MANILA, Philippines—Rodfil, one half of the comedic duo Moymoy Palaboy, and 54-year-old Fe Garcia, a vegetable vendor, recently auditioned at Asia’s Got Talent and got a standing ovation from three of its four judges.
During the second episode of the talent show, Rodfil and Garcia performed Bonnie Tyler’s hit song “Total Eclipse of the Heart” which got Anggun, Melanie C. and Vanness Wu on their feet.
David Foster told the pair that they were very entertaining and that Rodfil was “very funny” during the performance. He also praised Garcia’s “very great” voice.
However, Foster stumped the vegetable vendor when he asked if she was willing to drop Rodfil in order to advance to the next round.
“But he’s my partner,” Garcia told Foster.
The hit music producer gave them a “no,” saying that he would like to see Garcia advancing alone.
“Love the loyalty, it’s a beautiful thing, but I’d rather see you go through alone so it’s a ‘no’ for me,” Foster said.
All the other judges gave them a “yes” vote.
The duo has been collaborating in various videos since 2013.
Aside from the pair, other Filipinos also advanced to the talent show’s next round: 10-year-old Gwyneth Dorado and hip-hop dance group Junior New System.
Asia’s Got Talent is hosted by Marc Nelson and Rovilson Fernandez. AJH
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