Asia’s Superstar Kathryn Bernardo Cements Legacy with Madame Tussauds Wax Figure Unveiling

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Asia’s Superstar and Filipina actress Kathryn Bernardo officially unveiled her Madame Tussauds wax figure, dubbed "Kath-Win," on July 9 at the Glorietta Activity Center in Makati City, cementing her place among the world’s most celebrated personalities.




The unveiling followed earlier announcements that the figure would debut in Manila before moving to its permanent home at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong.

Model and events host Janeena Chan, hosted the event who introduced Wade Chang, General Manager of Gateway Hong Kong, Merlin Entertainments.

Chang shared that Kathryn’s induction had been in the works for more than a year, recognizing her remarkable influence as a global Filipino icon in the entertainment industry.

A Year in the Making

An emotional Kathryn Bernardo reflected on the meticulous year-long process behind the creation of her wax figure.

The Madame Tussauds Hong Kong team carefully took hundreds of measurements, including her facial geometry and physical features, to ensure every detail accurately captured her likeness.

A Milestone Shared with Fans and Family



Bernardo dedicated the recognition to her loyal fans, her family led by her mother, Min Bernardo, and ABS-CBN executives who attended the unveiling, including President and CEO Carlo Katigbak, Chief Operating Officer Cory Vidanes, Star Magic head Laurenti Dyogi, and acclaimed filmmaker Olivia Lamasan.

"This is for you guys! For the fans, it's a win for all of us. I'm also glad they didn't change anything—it's exactly like Kath," Bernardo said.

Reflecting on the milestone, she added, "Every milestone has a story. I want people and my fans to know that they're all part of this. They believed in me, and I'm grateful that I get to do what I love, which is acting. Thank you for that." 

Hong Kong Holds a Special Place


Bernardo also reminisced about her cherished memories in Hong Kong, where she filmed the 2019 blockbuster Hello, Love, Goodbye.



"Joy will be there in Hong Kong very, very soon. Hong Kong will always have a special place in my heart," she said, referring to her iconic character in the film.

Joining an Elite Group of Filipinos

With the unveiling, Bernardo joins an elite cast of Filipinos immortalized by Madame Tussauds, including Manny Pacquiao, Pia Wurtzbach, Catriona Gray, Lea Salonga, and Anne Curtis.

Her wax figure will soon be displayed at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, becoming another symbol of Filipino excellence on the global stage.





Written by: Renz Delim

Images from: Christian Gerona

Image credit: ABS-CBN Film Productions Inc. (Star Cinema)

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