Vilma (Philippine TV program)

(Redirected from Vilma!)

Vilma is a Philippine television variety show broadcast by GMA Network. Hosted by Vilma Santos, it premiered on August 8, 1986 on the network's Friday evening line up. The show concluded on September 29, 1995 with a total of 479 episodes. It was replaced by Bubble Gang in its timeslot.

Vilma
An image of Vilma Santos. The show title is displayed on the right side of the image.
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Also known asVilma on Seven
GenreVariety show
Directed byRomy Veron
Presented byVilma Santos
Country of originPhilippines
Original languageTagalog
No. of episodes479
Production
Executive producerChit Guerrero
Production locations
Camera setupMultiple-camera setup
Running time90–120 minutes
Production companyGMA Entertainment TV
Original release
NetworkGMA Network
ReleaseAugust 8, 1986 (1986-08-08) –
September 29, 1995 (1995-09-29)

Overview

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Formerly known as Vilma In Person, Vilma! (also known as Vilma! on Seven) premiered on August 8, 1986. The pilot episode was filmed from the Metropolitan Theater where Vilma Santos and the VIP Dancers regularly performed there until 1987 when the show moved to GMA Broadway Studios. The show received four nominations in the PMPC Star Awards for TV from 1988 to 1990, 1992 and 1994, as well as Best Female Musical Variety Show Host from 1987 to 1988. There were also anniversary and birthday specials from 1987 to 1994.[1]

Cast

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Vilma Santos serves as a host.
Host
Dancers
  • V.I.P. Dancers

Ratings

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Vilma is one of the highest-rated television shows in Philippine history, reaching 47% national ratings nationwide.[2][3]

Accolades

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Accolades received by Vilma
Year Awards Category Recipient Result Ref.
1987 1st PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Female Musical Variety Show Host Vilma Santos Won
1988 2nd PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Musical Variety Show Vilma Won
Best Female Musical Variety Show Host Vilma Santos Won
1989 3rd PMPC Star Awards for Television Best Musical Variety Show Vilma Won
1990 4th PMPC Star Awards for Television Won
1992 6th PMPC Star Awards for Television Won
1994 8th PMPC Star Awards for Television Won

References

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  1. ^ Francisco, Butch (July 1, 2003). "Past memorable shows on GMA". The Philippine Star. Retrieved March 14, 2020.
  2. ^ "Sunshine, extra na lang sa show ni Sanya". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
  3. ^ "Vilma Santos, Boy Abunda sanib-puwersa sa isang special show". Hataw! D'yaryo ng Bayan. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
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