Celebrating more than 20 years of being a Kapuso: Award-winning multi-platform journalist Pia Arcangel renews ties with GMA Integrated News

AS a reaffirmation of trust, excellence, and shared commitment to GMA Integrated News’ “mas malaking misyon at mas malawak na paglilingkod sa bayan,” multi-platform veteran broadcast journalist Pia Arcangel remains a loyal Kapuso as she renewed her contract last August 29.

Present during the contract signing were GMA Network President and CEO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr.; Senior Vice President and Head of GMA Integrated News, Regional TV, and Synergy Oliver Victor B. Amoroso, and Vice President and Deputy Head for News Programs and Specials Michelle Seva.

As she celebrates more than two decades in GMA, Pia has nothing but kind words for her Kapuso Network. “To my GMA bosses, peers, and our dearest Kapuso – my sincerest gratitude for the trust and confidence that you have extended my way all these years. Ang mapabilang sa GMA Integrated News ay isang napakalaking karangalan at makakaasa po kayo sa aking patuloy na paglilingkod at paghahatid ng balitang makatotohanan at maaasahan,” she said.

The Network, in turn, is happy that Pia remains a loyal Kapuso.

In his video message, GMA Network Chairman Atty. Felipe L. Gozon underscored Pia’s value to the Network. “Pia Arcangel is one of GMA Integrated News’ most valued personalities. Gabi-gabi, tinututukan ng manunuod ang kanyang late-night newscast na ‘Saksi.’ Tuwing Sabado at Linggo naman, hinahatid niya ang mga balita sa ‘24 Oras Weekend.’ Bukod sa telebisyon, pinagkakatiwalaan din siya sa larangan ng podcast. Sa katunayan, ako ang naging kauna-unahan niyang guest sa podcast niyang ‘Power Talks with Pia Arcangel.’ Kaya naman, ako at ang buong GMA Network ay nagagalak na nananatili siyang loyal Kapuso for more than two decades. Congratulations, Pia, and thank you for your continued dedication and excellence,” Atty. Gozon said.

Duavit likewise, underscored Pia’s range as a broadcast journalist and expressed his gratitude to the GMA Integrated News anchor, noting how Pia is an embodiment of a loyal Kapuso.

“Ano man ang audience, basta mayroong may pangangailangan, may bumabagay. Siya (Pia) bagay sa lahat. When there is a special event or special coverage–maging eleksyon ‘yan o maging sa Buckingham Palace – si Pia. Maging audience ngayon sa digital o audience sa telebisyon – si Pia. Maging ‘Tunay na Buhay, ‘Art Angel’ – si Pia. Kaya’t isa akong tagahanga ni Pia. At nagpapasalamat sa pagkakataon na pasalamatan ka dahil isa kang ehemplo ng tunay at inaasam-asam na Kapuso. You are the ideal, you personify it, you exemplify [it], and you make us all proud. We are very grateful na minabuti mong manatiling Kapuso. And we are very happy that you continue and will continue for more years to come. Maraming salamat sa iyo. You have our gratitude,” he added.

“GMA Integrated News is grateful for Pia especially for the commitment and dedication she puts into her work as a news presenter for ‘Saksi’ and ‘24 Oras Weekend,” said Amoroso. “Echoing what our President and CEO said, in this fast-evolving media landscape, you stood out to become a multi-platform journalist– seamlessly transitioning from TV to digital tapos TV ulit. Maraming salamat, Pia, for all the things that you have done for us, especially for the coverage. Napakahirap ng mga coverage ngayon. It’s either it’s a one-man team or ‘yung preparations napaka bilis. So maraming salamat.”

Pia can only look forward to more years of being a loyal Kapuso. “As I continue to carry out my anchor duties on ‘Saksi’ and ‘24 Oras Weekend,’ I am guided by the same passion that brought me to GMA Network more than 20 years ago – which means the pursuit of relevant and impactful stories will continue. I am also particularly excited about bringing stories that inspire and empower to the digital space – where we continue to grow our presence with the newest season of ‘Power Talks with Pia Arcangel’ set to begin next month,” Pia said.

Also present at the contract signing event were Corporate Communications Assistant Vice President Jojo Aquio, Assistant Vice President for GMA Integrated News, Regional TV and Synergy Administration Maria Teresa Bernabe, Assistant Vice President for Integrated News Systems and Support Mimi Yapchiongco, GMAIN Senior Program Manager and News Cluster Head for ‘24 Oras Weekend’ and ‘Saksi’ Kate dela Cruz-Robledo, and ‘Saksi’ Program Manager Don Dave Ventura.