Summary
Vilma is a Philippine television variety show broadcast by GMA Network. Hosted by Vilma Santos, it premiered on August 8, 1986 on the network's Friday evening line up. The show concluded on September 29, 1995 with a total of 479 episodes. It was replaced by Bubble Gang in its timeslot.
| Vilma | |
|---|---|
 Title card | |
| Also known as | Vilma on Seven |
| Genre | Variety show |
| Directed by | Romy Veron |
| Presented by | Vilma Santos |
| Country of origin | Philippines |
| Original language | Tagalog |
| No. of episodes | 479 |
| Production | |
| Executive producer | Chit Guerrero |
| Production locations |
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| Camera setup | Multiple-camera setup |
| Running time | 90–120 minutes |
| Production company | GMA Entertainment TV |
| Original release | |
| Network | GMA Network |
| Release | August 8, 1986 – September 29, 1995 |
Overview edit
Formerly known as Vilma In Person, Vilma! (also known as Vilma! on Seven) premiered on August 8, 1986. The pilot episode was filmed from the Metropolitan Theater where Vilma Santos and the VIP Dancers regularly performed there until 1987 when the show moved to GMA Broadway Studios. The show received four nominations in the PMPC Star Awards for TV from 1988 to 1990, 1992 and 1994, as well as Best Female Musical Variety Show Host from 1987 to 1988. There were also anniversary and birthday specials from 1987 to 1994.[1]
Cast edit
- Host
- Dancers
- V.I.P. Dancers
Segments edit
- OFF-Cam with Vi!
- Cafe Vi!
- Vilma's Music Watch
Ratings edit
Vilma is one of the highest-rated television shows in Philippine history, reaching 47% national ratings nationwide.[2][3]
Accolades edit
| Year | Awards | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 1st PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Female Musical Variety Show Host | Vilma Santos | Won | |
| 1988 | 2nd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Musical Variety Show | Vilma | Won | |
| Best Female Musical Variety Show Host | Vilma Santos | Won | |||
| 1989 | 3rd PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Musical Variety Show | Vilma | Won | |
| 1990 | 4th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Won | |||
| 1992 | 6th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Won | |||
| 1994 | 8th PMPC Star Awards for Television | Won |
References edit
- ^ Francisco, Butch (July 1, 2003). "Past memorable shows on GMA". The Philippine Star. Retrieved March 14, 2020.
- ^ "Sunshine, extra na lang sa show ni Sanya". The Philippine Star. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
- ^ "Vilma Santos, Boy Abunda sanib-puwersa sa isang special show". Hataw! D'yaryo ng Bayan. Retrieved February 18, 2023.
External links edit
- Vilma at IMDb
