“When the time is right, I, THE LORD, will make it happen,” – Isaiah 60:22
Filipino singer Sofronio Vasquez wins as the first Asian to win the hit American show “The Voice USA.” The 32-year-old singer from Team Bublè won the competition after receiving the most votes. Vasquez will receive the grand prize of $100,000 and a recording contract.
Before the final announcement, Vasquez told his coach, “Michael….it’s so weird to say Michael, I call you Sir. Your mentorship is a blessing to me, to my family, and to all dreamers out there. You open the doors for everyone. Thank you very much.”
In his part, Bublè, said: “Well, my Filipino brother, you are the hope of so many people. Not just in the Philippines, but Asians everywhere truly are looking at you tonight. So proud.” “You represent them so well and it’s such an unbelievable journey to be here with you,” He added.
Vasquez performed the song “Unstoppable” by Sia and “A Million Dreams” from the Greatest Showman during the final round of the hit reality talent show. Vasquez first rose to fame as one of the “Tawag ng Tanghalan” contenders on “It’s Showtime,” where he reached the semifinals.
Vasquez had a strong start in the reality hit talent show as four-chair turner during the blind auditions, with all four judges giving him a standing ovation. He went to join Michael Bublè team, consistently giving one powerful performance, which brought him to the final rounds of the competition.
In an exclusive interview with ABS-CBN News, Bublè believed that Sofronio had a chance of winning the Voice USA. Bublè also realized that his win would make a great impact since it would open doors for many Asian winners.
