After winning Star Search and guesting in several US TV shows, the first and only Filipino International Star Search Champion Josephine Banig Roberto went back to the Philippines and was invited to Malacanang Palace to give a courtesy call to then President Corazon C. Aquino. She rendered an acapella version of Whitney Houstons hit The Greatest Love Of All.


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I am deeply saddened by the passing of our former President Corazon C. Aquino. I will never forget the day I was invited to give a courtesy call to then President Mrs. Aquino when I was still very young.. As an artist and as simple little girl, I had never been so proud that day to have been given such a warm welcome by someone like the former President Aquino who was well-loved and respected by, not only our entire country, but by many people all over the world as well. She was genuine, humble and very down to earth. In my journeys here in the U.S. as an artist, as a woman, and as a Filipino, I will carry the memories of such an icon. Her strength and determination will forever inspire me to continue to work hard to gain the admiration, love and respect from our countrymen and from people of all races just like her. In all my concerts, I promise to continue to sing Bayan Ko with my head up high, as the memories of her leadership instill my pride and my love for my Filipino roots no matter where I live or no matter where I perform.

On behalf of my entire family, our love and prayers are with the Aquinos during these tough times. But just like the rest of their supporters, we continue to celebrate the life of Tita Cory for she nurtured us all in many ways - as a respected leader, as a genuine individual and a very loving mother to all. I sincerely hope to get this message across to the entire Aquino family.....nakikiramay po kami.

Nagmamahal,
Josephine Banig Roberto




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