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📚✨ Hello, book and magazine lovers!Catch the Rising Tigers Magazine Signing happening today at the Manila International Book Fair (MIBF) at SMX Convention Center, Pasay City, under the National Book Store booth!Meet and get your copies signed by these inspiring personalities:✍️ Engr. Grace Bondad-NicolasPublisher, COO, and Editor-in-Chief, Rising Tigers Magazine✍️ Maria Charo CalaloPresident and National Director, Mrs. Universe Philippines✍️ Fatima Figueroa AlvarezMrs. Universe Philippines 2026✍️ Sarah Deloraya MateoPresident and CEO, SPD Jobs, Inc.Come visit us, grab your copy, and be part of this exciting magazine signing! 📖✨📍 SMX Convention Center🎪 Manila International Book Fair … See MoreSee Less

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Love, family, friendship, and a touch of Philippine showbiz and political royalty came together as FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list Representative Brian Poe Llamanzares tied the knot with Department of Justice (DOJ) Undersecretary Atty. Margarita Gutierrez in a beautiful church wedding held in Mandaluyong on Tuesday, September 8, 2026. … See MoreSee Less

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A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN: BRIAN POE LLAMANZARES AND MARGARITA GUTIERREZ TIE THE KNOT“It was magical to those who attended the wedding, truly a match made for Public Service.”- Grace Bondad Nicolas Love, family, friendship, and a touch of Philippine showbiz and political royalty came together as FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list Representative Brian Poe Llamanzares tied the knot with Department of Justice (DOJ) Undersecretary Atty. Margarita Gutierrez in a beautiful church wedding held in Mandaluyong on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.The wedding ceremony took place at Santuario de San Jose beginning at 2 p.m., bringing together around 300 guests from the worlds of politics, business, law, entertainment, and public service.The couple had previously celebrated their civil wedding in an intimate ceremony attended by close family and friends. This time, they marked their union with a larger celebration in the church, surrounded by a distinguished gathering of loved ones and notable personalities.Among the principal sponsors were First Lady Liza Marcos Araneta, Senator Tito Sotto, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno, Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte, former Senator Frank Drilon, Navotas Congressman Toby Tiangco, and business leaders Lance Gokongwei, Ramon Ang, and Tessie Sy-Coson.Also serving as principal sponsors were GMA Network Chairperson and President Annette Gozon, ABS-CBN executive Cory Vidanes, and celebrity couple Coco Martin and Julia Montes.The celebration continued with a dinner reception at Foro de Intramuros, a modern indoor events venue located within Manila’s historic walled city of Intramuros.Brian comes from one of the Philippines’ most beloved families in politics and entertainment. He is the son of former Senator Grace Poe and Neil Llamanzares, and the grandson of the late King and Queen of Philippine Movies, Fernando Poe Jr. and Susan Roces.Margarita, meanwhile, is a lawyer whose background includes modeling and pageantry. She is the daughter of former Department of Justice Secretary and Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez, making her own family deeply rooted in public service and law.The wedding was also attended by prominent figures, including Aboitiz Group President and CEO Sabin M. Aboitiz, NBI Director Atty. Melvin Matibag, COMELEC Chairman George Erwin M. Garcia, Congresswoman Ann Matibag, Rustan’s Donnie Tantoco, San Miguel Corporation’s Cecile Ang, Rising Tigers Magazine’s Grace Bondad Nicolas and Andria Terese Nicolas, Lovi Poe, Ronnian Poe, Senator Chiz Escudero, Senator Camille Villar, Mayor Nancy Binay, Senator JV Ejercito, Pangasinan 4th District Representative Georgina De Venecia, Senator Joel Villanueva, and Drs. Aivee and Z Teo, among others.The wedding entourage likewise included Congressman Sandro Marcos, Congressman Javi Benitez, and Ombudsman spokesperson Mico Clavano, together with his wife, Sam Sadhwani, among other VVIP guests.One of the most touching moments of the celebration came when Brian offered a heartfelt song dedicated to Atty. Margarita. His musical tribute beautifully captured the love, affection, and devotion of a husband for his wife, creating a memorable moment for everyone present.True to the couple’s commitment to meaningful gestures, the wedding souvenirs carried a special message of community and compassion. Guests received vegetables from Kadiwa, copies of Rising Tigers Magazine featuring the couple on its cover, and bayong bags made by women from the city jail whom Atty. Marge has been helping.Beyond the grandeur of the celebration, the thoughtful souvenirs reflected the couple’s desire to extend their happiness to others and support communities close to their hearts.The wedding was also a celebration of family history and memories. Video presentations featuring both families brought the past into the present, with touching tributes to Brian’s late grandparents, Fernando Poe Jr. and Susan Roces, as well as Atty. Margarita’s late father. The presentations highlighted the enduring love of family and the legacies passed down to the newlyweds.With celebrated names, distinguished guests, heartfelt performances, cherished family memories, and meaningful gestures of kindness, Brian Poe Llamanzares and Margarita Gutierrez’s wedding was a beautiful gathering and was a celebration of two families, two journeys, and two people beginning a new chapter together.Indeed, it was like a movie and a match made in heaven, a wedding filled with love, legacy, and unforgettable moments. … See MoreSee Less

