Angel Locsin
Actress
Who is she? Her maiden flight in GMA's Mulawin made her an instant household name together with her feathered co-star, Richard Gutierrez. She was recently recognized by the global entertainment community when she was nominated for an Emmy award for her performance in Lobo.
Why we love her: Just like her fervent admirer, CNN Hero of the Year (2009) Efren Peñaflorida, Angel also does philanthropy work. During the Ondoy tragedy, she was one of the most prominent celebrities lending a helping hand.
She says: "Parang katulad lang po natin ngayon na mga Pilipino, dahil nakakita nga tayo ng trahedya, tumutulong lang tayo sa mga naapektuhan. Wala pong halong pulitika ito."
Pilar "Pia" Cayetano
Senator
Who is she? Daughter of the late Senator Renato Cayetano, Pia followed her father's footsteps when she assumed office in 2004. She is an advocate of women's empowerment, championing women's causes in the Senate aside from working on bills that promote health, like the Universally Accessible Cheaper and Quality Medicines Law of 2008 and the Magna Carta of Women.
Why we love her: Aside from being one of the friendlier faces in the Senate, Cayetano is also an intense sports enthusiast. She plays an active role in Pinay in Action, a non-profit organization that works to uplift the lives of Filipinas through sports and other events.
She says: "Women bring a different perspective to governance, decision-making and problem-solving by virtue of their life experiences. We need to bring in their unique perspective in government in order to have a more holistic view in addressing 21st century problems. We are not saying more women, but equal opportunities for women and men in leading and managing our country."
Photos from Noel Orsal (Eugene Domingo, Angel Locsin), Monica Barretto (Cristeta Comerford), op.gov.ph (Esperanza Cabral), risahontiveros.com (Risa Hontiveros), unanghirit.tv (Winnie Monsod), GMANews.tv (Gang Badoy), LeaSalonga.com (Lea Salonga), charicepmepengco.com (Charice Pempengco), senatorpiacayetano.com (Pia Cayetano)













