Charice graces cover of men's fashion magazine

For the first time in MEGA Man magazine's history, a representative of the LGBT community will grace its cover.

International singing sensation Charice Pempengco, who came out as lesbian in June 2013, will be on the cover of the men's fashion magazine's June issue.

“In a move that can only be described as bold and daring, we tread unprecedented waters with headline-making international singing sensation Charice on the cover of MEGA Man... Charice speaks her truth and we come to know and understand on the most personal level yet,” according to MEGA Man.

It added, “By most accounts, this has never been done before and whatever way the pendulum will swing, this was a move worth taking.”

 

In a move that can only be described as bold and daring, we tread unprecedented waters with headline-making international singing sensation Charice on the cover of MEGA Man. Looking equal parts sartorial and rugged in dressed up denim from the best of local and menswear and of course, Levi’s (@levis_ph), Charice speaks her truth and we come to know and understand on the most personal level yet. By most accounts, this has never been done before and whatever way the pendulum will swing, this was a move worth taking. Taking liberty and inspiration from the bahani of Mindanao’s Bagobo tribe, we dissect the way of the warrior as both a feared savage and a revered pillar of an old-world community and handsomely decorate them in the best of Philippine menswear. Whatever the case or realization may be, there is one thing we are sure of—we couldn’t be prouder of this decision than we already are. You should be, too. Also this month, we join MEGA (@mega_magazine) in celebrating the power of unity through its #TheNewPH campaign. Grab a copy of our latest issue in the nearest bookstore or newsstand nationwide or tap the link in our bio to download the e-mag now. #ChariceForMegaMan #ChariceXLiveInLevisPH #MegaManXLevisPH #LiveInLevisPH

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May 31, 2016 at 3:44am PDT

On the cover, Charice pulls of a look that is equal parts sartorial and rugged, donning denim wear from the menswear collection of an international clothing brand.

“Whatever the case or realization may be, there is one thing we are sure of—we couldn’t be prouder of this decision than we already are. You should be, too,” MEGA Man said.

The singer is currently working on a new album featuring a “new and improved” sound, a step toward the desired reinvention of her career. —Bianca Rose Dabu/KBK, GMA News