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Sparkle GMA Artist Center welcomes new talents and renews contracts with homegrown stars

Published Dec 21, 2025 09:58 am
Sparkle GMA Artist Center is ending the year with fresh collaborations and stronger ties with both new and established artists, marked by a contract signing held at GMA Network on Dec. 11, 2025.
[L-R] Assistant Vice President for Talent Management Vic del Rosario, Sparkle First Vice President Joy Marcelo, Sparkle artists Tyronne Tan, Yza Thalia Uy, Annette Gozon-Valdes, MMCP President Vanessa Agbayani-Lo, MMCP Chairman, and Wilson Ngo Agbayani.
[L-R] Assistant Vice President for Talent Management Vic del Rosario, Sparkle First Vice President Joy Marcelo, Sparkle artists Tyronne Tan, Yza Thalia Uy, Annette Gozon-Valdes, MMCP President Vanessa Agbayani-Lo, MMCP Chairman, and Wilson Ngo Agbayani.
Present during the ceremony were GMA Network Senior Vice President for Programming, Talent Management, Worldwide, and Support Group and President and CEO of GMA Films Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, and First Vice President of Sparkle GMA Artist Center Joy Marcelo, Assistant Vice President for Talent Recruitment and Development Jenny B. Donato, Assistant Vice President of Talent Management Vic Del Rosario, Sparkle's Consulting Head for Talent Imaging and Marketing Lawrence Tan, Sparkle Senior Talent Managers Daryl Zamora and Tracy Garcia.
Also in attendance, showing their support for the newly signed Sparkle artists, were Rams David, Juan Paulo Infante, Vanessa Soyosa, Vanessa Agbayani-Lo, Wilson Ngo Agbayani, Harley Manalili and Eliza Timbol.
Gwen Zamora
Gwen Zamora
Multi-awarded actor Miggs Cuaderno, who began as a child star and has since evolved into a budding young actor, also signed with Sparkle, bringing depth, maturity and versatility.
Sanggang Dikit FR and Kapuso rising star Jess Martinez added sparks to the event with her growing presence in the industry from being a social media influencer into a full bloom actress.
Royce Cabrera
Royce Cabrera
The “Dance Diva” Regine Tolentino–multi-talented actress, dancer, fashion designer, and host–officially joined Sparkle artist and is set to continue to inspire audiences with her artistry and entrepreneurial spirit, bringing her charm with Sparkle family.
Making her much-anticipated comeback to showbiz is actress Gwen Zamora, after taking time away from the spotlight to focus on family life, she now returns to the Kapuso Network with renewed passion and fresh projects ahead. Also returning to the entertainment scene is Bianca King, who spent recent years abroad focusing on her personal journey. Her comeback marks an exciting new chapter in her career with Sparkle.
Regine Tolentino
Regine Tolentino
Adding youthful energy and charisma to Sparkle’s roster is Mr. Chinatown Philippines 2025 Tyronne Tan, who hopes to continue his career in modeling, acting, and sports casting while showcasing his influence as a content creator. Representing the new generation of Kapuso artists is Ms. Chinatown Philippines 2025 and Miss Teen International 2019 3rd Runner-Up Yza Thalia Uy, who embodies fresh potential and creativity with her wit and charm in hosting and modeling.
Reaffirming their loyalty to the Kapuso network are Sparkle’s talented actors and actresses. Leading the roster is versatile actor Royce Cabrera, who made a mark with his recent TV series and film projects across both indie and mainstream platforms—including Widow’s War, SLAY, Start-Up, Fuccbois, Balota, Green Bones. He also ventured into theater, recently teaming up with veteran actress Jackie Lou Blanco in the stage musical Foxtrot.
Miggs Cuaderno
Miggs Cuaderno
Versatile actress Thea Tolentino reaffirmed her place as one of the dynamic performers of her generation, known for her roles in Binibining Marikit, Lolong, The Half Sisters, Mano Po Legacy: The Flower Sisters among others.
Multi-talented actor, singer, and influencer Jak Roberto continues to shine with Sparkle as he renews his contract, following the success of his recent project My Father’s Wife. Beyond acting, Jak has also ventured into entrepreneurship while maintaining a strong online presence.
Jess Martinez
Jess Martinez
The afternoon was filled with high spirits and endless possibilities as Sparkle expanded its roster, offering a glimpse of a brighter 2026 with exciting collaborations, groundbreaking projects, and a stronger Kapuso presence across platforms.
Sparkle GMA Artist Center is proud to continue this journey with both new and established artists, guiding them toward greater success and inspiring audiences everywhere.
Congratulations to all our Kapuso talents!
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