In Photos: Man at His Best 2024 Highlights at Hilton Manila

Who said you can't party on a Monday night? Esquire Philippines started a busy work week with free-flowing drinks, lively music, and a celebration of achievements and shared pride. It was the annual Man at His Best, held last November 18 at Hilton Manila, Newport World Resorts in Pasay City.

Esquire Philippines' Man at His Best is the local iteration of a global signature event where we celebrate extraordinary Filipino men and women reshaping society as we know it. For its 2024 edition, we honored nine mavericks and legends in film, music, business, politics, and entertainment alongside almost 200 friends and guests.

Esquire Philippines' Man at His Best 2024 Honorees (from L to R): Hev Abi, Benjamin Magalong, Kevin Tan, Amado Forés, Marian Rivera, Angeli Valenciano (representing Gary V), Carlos Yulo, Jose Javier Reyes

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In Photos: Esquire Philippines' Man at His Best 2024

The night started with messages from our partners, including Nissan President Yasuhisa Masuda. The moment also highlighted one of Esquire Philippines' latest feature formats launched this year: Esquire Garage, where we champion new cars, collectors, and industry leaders in the automotive industry. The November issue, "A Weekend With Nissan Z," is co-presented by Nissan.

Man at His Best 2024 Nissan President — Troy Ang

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Esquire Philippines' Editor-in-Chief Paul John Caña followed with his welcome remarks, emphasizing how our nine honorees exemplify what it means to be a Man at His Best.

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And finally, the awarding ceremony was led by Esquire Philippines' EIC alongside the brand's Publisher, Martyn Tambis. All honorees were present except for SB19. Gary Valenciano was represented by his wife, Angeli.

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Esquire Philippines' Man at His Best 2024 Honorees

Benjamin Magalong, Maverick of the Year

Benjamin Magalong with trophy — Troy Ang

Benjamin Magalong gives speech — Troy Ang

Gary Valenciano, Icon of the Year (received by his wife, Angeli)

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Amado Forés, Restaurateur of the Year

Kevin Tan, Businessman of the Year

Jose Javier Reyes, Creative of the Year

Hev Abi, Music Artist of the Year

Carlos Yulo, Athlete of the Year

Marian Rivera, Actress of the Year

To end the night, Summit Media COO Howard Go gave his closing remarks and led a toast with the rest of the Esquire Philippines team.

Man at His Best 2024 Howard Go Speech — Troy Ang

Man at His Best 2024 Howard Go — Troy Ang

Summit Media COO Howard Go leads the Man at His Best 2024 toast with: (from L to R) Paul John Caña, Angeli Valenciano, Joey Reyes, Bryle Suralta, Hev Abi, Kevin Tan, Amado Fores, Carlos Yulo, Igi Talao, Martyn Tambis, Benjamin Magalong, Christa De La Cruz, Rhia Grana, and James Bendijo.

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Nursing a bottle from Engkanto Brewery while checking out 'The Esquire Closet' styled by Wilcon Depot

DJ Jimmy Nocon

'Esquire Golden Hour' by Nightcap Manila

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Kevin Tan congratulates fellow MAHB 2024 honoree Carlos Yulo

Margarita Forés with MAHB 2024 honorees Benjamin Magalong and Amado Forés

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Gymnastics Association of the Philippines president Cynthia Carrion

Photographer Joseph Pascual and MAHB 2024 honoree Benjamin Magalong

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Esquire Philippines' EIC Paul John Caña, Art Fair Philippines Co-founder Trickie Lopa, Esquire Philippines' Publisher Martyn Tambis, and Summit Media President Lisa Gokongwei-Cheng

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Learn and Train Sports Academy co-owner Linzi Arellano-Co with husband, Chloe San Jose and Carlos Yulo, LTSA co-owner Atty. Sid Tayag with husband, and Khai Liclican

Benjamin Magalong and family

Nissan Patrol and Nissan Z in front of Hilton Manila

'The Esquire Closet' styled by Wilcon Depot

Esquire Garage: 'A Weekend With Nissan Z' is co-presented by Nissan.

'The Bedroom' by Premiere Condoms

Hilton Manila's Ballroom on the third floor

Test driving with Nissan

Esquire Philippines' Man At His Best 2024 is co-presented by Nissan, in partnership with Premiere Condoms, and with special thanks to Wilcon Depot, Moet & Chandon, and Engkanto Brewery. The official venue partner is Hilton Manila at Newport World Resorts.

Visit Esquire Philippines' website to learn more about the Man at His Best 2024 honorees. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, andYouTube, and through the hashtags #EsquireManAtHisBest #EsquireMAHB2024.

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Esquire Philippines' Man at His Best 2024 Honorees

Benjamin Magalong, Maverick of the Year

Gary Valenciano, Icon of the Year (received by his wife, Angeli)

Amado Forés, Restaurateur of the Year

Kevin Tan, Businessman of the Year

Jose Javier Reyes, Creative of the Year

Hev Abi, Music Artist of the Year

Carlos Yulo, Athlete of the Year

Marian Rivera, Actress of the Year

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