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‘World of Dance PH’: Performer with cleft palate leaves Gary V in tears

‘World of Dance PH’: Performer with cleft palate leaves Gary V in tears

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Updated Jan 13, 2019 07:33 AM PHT

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A talented dancer who was bullied growing up because he has a cleft palate moved one of the judges to tears in the pilot episode of "World of Dance Philippines" on Saturday.

Ryan was teased by his schoolmates when he was young for his appearance, which left him lacking in confidence during in his teens.

He said he was forced to learn how to dance, so he could communicate without the need to speak.

Nowadays, Ryan is considered as his university's best choreographer, leading a crew named The Exporters.

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He came up with the steps for their turn on the "World of Dance Philippines" stage, a performance inspired by his story of standing tall despite being bullied growing up.

It was set to a song that preaches about turning one's weakness into strengths, and it had judge Gary Valenciano in tears.

"It's short of being a masterpiece," the song and dance icon gushed, adding that members of The Exporters were in perfect sync and were able to tell Ryan's story with conviction.

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In the end, The Exporters got a score of 92.3 from the judges, a panel that also included Maja Salvador and Billy Crawford.

Acts will only need at least an 80 score to move to the second round. They will be judged based on performance, technique, choreography, creativity, and presentation. A max score is 100.

"World of Dance Philippines" airs Saturdays after "Home Sweetie Home" and Sundays after "Wansapanataym."

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Jodi Sta. Maria's 'JSM Channel' hopes to bring positivity, inspiration

Jodi Sta. Maria's 'JSM Channel' hopes to bring positivity, inspiration

MJ Felipe,

ABS-CBN News

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Multi-awarded actress Jodi Sta. Maria is taking time off from the limelight to focus on a project that has been in the pipeline for 13 years.

On Monday, February 24, Jodi launched her own revamped YouTube channel - The JSM Channel.

Speaking to a few invited media outlets and vloggers, Jodi shared that her online channel hopes to bring inspiration, kindness and positivity to its viewers with the first three shows that they produced.

“Live Light” is an inspirational and information talk show wherein Jodi, together with subject matter experts, will discuss topics and issues that needs to be talked about. Sensitive issues are inevitable according to Jodi, that's why she invited experts to give professional insights and advice.

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“JSM Travel and Tours” may sound like a name of a travel agency, but yes, Jodi is retaining her passion for capturing her travels. "Kadalasan, we take a piece of that place with us but this time I want to leave a piece of my heart to that place" said Jodi.

“Let's Drink to That!” is a fun chitchat show with Jodi and two of her friends - AC Soriano and Cheena Crab. The show aims to celebrate victories and success stories hoping to spread positivity and inspire other people to champion their journeys.

Now that she'll be a certified vlogger, Jodi rallies behind the crusade of debunking fake news and misinformation online. "You have followers, knowing you have a platform, I just hope that these platforms are used responsibly, 'coz you just don't know kung sinong buhay ang naapektuhan ninyo dahil sa mga fake news na lumalabas."

She added, "So if you're given a platform, use it responsibly. Use it wisely."

Setting up a Youtube channel can be a challenge and expensive, what more a channel with three shows premiering. Jodi said, this is an investment she is willing to invest to.

"I am investing in this show because I believe in the show's cause. Pinaniniwalaan ko talaga (ito)."

JSM Channel will go live on March 4. “Live Light” will premiere on March 4, 7 p.m. “JSM Travel and Tours” will start on March 6, 7 p.m., while “Let's Drink to That!” will take its first sip online on March 9, 11 a.m.

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