Mike Enriquez

For other people with similar names, see Miguel Enríquez.
In this Philippine name, the middle name or maternal family name is Castro and the surname or paternal family name is Enriquez.

Mike Enriquez
Enriquez in 2016
Born
Miguel Castro Enriquez

(1951-09-29)September 29, 1951
Santa Ana, Manila, Philippines
DiedAugust 29, 2023(2023-08-29) (aged 71)
Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Resting placeLoyola Memorial Park
Marikina, Philippines
EducationDe La Salle College
Occupations
  • Radio
  • television newscaster
Years active1969–2022
Spouse
Lizabeth Yumping
​
(m. 1977)​
[1]

Miguel "Mike" Castro Enriquez (September 29, 1951 – August 29, 2023) was a Filipino broadcast journalist and television presenter. He started his career as a radio broadcaster in 1969, and after signing with GMA Network in 1995, he became an anchor for Saksi, GMA Network News and 24 Oras. He was also the Consultant for radio operations of GMA Network, and president of the network's regional and radio subsidiary, RGMA Network Inc., and the Station Manager of Super Radyo DZBB 594 AM.[2]

Enriquez was regarded as one of the most influential journalists in the Philippines and a "pillar" of the Philippine broadcasting industry.[3][4][5]

Early life

Miguel Castro Enriquez, the first of three siblings, was born on September 29, 1951, in Santa Ana, Manila. He used the term "destructive to a certain extent" to describe his curiosity-filled, active childhood.[6] Enriquez initially wanted to become a priest, which was rejected by his parents.[7][8] Enriquez finished his elementary and high school education at La Salle Green Hills.[8] Instead, he was enrolled at De La Salle College (now De La Salle University), taking up AB Liberal Arts and BS Commerce.[9] Enriquez finished his degree in 1973 and taught broadcast management classes at the university.[10]

Career

Early career

Enriquez started his career in broadcasting as a staff announcer at the Manila Broadcasting Company (now MBC Media Group) in 1969.[11] Enriquez was visiting a friend in a radio station when, as a joke, his friend introduced him to the station manager as prospective applicant. The manager invited him to do a test reading, and was offered a job on the spot.[12][13]

Enriquez subsequently worked in various positions, as a broadcast reporter, a news editor, program director, and station manager, until he became manager of a medium-sized radio network. He also had stints in other radio networks such as Freedom Broadcasting Radio Network and Radio Mindanao Network (RMN), where he became vice president for the company. He was the man behind the huge success of DWKC 93.9, which stayed in the number 1 spot for so many years before he left in 1995.[citation needed] He was the voice behind the Mellow Touch 94.7 signature and introduction.[13] He also became a disc jockey known as "Baby Michael" and played a cameo role as a disc jockey in Andrew E.'s 1992 movie Mahirap Maging Pogi (It's Not Easy Being Handsome).[14]

With GMA Network

In 1994, after leaving RMN, Enriquez joined GMA Network to head its radio division and expand its radio networks, with only four originating stations at that time. In 1995, Enriquez was convinced by the network to be the anchor, in what would be his first on-cam appearance.[15][11] Months later, the network executives called for him to come back; he anchored a 15-minute newscast, in the early evening slot, together with Karen Davila. The late-afternoon news program, entitled Saksi: GMA Headline Balita premiered on October 2, 1995.

In September 1998, Enriquez landed his anchor duties into the late-night newscast GMA Network News with Vicky Morales. Since his first months on Network News, they decided to change the language to Taglish, and later changed to Filipino in November that year; in August 1999, he returned to Saksi this time with Morales as co-anchors.

In February 2000, Enriquez returned to radio via Super Radyo DZBB, with his new program based on his former newscast, Saksi sa Dobol B.

In August 2000, Enriquez hosted the public affairs program entitled Imbestigador; earning him the monicker "Imbestigador ng Bayan".[16]

On March 12, 2004, Enriquez left Saksi to become an anchor of GMA's then newly-inaugurated primetime newscast 24 Oras, reuniting with former Frontpage anchor Mel Tiangco.

