Gary Valenciano on career, health, and strong faith

September 8 ------ In celebration of his 40th year in showbiz, Gary Valenciano, the inspiration icon and Mr. Pure Energy, continues to captivate audiences with his music. He is excited to use his passion for inspiring young people to make a positive impact. "We're still here after everything. To some people watching around the world, it's like, 'Oh, he's done this before,' but not in this kind of season where you know what we've gone through. Look where we are today; we're everywhere. To me, the contract is just a symbol. But even if there were none, I'd think I'll still be here continuing what I believed I'm called to do in this time of my life," said Gary V after he renewed his contract with the Kapamilya Network last July 25.

Gary, 59, also emphasized what it means to be a Kapamilya. "When you say Kapamilya, it's not just a tagline we add to ourselves. It is how we treat each other, and it resonates with how we are with everybody watching. We must be a Kapamilya to every person, whether Kapatid, Kapuso, or Ka-A2Z. It encouraged me to know that after 40 years, there are still many years to look forward to being that exactly—in the service of the Filipino worldwide," Gary shared.

Throughout his 40-year career, Gary has been a mainstay with ABS-CBN for 20 years as a host and performer for the country's longest-running musical variety show, "ASAP Natin 'To." Apart from his electrifying performances on the ASAP stage, he helped hone the next generation of Kapamilya performers—serving as a celebrity judge and mentor in various talent shows, such as "X Factor Philippines," "World of Dance Philippines," "Your Face Sounds Familiar," and most recently with "Idol Philippines" and "Tawag ng Tanghalan." He is also known as the immaculate voice behind the theme songs of ABS-CBN's hit teleseryes, including "FPJ's Ang Probinsyano," "FPJ's Batang Quiapo," "Tayong Dalawa," "Walang Hanggan," "Sana Maulit Muli," "Ikaw Lamang," and "Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo."

Source: mb.com.ph