Mr Cebu Grand Coronation Night
Yey! The pics are finally here. =] Sorry sorry for the late update on Mr Cebu. Hehe. I just got the pictures today and I’m excited to post them for you. Anyway, read on for the whole scoop! =]
Before anything else, I would like to extend my deepest gratitude for all the support and trust you guys have given me. Thank you thank you very much! For those that still don’t know, I didn’t get the title but I’m very happy and just overwhelmed with the passionate response and support of people before, during and after the show. 
Mr Cebu 2008 Coronation Night
The coronation night was held in Waterfront and was hosted by two beautiful ladies, Ms. Angel Aquino and Bb. Pilipinas World Anna Maris Igpit. The stage was top notch with 3 panoramic screens for the video. Alright! On to the flow of the program. =]
Production Number
The show actually started with a very cool video playing on the 3 panoramic screens on the stage. The video being an introduction of the candidates and background of Mr Cebu. And then boom! Production number. =]
Swim Wear Portion
I loved this portion about Mr Cebu because we weren’t wearing skimpy trunks. We wore board shorts which was pretty wholesome. Very important since Mr Cebu aims to search for a role model for the youth. =]
Ne-Yo Segment
This part we danced to the song Closer by Ne-Yo. It was really really cool! =]
Formal Attire
This was the finale. The Formal wear portion where the theme was James Bond. I enjoyed this very much. What do you think of my attire? Is it 007 enough? =]
Mr Cebu Winners
Mr Cebu 2008 is my good friend David Chai Tingalin. 1st Runner up goes to Hans Grogaard. 2nd Runner up to Kurt Agbay. 3rd Runner up to Mariano Dandie Dimataga. And 4th Runner up to Marvin Campaner. A big congratulations guys! You guys deserved it =]
Final Thoughts
I wasn’t able to proceed to the question and answer portion since I was not included in the Top 10. But I’m happy to tell you that I won the People’s Choice Award garnering the most votes online and it’s all because of your undying support! Thanks very much guys! =]
I was listening when they gave the final common question to the top 5 candidates, and it went something like “If given the chance to be the first ever Mr Cebu, what would you do to have an impact on Cebu this year?”. So I was thinking what I would have answered myself, and for me, to really have an impact on Cebu or even the Philippines, we need to create more people who will positively impact on Cebu or even the Philippines. =]
I’d go with what I have talked about in the past which is empowering the youth and investing on themselves first so that they may be channels of blessing for others. As they say, you cannot give what you do not have. Anyway, I’ll reserve this discussion for another detailed blog post. Just watch out for that. =]
Lastly, I really had a great time. It was such a great exposure for me, I’m getting several interviews on newspapers, I’ll also blog about that. A lot of people are also interested in my book and web design services. Thanks very much to my mom and lola who flew here in Cebu just to watch. Also to my mentor Oj Hofer, my manager Danny Booc, the Director Victor Cuenca, Producer Bong Bantilan, Organizer Bong Abella, all the staff of BCB including Mam Mitos and her loving husband, to all my blogger friends, to my classmates here in Cebu and even from Bacolod, friends and to all the passionate supporters. Thank you very much! =]
I really enjoyed being part of Mr Cebu. It was a great learning experience and the people that I have crossed paths with, the vibrant people that I have touched and have been touched along the way are just priceless. That I consider my greatest prize in being part of Mr Cebu. =]
I hope you guys enjoyed it! What was your favorite picture? How do you like the event?
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don’t worry, even if you were not selected as one of the top 10 candidates, for us you are still our Mr. Cebu. We are still here to support you Kuya Mcbilly!!!
Hehe. Thanks thanks. I really appreciate the support little ms avid fan!
You did great that night bro…:D
I’m really a fan…:D
Hahaha. Thanks thanks Japz! =] It was great to have met you because of the pageant! Good thing we had a tour at Killerbee! Hehe. =]
Oh and thanks for the Chicken! Haha.
Good thing I went to Killer Bee that time, i was not suppose to go there that day…hahaha
Chickens!!!hahahaha…
Hi McBilly! Ang bait mo pala.. thanks for letting me and my friends have out picture taken with you. We were there when you judged ms. teen talisay. Thanks ha!!! Ganda ng pics mo.
Hey Joyce! Thanks. I’m glad you like the pics. Oh and sure! I enjoyed judging the pageant. It was great and it was my pleasure to have pictures taken with you guys. Send my regards to your friends.
Congrats for winning the People’s Choice Award
Thank you Yang. I wouldn’t have won if not without your support and all the others who voted for me. Hehe. Really appreciate it. =]
that was but a beginning to many more wonderful things billy. i had a wonderful chat with your mom an now i see why you are what you are. the adage proves true: fruit does not fall from the tree. i’m glad that you keep a wider perspective for truly, “small view are irresolute, the more in haste, the tardier they go.”
Hi sir Oj! Thank you thank you. Your insights have always been very helpful and I’m glad you are very generous in sharing your knowledge and experience with others. More power sir Oj!
Wow! Ang haba ng post! hehehe… Having this exposure is helpful. It may not be your time but there are certainly great things ahead of you! Baka, Mr. World pa mapanalunan mo! hehehe…
And the pics, I wanna grab them for my meneaters site! hehehe
see yah soon!
