Multi-awarded actor, host and entrepreneur Dingdong Dantes will continue his journey as a solid Kapuso, after renewing his contract with GMA Network on Thursday, May 9.
The grand event for the Kapuso Primetime King's contract renewal was held at GMA Network Center and was attended by several big bosses of the network led by GMA Network Chairman Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, President and CEO Gilberto R. Duavit Jr., Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong, GMA Network's Senior Vice President for Programming, Talent Management, Worldwide, and Support Group, and President of GMA Films Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, Senior Vice President for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, Sparkle Vice President Joy Marcelo, and Executive Vice President of GMA Pictures Nessa Valdellon.
Meanwhile, President and CEO of PPL Entertainment Perry Lansigan was also present during the contract signing.
With the Kapuso prized talent solidifying his ties with the media giant, several celebrities sent their congratulatory messages and well-wishes as he embarks on an exciting journey as a loyal Kapuso.
Here are some of their messages for Dingdong Dantes and why he inspires them in this gallery.
Dingdong Dantes is still a Kapuso!
Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera is immensely proud of her “King.”
Versatile actor Gabby Eigenmann is one of those excited to see Dingdong remain as a Kapuso star.
In an Instagram video, Pokwang congratulated the Kapuso Primetime King. The Sparkle comedienne said, “Hi Dong! Congratulations sa contract renewal mo. Congratulations at maraming-maraming salamat sa pananatili mo bilang Kapuso. At siyempre, tuloy-tuloy pa rin dito dahil kasama ka.”
'Bubble Gang' star Betong Sumaya has some kind words for the multi-awarded actor, too. He shared, “Ano pa ba iwi-wish ko parang lahat na sa 'yo na.”
“Pero I wish you more good health.. Grabe through the years hindi ka nagbago, everytime na nagkikita tayo ganito mo tawag sa akin, “Mah friend!”
“Kaya marami talagang nagmamahal sa'yo mga kaibigan lalo na sa GMA. You deserve all the blessings and may God bless you always and your family.”
Sparkle talent Paolo Contis expresses his desire to work again with Dingdong Dantes.
“Congratulations for another renewal sa GMA at talagang ikaw ang epitomy ng pagiging totoong Kapuso. Bro, I'm very-very proud of you and I hope to work with you again soon. Congratulations, Bro!”
Jayson Gainza and Herlene Budol show their support for the Kapuso Primetime King.
'Pepito Manaloto' star Manilyn Reynes says that this contract renewal is a testament of the immense trust of their home network to Dingdong.
“I love to congratulate you sa pagpirma mo ng kontrata sa GMA Network patunay lang ito ng patuloy na tiwala sa iyo ng GMA-7. Ako talagang isang karangalan para sa akin maging kapwa mo Kapuso.” Manilyn stated.
Sparkle consultant and legendary star-maker Johnny Manahan, also known as Mr. M, recalls the professionalism of Dingdong Dantes during their shoots before.
The King of Talk Boy Abunda describes the Kapuso Primetime King as a kind-hearted individual.
He said in an Instagram video, “You work hard. Ikaw 'yung as a public figure you are very kind. As a human being you are kind. 'Tapos, mahal na mahal mo pa hindi lang ang iyong pamilya, pero pati na rin ang bayan.”
“Sana Dong mapunta ka doon kung saan puwede ka pa makatulong, magsilbi. I don't know what it is but I've known you for quite a while and you just love this country.”
Carmina Villarroel: “Sana magka-work tayo. Matagal na tayo hindi nagkakatrabaho, last na nakatrabaho kita bilang director ko pa. So sana naman sa future projects natin bilang artista naman.”
“Loyalty has its rewards. Congratz”
“Congrats Idol Sir Napoy!!!”