MANILA, Philippines – Family, relatives and friends of Jovit Baldivino were ecstatic after the 16-year-old singer was declared the first grand winner of ABS-CBN’s talent-reality show “Pilipinas Got Talent” (PGT).

During the show’s finale at the Araneta Coliseum Sunday night, Baldivino’s fellow Batangueños were glued to their television sets.

His relatives and neighbors in Barangay Marilag in Rosario, Batangas were elated that he won. His brother, Joven, said he is happy because Baldivino’s victory will help their family.

Prior to joining PGT, Baldivino, a 4th year high school student, would sell siomai after class to finance his education and help his parents and 4 siblings.

His father is selling bread for a living, while his mother was once diagnosed with tuberculosis.

The grand winner’s relatives also wished that he would not change despite his newfound fame. His fellow Batanguenos, meantime, said they were inspired by his success story.

Aside from singing, Baldivino disclosed that he also wants to act. He said he picks KC Concepcion as his leading lady.

A music album and commercial endorsements are some of the projects lined up for the young singer.