The 2024 GMA Gala saw its fair share of famous kids with their parents and siblings making their own mark as part of the industry’s new generation.
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Sharing the spotlight with family members is not unheard of, especially in the showbiz industry in the Philippines. Nothing wrong with following in a famous parent’s or sibling’s footsteps, but it’s always refreshing to see famous kids acknowledge the leg up they get just by virtue of being part of a famous family or have a famous last name, and it’s fun to watch and anticipate how they carve their own way in the industry.
The 2024 GMA Gala saw a few of these new-generation artists and personalities take the red carpet—solo or joining their parents or siblings. They’re getting their name out there and getting a taste of the limelight, and a red carpet gala event could very well be where they can show out. From self-proclaimed “nepo babies” to siblings in the spotlight, here are the kids, parents, and siblings that made the GMA Gala a family affair.
THE ATIENZAS
@emmanatienza i started preparing 3 days before the gala bc im a procrastinator at heart. thank you so much @ATELIER JULIANNE SYJUCO @GMA Network @Sparkle GMA Artist Center @Kuya Kim Atienza❤️❤️❤️#gmagala2024 ♬ BIRDS OF A FEATHER sped up – Dear.angel.lacy14
A nepo baby that acknowledges their being a nepo baby is the best kind, and the daughter of television presenter and personality Kim Atienza, Emmannuel Atienza, gave us a peek into her life as one as she prepared for the GMA Gala. Emman, the Atienza’s youngest daughter, is known for her fun content on TikTok, as she’s direct, self-aware, and thoroughly entertaining to watch. The 16-year old also did her own makeup and hair, which makes her an icon in our books.
JEAN AND KOTARO
@gmanetwork Jean Garcia and son, Kotaro, make a comeback at the GMA Gala! #GMAGala2024
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Jean Garcia’s date to the gala was none other than her son, Kotaro, perhaps a familiar face on your TikTok FYP. Kotaro Shimizu is comfortable under all the attention, having been exposed to it since he was young, given both his mother and his sister Jennica Garcia have been staples in Filipino pop culture for decades. He enjoys expressing himself on social media, and has accompanied his mother on red carpets before. He’s also made it known he was interested in getting into the industry as an idol.
ASHLEY YAP
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Content creator-turned-Sparkle artist Ashley Sandrine Yap, daughter of Richard Yap, proved she can take on the carpet solo, turning up in a lacy black gown. Last year, her dad accompanied her on the carpet, taking her as his date, but the young artist and creator held her own this time.
TANYA AND SAVIOUR RAMOS
@sparklegmaartistcenter Tanya Ramos and Saviour Ramos are here at the #GMAGala2024. ✨ #TanyaRamos #SaviourRamos ♬ original sound – Sparkle GMA Artist Center
Actor and Wendell Ramos’ kids Tanya and Saviour made an appearance at the gala, both Sparkle artists interested in making their mark in the industry. The 24-year old Saviour is a singer, though he’s acted in a few projects before. Tanya, on the other hand, only 17, is interested in following her father’s footsteps as an actor. The two looked every bit the adorable yet confident young artists they are.
PARAS BROTHERS
@gmanetwork Brothers Kobe and Andre Paras are a true dynamic duo! #GMAGala2024
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Both Kobe and Andre Paras made their way through the red carpet, dapper basketball players following in their father’s footsteps, with each having one foot in professional sports and another in showbiz. Though Kobe isn’t like his brother Andre, who has his fair share of TV and film credentials, just his involvement in the GMA Gala means he’s part of that world, now, too.
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