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Sofronio Vasquez III says Michael Buble 'became family'
Sofronio Vasquez III and Michael Buble continue to have a close bond even after 'The Voice USA.' In his latest Instagram post, the Filipino singer posted a screenshot of a video call with Michael. In his caption, Sofronio has nothing but praise for the legendary singer-songwriter. 'Not only is he my coach from 'The Voice,' which historically made us win, but he also became family,' Sofronio said. 'He calls and sends some wisdom and great news for people like me who dream bigger than the world. Thank you, @michaelbuble,' he added. In May, the two also reunited for lunch. Sofronio made history as the first Asian and first Filipino to win "The Voice USA." He was part of Team Michael. In the finals, Sofronio delivered two stunning performances with his rendition of "Unstoppable" by Sia and "A Million Dreams" from "The Greatest Showman." In January, Sofronio returned to the Philippines and had his first solo concert in Cebu. He was also honored by the Senate for his 'The Voice' victory. —Nika Roque/JCB, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
09-05-2025
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- Filipino Times
Sofronio Vasquez reunites with ‘The Voice' coach Michael Bublé over lunch in LA
Filipino 'The Voice USA' winner Sofronio Vasquez reunited with his coach Michael Bublé in Los Angeles, California, where the two shared lunch and selfies. 'Had a very productive lunch with the man himself. We skipped dessert because we are on diet LOL,' Sofronio wrote on Instagram, alongside a humorous skit of Bublé pretending he forgot his wallet. Sofronio made history as the first Asian and first Filipino to win the U.S. edition of the hit singing competition, performing under Team Michael. His finale performances of 'Unstoppable' by Sia and 'A Million Dreams' from The Greatest Showman captivated viewers and judges alike. After his win, Sofronio returned to the Philippines for his first solo concert in Cebu and was honored by the Senate. He is set to perform next at the Dubai World Trade Center on May 24. Related Articles
Yahoo
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Voice Recap: Which Singers' Blind Ambition Got Them Deemed Battle-Ready?
Pitches were made. Blocks were played. Canadian Mounties were brought on stage. But did any of the talent trotted out by Night 3 of The Voice's Season 27 Blind Auditions live up to the hype? Read on, and we'll discuss. Divighn (Team Michael), 'I Got You (I Feel Good)' — Grade: B+ | Maybe this grade should be an all-the-way A. Divighn showed us range and flair (those yips!), and his voice never faltered even while putting on a heckuva stage show. But the overall impression the two-chair turn left was 'fun' rather than 'fantastic.' Maybe, as John Legend was, I was listening for some more 'stank.' Yeah, that's the ticket. More from TVLine SNL50: Watch All the Highlights From the Star-Studded Anniversary Special A Prayer to Yellowjackets' Forest Spirit: Please Let This Be the Girls' Last Season in the Woods The White Lotus Premiere Recap: Season 3's Arrivals Include a Surprise Guest Jacquelyn George (Team Legend), 'I Have Nothing' — Grade: A- | The sister of an alum of Christian boy band Plus One wasn't really selling me on her Whitney cover until she hit the chorus. Then the two-chair turn unleashed a voice that was as magnificent as it was mammoth. Though Adam Levine tried to recruit Jacquelyn, he failed, perhaps because he suggested that she hadn't stuck all of her landings. Tinika Wyatt (Team Adam), 'Sorry Not Sorry' — Grade: B | A church marriage counselor, Tinika delivered a solid Demi Lovato cover that was full of well-deployed 'stank,' as John would say. But the fiftysomething still remained a no-chair turn until she sang a made-up number asking for a Blind Audition; then, Adam was moved to use his Coach's Replay and save her from a depressing ride home. Page Mackenzie (Team Kelsea), 'Hell on Wheels' — Grade: B | Kelsea Ballerini and Michael waited until the very last second to push their buttons for Page. Why so slow? Beats me. The Nashvillian tore into the song like I do dinner after fasting for five whole minutes in a row. Perhaps the coaches were looking to hear a little more raspiness in her fierce vocal. Conor James (Team Adam), 'I Say a Little Prayer' — Grade: B | After starting off with a heavenly light touch, Conor earned a four-chair turn with a rendition of Dionne Warwick's classic that was competent but ultimately uninspiring. Not bad at all, just