Angelo Dripin (Pasig City) is Mr. Philippines 2026

Pasig City’s Angelo Dripin emerged triumphant at the Mr. Philippines 2026 coronation night, besting 46 candidates from across the country and overseas Filipino communities. Held on August 31, 2026, at The Crossroads in Quezon City, the grand finals concluded after a dynamic display of Philippine culture, fitness, wit and advocacy.

Dripin captured the principal title of Mr. Philippines Grand International 2026, earning a total prize package valued at ₱2 million in cash and services. He will represent the Philippines at the upcoming Mr. Grand International to be held in Manila later this year.

The star-studded event showcased contestants competing in casual wear,, formal wear, and swimwear. Joining Dripin in the new roster of titleholders and ambassadors are prominent delegates representing international pageants.

A total of six (6) national titleholders and three (3) ambassadors were named to represent the country on various international stages and lead advocacy programs nationwide.

Official List of Titleholders and Winners:

Angelo Dripin (Pasig City)

Mr. Philippines Grand International 2026

Raed El Zein (Fil-Com UAE)

Mr. Philippines Man of the Year 2026

Carl Santiago (Laguna)

Mr. Philippines Global Runway 2026:  (Sash: Mister Conservation)

Chris Alcantara (Orion, Bataan)

Mr. Philippines World Supermodel 2026

Nate Reyes (San Juan City) 

Mr. Philippines Grand Teen 2026

(Sash: Mister Teen Conservation)

Patrick Sy (Caloocan City)

Mr. Philippines Model Search 2026 (Sash: Mister Global Asian)

Jacob Polintan (Bulacan Province)

Mr. Philippines 2026 Culture & Arts Ambassador

Fredo Godinez (Surigao del Sur)

Mr. Philippines 2026 Education Ambassador 

Ozzy Gallardo (Ilocos Sur)

Mr. Philippines 2026 Tourism Ambassador

Zandro Sales (Mandaluyong City)

First Runner-up

Samuel Bryant (Bacolod City)

Second Runner-up

Fast-Track Qualifier Awards:

Four candidates earned direct spots into the Top 11 by securing the pageant’s fast-track challenges:

Voting Fast Track: Chris Alcantara (Orion, Bataan)

Sales Fast Tracks: Carl Santiago (Laguna) & Patrick Sy (Caloocan City)

Digital Media Fast Track: Jacob Polintan (Bulacan Province)

Special & Sponsor Awards:

Media’s Choice Award (Triple Winners): Angelo Dripin (Pasig City), Zandro Sales (Mandaluyong City), and Aethan Calix Cervantes (Makati)

Darling of the Press: Zandro Sales (Mandaluyong City)

Best in Production Number: Aethan Calix Cervantes *l(Makati)

Fitness Award: Fredo Godinez (Surigao del Sur)

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SM Group operates the country’s largest rooftop solar panel network nationwide among property developers. Its investment in renewable energy started in 2014 with the very first installation of solar panels in SM North EDSA—long before government mandates on sustainability and the current pressures on alternative sources of power amid the energy crisis.

With over 200,000 panels installed across 59 mall properties, covering 65 hectares, this expansive system powers SM’s most-loved malls through a hybrid energy strategy, helping them run more efficiently and sustainably.

Impact to communities

Collectively, these panels generate 106 MWp of solar power, meeting over 50% of the mall operator’s electricity needs and helping ensure stable operations—from lighting to elevators.

By integrating solar energy, SM reduces costs, improves efficiency, and delivers a more reliable, comfortable experience for tenants and shoppers.

This hybrid energy strategy, paired with its adjusted mall operating hours reduces SM’s reliance on the national grid, helping ease pressure on the overall energy supply and free up capacity for households, schools, hospitals, offices and essential services, in its surrounding communities particularly during peak hours.

SM’s reinforced energy efficiency thrust amid the energy crisis is its latest effort in pursuit of transformative sustainability, action that results in impactful, tangible value to customers and its surrounding communities.

 

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