Fashion
The Best Dressed Men at the GMA Gala 2025
Menswear was given a fresh touch at the Kapuso network's 75th anniversary.
by Em Enriquez
Published on Aug 3, 2025
Stars collided at the GMA Gala 2025. A commemoration of the Kapuso network's 75th anniversary, the evening was brimming with sartorial breakthroughs from its extensive list of guests. While past editions of the event centralized outfits on a theme, this year's Gala was up to anyone's interpretation of formal attire.
When it came to the gents, there was a distinct fusion of classic tailoring and contemporary design codes. Boxy suit jackets, floor-grazing trousers, and the black velvet bowtie were recurring characters on the blue carpet, setting a precedent for a night that forewent strict menswear regulations. Guests were free to don any color that resonated with their style DNA, resulting in a parade of looks that celebrated the complexity of the modern gentleman.
Ahead, Preview runs down 10 of the best dressed men that attended the GMA Gala 2025.
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The Best Dressed Men at the GMA Gala 2025
Brent Manalo in Gucci and Tiffany & Co., styled by Ryuji Shiomitsu
Fresh off his Pinoy Big Brother victory, Brent Manalo made his second appearance at the GMA Gala in head-to-toe Gucci. The Big Winner was dressed in an all-ivory suit pulled straight from the maison's most recent presentations. Imparting heaps of glamour to the suit was an artfully-crafted brooch from Tiffany & Co.'s collaborations with designer Jean Schlumberger. Fun fact: The same jewelry was once donned by Asian style stars and friends of the house Jimin of BTS and Win Metawin!
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PHOTO: Belg Belgica via Instagram/brentymanalo.
David Licauco in Anthony Ramirez, styled by David Milan
Living up to his title as the "Pambansang Ginoo," David Licauco graced this year's Gala in a mauve-toned ensemble by Anthony Ramirez. The three-piece suit consisted of an opera-style blazer, wide-legged trousers, and a cummerband around his waist. Aside from his swoon-worthy smirk, David also finished off the look with a black bow tie and glossed-up brogues.
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PHOTO: Dookie Ducay via Instagram/davidlicauco.
Mavy Legaspi in Neric Beltran, styled by John Lozano
Mavy Legaspi gave the black-on-black suit a youthful twist by way of exaggerated drop shoulders, flared trousers, and a soft velvet finish. The Neric Beltran creation balanced sophistication and whimsy, capped off with a familiar black bowtie.
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PHOTO: Mark Nicdao via Instagram/mavylegaspi.
Michael Sager in Joey Samson, styled by David Milan
Michael Sager interpreted formalwear with a fiery edge, rocking a maroon-hued suit by the garment surgeon himself, Joey Samson. In a quick chat with Preview before the blue carpet, the rookie actor shared that he wanted to deviate from his usual black-and-white route. Notably, this was his first time to wear a colored outfit for the annual Gala. In his words, his look maintained its elegance while still being "cool, calm, and chill."
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PHOTO: Karl King Aguna via Instagram/michaelsager_.
Watch Michael get ready with Preview for the GMA Gala 2025 here.
Hayden Kho
Star couple Dr. Vicki Belo and Hayden Kho Jr. had a stylish date night at this year's soiree. Complementing his wife's whites, Doc Hayden wore a black suit with an extroverted silk scarf that was tied over the lapel of his jacket. It was a subtle but effective styling choice that made for a memorable blue carpet walk!
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PHOTO: GMA Entertainment.
Mond Gutierrez in Thom Browne
Perpetually best dressed, Mond Gutierrez forewent traditional fashion norms and opted for an all-Thom Browne look. He passed on the pants and opted for a pleated knee-length skirt, and had an adorable wiener dog-shaped Hector bag as his plus one. It's a liberated take on academia, and we're all for it.
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PHOTO: Instagram/mond.
Enchong Dee in Aandrei David, styled by Ivor Jullian
Never one to shy away from experimental fashion choices, Enchong Dee returned to this year's Gala in a reconstructed suit by Aandrei David. What appeared to be a clean-cut black blazer was actually connected in panels, which gave things dimension and visual interest. Instead of reaching for the usual bow tie, he tied a skinnier version to wrap up the look.
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PHOTO: Courtesy of Enchong Dee.
Ruru Madrid in Neric Beltran, styled by David Milan
Quiet yet commanding, Ruru Madrid's OOTD was befitting of a modern-day leading man. Rather than a monochromatic black motif, he went for a champagne-toned satin jacket that enclosed itself with a fringe-trim belt. The actor kept the rest of the look simple and clean, save for the eye-catching bejeweled brooch pinned on his lapel.
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PHOTO: Dennis Sulit via Instagram/rurumadrid8.
Sam Concepcion in Maison Soriano, Ericson Manansala, and Dolce & Gabbana, styled by Team Rain Dagala x Em Millan
Fashion forces converged for Sam Concepcion's distinct take on the suit. The Beauty Empire actor wore a Mandarin-collar Maison Soriano jacket, which was detailed with gold, anatomically-designed pieces by Ericson Manansala. Teamed with a pair of balloon trousers from Dolce & Gabbana, Sam made quite the compelling statement on the blue carpet.
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PHOTO: Courtesy of Rain Dagala.
Will Ashley in Sacasas, styled by Myrrh Lao To
The GMA Gala 2025 was a memorable evening for the nationally-adored Will Ashley, who was a striking sight in Sacasas. Details such as a curved lapel, exposed stitching, and unusually positioned collars imparted a unique touch to the outfit, which easily earned the reality show favorite a slot in our best dressed roster.
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PHOTO: Dookie Ducay via Instagram/willashley17.
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