MANILA, Philippines — Pop singer Sarah Geronimo expressed immense gratitude upon accepting the Global Force award from Billboard's Women In Music 2024.
The Filipino artist was one of three singers — with Italian artist Annalisa and Brazilian singer-songwriter Luísa Sonza — to be recognized with the award held at an official ceremony in Los Angeles, United States.
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Sarah accepted the award wearing a custom-made pink gown by Michael Cino and began her speech by thanking Billboard for celebrating women in music and giving the Philippines such a meaningful recognition.
She also thanked Billboard's local subsidiary for its "commitment to bring Filipino music and more Filipino artists to a global audience," which earned cheers from the crowd.
The singer described being lauded with the Global Force award was one that signified courage and hope.