Filipino Sofronio Vasquez makes history as ‘The Voice’ Season 26 champion

Metro Manila, Philippines — Singer Sofronio Vasquez made his mark in the global music scene as the first Filipino and Asian to win the U.S. reality singing competition, “The Voice.”

Vasquez topped the show’s 26th season, earning the majority of votes from American viewers.

He won a cash prize of $100,000 (roughly P5.83 million) and bagged a record deal with Universal Music Group. Grammy-winning artist Michael Bublé mentored Vasquez, who represented team Bublé throughout the competition.

Vasquez captivated audiences with his powerful renditions of Sia’s “Unstoppable” and “A Million Dreams” from “The Greatest Showman,” earning standing ovations and widespread praise.

In the finale, Vasquez outperformed a strong lineup composed of Danny Joseph (Team Reba), Jeremy Beloate (Team Snoop), and Sydney Sterlace (Team Gwen).

“Sofronio has the best voice I will ever have on my team. He defies all genres of music. He is charismatic, incredibly sweet, and amazingly talented,” Bublé said in an interview during the show’s finale.

Before making waves internationally, Vasquez was a finalist in the local singing competition “Tawag ng Tanghalan.”