Focus Taiwan
Date: 2019/06/16
By: William Yen

Taipei, June 16 (CNA) Veteran Filipino game show host and former public servant Arnell Ignacio stole the hearts of over 5,000 people who gathered at an event in New Taipei on Sunday to celebrate the 121st anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine Independence.

Sunday's gathering — one of several events held this past week to celebrate Philippine independence — was geared mostly to Filipino migrant workers, who formed the bulk of the crowd, and they had plenty to keep their attention.

It started with a fun run in the morning, and also included a parade, music performances by rock brands, and a commemoration ceremony attended by officials from both the New Taipei City government and the Philippine representative office in Taiwan.

But more than anybody else, it was Ignacio who drew the most vocal response from the crowd with his comedy and music performances accompanied by rock band G-male.    [FULL  STORY]