Congratulations are in order for these “artistahin” inspirations, who now have high school diplomas and college degrees to their names!
Photo: Kai Montinola, Will Koning (via Lorin Gutierrez)/Instagram
Balancing your studies and work is no easy feat. Finding enough time to attend to both without delays is one thing. But doing so amid the limelight’s demands and pressures? That’s a whole different ball game. No wonder we can’t help but cheer for our favorite Filipino celebrities of the Class of 2026, each of whom has diligently proven that we can accomplish anything we put our hearts into, no matter how long it takes.
We’ll always be in awe of these notable achievers, who have their hearts set on making their dreams come true while being shining examples of education’s priceless power. As we conquer our day-to-day struggles, whether in school or at work, let these local artists’ journeys in the academe remind us that our pursuits for enrichment and self-discovery will never be in vain.
Kai Montinola
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An extraordinary singer, a promising actress, an all-out performer, and a stellar achiever who finished senior high school (SHS) with flying colors? That’s Kai Montinola for you. She beamed with pride on her graduation day at St. Paul Learning Center, Inc. (SPLCI) last April, with multiple special awards to boot.
BINI’s Stacey and Sheena
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No matter where life takes the “Nation’s Girl Group,” they’ll always find time to value the gift of education and inspire BLOOMs to do the same. Despite their jam-packed schedule in the U.S., which included their historic Coachella debut, BINI’s Stacey Sevilleja and Sheena Catacutan still made time to celebrate finishing SHS strong.
Marco Masa
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Marco Masa has welcomed numerous blessings and opportunities into his career lately. One of which is graduating from SHS at Our Lady of Fatima University last May, just a few months after his time as a housemate on Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0.
Jannah Chua
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Social media personality and It’s Showtime Online U host Jannah Chua celebrated her college graduation the way she knows best—with great wit and an endless supply of laughs. She graduated last month with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM).
Lorin Gutierrez
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Lorin Gutierrez is officially one degree hotter! She successfully finished her undergraduate studies last April with a Bachelor of Arts in Advertising from Pepperdine University in Malibu, California.
Ashley Diaz
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Emerging actress and singer Ashley Diaz graduated with flying colors from De La Salle University (DLSU) this year, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Behavioral Sciences, Major in Organizational and Social Systems Development. She graduated Cum laude with an Excellence in Thesis distinction.
Missy Quiño
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Another proud member of DLSU’s Class of 2026 is former Pinoy Big Brother: Otso housemate Missy Quiño. She graduated Cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Angeline Quinto
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The Philippines’ “Power Diva” is bringing her lifelong dreams to fruition, one major win at a time. Angeline Quinto earned another feather in her cap last June, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Major in Marketing Management.
Xian Lim
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Student life was nothing short of fulfilling for Xian Lim, a proud graduate from the De La Salle College of Saint Benilde. He now has a Bachelor of Arts in Music Production under the university’s Expanded Tertiary Education, Equivalency and Accreditation Program (ETEEAP).
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Congratulations to these star-studded graduates! What are your favorite graduation memories? Sound off and share your picks with us in the comments below!
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