GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon marks 84th birthday in the company of family and friends
GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon marked his 84th birthday with a grand celebration held on Saturday, December 9, at the Isla Ballroom of EDSA Shangri-La Hotel in Mandaluyong.
Guests honored FLG's remarkable leadership as he is surrounded by the most talented stars from the entertainment industry and renowned public figures in the country.
This is an important event in the GMA head's career as he announced his retirement as the Chief Executive Officer of the country's leading multimedia conglomerate for 23 years.
Effective January 1, 2024, GMA President and Chief Operating Officer Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr. will assume the role of CEO while Atty. Gozon will continue to serve as the Chairman of the Board and Adviser to the corporation.
Check out the biggest names in the industry who came together to celebrate the life and career of GMA Network's beloved President and CEO, Atty. Felipe L. Gozon.
Atty. Felipe L. Gozon
Born on December 8, 1939, GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon celebrated his 84th birthday on Saturday, December 9, at the Isla Ballroom of EDSA Shangri-La Hotel in Mandaluyong.
VIPs
FLG's wife Teresa Gozon and their daughter, GMA Senior Vice President Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, were among those who welcomed the VIP guests, including prominent political figures in the country Philippine First Lady Liza Marcos, Senator Sonny Angara and his wife Tootsy Angara, Senator Joel Villanueva and his wife Gladys Villanueva, House Speaker Martin Romualdez and his wife Tingog Party-list Rep. Yedda Marie Romualdez, Department of the Interior and Local Government Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr., and talent manager Jojie Dingcong.
Sparkle
Sparkle Vice President Joy Marcelo, Sparkle Senior Talent Manager Tracy Garcia, Sparkle artists Miss Universe Philippines 2023 Michelle Dee, Rhian Ramos, and Glaiza De Castro also attended FLG's 84th birthday celebration.
GMA prime artists
GMA prime artists Heart Evangelista, Alden Richards, Julie Anne San Jose, Rayver Cruz, and David Licauco were among the guests from Sparkle.
DongYan and other guests
Other guests include Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, Carla Abellana, Kim Atienza, Ruru Madrid, Bianca Umali, Barbie Forteza, Jak Roberto, Miguel Tanfelix, and Ysabel Ortega.
More guests
Sanya Lopez, Jillian Ward, Andrea Torres, Zoren Legaspi, Mavy Legaspi, Cassy Legaspi, Sofia Pablo, Allen Ansay, Thea Astley, and Hannah Precillas looked their best during the GMA head's birthday celebration.
Games and performances
Dingdong Dantes brought 'Family Feud' at FLG's birthday celebration to entertain the guests while Julie Anne San Jose and Thea Astley offered a song number to the Kapuuso top executive.
Heart Evangelista and Marian Rivera
Two of GMA's brightest stars Heart Evangelista and Marian Rivera were seen together in a photo. Also in the photo are eventologist and socialite Tim Yap, and Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes.
John Lloyd, Gabbi Garcia, Khalil Ramos
John Lloyd arrived with his girlfriend, visual artist Isabel Santos. Likewise, Gabbi Garcia arrived with her boyfriend, Khalil Ramos.
Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian and Bianca Manalo
Also spotted at FLG's 84th birthday were Senator Sherwin Gatchalian and her girlfriend, Sparkle artist Bianca Manalo.
Other guests
GMA VP for Corporate Affairs and Communications Angel Javier, Mariz Umali, Shuvee Etrata, Patricia Tumulak, and Rhian Ramos's boyfriend, Tutok To Win Party-List Representative Sam Verzosa also attended the party.
Cake
The beloved GMA president and CEO marked his 84th birthday surrounded by his family, friends, and brightest stars in the industry.
Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes
Kapuso Royal Couple Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes were all-smiles as they posed for a photo with the GMA Chairman and CEO.
Heart Evangelista and Sen. Chiz Escudero
International fashion and style icon Heart Evangelista and her husband, Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero came together to celebrate FLG's 84th birthday.
Bea Alonzo
Premier Leading Lady Bea Alonzo looked lovely in her mini dress with bow details as she wished FLG a happy birthday.
Andrea Torres and Alden Richards
'Victor Magtanggol' stars Andrea Torres and Alden Richards had a mini reunion during Atty. Felipe Gozon's birthday celeb.
Joel Marcelo G. Jimenez and Isko Moreno
Incoming GMA Network Executive Committee Chairman Joel Marcelo G. Jimenez, and 'Eat Bulaga!' host and ex-Manila Mayor Isko Moreno arrived at the party together with their respective wives.
Carmina Villarroel and Zoren Legaspi
Carmina Villarroel and Zoren Legaspi are like lovebirds during FLG's birthday celebration.
Allen Ansay and Sofia Pablo
Allen Ansay and Sofia Pablo of Team Jolly didn't miss the opportunity to greet the GMA head personally on his birthday.
Balladeers
Balladeers Christian Bautista and Mark Bautista serenaded everyone with their beautiful voices.
Carla Abellana and JakBie
Carla Abellana and couple Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto enjoying the cocktails
Derrick Monasterio and Elle Villanueva
Couple Derrick Monasterio and Elle Villanueva saying their birthday greetings to FLG
Bianca Umali and Ruru Madrid
Couple Bianca Umali and Ruru Madrid were happy to be celebrating Atty. Felipe Gozon's life and career.