Jay Sonza
Jay Sonza (born Jose Yumang Sonza on September 20, 1955 in Macabebe, Pampanga, Philippines) is a former newscaster and talk show host. He was the former station manager of the terrestrial television station UNTV 37 from 2004 to 2009.[1]
Jay Sonza | |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | Jose Yumang Sonza September 20, 1955 Macabebe, Pampanga, Philippines |
| Nationality | Filipino |
| Political party | KBL Aksyon (until 2016) Hugpong ng Pagbabago PDP–Laban NUP Lakas–CMD |
| Spouse(s) | Ma. Thelma Hernandez |
| Children | 5 |
| Residence(s) | Davao City |
| Alma mater | University of Mindanao University of the Philippines System |
| Occupation | Journalist |
| Profession | Newscaster |
Programs
- Get it Straight (2008–2010) (UNTV)
- Ito Ang Balita (2007–2010) (UNTV)
- Pilipinas, Gising Ka Na Ba? (2005–2007) (UNTV)
- Balitang Balita (2000-2001) (ABC)
- Saksi (1998–1999) (GMA Network)
- Partners Mel and Jay (1996–2004) (GMA Network)
- Tapatan with Jay Sonza Radio Edition (1995–2010) (DZBB Bisig Bayan 594/DZRH 666 kHz/DZXL RMN 558 kHz/DZIQ Radyo Inquirer 990 AM)
- Tapatan with Jay Sonza (1995–1998; 2000–2001; 2004–2005) (GMA Network/RPN/UNTV)
- Pulis, Pulis Kung Umaksiyon, Mabilis (1993–1995) (DZMM 630: Ang Himpilan ng Malayang Mamamayan)
- Mel & Jay sa DZMM (1988–1996) (DZMM 630: Ang Himpilan ng Malayang Mamamayan)
- Mel & Jay (1989–1996) (ABS-CBN)
- Dear Deejay Jay (1981–1985) (DZMB 90.7)
Political career
In 2004, Jay filed his candidacy for Philippine Senator under the Aksyon Demokratiko political party of Education secretary Raul Roco. He lost in the said elections but became the head of UNTV 37 the year after his electoral loss.
In 2007, he was one of the nominees of BATAS party-list. In 2010, he filed his candidacy for the Vice President position for the 2010 elections. He run under the Kilusang Bagong Lipunan but lost to Makati Mayor Jejomar Binay of PDP–Laban and later, the United Nationalist Alliance.[2]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award Giving Body | Category | Nominated Work | Results |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | PMPC Star Awards for Television | Best Celebrity Talk Show Hosts(shared with Mel Tiangco) | Partners Mel and Jay | Won |
See also
References
- "AnakTV bares temporary changes in leadership". The Philippine Daily Inquirer. 2009-09-19. Archived from the original on 2009-09-27. Retrieved 2010-12-06.
- Dedace, Sophia (March 16, 2010). "Ex-broadcasters' lament: Why 'unfair' coverage of Bangon Pilipinas?". GMANews.TV. Retrieved February 23, 2022.