I Love OPM (stylized as I ♥ OPM: Original Pinoy Music) is a Philippine television reality competition show broadcast by ABS-CBN. Hosted by Anne Curtis and Eric Nicolas, it aired on the network's Yes Weekend! line up from February 13 to April 23, 2016, replacing Dance Kids and was replaced by We Love OPM.[1]

I Love OPM
Presented byAnne Curtis
Eric Nicolas
Judges
WinnerYohan Hwang
Runners-upJ Morning from Seoul, South Korea
No. of episodes20
Release
Original networkABS-CBN
Original releaseFebruary 13 (2016-02-13) –
April 23, 2016 (2016-04-23)

Format and conception

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100% foreigners will compete against each other in singing competition using Filipino songs and most notably the Original Pilipino Music genre. Originally conceived in 2014, the show initially had apl.de.ap as the host but had to decline after scheduling conflicts. Upon being requested as judges, Martin Nievera and Lani Misalucha agreed to participate. Singer-actress Donna Cruz was originally the third judge but the delay in production forced her to withdraw due to personal commitments. Cruz vouched for singer and friend Regine Velasquez to take her place, but since Velasquez renewed her contract with rival station GMA Network, Velasquez was unable to commit despite expressing interest to reunite with peers Nievera and Misalucha. Toni Gonzaga was tapped to be the third judge.

The contestants dubbed as "Touristars" must initially go through 2 rounds which each advancement to another round being termed as "passing a Gate". The audition phase shall determine the 24 contestants to "pass through Gate 1" or qualify to the next round. On the second round to pass Gate 2, the 24 contestants that qualified the audition phase will be group into 4 to compete against each other. Only two contestants per group can advance to the next round. The top two contestants will automatically get a chair, while the third and fourth contestants needs to Bump Off the former by surpassing the current high scores. On the third round, the contestants are grouped in to three to compete for Kababayan's Choice and Judge's Choice. After each performance, the live audience will give a Love Heart or Broken Heart to vote. The contestant with the highest Love Heart will be the Kababayan's Choice. The judges will then choose between the two remaining contestant to be the Judge's Choice.

Each gates corresponds to audition (Gate 1: The Audition), elimination round (Gate 2: The Bump Off), quarter finals (Gate 3: The Kababayan Bump Off), semi-finals (Gate 4: The Take Off), and finals (Gate 5: The Grand Destination).

Episodes

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I ♥ OPM: Original Pinoy Music premiered on ABS-CBN and worldwide on The Filipino Channel on February 13, 2016 and ended on April 23, 2016 replacing Dance Kids.[2]

Gate 1: The Audition

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Each touristars must get at least 2 Approved from Himigration Officers (Himigration is a portmanteau of the Filipino word himig which means "melody" and the word immigration) to proceed to the next round. When they get 2 Denied, they are eliminated from the competition.

Episode 1 (February 13, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #ILoveOPM

Episode rating: 24.8%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer
Toni Martin Lani
1 Jeena Dimaandal 19   United States, (California) Bituing Walang Ningning by Sharon Cuneta Approved Approved Approved
2 Ryan Gallagher[3] 27   United States, (Michigan) Kahit Isang Saglit by Martin Nievera Approved Approved Denied
3 Soo Jin Lee 22   Korea Chinito by Yeng Constantino Denied Denied Approved
4 Harris Dio Smith 30   Pakistan Beep Beep by Juan dela Cruz Band Approved Approved Approved

Episode 2 (February 14, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #MahalKitaOPM

Episode rating: 20.0%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer
Toni Martin Lani
1 Addy Raj Gaur 21   India Hinahanap-Hanap Kita by Rivermaya (popularized by Daniel Padilla) Approved Approved Approved
2 Raza Saeed 27   Pakistan Ngiti by Ronnie Liang Denied Denied Approved
3 Anna Rabtsun 26   Russia Sirena by Gloc-9 feat. Ebe Dancel Denied Approved Approved
4 J Morning   Korea Ikaw by Yeng Constantino Approved Approved Approved

Episode 3 (February 20, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #ILoveOPMSabado

Episode rating: 23.8%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer
Toni Martin Lani
1 Sumner Mahaffey 22   United States, (Missouri) Pag-Ibig by Yeng Constantino Approved Approved Approved
2 Victor Cervantes 38   United States, (California) Kailangan Kita by Gary Valenciano Denied Denied Approved
3 Jerome McCuin 29   United States, (California) Kawawang Cowboy by Fred Panopio Approved Approved Approved
4 Fathin Amira 24   Singapore Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin by Lani Misalucha Approved Approved Approved