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A MATCH MADE IN HEAVEN: BRIAN POE LLAMANZARES AND MARGARITA GUTIERREZ TIE THE KNOT“It was magical to those who attended the wedding, truly a match made for Public Service.”- Grace Bondad Nicolas Love, family, friendship, and a touch of Philippine showbiz and political royalty came together as FPJ Panday Bayanihan Party-list Representative Brian Poe Llamanzares tied the knot with Department of Justice (DOJ) Undersecretary Atty. Margarita Gutierrez in a beautiful church wedding held in Mandaluyong on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.The wedding ceremony took place at Santuario de San Jose beginning at 2 p.m., bringing together around 300 guests from the worlds of politics, business, law, entertainment, and public service.The couple had previously celebrated their civil wedding in an intimate ceremony attended by close family and friends. This time, they marked their union with a larger celebration in the church, surrounded by a distinguished gathering of loved ones and notable personalities.Among the principal sponsors were First Lady Liza Marcos Araneta, Senator Tito Sotto, Manila Mayor Isko Moreno, Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte, former Senator Frank Drilon, Navotas Congressman Toby Tiangco, and business leaders Lance Gokongwei, Ramon Ang, and Tessie Sy-Coson.Also serving as principal sponsors were GMA Network Chairperson and President Annette Gozon, ABS-CBN executive Cory Vidanes, and celebrity couple Coco Martin and Julia Montes.The celebration continued with a dinner reception at Foro de Intramuros, a modern indoor events venue located within Manila’s historic walled city of Intramuros.Brian comes from one of the Philippines’ most beloved families in politics and entertainment. He is the son of former Senator Grace Poe and Neil Llamanzares, and the grandson of the late King and Queen of Philippine Movies, Fernando Poe Jr. and Susan Roces.Margarita, meanwhile, is a lawyer whose background includes modeling and pageantry. She is the daughter of former Department of Justice Secretary and Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez, making her own family deeply rooted in public service and law.The wedding was also attended by prominent figures, including Aboitiz Group President and CEO Sabin M. Aboitiz, NBI Director Atty. Melvin Matibag, COMELEC Chairman George Erwin M. Garcia, Congresswoman Ann Matibag, Rustan’s Donnie Tantoco, San Miguel Corporation’s Cecile Ang, Rising Tigers Magazine’s Grace Bondad Nicolas and Andria Terese Nicolas, Lovi Poe, Ronnian Poe, Senator Chiz Escudero, Senator Camille Villar, Mayor Nancy Binay, Senator JV Ejercito, Pangasinan 4th District Representative Georgina De Venecia, Senator Joel Villanueva, and Drs. Aivee and Z Teo, among others.The wedding entourage likewise included Congressman Sandro Marcos, Congressman Javi Benitez, and Ombudsman spokesperson Mico Clavano, together with his wife, Sam Sadhwani, among other VVIP guests.One of the most touching moments of the celebration came when Brian offered a heartfelt song dedicated to Atty. Margarita. His musical tribute beautifully captured the love, affection, and devotion of a husband for his wife, creating a memorable moment for everyone present.True to the couple’s commitment to meaningful gestures, the wedding souvenirs carried a special message of community and compassion. Guests received vegetables from Kadiwa, copies of Rising Tigers Magazine featuring the couple on its cover, and bayong bags made by women from the city jail whom Atty. Marge has been helping.Beyond the grandeur of the celebration, the thoughtful souvenirs reflected the couple’s desire to extend their happiness to others and support communities close to their hearts.The wedding was also a celebration of family history and memories. Video presentations featuring both families brought the past into the present, with touching tributes to Brian’s late grandparents, Fernando Poe Jr. and Susan Roces, as well as Atty. Margarita’s late father. The presentations highlighted the enduring love of family and the legacies passed down to the newlyweds.With celebrated names, distinguished guests, heartfelt performances, cherished family memories, and meaningful gestures of kindness, Brian Poe Llamanzares and Margarita Gutierrez’s wedding was a beautiful gathering and was a celebration of two families, two journeys, and two people beginning a new chapter together.Indeed, it was like a movie and a match made in heaven, a wedding filled with love, legacy, and unforgettable moments. … See MoreSee Less

