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Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda withdrew from his scheduled guest appearance at the homecoming concert of America's Got Talent champion Jessica Sanchez, scheduled for May 16 at the Araneta Coliseum. He announced his decision via social media just hours before the show. Here is his full statement: "This is to regretfully inform everyone that I will no longer be performing at Jessica Sanchez’s concert scheduled today, May 16, 2026. "Much as I am looking forward to performing in the said concert, I won’t be able to attend and perform due to some unforeseen circumstances. "I wish Jessica good luck and my heartfelt congratulations in advance. I sincerely hope to work with her in the future," the post read. Earlier, both artists shared their enthusiasm about performing together at the concert. Vice Ganda also mentioned his fondness for Jessica, whom he first met on his show, Gandang Gabi Vice. Main picture credit: Vice Ganda (Facebook)

  Hot off her win as America's Got Talent 2025 Grand Champion, Filipino-American singer Jessica Sanchez is set to make a powerful return to the Philippines with a major homecoming concert at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on May 16, produced by Wilbros Live and Frontrow Philippines. Dubbed "Jessica Sanchez: Live in Manila," the event has fans abuzz with anticipation, especially as it promises special guests: Gary V, Martin Nievera, Regine Velasquez, Darren Espanto, James Reid, Morissette, and Vice Ganda. This concert marks Jessica’s first major performance since her history-making AGT win. Reflecting on that unforgettable night, Jessica revealed the immense pressure she faced—not only was she making a comeback two decades after her American Idol days, but she was also nearing the end of her pregnancy.  Jessica Sanchez and family (Images courtesy of Facebook) Jessica credited her faith and determination for carrying her through, ultimately leading to victory while nine months ...

Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda shared that he will be a guest performer at Jessica Sanchez's homecoming concert at the Araneta Coliseum on May 16. The show is co-produced by RS Francisco and Wilbros Live. "I surprised the producer. I told him I was available on the date of Jessica’s concert and that I would perform. He couldn’t do anything about it—I told him even when he already had the poster ready," Vice recounted during a dinner with the entertainment press in Quezon City. Vice Ganda added, "I told him there was no need to put me on the poster. I’ll just show up and perform. "I really like Jessica Soho. I mean, I really like Jessica Sanchez—she even performed on my show, GGV (Gandang Gabi Vice), before. "We had a great conversation. I told him, 'I want to interview Jessica.' If not, I won’t go onstage at the concert," the "It's Showtime" host joked. When asked if GGV would finally return to television, Vice Ganda replied, "H...

Stages Talents Management announced last Nov. 5, that American Idol runner-up Jessica Sanchez has joined its stable of impressive and talented stars in the management agency. "Stages Management is proud to announce that American Idol runner-up Jessica Sanchez is joining us and manage her career in the Philippine territory. I am so excited with this new deal and we're looking forward to work for with her for future projects," says Carlo Orosa, head of Stages Talents Agency, during an interview at Studio 28, Uptown Parade, Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City. This as Sanchez and Asia's Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista have released an original holiday tune entitled "Another Silent Christmas Song" under Universal Records Philippines. It was written by two-time Tony, Grammy and Olivier winner Steven Sater ("Spring Awakening," "Twelfth Night"- Musical Series) and multi-platinum record producer-songwriter Bryan Todd. "Pe...