As a judge in singing contest Tawag ng Tanghalan, OPM legend Rey Valera did his best to contain his emotions, but he could not hide his sadness after one of his songs was performed onstage.
Wincel Mae Portugal-Maglanque, who hails from Batangas, gave a heartfelt rendition of “Malayo Pa ang Umaga” during the contest’s quarterfinals which aired yesterday, Dec. 5 on “It’s Showtime.” She was an OFW working as a singer in Macau but lost her job after singers and musicians were let go from her workplace.
When asked for his reaction, Valera admitted, “Maiiyak na ako kanina.”
“Naawa ako sa Pilipinas. Parang naramdaman …
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