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A Match Made in Heaven: Two Young Leaders, One Shared Commitment to Public ServiceSome love stories are written quietly, away from the spotlight. Others unfold in the midst of meaningful work, shared advocacies, family legacies, and a life dedicated to serving others.On September 8, 2026, Congressman Brian Poe Llamanzares of FPJ Panday Bayanihan and Department of Justice Undersecretary Atty. Margarita Gutierrez began a new chapter together as husband and wife. Their wedding became more than a celebration of love. It was a beautiful coming together of two individuals whose lives had been shaped by family, education, leadership, public service, and a commitment to making a difference.For many who knew their respective journeys, Brian and Margarita seemed to be a match made in heaven. Both were young leaders who had established their own identities while carrying the values and lessons of distinguished families.Brian carried a remarkable family legacy. He was the son of former Senator Grace Poe and the grandson of Philippine cinema icons Fernando Poe Jr. and Susan Roces. Yet, beyond the famous surname, Brian had worked to build his own path through public service and humanitarian initiatives. His involvement with FPJ Panday Bayanihan reflected the Filipino spirit of bayanihan, helping communities and extending assistance to those in need.Margarita, meanwhile, pursued a career in law and government service. As the daughter of former Ombudsman and former Department of Justice Secretary Merceditas Gutierrez, she grew up with a deep understanding of public responsibility. She eventually established her own professional identity as a lawyer and government official, becoming part of a new generation of Filipino women taking leadership roles in public institutions.Their marriage represented the convergence of two families with strong connections to public life, but their story was never simply about their surnames.A famous family name could open doors, but it could not create accomplishments. A respected legacy could provide inspiration, but each individual still had to earn credibility through hard work, discipline, and service. Brian and Margarita had done exactly that.What made their union particularly meaningful was their shared understanding of the demands of public life. They knew that leadership required sacrifice, resilience, long hours, difficult decisions, and a willingness to put others before themselves. They also understood that behind every public servant was a person who dreamed, loved, faced challenges, and needed someone who could understand the journey.Their wedding therefore celebrated more than romance. It celebrated partnership.It celebrated two people who found in each other not only love, but also understanding, encouragement, and a shared sense of purpose.As they exchanged their vows and began their married life, they carried with them the legacies of those who came before them while continuing to write their own story.May their marriage remain grounded in the values that shaped them, service, compassion, integrity, family, faith, ambition, and love.Their union was not simply the meeting of two accomplished individuals. It was the coming together of two families, two legacies, and two people who chose to walk through life together.And perhaps that was what made their wedding truly special.A match made in heaven, indeed.For this September Issue. … See MoreSee Less

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