Philippine pop royalty Sarah Geronimo takes her influence to an international scale.
Recognized as the first-ever Filipina awardee at the annual Billboard Women in Music Awards 2024 in Los Angeles, held March 7, 2024, Sarah is expected to receive the Global Force Award.
Read: Sarah Geronimo paparangalan sa Billboard Women in Music Awards sa U.S.
Sarah walks the red carpet in a look that mixes edgy sophistication with sultry femininity.
Her crystal-studded, light pink long gown is a couture masterpiece by renowned Filipino fashion designer Michael Cinco.
It features the use of sheer fabric and a nod to the iconic Gaultier cone bra with its subtle pointed detail.
Her black, wolf haircut with sparse front bangs is done by celebrity hairstylist Raymond Santiago.
Instagram Stories posted by her events management agency, G Productions, also show Sarah being escorted by none other than her husband, Matteo Guidicelli.
Read: Matteo Guidicelli naalala ang panahong hindi kasama matulog ang asawang si Sarah Geronimo
GLOBAL FORCE RECIPIENT
Before entering the venue, Sarah catches up with Billboard’s Rania Aniftos and Lilly Singh at the red carpet.
The 35-year-old pop star finds the title to be "very unexpected."
She says, "For me, a global force means having that influence, that power to influence people.
"And it also comes with a big responsibility, right?
"You have to be mindful about the materials that you put out there. You have to create change and positivity towards other people."
Although the event is branded as a celebration of women making strides in the music industry, Sarah also takes the time to acknowledge men in her speech.
"Women are beautiful, women are strong. And now that I am married, I understand how marriage can be difficult sometimes," she chuckles.
"And, men are beautiful as well. The way they manage, they cope up with everything that goes on in our minds as women."
Sarah adds, "I also would like to salute men, no? On how they take care of us women."
Before the short interview wraps up, she makes sure to mention the impact of mothers.
"And women, especially mothers out there— shout-out to my mother Mommy Divine Geronimo!
"You are the best, you are my hero. I love you very much."
She relates, "I cannot imagine myself being a mother. All the sacrifices that a mother has to do for their child. It's mind-blowing.
"I'm truly honored to be here to represent our country and our music, the Filipino music. Mabuhay ang OPM!"
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