Episode 4 (February 21, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #SundayOPMvibes

Episode ratings: 17.1%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer
Toni Martin Lani
1 Daniel Herrington 27   United States, (Mississippi) Mahal Kita Pero by Janella Salvador Approved Approved Approved
2 Mitch Smith Sr. 52   United States, (California) Nandito Ako by Ogie Alcasid Denied Denied Approved
3 Naisa Lasalosi 21   Australia, (Sydney) Halik by Aegis Approved Approved Approved
4 DBD
Dae Lee
Bobby Skyz
Dwaine Wooley

26
24
25

 
 
 

Korea, (Seoul)
Nigeria
Australia
Magda by Gloc-9 feat. Rico Blanco Approved Approved Approved

Episode 5 (February 27, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #SaturdayOPMLove

Episode rating: 18.3%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer
Toni Martin Lani
1 Yohan Hwang 20   Korea, (Seoul) Ako'y Sa'Yo at Ika'y Akin by First Circle, (popularized by Daniel Padilla) Approved Approved Approved
2 Moses Akoh 26   Nigeria Kahit Kailan by South Border Approved Approved Approved
3 Flora Lee 27   Korea, (Seoul) Hulog Ng Langit by Donna Cruz Denied Approved Denied
4 Marina Lin 19   Thailand, (Bangkok) Hawak Kamay by Yeng Constantino Approved Approved Approved
5 Matthew May 36   United Kingdom, (England) May Bukas Pa by Rico J. Puno Approved Approved Approved

Episode 6 (February 28, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMSundayWins

Episode rating: 14.7%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer
Toni Martin Lani
1 Mango Singhi 29   India Mang Jose by Parokya ni Edgar Denied Denied Approved
2 Jonathan Wagner 28   France, (Paris) Ikaw by Sharon Cuneta Approved Approved Approved
3 Natalia Moon 24   Australia Pusong Bato by Alon, (popularized by Jovit Baldivino) Denied Denied Denied
4 Nelson Leausa[4] 25   Samoa Bakit Pa Ba by Jay-R Approved Approved Approved

Episode 7 (March 5, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #ILoveOPMTop24

Episode rating: 18.3%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer
Toni Martin Lani
1 UchuSentai:Noiz   Japan Pinoy Ako by Orange and Lemons Denied Approved Approved
2 Montri Bootnak 26   Thailand Hanggang by Wency Cornejo Approved Approved Approved
3 Jeff James 27   United States, (Hawaii) Buko by Jireh Lim Approved Approved Approved
4 In Seon Jung 27   Korea Pagdating Ng Panahon by Aiza Seguerra Denied Approved Approved
5 Reece Rostedt 23   Australia Narda by Kamikazee Approved Approved Approved
6 Graceson Craig   United Kingdom Tadhana by Up Dharma Down Denied Denied Denied
7 James Sze   Singapore Mahal Kita Walang Iba by Ogie Alcasid Approved Denied Denied
8 Briana Takada   Palau Mahal Ko O Mahal Ako by KZ Tandingan Denied Approved Denied
9 Brigham Tauteoli   Tonga Ikaw Lang Aking Mahal by Brownman Revival Denied Denied Approved
10 Rizuan Rashid   Singapore Muli by Rodel Naval Denied Approved Denied
11 Talal Kuwailed Al Anazi   Saudi Arabia Pangako by Kindred Garden Approved Denied Denied
12 Farid Ghosn   United Arab Emirates, (Dubai) Musika Ang Buhay by Asin Denied Denied Approved
13 Sonata Stevenson 25   United States, (Philadelphia) Ikaw Lamang by Janno Gibbs and Jaya Approved Approved Denied

Gate 2: The Bump-Off

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This gate is equivalent to elimination round.

The 24 Touristars will be grouped into 4 that will be competing against each other. Only two Touristars per group can pass Gate 2. The first two Touristars will automatically get a chair, while the third and fourth Touristars needs to Bump Off the former by surpassing the current high scores.