Throughout his career as a news anchor, he covered numerous events ranging from the EDSA II, the 9/11 attacks, the eve of the US Invasion of Iraq, the Funeral of Pope John Paul II, the aftermath of Typhoon Ondoy, the siege of Marawi, and the aftermath of Supertyphoon Haiyan in Tacloban.[16]

Enriquez was named as one of the most child-friendly personalities by the Southeast Asian Foundation for Children and thrice consecutively by the Anak TV Seal awards.[17]

Enriquez was also known for his trademark line "Hindi namin kayo tatantanan" (lit. transl. We will not stop coming after you) which he usually uttered at the end of stories involving crime and corruption.[18] His habit of saying "Excuse me po!" (po being a term of politeness) after coughing or sneezing on-air was also one of his trademark lines.[7][19]

Enriquez was fondly called by his fellow GMA employees by his nickname as “Booma” (named after an elephant character featured in the 1961 issue of Pinoy Komiks created by Mars Ravelo) due to his booming voice in the industry as his nickname was used in radio communications.

Personal life

Enriquez was a member of the board of trustees of La Salle Green Hills and acted as the treasurer and chairman of its finance committee.[10]

Enriquez was married to Lizabeth "Baby" Yumping, and had no children.[20]

Illness and death

Graves of Mike Enriquez (then-unmarked) and his in-laws (Loyola Memorial Park, Marikina)

On August 22, 2018, Enriquez revealed he went on medical leave due to ailments such as kidney and heart disease and diabetes, following his absence in 24 Oras and Super Radyo DZBB. He underwent a heart bypass surgery and later returned to broadcasting on November 26.[21][12]

In December 2021, Enriquez took another medical leave of absence,[22] during which he underwent a kidney transplant.[12] He returned to his programs on March 28, 2022, in time for GMA's coverage of the 2022 Philippine presidential election.[23] Although, he took another medical leave three months after the elections.[12]

Enriquez died at 3:04 pm (UTC+8)[24] in St. Luke's Medical Center – Quezon City on August 29, 2023. He was 71 years old.[25][26] According to his widow, he suffered a cardiac arrest while undergoing a routine dialysis.[27] His wake was held at Christ the King Parish Greenmeadows in Quezon City.[28] Enriquez was buried on September 3 at the Loyola Memorial Park in Marikina.[26]

Television programs

Mike Enriquez's television credits
Year Title Network
1995–98, 1999–2004 Saksi GMA Network
1998–99 GMA Network News
1999–2000 I-Witness
2000–22 Imbestigador[29]
2004–22 24 Oras[29]
2005–08 Review Philippines GMA Pinoy TV / Q
2007 Philippine Agenda GMA Network
2011–12, 2017–22 Dobol B sa News TV / Dobol B TV GMA News TV / GTV

Filmography

Mike Enriquez's film credits
Year Title Role Film studio
1992 Mahirap Maging Pogi Drunkard DJ Viva Films
1996 'Wag na 'Wag Kang Lalayo Himself (Anchor of Saksi) OctoArts Films

Awards

Year Award Giving Body Category Nominated Work Results
1999 Asian Television Awards Best Newscaster Award — Won[15][11]
Golden Dove Awards Best Male Newscaster — Won[15]
Ka Doroy Valencia Broadcaster of the Year Award — Won[15]
2000 Asian Television Awards Best News Presenter — Won
Golden Dove Awards Best Newscaster For Television — Won
Best Public Affairs Host for Radio — Won
PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Male Newscaster — Won[30]
2001 PMPC Star Awards for TV Best Public Service Program Host Imbestigador Won
2002 Catholic Mass Media Awards Best News Commentary Saksi sa Dobol B Won
Golden Dove Awards Best TV Newscaster Metro Manila — Won
Best Public Affairs Program Host — Won
2003 National Consumers Award Best Newscaster Award — Won
New York Festivals Gold Medal Saksi Won[15][11]
2004 National Consumers Award Outstanding Television Host — Won
US Film and Video Festival Silver Camera Award (for a documentary focusing on Iraq War) Won[15][11]
Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption Outstanding Television Host — Won
2013 School Press Advisers Movement Inc Award of Excellence in the Field of Broadcasting — Won[11]
2014 BizNews Asia Broadcast Excellence Award — Won
2018 COMGUILD Media Awards for Radio and Television Best AM Radio Anchor — Won[11]
2019 Animo Media Choice Awards Best Male News Anchor on AM radio and Best Male News Anchor on Television — Won[11]
2022 Gawad Lasallianeta Awards Most Outstanding Male News Anchor — Won[12]
2023 Annual Reader's Digest Trusted Brands Awards Most Trusted Radio Presenter — Won[12]

