Who is Gwyneth Dorado? If you have read my previous blog entitled “Asia’s Got Talent Auditions” she is the girl that I was talking about who advanced to the next level.
As I recall few months back, I suddenly remembered my journey when I auditioned for AGT (Asia’s Got Talent). I kept on wondering what happened with the results of her audition because I never got the chance to get their contact numbers. Until Suddenly, I came across youtube and saw a trending video:
I was so happy to find out that she was able to make it to Singapore! All I can remember is the Adorable kid with cute dimples and finally I found out her real name and that is Gwyneth Dorado. I like the comment that David Foster said after her performance:
Gwyn, being a star is not just about having a good voice and you got that covered and I can’t imagine how good you’re gonna sound when you’re 13, 14 or 15. You came out here… You were confident you have direction and you play the guitar well. You knew what exactly you’re going to do and you know your place in this business and I think this business has a place for you for sure.”
I immediately searched her name on facebook and was able to land to her official fan page. I sent her a private message last April 5 of this year. I gave my regards to her parents and wished her luck that I hope she can make it to the semi finals.
Watch her performance from semi finals to the grand finale of the competition:
Semi finals:
Grand finals:
I was so delighted that I was able to get in touch with her mom, Jheng Dorado. She is a very warm and humble person. It felt great to hear from them despite of not being able to get any contact. God made a way for us to meet once more.
After the competition, I took the time to tone down the excitement because for sure Gwyn will be busy with enormous commitments. September came and I got the chance to bring back my communication with Gywn’s mom. I asked her if I can meet them soon to patch things up with their family. Luckily, our meet up finally pushed through even if it’s unexpected. We met at Sunrise Buckets at The Grove by Rockwell, Pasig City. I arrived at our meeting place 2 hours early before the agreed time of my appointment with them. I wanted to avoid the horrible traffic around the area and I wanted to make the most out of my time with Gwyn’s family.
When I received a text message from Gwyn’s mom that they are already around the premises, my heart skipped a bit because of excitement. Then finally, I saw them together with Gwyn. I was so happy to see them after almost a year from the audition. Gwyn has grown so much and she is still the same cute little girl with adorable dimples. I told myself… “Wow, may star quality na itong batang ito!” (Wow! This kid has a star quality now!). Ok, ok… I admit… I am a big fan of hers now.
We had our dinner and was able to reminisce of what has happened a year ago. I asked them what happened after the audition. They told me that Gwyn passed the first screening and were told to wait for a call from one of the AGT staff for details of what to do next. January of 2015 came and they have received a call from the staff of AGT that Gwyn needs to undergo an audition to Malaysia. The show provided everything, from the plane ticket down to the board and lodging plus pocket money. Luckily, Gwyn was able to pass the screening and was qualified to fly to Singapore and the rest was history.
It was such an honor that I was able to have my photo taken again with this aspiring young artist:
Thank you Gwyn for this lovely message for me. It was a pleasure talking to you too sweetheart 🙂
I promised Gwyn’s family that I will write a blog entry about our meet up. Unfortunately, it took me a long time to compose my entry for her. Maybe I was looking for more stories about this young lady. One day, I came across Gwyn’s facebook fan page and saw this poster on her timeline:
After seeing this poster, I immediately messaged Ms. Jheng (Gywn’s mom) how I can be able to watch the concert. Then from that moment, I was able to get 2 tickets for me and mom. It is my opportunity to take mom out for a little quality time with her.
We were able to arrive early in time for the concert. Mom and I had coffee together while waiting. It felt great when I saw again Gwyn’s Dad (Mr. Rey Dorado) and he was so accommodating. He introduced me to the manager of Gwyneth, her name is Ms. Mavic Lao. Ms. Mavs was the Talent Manager / Handler of Mavs Talents. She was the person who organized the first concert for Gwyn.
When the show was about to start, I had this feeling of a fan who is so excited to see her idol. Yes it is true, I could really feel that I am now a very big fan of this young lady.
Ready Set Show is a mini play of Ms. Mavic Lao’s talents and also a concert show for Gwyneth Dorado. The mini play entitled “Away bata” (Children’s fight) is all about honesty. It was excellently performed by the talents of Ms. Mavic. I give my salute to all the casts and crews behind this event as you have done a very good job in delivering good values to the youth of today.
The moment that Gwyn went out of the stage with her guitar, I was a little bit teary eyed of how she blossomed from the auditions to where she is now. I remember the exact words I told her parents while we were lining up during the auditions, “Sasamantalahin ko na magpapicture sa anak ninyo bago pa siya sumikat.” (I will take advantage to have my picture taken with your daughter before she becomes famous). To my surprise, I didn’t expect that she will make it this big. I guess God heard my prayers for this talented young lady.
After the show, I hurriedly approached the father of Gwyn if it is alright to have my picture taken with her daughter together with my mom. Watching her concert is such a delightful experience and at the same time it pave way for me to have a mother and daughter quality time.
Gwyn, I am so honored to personally meet you and your family. Continue to be an inspiration to the young people of your generation. Your talent can reach beyond horizon and with the grace of God, you will be able to make your dreams come true. Always remember that you have plenty of supporters behind you and that includes me 🙂
Sometimes, God has plenty of surprises. We meet people along the way, it is either they will stay or will just leave a footprint in our hearts. I am so happy that I have met people like Gwyn and her parents. God indeed is so unpredictable to what lies ahead in our lives. As we continue to travel in this exciting trip called “Life”, I am looking forward to meeting more people like Gwyneth. Til we meet again my dear friend.
Life Hugger 