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Aliw Awards, founded by renowned Philippine journalist Alice H. Reyes, are meant to give due recognition to Filipino live entertainers. The awards range from comedians, live acts, musicians, and entertainers. Founded in 1976 in Manila, it has been the pioneer of giving trophies that signify achievements. The first Entertainer of the Year award went to Pilita Corrales. The 2007 Aliw Awards went to Regine Velasquez, who received the 2008 Aliw Awards Entertainer of the Year award for her boyfriend Ogie Alcasid. Aliw is from the a root word meaning "to entertain". Several great Filipino entertainers have been awarded this coveted award for their craft and soul.^[1]

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