More than a star

Gabbi Garcia encourages young women to know their purpose, stay grounded, and use their voice for change

- JESSICA PAG-IWAYAN

With her natural beauty, talent, and wit, Gabbi Garcia has earned numerous accolades, including the 2025 Anak TV Seal Awards Female Makabata Star, the German Moreno Youth Achievement Awards, and a YouTube Creator Awards plaque. With millions of followers across her social media platforms, it is no surprise that she remains one of Gen Z’s most sought after personalities.

But beyond the red carpet and camera lights, Gabbi is also using her platform to speak about issues that matter. Among them is the call for women to find their voice and support one another in a time when conversations on gender equality are more visible than ever.

Filipinas owning their voices

As a Filipina, Gabbi shared that one of the most encouraging changes she sees today is how women are becoming more vocal, especially online. Social media, which often comes with its own pressures, has also become a space where women can challenge harmful behavior and support each other.

"Nowadays, I love it that women are speaking up against bullies and against men who are objectifying women," she says. "Women are now more vocal, especially on social media, which is good because we need leaders like that."

She believes this visibility is important for the younger generation growing up online. With many young girls spending time on social platforms, seeing women speak up can send a powerful message.