Studio
23 premieres the much-awaited appearance and performance of our very own
Charice Pempengco in the U.S. talk show Oprah this Wednesday (July 23),
7:30 pm. The special episode titled "World's Smartest Kids" will show Charice
serenading the audience with Whitney Houston's classic hit, "I Have Nothing." Watch
how the Filipina singing sensation stunned the audience with her amazing talent
alongside other gifted children.
The 15-year-old young diva broke into tears when she finally met and hugged the queen of talk Oprah Winfrey and realized her dream of appearing in the world famous talk show.
In the episode that was aired in the United States last May, Oprah was mesmerized as she watched the young girl's performance. The native of Laguna became emotional as she said, "I'm always dreaming that someday I can be a part of your show. I can't believe I'm here standing with you. This is my dream come true."
Prior to Oprah, she has appeared in various international television shows such as Ellen de Generes' Ellen, UK's Paul O' Grady Show, and Korea's Star King, where her performance was uploaded in YouTube and became known worldwide. Charice began singing at the age of four and lists Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey and Celine Dion as her favorite singers.Don't miss this television milestone this Wednesday (July 23) on Oprah, 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm, on Studio 23.