Esay Belanio Earns Golden Buzzer on Pilipinas Got Talent
Esay Belanio received a standing ovation from the judges of the popular show Pilipinas Got Talent, which includes Freddie M. Garcia, Kathryn Bernardo, Eugene Domingo, and Donny Pangilinan. All the judges unanimously voted “yes” to advance her in the competition.
However, the live studio audience shouted something different—they called out “Golden buzzer!” Even Eugene Domingo approached Donny Pangilinan and enthusiastically shouted for the golden buzzer to be pressed.
Donny Pangilinan Explains His Golden Buzzer Decision
Donny shared his thoughts, saying, “Esay! You are a rockstar! Tinanong kami sa presscon namin (launching ng PGT), ano ba ang hinahanap n’yo, ang sinabi ko, ‘I wanna see how bad they want it.’”
“At kitang-kita ‘yun sa mga mata mo, sa performance mo, sa nuisance mo, nandoon ‘yung passion alam mo ‘yun? Congratulations that was really special. Honestly, pag napanood ‘tong performance sa tingin ko ha, your life will never be the same,” he added, praising her heartfelt delivery.
The studio erupted once again as the golden buzzer was pressed. Eugene and Kathryn eagerly looked to Donny for his final decision, while Esay held her breath, waiting anxiously for the verdict.
Passion and Performance Impress the Judges
Donny expressed sincerity when he said, “Alam mo kasi tumataas pa ‘yung balahibo ko sa performance mo. I think your decision to move from Iloilo (hometown ni Esay) going here to pursue music was a right choice,” as he pressed the golden buzzer.
Both Kathryn and Eugene screamed in excitement, while Freddie M. Garcia smiled and applauded quietly. Esay appeared overwhelmed and sat down on the stage, exhausted. Her mother rushed to embrace her, and Donny also congratulated the duo warmly.
Why Donny Chose Esay for the Golden Buzzer
Donny revealed that during the Pilipinas Got Talent launch, he shared that he wasn’t necessarily looking for just a singer among the contestants.
“Sabi ko, feeling ko hindi singer ang igo-golden buzzer ko kasi marami na tayong singers dito pero hindi lang siya singer, eh, she’s a performer, she’s a star, she’s something special,” he explained, highlighting Esay’s unique talent.
According to reports, Freddie M. Garcia remains the only judge who has yet to use his golden buzzer, as Kathryn, Eugene, and Donny have already pressed theirs.
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