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I know you did well. cheers!
Congrats pa rin!! nag enjoy ka naman dun e,..
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thanks kuya McBilly for the rply. hope that me and my barkada will get to meet you up close and personal. we have seen you twice but not that close. but that’s okay, at least that you are in good condition. GODSPEED!!!
ayus lang yan bro… still, alot of girls are admiring you!!!hehehehehe… alot of great things will come to you…. for such a young age dme muna achievements… galeng! kainggit ka!!
Walay bikini photos para naman ma ka hulam ta e post sa among blog?
congrats on winning the People’s Choice Award! kaw pa rin ang Mr. Cebu para sa aming mga bloggers!
Congratulations Brother! Tulad ng sabi ni Ka Mar e ikaw pa din ang panalo para samin! Sayang di ako kasama sa mga utol ko anjan sila Cebu katapusan. Bday ko kasi eh hehehe. O pano hintayin ko ang burger ko sa Fedex hahahaha.
last Sunday was your day ah…hehehe
napanood ko yung guesting mo sa istayl nato and when i bought CDN newspaper featured ka rin!..COOL!!!!
well…you are getting more attention to the public than David Tangalin!…hahahaha
Mr. Cebu 2008 was good..but after the pageant what happen? I’m really sorry for this..It did not got too much attention by the media because of the group of winners..I’m just being honest to myself and I hope that everyone will admit it..but I really appreciate the effort throughout the pageant..the search would gained its stature if the winner could represent the real model for the all the people here in Cebu just like in Miss Cebu…and it would Mr. McBilly Wiford Sy..thank you!
i agree..
how could somebody who couldn’t speak in Cebuano/Bisaya fluently represent Cebu?…that’s crazy…
ay! did you say KURT AGBAY? he was my classmate during elementary years and is a good friend of mine too but i did not know he joined that event. anyways, He did not have my VOTE from the very beginning, syempre i will give it to our CBS member and proud Cebuano MCBILLY. Burger ulit! aehhehe
I wanna grab them for my blog picture..great night!
hehe..sorry karon pa ko naka-comment but saw you on tv..ikaw siguro ang pinakataas nila tanan..too bad you didn’t win but good job, anyways!
no, si david tangalin ang tinutukoy ko..hahaha
Oh migosh!! coz of mauie, i opened this blog and found a great deal of a guy in here. Met this guy once while we were having updates about Sinulog. It was in a meeting with Cebu City Councilor, Hon. Bob Cabarubias, who is also a “techy” person, just like Billy. Billy is a very humble guy - not to mention, good-looking. And I agree on all the posts, he’s a winner and a charmer. Way to go, Billy..
CONGRATULATIONS!
If the winner was decided by votes, you would’ve won it. Anyways, you did your best and like what others have said, you are still Mr Cebu to us bloggers. More power to you McBilly and God bless!
lol….congratulations!
Hi Billy,
Am I late late in posting my comment here? I’m little bit busy also with my own career. (I don’t think my career ako!) Hehehe!Anyway, after the coronation of Mr. Cebu, I knew already the result because I have a friend who was there during the pageant night. Don’t worry you’re still our Mr. Cebu online! hehehe! Well, di siguro binigay ni Lord ang title ng Mr. Cebu sayo kasi mas may maganda pa siyang inihanda para sayo, right? Sabi nga nila di sa lahat ng pagkakataon binibigay niya ang lahat ng gusto natin kasi meron siyang inihanda na mas maganda pa. Marami pang darating para sayo maniwala ka lang. More power and God Bless!
Hey Arjhay! Thanks thanks a lot. Really appreciate the all out support =] So you’re also busy with your own career? And what might that be? Hehe. Anyway, whatever it is. Good luck too. And more power as well. =]
titles are not as important as how the experience better you as a person
there maybe something in you that alot of the people saw for them to give you raves of support…..continue being a blessing and feel BLESSED……your someone who has a very good heart and that sets you apart from the rest////// one love-
As what u have said continue 2 pursue ur dreams…..
thank you thank you thank you thank you……. talaga nung friday… sana hnd ka nakulitan sakn… ur ryt u inspire me a lot….im glad ur my skulm8… hope 2 see u ulit,,, rEply ka nman minsan….haha tnx ulit
more blessings 2 come
Godspeed..!!!haha
hi mcbilly hows lyf after mr cebu?
Musta na Mr. Cebu? Mukhang sobrang busy ah, long time no update.
I’m doing great Jaypee. =] Yeah. Medyo na busy talaga. At least graduate na ako! Finally! And Magna Cum Laude na. Hehe. Ikaw Jaypee? Hows your pre-Christmas experience? =]
Hoy gising!!!!! hehehehe
Haha. Gising na po! =] Kailan ka ba pupunta dito sa Cebu kapatid? I might go to bacolod for the Holidays. =]
wow congratulations… kaw ang winner para sa amin!
hope one day I’ll have a chance to get a picture of us together para sikat din ako hehehhe
Thanks thanks Amy! =] Haha. Pag nasa Manila ulit ako, sama ka naman sa meetups natin. Haha. =]
wow congratz! oi tagal na di nakapag update ah?
Thanks Don! Tagal nga, medyo na busy e. Dami pang pwedeng i Blog. Haha. =]
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