Felipe L Gozon
GMA Network Chairman Felipe L. Gozon led the Kapuso personalities honored at the 18th Eastwood City Walk of Fame held on March 6, 2024. Gozon was among the luminaries in media and entertainment who were inducted with their own star for their outstanding contributions in the fields of television, movies, radio, news and public affairs, music, theater, and social media.
Expressing his gratitude for the recognition, Gozon said, "I am very, very proud and privileged to have a star on the Walk of Fame.”
RESHAPING THE PHILIPPINE MEDIA SCENE
From a seasoned blue-chip lawyer with a stellar academic background, Gozon became a visionary leader in the media industry. As the Network’s CEO from 2000 to 2023, Gozon propelled GMA from a distant second to the top broadcast network in the Philippines.
In 2023 alone, the Network's remarkable growth was evidenced by its robust roster of over 300 exclusive stars, more than 300 accolades, and a record-breaking achievement of surpassing 47 billion views across its digital platforms.
Gozon's visionary approach has notably reshaped the Philippine media scene. The introduction of "fantaserye" formats like "Mulawin" and "Encantadia" marked a new era in storytelling, blending myth with reality. Continuing this legacy are shows like "Maria Clara at Ibarra" and "Lolong," which echo Filipino culture and heritage. GMA’s re-entry into films through “Firefly” was both critically acclaimed and commercially successful.
His vision is for GMA to evolve continually and always be mindful of its responsibility to the next generation. Under his stewardship, GMA has been consistently recognized by various international award-giving bodies, including being a four-time winner and the only Philippine recipient of the highly prestigious George Foster Peabody Awards. GMA is also the first Filipino media and broadcasting company to sign with the United Nations (UN) Global Impact.