TikTok selects 11 Filipino creators for regional stage

On November 9, 2026, TikTok published the list of 11 Filipino creators who will represent the country in the inaugural regional stage of TikTok Awards Southeast Asia 2026. They were chosen through national public voting held from October 12 to 26, which drew millions of votes, according to TikTok.

Representatives by category

Phillip Te Hernandez, known as @davaoconyo, will represent the country in Creator of the Year. The selection also includes @eko06004 in Rising Creator of the Year, @thisislans_ in Education Creator of the Year, and @margauxnonato in Sports Creator of the Year.

The lifestyle, food, entertainment, and beauty categories include @bellerodolfo in Lifestyle Creator of the Year, @jujumaoo in Food Creator of the Year, @spencer_serafica in Entertainment Creator of the Year, and @paupelaez_ in Beauty & Fashion Creator of the Year.

Rounding out the delegation are @jomaryee in Popular Video of the Year, @imryssi in TikTok LIVE Creator of the Year, and @aerieljantolentino in TikTok Shop Creator of the Year.

Regional final to be held in Bali

The 11 representatives will advance to the regional stage in Bali, Indonesia. A panel that includes the ASEAN Secretariat, WPP, and TikTok will evaluate the creators. The winners will be announced on November 27, 2026.

Angga Anugrah Putra, TikTok's general manager of Content Operations for Southeast Asia, highlighted creators' potential to connect cultures, foster communities, and build businesses.