References

  1. ^ "Mike Enriquez's wife Baby shares his last wish: 'Huwag akong iiyak'". GMA Integrated News. September 3, 2023. Retrieved September 3, 2023.
  2. ^ Camposano, Jerni May H. "Mike Enriquez: Radio is my passion". Philstar.com. Retrieved July 18, 2023.
  3. ^ Mangaluz, Jean (August 30, 2023). "Bongbong Marcos pays tribute to Mike Enriquez: 'A pillar in our broadcasting industry'". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved August 30, 2023.
  4. ^ Diaz, One Carlo (August 29, 2023). "Filipino broadcaster Mike Enriquez dies aged 71". The National. Retrieved August 30, 2023.
  5. ^ Lalu, Gabriel Pabico (August 30, 2023). "Romualdez, other lawmakers mourn passing of Mike Enriquez". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved August 30, 2023.
  6. ^ Palermo, Juliana (February 25, 2007). "Turning the tables on Mike Enriquez". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on December 11, 2023. Retrieved December 11, 2023.
  7. ^ a b "Excuse me po, it's Mike Enriquez". The Philippine Star. May 13, 2012.
  8. ^ a b Bolledo, Jairo (August 31, 2023). "Off cam, Mike Enriquez was wise mentor who taught lessons beyond journalism". Rappler. Retrieved September 2, 2023.
  9. ^ "Enriquez, Miguel "Mike" C. | De La Salle Alumni Association". Dlsaa.com. September 30, 2015. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
  10. ^ a b "Mike Enriquez passes away at 71". Manila Bulletin. August 29, 2023. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
  11. ^ a b c d e f g h "Mike Enriquez passes away at 71". GMA Integrated News. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
  12. ^ a b c d e f "Veteran broadcast journalist Mike Enriquez dies". Rappler. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
  13. ^ a b "The Accidental Broadcaster". Archived from the original on October 8, 2007. Retrieved May 25, 2017.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: bot: original URL status unknown (link)
  14. ^ "Throwback to That Time Mike Enriquez Rapped for Andrew E." Esquire Philippines. Retrieved September 26, 2023.
  15. ^ a b c d e f "Mike Enriquez: Radio is my passion". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on October 11, 2018. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
  16. ^ a b "Mike Enriquez passes away at 71 - 24 Oras". GMA Integrated News. Retrieved August 29, 2023 – via YouTube.
  17. ^ "Anak TV Seal Award 2008 winners announced". PEP.ph. Retrieved May 25, 2017.
  18. ^ "Veteran broadcaster Mike Enriquez dies at 71". PEP.ph. August 29, 2023.
  19. ^ Wang, Nickie (August 30, 2023). "Broadcasting giant Mike Enriquez, 71". Manila Standard. Retrieved August 30, 2023.
  20. ^ Santos, Jamin (February 14, 2018). "Secrets to a long and happy marriage, how he won the heart of his wife, and more love tips from '24 Oras' anchor Mike Enriquez". GMA News Online. Retrieved November 11, 2022.
  21. ^ Mike Enriquez explains absence from 24 Oras, Super Radyo dzBB
  22. ^ Anarcon, James Patrick (December 13, 2021). "Mike Enriquez takes medical leave from 24 Oras, GMA News duties". Retrieved December 13, 2021.
  23. ^ "Mike Enriquez returns to work after undergoing kidney transplant". GMA News Online. GMA News. March 25, 2022. Retrieved March 25, 2022.
  24. ^ "Joel Reyes Zobel narrates last moments with the late Mike Enriquez". PEP.ph. Retrieved September 5, 2023.
  25. ^ Sarao, Zacarian (August 29, 2023). "Veteran broadcaster Mike Enriquez dies at 71". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Archived from the original on August 29, 2023. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
  26. ^ a b Gabinete, Jojo (August 31, 2023). "Bakit 'Booma' ang tawag kay Mike Enriquez ng mga taga-newsroom?" [Why do newsroom people call Mike Enriquez 'Booma'?]. Philippine Entertainment Portal (in Tagalog). Archived from the original on August 31, 2023. Retrieved September 1, 2023.
  27. ^ Garcia, Nick (September 4, 2023). "Mike Enriquez's wife Baby recalls his final moments; remembers him as a sweet, generous husband". The Philippine Star. Archived from the original on September 17, 2023. Retrieved September 17, 2023.
  28. ^ Valderrama, Evangeline (September 1, 2023). "Mike Enriquez's wake open to public viewing on Sept. 2". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved September 5, 2023.
  29. ^ a b "Mel Tiangco, Vicky Morales emotional as they report death of Mike Enriquez". GMA Integrated News. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
  30. ^ "Happy, triumphant faces at the 14th PMPC Star Awards for TV". The Philippine Star. October 9, 2000. Retrieved July 19, 2016.

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