maybe not four-chair-turn good. Still, the coaches were gaga for the 28-year-old. Kelsea went so far as to declare herself obsessed. Well, OK, then! Jessica Manalo (Team Kelsea), 'Unholy' — Grade: B+ | Jessica's vocal kinda snuck up on us, didn't it? She was good throughout her Kim Petras/Sam Smith cover, but it didn't hit me how good she was until she was done and I realized the breadth of skills she'd shown us in one short audition. Plus, the two-chair turn's rearrangement of the song suggested that she'll be as interesting an artist is she will a singer. Barry Jean Fontenot (Team Michael), 'I Wish It Would Rain' — Grade: A | From the start, I was taken with this law school dropout's rich, lived-in voice. 'We should all turn around,' Adam said. Agreed. But only Michael was moved to swivel his chair and scoop up this contestant upon hearing his poised and appealing take on The Temptations. Maybe, like Adam, the others had zeroed in on a pitchy moment (that at least I missed). Tyler Kae (Team Adam), 'Girls Just Want to Have Fun' — Grade: A | Overcoming crippling anxiety to take the stage, Tyler delivered such a beautiful, slowed-down rendition of Cyndi Lauper's classic that Adam was moved to use his Block on Kelsea (the contestant's only other chair turn). I can only imagine how many Adele covers Tyler's coach is going to throw her way. (Dare we hope for some Alison Moyet?) The Voice: Every Winner — and What They've Done Since the Show View List (Team Legend), 'Adorn' — Grade: B | After his hoop dreams ended with an injury, Brian Darden II refocused his attentions on music — good move, considering that he managed to get a four-chair turn from mostly sleepwalking though Miguel's hit. Whether BD's presence was lacking, his vocal was strong — and he seemed able to modulate it with the same ease that we change the volume on the stereo. So, for what was technically a good night — not even a B- grade — it still felt kinda so-so, didn't it? Who, if anyone, really got you fired up? Vote for your favorite in the polls below. Best of TVLine Mrs. Maisel Flash-Forward List: All of Season 5's Futuristic Easter Eggs Yellowjackets Recap: The Morning After Yellowjackets Recap: The First Supper
Yahoo
12-02-2025
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- Yahoo
Admit It: Will Trent and Marion Alba Make a Pretty Compelling Pair (Sorry, Angie!)
I 'ship Will Trent and Angie Polaski. Hard. But I'll be damned if I'm not suddenly 'shipping Will Trent and Marion Alba, too. Perhaps it's because Gina Rodriguez seems to have chemistry with just about everyone, which always made it difficult for this Jane the Virgin viewer to decide whether he was #TeamMichael or #TeamRafael. Or perhaps I was just stunned by how electric her scenes were opposite Ramón Rodríguez this week. More from TVLine Will Trent EP Talks Will and Angie's Big Blowup and Alias Homage in Episode 4 Will Trent Adds Scott Foley as Love Interest for [Spoiler] in Season 3 A Buffy the Vampire Slayer Sequel Series Would Make Our Current Hellmouth a Little Easier to Face After several episodes where Alba was either a blip on our radar or missing altogether — kudos to the writers for not attempting to shoehorn her into episodes where she didn't belong — the ADA was extremely present in Episode 6, during which Faith assured her partner that it was OK to be interested in someone other than Angie. Sure, this all seems a bit fast. When Marion told Will that she has a knack for wearing a man down, my first thought was 'Slow your roll, Villanueva!' But my second thought was 'This is bringing out a side of Will that we haven't necessarily seen before, and I really want to see where this goes.' Ultimately it led back to his place, where things got particularly hot in the kitchen. (#TeamAngie or not, that first kiss was, quite possibly, an all-timer.) I'm still not convinced that Will is ready for this — it has only been two weeks since Angie declared that they're never, ever getting back together ('Wilbur Trent, I release you') — but now I'm curious (and I wasn't before) to see where this goes, even if this is just one of those relationships meant to keep our one true pair apart for another season. Or until Sara Linton shows up. What did you think of Season 3, Episode 6? Has the idea of a Will and Marion relationship grown on you now that you've seen how they interact while off the clock? Drop your thoughts in a comment below. Best of TVLine Mrs. Maisel Flash-Forward List: All of Season 5's Futuristic Easter Eggs Yellowjackets Recap: The Morning After Yellowjackets Recap: The First Supper
