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IN PICTURES: Stars celebrate the holidays 2025

Published Dec 24, 2025 02:38 pm
Christmas is a season of joy, sparkle, and a bit of magic, and this year, celebrities are stepping up their holiday décor.
Actress and host Kim Chiu (Instagram)
Actress and host Kim Chiu (Instagram)
From glittering ornaments and glowing lights on their Christmas trees to personal creative touches, Filipino stars are fully embracing the festive season.
Here’s a look at how they lit up their homes and their Christmas trees in time for the holidays.
Gabbi Garcia
Gabbi Garcia (Instagram)
Gabbi Garcia (Instagram)
With her yearly Christmas tradition, Kapuso actress Gabbi Garcia never fails step up her Christmas decorations. Made by Dave Sandoval, Gabbi's Christmas trees light up with beautifully adorned shiny red accents and pine cones, while fairy lights and faux candles add a magical twinkle.
Ruffa Gutierrez 
Ruffa Gutierrez (Instagram)
Ruffa Gutierrez (Instagram)
Celebrating her Christmas with her kids, Ruffa is lifting her spirits by flaunting her glamorous golden Christmas tree designed by eventiquemanila.
Max Collins
Max Collins (Instagram)
Max Collins (Instagram)
As her favorite time of the year neared, Max Collins adorned her Christmas tree with stuffed toys, white roses, and classic red Christmas ornaments.
Angelica Panganiban
Angelica Panganiban's holiday decor
Angelica Panganiban's holiday decor
Simplicity and warmth are what Angelica Panganiban is aiming for this Christmas, designed by interior designer Kitty Bunag. Angelica's Christmas decor features classic white and green ornaments with teddy bears wearing Christmas-themed colors.
Nadine Samonte
Nadine Samonte (Instagram)
Nadine Samonte (Instagram)
Nadine Samonte gave her Christmas tree a personal, creative flair by decorating it with her toy collectibles.
Maja Salvador
Maja Salvador (Instagram)
Maja Salvador (Instagram)
Maja Salvador chose a classic Christmas tree decorated with flowing white accents and softly glowing butterfly wings, adding a whimsical twist to the traditional look.
Vina Morales
Vina Morales (Instagram)
Vina Morales (Instagram)
Vina Morales embraced the holiday season with an elegant silver-and-white Christmas tree highlighted by warm gold lights.
Kim Chiu
Kim Chiu's all-white Christmas tree
Kim Chiu's all-white Christmas tree
Kim Chiu's stunning all-white Christmas tree is a dreamy spectacle adorned with white doves, feathers, and sparkling ornaments.
Micheal Sager
Michael Sager (Instagram)
Michael Sager (Instagram)
Michael Sager proudly decorated his own Christmas tree this year, giving it a festive, traditional look with classic red, gold, and white accents.
Camille Co
Camille Co (Instagram)
Camille Co (Instagram)
Camille Co unveiled a charming Christmas tree decorated with classic holiday details, including mini Santa figures, large ribbons, and candy-themed ornaments like festive lollipops.
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