Episode 8 (March 6, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #ILOPMGate2

Destination: Davao

Activities: (1) white water rafting; (2) zip line; (3) crocodile feeding; and (4) snake massage

Episode rating: 15.7%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer Average
Toni Martin Lani
1 Sumner Mahaffey 22   United States, (Missouri) Simpleng Tulad Mo by Daniel Padilla 89 90 96 91.7
2 Reece Rostedt 23   Australia Kay Cristo Lang (In Christ Alone) by Owl City, translated by Reece Rostedt 88 85 87 86.7
3 Fathin Amira 24   Singapore Paano by Lani Misalucha 96 96 97 96.3
4 Naisa Lasalosi 21   Australia, (Sydney) Ikot-Ikot by Sarah Geronimo 94 91 96 93.7

Episode 9 (March 12, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #ILOPMbohol

Destination: Bohol

Special Tour Guide/s: Joj Ampangan and Jai Ampangan

Activities: (1) meet-and-greet with a guitar maker; (2) Tarsier Conservation visit; (3) eat on floating restaurant; and (4) Loboc Church visit

Episode rating: 16.5%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer Average
Toni Martin Lani
1 Jeff James 27   United States, (Hawaii) Kung Ako Na Lang Sana by Bituin Escalante 89 89 89 89.0
2 Anna Rabtsun 26   Russia Bakit Pa by Jessa Zaragoza 90 88 84 87.3
3 Yohan Hwang 20   Korea, (Seoul) Nasa 'Yo Na Ang Lahat by Daniel Padilla 94 94 89 92.3
4 Moses Akoh 26   Nigeria Himala by Rivermaya 95 93 94 94.0

Episode 10 (March 13, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #ILOPMmanila

Destination: Manila

Special Touristar Guide/s: Tart Carlos and Viveika Ravanes

Activities: (1) ride ferry boat; (2) eating Soup Number Five and Filipino street foods; and (3) visiting Rizal Park /Luneta Park, Chinatown, Quiapo Church and the Intramuros

Episode rating: 16.2%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer Average
Toni Martin Lani
1 UchuSentai:Noiz   Japan Liwanag Sa Dilim by Rivermaya 89 89 89 89.0
2 Marina Lin 19   Thailand, (Bangkok) Oo by Up Dharma Down 89 88 88 88.3
3 Sonata Stevenson 25   United States, (Philadelphia) Salamat Musika by Nanette Inventor 90 86 86 87.7
4 Ryan Gallagher 27   United States, (Michigan) Sana Maulit Muli by Gary Valenciano 94 95 90 93.0

Episode 11 (March 19, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OpmCEBUtiful

Destination: Cebu

Special Touristar Guide/s: Crazy Duo

Activities: (1) whaleshark watching; (2) singing with local bangkero; and (3) habal-habal riding

Episode rating: 14.7%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer Average
Toni Martin Lani
1 DBD
Dae Lee
Bobby Skyz
Dwaine Wooley

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Korea, (Seoul)
Nigeria
Australia
Tuloy Pa Rin by Neocolors 94 96 90 93.3
2 Jonathan Wagner 28   France, (Paris) Maalaala Mo Kaya by Carol Banawa 91 89 88 89.3
3 Jeena Dimaandal 19   United States, (California) Iisa Pa Lamang by Joey Albert 92 90 91 91.0
4 Jerome McCuin 29   United States, (California) Mr. Suave by Parokya ni Edgar 88 88 89 88.3

Episode 12 (March 20, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMBeCoolBicol

Destination: Bicol

Special Touristar Guide/s: Venus Raj

Activities: (1) preparing raft; (2) preparing and eating pinangat; (3) riding ATV; and (4) visiting Cagsawa Ruins

Episode rating: 15.7%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer Average
Toni Martin Lani
1 Daniel Herrington 27   United States, (Mississippi) No Erase by James Reid and Nadine Lustre 95 90 96 93.7
2 In Seon Jung 27   Korea Pangako by Regine Velasquez 85 85 89 86.3
3 Nelson Leausa 25   Samoa Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin by Martin Nievera 90 86 91 89.0
4 Harris Dio Smith 30   Pakistan Hallelujah by Bamboo 96 98 96 96.7

Episode 13 (March 27, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMHappyEaster

Destination: Pampanga

Special Touristar Guide/s: Ryan Bang

Activities: (1) eating in a turo-turo; and (2) visiting the Aeta tribe

Episode rating: 15.5%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Himigration Officer Average
Toni Martin Lani
1 Matthew May 36   United Kingdom, (England) Habang May Buhay by After Image 90 89 90 89.7
2 Addy Raj 21   India Huwag Ka Nang Humirit by James Reid 87 85 87 86.3
3 J Morning   Korea Kapag Tumibok Ang Puso by Donna Cruz 94 95 96 95.0
4 Montri Bootnak 26   Thailand, (Bangkok) Ikaw Na Nga by Willie Revillame 88 90 90 89.3

Gate 3: The Kababayan Bump-off

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This gate is equivalent to quarter-final round.

