LionhearTV, one of the Philippines’ leading digital entertainment and lifestyle platforms, proudly announces the official list of winners for the 9th RAWR Awards, following unavoidable delays brought about by internal organizational changes.
Before anything else, LionhearTV extends its sincerest apologies to the community, partners, and nominees for the delay in releasing the results, which were initially expected in December 2023. The delay was due to internal restructuring and a transition in team assignments. Despite the challenges, the commitment to celebrating excellence in the entertainment and influencer landscape remains unwavering.
Launched in 2015, the RAWR Awards was created to give a platform to rising voices in the entertainment industry—particularly the growing blogging and digital media community. Over the years, the awards have grown into a prestigious event that brings together more than 250 new media practitioners, PR agencies, fans, and brand partners from all over the country.
Presented annually through LionhearTV.net, the RAWR Awards celebrate individuals and programs that have made a significant cultural impact and contributed meaningfully to the Philippine entertainment scene. True to its name, “RAWR” symbolizes the roar of relevance, influence, and excellence.
Winners are selected through a three-part voting system: 33.33% from online votes via LionhearTV.net, KTX, and partner social platforms; 33.33% based on online search analytics across LionhearTV, Dailypedia, and PH Entertainment; and 33.33% from votes cast by bloggers, PR teams, and brand partners. This structure ensures that fan engagement, digital reach, and industry opinion are all reflected in the final results.
WINNERS: 9th RAWR Awards
CUB AWARDS
Beshie ng Taon: Jennica Garcia
Favorite Bida: Kathryn Bernardo (A Very Good Girl)
Favorite Kontrabida: McCoy de Leon (FPJ’s Batang Quiapo)
Breakthrough Artist: Kazel Kinouchi (Abot-Kamay na Pangarap)
Favorite Newbie: Atasha Muhlach (E.A.T)
Bet na Bet na Teleserye: Dirty Linen
Song of the Year: Gento (SB19)
Movie of the Year: A Very Good Girl
Digital Series of the Year: Fractured (iWantTFC)
LION AWARDS
Actor of the Year: Dingdong Dantes (Royal Blood)
Actress of the Year: Kim Chiu (Linlang)
Pak na Pak na Comedian: Michael V. (Pepito Manaloto)
Male News Personality of the Year: Atom Araullo
Female News Personality of the Year: Bernadette Sembrano
Love Team of the Year: KDLex / BarDa
Favorite Performer of the Year: SB19
Favorite TV Host: Vice Ganda (Everybody Sing)
Favorite DJ: DJ Gandang Kara (Energy FM 106.7)
PRIDE AWARDS
Radio Station of the Year: Energy FM
TV Station of the Year: GMA Network
Favorite Group: SB19
Fan Club of the Year: KDLex Sweethearts
SILOG AWARDS (Influencer Categories)
Art Influencer of the Year: Lowcostedit
Content Creator of the Year: Arshie Larga
Cosplayer of the Year: Prince de Guzman
Digital Influencer of the Year: Zeinab Harake
Drag Influencer of the Year: Captivating Katkat
Fashion/Beauty Influencer of the Year: Pau Pelaez
Food/Travel Influencer of the Year: Francis Candia (Candiyey)
Gaming Influencer of the Year: 0hmyv33nus
Health/Fitness Influencer of the Year: Dr. Kilimanguro
Influencer Family of the Year: Capinpin Bros.
LGBTQIA+ Influencer of the Year: Vice Ganda
Parenting Influencer of the Year: MELASON
Podcast of the Year: Atin Atin Lang
Streaming Influencer of the Year: Gema Galanza
Vlogger of the Year (Short Form): Esnyr Ranollo
Vlogger of the Year (Long Form): Francine Diaz
With the 9th edition winners officially revealed, LionhearTV now looks ahead to a historic milestone — the 10th RAWR Awards, launching this November 2025 with the powerful theme: “IN10SE.” This upcoming edition promises to be the biggest and boldest yet, marking a decade of amplifying outstanding voices in entertainment and celebrating LionhearTV’s enduring 17-year legacy in Philippine digital media.