From center stage to a whole new spotlight — you won’t believe what happened to Mitoy Yonting after his iconic victory!

Manila, Philippines — In 2013, a booming voice and a rocker’s soul shook the entire nation when Mitoy Yonting was crowned the very first grand champion of The Voice Philippines. With his unforgettable rendition of Help! by The Beatles and his powerful stage presence under coach Lea Salonga, Mitoy became a household name overnight.

But after the standing ovations, after the confetti settled — where did Mitoy go?
What has he been doing all these years?
And what kind of life does he live now?

The Voice That Won the Nation — Where Is He Now?

More than a decade later, fans are stunned to find out that Mitoy Yonting is still performing, but far from the glitzy TV stage. These days, he’s rocking the nightlife scene, doing what he loves most: singing for live crowds in bars, private events, and exclusive resorts across the Philippines.

He may not be trending daily, but in his own words:

“I never stopped singing. Fame is temporary — passion isn’t.”

From TV Fame to Humble Stages — But Still With the Same Fire

After his win, Mitoy released singles, joined tours, appeared on TV shows, and became a crowd favorite on It’s Showtime and ASAP. But instead of chasing mainstream fame, he chose a quieter, more fulfilling path — performing regularly with his band, The Draybers, and staying grounded.

“I’d rather have a small crowd that sings with me than a big one that forgets me next week,” Mitoy once said.

His live shows continue to draw loyal fans who remember his raw talent and larger-than-life personality.

A Humble Star with a Big Voice — and a Bigger Heart

Despite winning millions of hearts and gaining fame, Mitoy remains humble, approachable, and proudly Filipino. He continues to mentor young singers, supports charity events, and shares his story with aspiring artists:

“You don’t need to be viral to be valuable. If you love your craft, you’ll always find a stage.”

Fans React: “He’s still a legend in our hearts!”

As photos and videos of Mitoy’s recent performances circulate online, fans are emotional and nostalgic:

“I remember watching him cry with Coach Lea… That was the golden era of The Voice.”
“He may be out of the spotlight, but his voice never left our memories.”

Hashtags like #MitoyYonting, #TheVoicePHLegend, and #WhereIsMitoyNow have started trending in local fan communities.

Final Word: Fame May Fade, But Talent Lives On

Mitoy Yonting may no longer be in the primetime spotlight — but he remains a shining example of what true artistry means: longevity, humility, and love for music beyond the cameras.

He didn’t disappear — he just chose a stage where the applause is real, and the music never stops.

Mitoy Yonting of Team Lea wins The Voice PH

The Voice of the Philippines winner Mitoy Yonting won P2 million and a recording contract, among other prizes.
Mitoy Yonting is the first ever “Voice of the Philippines.”

The 42-year-old band vocalist receives P2 million, a new car, an Asian tour package for two, and a four-year recording contract with MCA Universal.

During the September 29 grand finals of The Voice PH, Mitoy quipped in one of his prerecorded videos: “Hindi po ito The Face, The Voice po ito.”

His coach, Lea Salonga, thanked Mitoy for choosing her to be his mentor. “Maraming salamat sa pagpili, for letting me into your heart. Sana you had a good time. Sana in the rest of your journey, you will allow me to look over your shoulder, parang guardian angel.

“Thank you for allowing me to coach someone as gifted, as talented and as amazing as you.”

Mitoy and Klarisse de Guzman emerged as the top two contenders with the highest percentage of text and online votes plus the iTunes and truetone downloads.

Their votes were reset to zero and they were tasked to perform again. Fans were only given a limited time to vote again between Mitoy and Klarisse.

Mitoy gave a heartfelt rendition of The Beatles’ “Help” while Klarisse performed “Magsimula Ka.”

By the end of the show, it was revealed that Mitoy was able to get 57.65 percent of the votes while Klarisse (of Team Sarah Geronimo) got 42.35 percent of the votes.

When he was announced as the winner of The Voice of the Philippines, Mitoy threw his right hand in the air, blew kisses to the crowd and he knelt down onstage.

Mitoy Yonting knelt onstage while his mentor, Lea Salonga, was very emotional

He became emotional as he accepted his plaque as the winner of The Voice PH.

Earlier during the grand finals, Shane Filan of Westlife fame performed an intermission number for the crowd gathered at the Resorts World Manila. He sang “Fool Again” with Klarisse and Janice Javier (of Team Apl de Ap). The former boy band member also sang “Uptown Girl” with Mitoy and Myk Perez (of Team Bamboo).

When he was asked for his personal choice among the Top 4 contenders, Shane revealed that he liked Klarisse because of her “beautiful tone.”

The four coaches—Apl de Ap, Lea Salonga, Bamboo, and Sarah Geronimo—also had their time to shine when they performed Michael Jackson’s “Man in the Mirror.”

Among those who attended the September 29 grand finals were couples John Lloyd Cruz and Angelica Panganiban as well as Iza Calzado and Ben Wintle. Other celebrities present at the event were Ruffa Gutierrez and mom Annabelle Rama, Gary Valenciano and Angeline Quinto.

Journey vocalist Arnel Pineda and Jed Madela wowed the crowd when they performed the opening number with the Top 24 of The Voice of the Philippines.

When the September 29 episode ended, it was announced that the public should watch for the upcoming auditions for The Voice Season 2.PERFORMANCE NIGHT. The performance night of The Voice of the Philippines last Saturday, September 28, put the spotlight on its four grand finalists: Mitoy Yonting (Team Lea), Myk Perez (Team Bamboo), Klarisse de Guzman (Team Sarah), and Janice Javier (Team Apl).

The four contenders showcased their vocal prowess in a jampacked Resorts World crowd last Saturday night wherein each performer belted out powerful solos with their own unique interpretation of the songs, much to the delight of the judges and the fans.

Janice Javier, known for her very powerful vocals, took on Whitney Houston’s “The Greatest Love of All.” She awed the crowd with her own rendition, and most importantly it got Coach Apl’s seal of approval.

“I just want to say, that was the greatest performance of all time from you!” said the Black Eyed Peas member. “Ipinakita mo na it’s not about what you look like, it’s not about where you came from, it’s about what’s in your heart, your talent, and your voice.