The Touristars is divided into group of three. Each Himigration Officer will have a karaoke session with the three Touristars. Only two of these three will proceed to next round. The first Touristar will be chosen by 100 Kababayan (studio audience) which will give Love Heart or Broken Heart, the Kababayan's Choice. The second Touristar will be chosen by the Himigration Officers, the Judge's Choice.

Episode 14 (April 2, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMletsVOTEin

Opening song: Noypi by Bamboo

Episode rating: 14.3%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Karaoke Session Kababayan's Choice Judge's Choice
Toni Martin Lani
1 Ryan Gallagher 27   United States, (Michigan) Hanggang Sa Dulo Ng Walang Hanggan by Basil Valdez Toni 95
2 Daniel Herrington 27   United States, (Mississippi) Mahal Na Mahal by Archie D, (popularized by Sam Concepcion) Lani 93
3 Yohan Hwang 20   Korea, (Seoul) Gusto Kita by Gino Padilla Lani 98

Episode 15 (April 3, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMiheartyou

Opening song: Ang Huling El Bimbo by Eraserheads

Episode rating: 14.8%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Karaoke Session Kababayan's Choice Judge's Choice
Toni Martin Lani
1 UchuSentai:Noiz   Japan Narda by Kamikazee Martin 60
2 J Morning   Korea Anak by Freddie Aguilar Lani 95
3 DBD
Dae Lee
Bobby Skyz
Dwaine Wooley

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24
25

 
 
 

Korea, (Seoul)
Nigeria
Australia
Kilometro by Sarah Geronimo Toni 58

Episode 16 (April 9, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMPowerSabado

Opening song: Bonggahan by Sampaguita

Episode rating: 12.9%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Karaoke Session Kababayan's Choice Judge's Choice
Toni Martin Lani
1 Harris Dio Smith 30   Pakistan Nosi Ba Lasi by Sampaguita Toni 95
2 Moses Akoh 26   Nigeria Ikaw Ang Pangarap by Martin Nievera Martin 80
3 Matthew May 36   United Kingdom, (England) Diyos Ay Pag-Ibig a Christian song Martin 82

Episode 17 (April 10, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMTop8

Opening song: Awitin Mo, Isasayaw Ko by VST & Company

Episode rating: 15.7%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Karaoke Session Kababayan's Choice Judge's Choice
Toni Martin Lani
1 Naisa Lasalosi 21   Australia, (Sydney) Isang Lahi by Regine Velasquez Toni 89
2 Fathin Amira 24   Singapore Wala Na Bang Pag-Ibig by Jaya Martin 94
3 Jeena Dimaandal 19   United States, (California) Tunay Na Mahal by Lani Misalucha Lani

Gate 4: The Take Off

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This gate is equivalent to semi-final round.

Like the previous gate, there will be a Kababayan's Choice and Judge's Choice. There will be two Kababayan's Choice which are the ones who will receive the most number of Love Hearts from the 100 Kababayan (studio audience), including Filipino music celebrities, music composers, and music personalities like Jason Dy, Morissette Amon, Michael Pangilinan, Hazel Faith Dela Cruz, Nyoy Volante, Davey Langit and DJ Chacha. There will also be two Judge's Choice which are the ones who will get the unanimous votes from the judges. Instead of karaoke sessions with the Himigration Officers, the Touristars had a mentoring session with two guest celebrities; Erik Santos and Yeng Constantino.

Episode 18 (April 16, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMTheTakeOff

Opening song: 'Eto Na Naman by Gary Valenciano

Celebrity Mentors: Erik Santos, and Yeng Constantino

Episode rating: 12.4%

NOTE: This is the first part of this two-part episode. The results were announced on the second part.

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Kababayan's Choice Judge's Choice
Toni Martin Lani
1 Fathin Amira 24   Singapore Lumayo Ka Man Sa Akin by Rodel Naval 90
2 Moses Akoh 26   Nigeria Mahal Kita ('Di Mo Pansin) by Kyla 95
3 DBD
Dae Lee
Bobby Skyz
Dwaine Wooley

26
24
25

 
 
 

Korea, (Seoul)
Nigeria
Australia
Dahil Mahal Na Mahal Kita by Roselle Nava 80
4 Naisa Lasalosi 21   Australia, (Sydney) Patuloy Ang Pangarap by Angeline Quinto 89
5 Harris Dio Smith 30   Pakistan Laki Sa Layaw by Mike Hanopol 97

Episode 19 (April 17, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMTop4

Celebrity Mentors: Erik Santos and Yeng Constantino

Episode rating: 18.7%

NOTE: This is a continuation on the first part of the two-part episode.

