Magpakailanman 2012 – The Nathaniel “Mang Tani” Cruz Story

AIRED: December 1, 2012

Stars : Rita Avila, Gardo Versoza, Mike Tan, Rez Cortez, Antonio Aquitania, Lollie Mara, Byron Ortile

Plot : Before becoming GMA Resident Meteorologist, Nathaniel “Mang Tani” Cruz (Ricky Davao/Mark Herras) worked at PAGASA along with his wife Gloria (Glydel Mercado/Kris Bernal). When Tani migrated to Australia, Gloria followed, but suffered a stroke and was declared brain-dead. However, Gloria regained consciousness because of Tani’s unconditional love.

Magpakailanman 2012 – The Maricel Apatan Story

AIRED: Nov 24, 2012

Stars : Rita Avila, Gardo Versoza, Mike Tan, Rez Cortez, Antonio Aquitania, Lollie Mara, Byron Ortile

Plot : After falling victim to men who have greed over a residential property, Maricel (Barbie Forteza/Maxene Magalona) barely survived this tragedy where she lost both of her hands. Despite this, she used her “disability” as an advantage to pursue her passion-cooking.

Magpakailanman 2012 – Zendee Rose Tenerefe Life Story

AIRED: November 17, 2012

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Stars : Rio Locsin, Rita Iringan, Chinggay Riego, Glenda Garcia, Emilio Garcia

Plot : Formerly known as a “random girl,” Zendee (Louise Delos Reyes) went viral after she sang a karaoke version of a popular song in a mall. From there on, she gained a following and later was invited in numerous television shows, eventually meeting renowned American TV host Ellen Degeneres. Before gaining popularity with her powerful voice, how was Zendee able to overcome all the hardships in life?

Magpakailanman – The Rizal Day Bombing Story

AIRED: Dec 4, 2003

Stars : Jaclyn Jose, Dan Fernadez, Emil Sandoval, Gilette Sandico

Plot : As the Filipino nation celebrated Rizal Day in 2000, an unexpected event happened that day where a series of bombings happened in Metro Manila within a span of just a few hours. This gruesome attack from unknown armed men became one of the most tragic events that happened in Philippine history, where it left 22 casualties and over 100 injured people.

Magpakailanman – The Doctors Manny and Pie Calayan Story

AIRED: Feb 24, 2005

Stars : Liza Lorena, Robert Arevalo, Anne Villegas, Evangeline Pascual, Romeo Rivera, Girlie Sevilla, Simon Ibarra, Giego Malvar, Maricar de Niega, Ehra Madrigal, Gigi Locsin

Plot : Before becoming one of the top dermatologists in the Philippines, Drs. Manny and Pie Calayan, too, began with nothing as they navigated the trials of adolescence. Being married at a young age and dealing with family criticism, they both practiced hard work and perseverance, which resulted in a successful career as dermatology icons.

Magpakailanman – The Love Añover Story

AIRED: May 1, 2003

Stars : Rio Locsin, John Arcilla, Boy2 Quizon, Dennis Trillo, Gigi Locsin, Charry Arespacochaga, Bien “Beauty” Cortez, Elena Bocalan, Arnold Clavio

Plot : Coming from a poor family in Leyte, Love Añover grew up with her relatives in the province and became an all-around vendor at their marketplace. Her life changed when she received an opportunity to study in Manila since her mother worked as a bus conductor in the city. She was discriminated by her classmates because of her looks but this never stopped her from reaching her dreams—until she became an intern at GMA Network and eventually became an energetic production assistant in a TV show. Because of her hard work and determination, she soon became one of the iconic TV personalities in the longest-running morning news program on TV, Unang Hirit.