TWO giants in Philippine television, GMA Network and ABS-CBN Corp., have forged an unprecedented collaboration that will redefine the TV landscape.
Variety show “It’s Showtime” will now be airing on GMA starting April 6.
The historic announcement was made official at a contract signing ceremony held at the GMA studios yesterday, attended by top executives from both networks and the iconic hosts of “It’s Showtime.”
Representing GMA Network were chairman Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, president and CEO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., executive vice president and chief financial officer Felipe S. Yalong, and senior vice president for Programming, Talent Management, Worldwide, and Support Group and GMA Films president and CEO Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes. On the ABS-CBN side, chairman Mark L. Lopez, president and CEO Carlo L. Katigbak, chief operating officer Cory V. Vidanes, and group chief financial officer Rick B. Tan were present.
The star-studded event also saw the attendance of “It’s Showtime” hosts Vice Ganda, Anne Curtis, Vhong Navarro, Jhong Hilario, Kim Chiu, Ogie Alcasid, Karylle, Amy Perez, Teddy Corpuz, Jugs Jugueta, Darren, Ryan Bang, Ion Perez, Jackie Gonzaga, MC, Lassy, and Cianne Dominguez.
GMA welcomed the entire “It’s Showtime” family and considers it a valuable addition to its lineup of programs for Kapuso viewers nationwide and abroad.
Expressing their gratitude, ABS-CBN and the “It’s Showtime” team extended their heartfelt thanks to GMA for providing a new platform to reach more audiences and spread joy across the country.
As “It’s Showtime” embarks on this new journey, the show remains dedicated to its loyal viewers, promising to continue delivering unforgettable moments of fun and laughter. The show will be accessible on GMA, GTV, GMA Pinoy TV, and all other platforms where it is currently available.
With this historic move, both networks are poised to make television history, uniting Kapamilya, Kapuso, and Madlang People in a celebration of entertainment and camaraderie.