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Kababayan's Choice Judge's Choice
Toni Martin Lani
1 J Morning   Korea Boom Panes by Vice Ganda 95
2 Ryan Gallagher 27   United States, (Michigan) Minsan Lang Kitang Iibigin by Ariel Rivera 94
3 Yohan Hwang 20   Korea, (Seoul) I Believe by Jimmy Bondoc 96

Gate 5: The Grand Destination

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This gate is equivalent to final round.

The Himigration Officer will give score after each performance of the Touristars which will become the 50% of the total score. The remaining 50% will be from the public votes (Kababayan's Score). The winner as the Grand Touristar, will receive a 1-year singing contract, a vacation package and a plaque plus ₱2,000,000 (about £29,875, €37,950, US$42,850) cash.

Episode 20 (April 23, 2016)

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Episode hashtag: #OPMGrandDestination

Guest performer/s: Arnel Pineda, Randy Santiago, Hajji Alejandro, James Reid

Opening song: Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika by Hajji Alejandro

Episode rating: 13.0%

Order Touristar Age Flag Country of Origin Song and Artist/s Guest Group Total Score
1 Ryan Gallagher 27   United States, (Michigan) Narito by Gary Valenciano Mandaluyong Children's Choir 23.27%
2 J Morning   Korea Bulag, Pipi at Bingi by Freddie Aguilar 23.42%
3 Yohan Hwang 20   Korea, (Seoul) Wag Ka Nang Umiyak by Gary Valenciano Liturgikon Vocal Ensemble 32.82%
4 Harris Dio Smith 30   Pakistan Salamat by The Dawn Philippine Army Band 20.50%

Elimination summary

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General   Did not perform on this episode.   Already eliminated.

Gate 1: The Auditions   Touristar gets at least 2 Approved stamp.   Touristar gets at least 2 Denied stamp.

Gate 2: The Bump-off   Highest score.   Second highest score.   Bumped-off or eliminated.

Gate 3: The Kababayan Bump-off and Gate 4: The Take Off   Kababayan's Choice.   Judge's Choice.   Bumped-off or eliminated.

Gate 5: The Grand Destination   I Love OPM Grand Touristar.   2nd Placer.   3rd Placer.   4th Placer.

Gate
The Auditions The Bump-off The Kababayan Bump-off The Take Off [3] The Grand Destination
Episode 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Rank Name Age Origin Result
1 Yohan Hwang 20  
2 J Morning  
3 Ryan Gallagher 27  
4 Harris Dio Smith 30  
5 Moses Akoh 26   4
6 Fathin Amira 23   4
7 Naisa Lasalosi 21   2 4
8 DBD 26, 24, 25       4
9–12 Daniel Herrington 27  
UchuSentai:Noiz  
Matthew May 36  
Jeena Dimaandal 20   2
13–24 Reece Rostedt 23  
Jeff James 27  
Anna Rabtsun 26  
Marina Lin 19  
Sonata Stevenson 25  
Jonathan Wagner 28  
Jerome McCuin 29  
In Seon Jung 27  
Nelson Leausa 25  
Addy Raj Gaur 21  
Sumner Mahaffey 22   1
Montri Bootnak 26   1
25–38 Soo Jin Lee 22  
Raza Saeed 27  
Victor Cervantes 38  
Mitch Smith, Sr. 52  
Flora Lee 27  
Mango Singhi 29  
Natalia Moon 24  
Graceson Craig  
James Sze  
Briana Takada  
Brigham Tauteoli  
Rizuan Rashid  
Talal Kuwailed Al Anazi  
Farid Ghosn  

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "I Love OPM: This February on ABS-CBN!". Showtime.com.ph. February 6, 2016. Retrieved February 8, 2016.
  2. ^ "I Love OPM: This February on ABS-CBN!". Showtime.com.ph. February 6, 2016. Retrieved February 8, 2016.
  3. ^ "American singer steals hearts with 'I Love OPM' audition". ABS-CBN News. February 14, 2016. Retrieved February 15, 2016.
  4. ^ "Samon Missionary Nelson Leausa Wows the "I Love OPM" Judges". philnews.ph. February 29, 2016. Retrieved February 29, 2016.
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