipino-American singer wrote. 'Devastated beyond words to learn about the tragedy that unfolded. Still in shock. Thoughts and prayers to everyone and all the families affected. Sending love and prayers to all the Filipinos in B.C.' Article content Article content Swiggle Mandela also performed at the Vancouver festival on Saturday. Accompanied by a video from the day, which shows the rapper performing in front of a crowd, the rapper highlighted the positivity he witnessed at the event prior to the car-ramming attack. Article content Article content 'I witnessed the horrific tragedy that took away so many innocent loving people in a senseless act of violence,' Swiggle Mandela shared. 'And while the whole world is mourning for obvious reasons, I also want to highlight the positivity and how incredible Lapu Lapu Day was, because majority of what is being shown is the negativity that took place, and I think it is important to try and share some positivity.' Article content The Portland-based artist said he is 'heartbroken for Vancouver B.C. and the Filipino community worldwide' and pledged to do whatever he can to help the victims.
Scottish Sun
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘Heartbroken' Black Eyed Peas star left stage ‘minutes before' driver ploughed into Vancouver festival leaving 11 dead
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BLACK Eyed Peas star had performed at the Vancouver festival just minutes before the tragic crash that killed 11 people. A black speeding Audi SUV ploughed into the crowd of "hundreds" that were present at the Lapu Lapu festival. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Vancouver cops examining the car believed to be involved in the incident Credit: Rex 4 Rapper has paid tribute to the victims of the crash Credit: Getty - Contributor 4 The black Audi was seen by eyewitnesses speeding into the crowd Credit: UKNIP 4 Star rapper who finished his set just minutes before the disaster, has now paid touching tributes to the victims. He wrote on his Instagram: "Our hearts are broken for the victims, their families and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu Lapu festival. "J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened. It is hard to describe the shock and the heaviness we feel. "Thanks to everyone who's checked in - your love means the world to me. "Please keep the victims, their families and the organisers in your prayers." A black Audi with a mangled bonnet was seen in the street outside a food truck after the crash. Horrifying footage showed victims and debris strewn across the road - with at least seven people lying on the ground. Other clips appeared to show fellow festival-goers trying to help those on the floor. Emergency services were also seen working at the scene following the harrowing incident. A 30-year-old "lone suspect" - who was known to cops - was arrested shortly after the shocking event. The suspect reportedly looked the the crowd and uttered "I'm sorry". Vancouver Police's Acting Chief Steve Rai said during a press conference that the person in custody has a significant history of interactions with police and healthcare professionals "related to mental health". The police department said: "A number of people have been killed and multiple others are injured after a driver drove into a crowd at a street festival at E. 41st Avenue and Fraser shortly after 8 p.m. tonight. "The driver is in custody. We will provide more information as the investigation unfolds." The force insisted that the incident was not being treated as a terrorist attack. The investigation remains ongoing, and police have asked anyone with information to contact them. Eyewitness Kris Pangilinan said he saw the black Audi speeding down the street before the driver "slammed the pedal down" and hit victims like "bowling pins". Pangilinan told CBS: "It's something you don't expect to see in your lifetime." He said: "[The driver] just slammed the pedal down and rammed into hundreds of people. "It was like seeing a bowling ball hit — all the bowling pins and all the pins flying up in the air." The Toronto-based journalist added: "As someone who worked in news, you get numb to seeing these things — but seeing it in real life is just shocking. "It was like a war zone.... There were bodies all over the ground." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun.
The Irish Sun
27-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Heartbroken' Black Eyed Peas star left stage ‘minutes before' driver ploughed into Vancouver festival leaving 11 dead
BLACK Eyed Peas star had performed at the Vancouver festival just minutes before the tragic crash that killed 11 people. A black speeding Audi SUV ploughed into the crowd of "hundreds" that were present at the Lapu Lapu festival. 4 Vancouver cops examining the car believed to be involved in the incident Credit: Rex 4 Rapper has paid tribute to the victims of the crash Credit: Getty - Contributor 4 The black Audi was seen by eyewitnesses speeding into the crowd Credit: UKNIP 4 Star rapper who finished his set just minutes before the disaster, has now paid touching tributes to the victims. He wrote on his Instagram: "Our hearts are broken for the victims, their families and everyone affected by the tragedy at the Lapu Lapu festival. "J-Rey and I had just finished performing and left the stage minutes before it happened. It is hard to describe the shock and the heaviness we feel. "Thanks to everyone who's checked in - your love means the world to me. "Please keep the victims, their families and the organisers in your prayers." A black Audi with a mangled bonnet was seen in the street outside a food truck after the crash. Horrifying footage showed victims and debris strewn across the road - with at least seven people lying on the ground. Other clips appeared to show fellow festival-goers trying to help those on the floor. Most read in The Sun Emergency services were also seen working at the scene following the harrowing incident. A 30-year-old "lone suspect" - who was known to cops - was arrested shortly after the shocking event. The suspect reportedly looked the the crowd and uttered "I'm sorry". Vancouver Police's Acting Chief Steve Rai said during a press conference that the person in custody has a significant history of interactions with police and healthcare professionals "related to mental health". The police department said: "A number of people have been killed and multiple others are injured after a driver drove into a crowd at a street festival at E. 41st Avenue and Fraser shortly after 8 p.m. tonight. "The driver is in custody. We will provide more information as the investigation unfolds." The force insisted that the incident was not being treated as a terrorist attack. The investigation remains ongoing, and police have asked anyone with information to contact them. Eyewitness Kris Pangilinan said he saw the black Audi speeding down the street before the driver "slammed the pedal down" and hit victims like "bowling pins". Pangilinan told CBS: "It's something you don't expect to see in your lifetime." He said: "[The driver] just slammed the pedal down and rammed into hundreds of people. "It was like seeing a bowling ball hit — all the bowling pins and all the pins flying up in the air." The Toronto-based journalist added: "As someone who worked in news, you get numb to seeing these things — but seeing it in real life is just shocking. "It was like a war zone.... There were bodies all over the ground." More to follow... For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Read more on the Irish Sun is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at
