Shining the Spotlight on Filipino Creators: Highlights from the Orange Carpet Gala 2025

The brightest creators. The boldest stories. One unforgettable night. The Orange Carpet Gala 2025 marked a milestone as Blogapalooza proudly celebrated the 4th year of honoring excellence in the Philippine digital space. Formerly known as the Orange Carpet Awards, the event has now evolved into the much-anticipated Orange Carpet Gala—a grand celebration of creativity, influence, and community.

More than just an awards night filled with glitz and glam, the Orange Carpet Gala is Blogapalooza’s heartfelt tribute to the movers and shakers of the creator economy—individuals who dared to take that first bold step, who continuously push boundaries, and who inspire audiences to #ElevateInfluence every single day. It is a night dedicated not only to recognition, but to purpose, passion, and progress.

At the heart of this celebration is the vision of Blogapalooza CEO Ace Gapuz, whose message deeply resonated with everyone in the room:

“Opportunities multiply when they are shared—so share the opportunity, empower other creators, inspire your communities. And never forget Blogapalooza, the one who first believed and trusted in you.”

She further emphasized,

“I want Blogapalooza to be a platform of opportunities—believing, trusting, and recognizing the excellence of everyone in our community.”

These powerful words perfectly captured the spirit of the evening: a reminder that success is sweeter when it is shared, and that growth is greatest when a community rises together.

2025 Orange Carpet Gala Awardees

Beauty Influencer of the Year: Marga Sayson 

Entertainment Influencer of the Year: Glen Versoza 

Lifestyle Influencer of the Year: Love It Girl 

Performing Arts Influencer of the Year: Justin Taller 

Travel Influencer of the Year: Queen Sumaylo 

Fashion Influencer of the Year: Paolo & Gela

Business and Finance: Danjo Rivera

Food: Kuya Json

Health & Fitness: Dr. Dex Macalintal

Parenting: Life with Arquia

Special Awards

BlogaTeam Member of the Year: Renz Lalic 

Luzon Champion of the Year: Dani Buenvenida 

Visayas Champion of the Year: JM Dela Cena 

Mindanao Champion of the Year: Greta Quina

Industry Highlights

 P-Pop Boy Group of the Year: SY.NC 

BlogaPlay Podcast Collaboration of the Year: Ano na Bro 

Orange Club Member of the Year: Sherwin Nasol

BX Million Dollar Club:Dax Tapay • Ansis Sy • Chenee Jimenez • Kookoo Macasaet

A huge congratulations to all the winners who continue to elevate the creator landscape with passion, creativity, and heart. Here’s to another year of inspiring stories, bold ideas, and opportunities worth sharing. Cheers to the next chapter of #ElevateInfluence!

Watch The Orange Carpet Awards 2025 video highlights here!