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Published March 28, 2025 8:38pm
GMA Network personalities and artists, namely Kara David, Pia Arcangel, Kim Atienza, and Ashley Ortega, were among the distinguished awardees at this year’s Laurus Nobilis Media Excellence Awards.
Kara, who is among the hosts of GMA Public Affairs' "i-Witness" and "Pinas Sarap," was recognized as Media Excellence in Public Affairs Hosting Award (Female).
Pia also won Media Excellence in TV News Presentation Award (Female) for GMA Integrated News' “24 Oras Weekend.
Meanwhile, Kuya Kim, who hosts the "24 Oras" segment "Kuya Kim Ano Na," game show "TikToClock," and infotainment program "Dami Mong Alam, Kuya Kim" took home the Media Excellence in Public Affairs Hosting Award (Male) award.
Ashley, for her part, was named Media Excellence in Television Acting (Female) by the award-giving body. Ashley last starred in GMA's family drama series "Pulang Araw" in 2024.
In their video messages, Kara and Kuya Kim expressed gratitude for their recognition.
“Ito po ay magsisilbing inspirasyon para lalo pa po naming pagbutihin ang aming trabaho hindi lang sa 'i-Witness' kundi pati na rin sa 'Pinas Sarap,'” Kara said.
“This is so inspiring. I will do my best to be the better Kuya Kim pa for you,” Kuya Kim also said.
The Laurus Nobilis Media Excellence Awards celebrates media professionals who exemplify excellence and integrity in their respective fields.
Organized by the Lyceum of the Philippines-Cavite, the gathering honors individuals whose work aligns with the university’s values.
—Carby Rose Basina/CDC, GMA Integrated News
