Sofronio Vasquez
Sofronio Vasquez | |
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| Birth name | Sofronio Parojinog Vasquez III |
| Born | November 9, 1992 Ozamiz, Misamis Occidental, Philippines |
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| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 2012–present |
| Labels | Universal Music Group |
| Website | sofroniovasquez |
Sofronio Parojinog Vasquez III (born November 9, 1992) is a Filipino pop and R&B singer currently residing in the United States.[1] He is the winner of season 26 of the American talent competition The Voice at the age of 32, He competed on the team coached by Michael Bublé, giving him his first win as a coach. Vasquez became the first male Asian winner in the show's twenty-six seasons and the first Filipino to win.[2]
Early and personal life
[edit]Sofronio Vasquez was born in Misamis Occidental to Aida Parojinog and Oniol Vasquez.[3]
Vasquez cites his father–whom he also regarded as his first coach–for his affinity for singing.[4] Originally, Vasquez studied to be a dentist and began practicing as a dental hygienist.[5] After the death of his father, Vasquez inspired him to further pursue a singing career. Vasquez currently resides in Utica, New York in 2022 to work as a dental assistant in order to provide for his family.[6]
Career
[edit]2017-2019: Tawag ng Tanghalan
[edit]In 2017, Vasquez joined the second season of Tawag ng Tanghalan, a segment of ABS-CBN's noontime variety show It's Showtime where he finished in seventh place. He later competed in Tawag ng Tanghalan: All-Star Grand Resbak and finished in third place. [7][8]
2024–present: The Voice
[edit]| Performances on The Voice season 26 | ||||||
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| Round | Theme | Song | Original artist | Order | Original air date | Result |
| Blind Auditions | — | "I'm Goin' Down" | Mary J. Blige | 1.2 | Sept. 23, 2024 | Michael Bublé, Gwen Stefani, Reba McEntire, and Snoop Dogg turned; joined Team Bublé |
| Battles (Top 56) |
"The Power of Love" (vs. Aliyah Khaylyn) | Celine Dion | 10.4 | Oct. 29, 2024 | Saved by Michael Bublé | |
| Knockouts (Top 36) |
"You Don't Have to Say You Love Me" (vs. Kiara Vega and Jeremy Beloate) | Dusty Springfield | 14.5 | Nov. 18, 2024 | ||
| Playoffs (Top 20) |
"Crying" | Roy Orbison | 17.5 | Nov. 26, 2024 | ||
| Live Semi-finals (Top 8) |
"If I Can Dream" | Elvis Presley | 18.12 | Dec. 2, 2024 | Saved by Public | |
| Live Finale (Final 5) |
"Uptempo Song" | "Unstoppable" | Sia | 20.5 | Dec. 9, 2024 | Winner |
| "Ballad" | "A Million Dreams" | The Greatest Showman cast | 20.8 | |||
| "Duet with Coach" | "Who's Lovin' You" (Duet with Michael Bublé) | Jackson 5 | 22.15 | Dec. 10, 2024 | ||
In 2024, Vasquez auditioned for the 26th season of The Voice USA.[7] All four coaches (Michael Bublé, Gwen Stefani, Reba McEntire, and Snoop Dogg) expressed interest in working with him. Vasquez ultimately chose to be a part of Team Bublé. He progressed to the final where he was declared as the winner of the season on Dec. 10, 2024.[9][10] Vasquez became the first male Asian winner in the show's twenty-six seasons, as well as the first Filipino to win. Vasquez won US$100,000 and a recording contract with Universal Music Group.
Filmography
[edit]Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017/2019 | It's Showtime | Contestant, Tawag ng Tanghalan Season 2/7th Placer; Tawag ng Tanghalan: All-Star Grand Resbak/3rd Placer | ABS-CBN |
| 2024 | The Voice USA season 26 | Contestant/Winner | NBC |
References
[edit]- ^ Robledo, Anthony (December 10, 2024). "'The Voice' Season 26 finale: Coach Michael Bublé scores victory with Sofronio Vasquez". USA Today.
- ^ Martinez, Gavin. "Filipino singer Sofronio Vasquez makes history as first Asian to win 'The Voice'". asianews.network. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
- ^ "Who is Sofronio Vasquez, the first Asian winner of 'The Voice USA?'". Rappler. December 11, 2024.
- ^ Jasckson, Matthew (December 9, 2024). "Everything to Know About Sofronio Vasquez on The Voice Season 26". NBC.
- ^ Espina-Varona, Inday. "What Sofronio Vasquez did right in 'The Voice' finale". rappler.com. Rappler. Retrieved 11 December 2024.
- ^ Afinidad-Bernardo, Deni Rose M. "Asians rally behind Filipino Sofronio Vasquez to become 'The Voice' first Asian winner". Philippine Star. Retrieved 2024-12-12.
- ^ a b "'Tawag ng Tanghalan' finalist shines on 'The Voice'". USA Inquirer. September 22, 2024.
- ^ "A look back on Sofronio Vasquez's remarkable journey in Tawag ng Tanghalan". ABS-CBN. December 12, 2024.
- ^ "Filipino singer Sofronio Vasquez wins 'The Voice USA'". ABS-CBN. December 11, 2024.
- ^ "Filipino singer Sofronio Vasquez wins 'The Voice USA'". Philstar. December 11, 2024.
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