Park Seo Joon lookalike wins Superbods 2024 – Manila Standard

Century Tuna Male Superbod Grand Winner Jether Palomo emerged as the most decorated candidate at the Century Tuna Superbods 2024 competition.

Palomo, a Filipino fitness influencer and Mister Tourism World Philippines, is renowned for his travel and wellness content. Century Tuna Female Superbod Grand Winner Justine Felizarta, the Miss Tourism World 2022 1st runner-up, also took top honors. Both winners received P500,000 tax-free each.

Patrick Patawaran and Jessica Marasigan were named runners-up in the competition, which celebrated the journeys of 36 finalists, focusing on their physical transformations, personal growth, and advocacies for self-love and self-improvement. 

The event, held at the Marriott Grand Ballroom in Pasay, featured performances by Century Tuna Superbod Kathryn Bernardo, the dance group GForce, and music from Filipino indie band Lola Amour.

The judging panel included Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach-Jauncey, actress Marian Rivera-Dantes, Aga Muhlach, Richard Gomez, PC&V Communications Inc. President Carol San Pedro, Century Pacific Food Inc. Vice President and General Manager for Branded Tuna Division Carlo Endaya, and Century Pacific Food Inc. Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Greg Banzon. 

The event was hosted by actor Robi Domingo and Miss Universe 2022 R’Bonney Gabriel.

During the competition, finalists showcased their physiques and stories through various challenges. The Top 16 finalists included Jether Palomo, Jeff Ong, Aaron Davis, Carlo Adorador, Patrick Patawaran, Naia Ching, Nikko Nackaerts, Michael Ver Comaling, Justine Felizarta, Jessica Marasigan, Imelda Schweighart, Morena Carlos, Inka Magnaye, Julia Sucgang-Bonoan, Brooke Barredo, and Keylyn Trajano.

Palomo’s performance, including his response during the question-and-answer portion, earned him praise and multiple special awards. 

“You can authentically show who you are as a person. Ultimately, I didn’t fall apart but fell into place. Now I want to be able to use that social platform to continue to inspire others on their fitness journey to become their best you ever,” he said.

Palomo won six special awards, making him the most decorated candidate of the night. He received the Slay the Runway Award, the Perfect Smile Award, the People’s Choice Award, the Flex Like a Superbod Award, the Best Yesterday Award, and the E-commerce Superstar Award.