Darren Espanto, runner-up for The Voice Kids PH, has been voted as the Philippines’ Most Loved Celebrity for 2014.
The “Total Performer”, as fans tagged him, garnered the most votes – ever, with more than 3 million total votes. It’s the most number of votes for any candidate since the contest has been established years ago.
This is not surprising, as Darren Espanto has captured the hearts of the young and old alike with his charming personality, sterling character and incredible talent. He has the dashing looks, as well.
He has toured the country and abroad entertaining his fans with his brilliant performances in his solo concerts. His renditions of “One Moment in Time” and “Domino” have earned more than a million views on YouTube. His popularity is steadily growing as he makes his interesting journey through Showbiz.
Although Darren resides in Canada, he’s a genuine Pinoy and can speak Tagalog fluently. He has no trouble communicating with his fans.
Below is the final result of the Philippines’ Most Loved Celebrity for 2014 contest.
1. Darren Espanto – 3,530,242
2. Kim Chiu- 3,134,119
3. Maris Racal- 2,017,162
4. Xian Lim- 1,040,889
5. Sarah Geronimo- 597,847
6. Jane Oineza- 576,022
7. Angel Locsin – 365,965
8. Kathryn Bernardo- 313,564
9. Daniel Padilla- 216,900
10. Julia Montes- 187,253
Darren Espanto has beaten Kim Chiu, who has topped the polls for 4 consecutive years – a phenomenal feat for a young man who has just started in the entertainment industry.
What’s next for this talented teen? Fans would surely want him to act in a movie where he would be the lead role.
Becoming an actor is the next possible step for him. His fans would support this move wholeheartedly, should he decide to do so.