It’s no secret that Filipinos are social beings and now, at a time when forging human connections have never been more important, YouTube returned for the second virtual edition of YouTube FanFest (YTFF) that provided not only entertainment from home but also a celebration of Filipino diversity.
Held over three days from August 27 to 29, YTFF 2021 saw how YouTube continues to be a place where diversity, equity, and inclusion reign. Here are some of the highlights of this year’s YTFF:
Not just one, but three days worth of entertainment
YouTube FanFest is usually a one-day show, but this year, fans were surprised with the three-day episode, namely Island Life, Everyone is Beautiful, and The Finale--each day centered around the wealth of diversity among YouTube creators.
A visit to the Queen City of the South
YouTube creators from Cebu joined FanFest for the first time, kickstarting this year’s show. Medyo Maldito and Snake Princess, Raphiel Shannon, and The Juans serenaded the audience. At the same time, Indai Allyn left viewers craving for mouthwatering dishes like Kinilaw na bariles (Tuna ceviche), Chicken inasal with palapa (Grilled chicken with traditional Maranao spices), and Biko (Sweet rice cake made with coconut milk and brown sugar). G-FORCE closed the episode with a showstopping performance of their original song, “Sumayaw.”
Beaming with Pride
YouTube has always been a space that welcomes everyone regardless of color, ethnicity, orientation, or background. This year’s show was definitely a display of the platform’s inclusivity as we saw more members of the Pride community joining the show including Mikey Bustos as the host, as well as lifestyle and beauty creators AboutRAF, Madam Ely, and Tita Krissy Achino, who took part in a Project Runway-esque challenge.
This year’s YouTube FanFest may have ended, but those who missed the show or just can’t get enough of the three-day fun can
head over to the YouTube FanFest channel to discover (or
rediscover) what makes YTFF a one-of-a-kind celebration. /PR