Daniel S. Razón
Encyclopedia
Daniel S. Razón is a television and radio host in the Philippines
. He is also the vice-presiding minister of the Members Church of God International
.
From 1997 to 2003, Daniel moved to another TV station, ABS-CBN
and became the host/newscaster of numerous TV shows such as Hoy, Gising (Hey! Wake Up!),Pulso, Aksyon, and Balita. Soon, he was seen worldwide via ANC (ABS-CBN’s sister station) as newscaster/anchorman for Dateline News (1998 to 2000) and as program host of Kumusta Ka, Bayan on The Filipino Channel (TFC). During those years he was also an anchor for the TV show Gising Pilipinas
(1997–2003) and Usapang de Campanilla (2000 to 2003) over dzMM.
In 2003 Daniel moved to rival network GMA-7 where he became one of the hosts of Unang Hirit
and anchor of Unang Balita, the show’s news segment. He also co-anchored the primetime GMA news SAKSI
/Frontpage. He left GMA in 2005.
On June 16, 2005, it was reported in the Manila Bulletin
that Razon was forced to resign from GMA for the network "to maintain its neutrality in the midst of the on-going bitter conflict
between the Iglesia ni Cristo
(Church of Christ; INC) and the Members Church of God International
(ADD
). At that time, Razon was the Vice Presiding Minister of MCGI, and that the network had been receiving text messages from both Iglesia ni Cristo and Ang Dating Daan members, each accusing the other of wrongdoing. GMA "felt being placed in the middle of such conflict will not serve its best interest and decided to let go of Razon." The source of INC's complaint stemmed from a Razon's pronouncement in MCGI's doctrinal activity in which "You can see demons in Net 25 (a network owned by INC members)." Razon was quoted in the MCGI website that "I’d rather lose everything than to lose God" in reaction to the conflict he was facing regarding his job in "Unang Hirit" and in ADD.
.
On January 15, 2008, Razon's morning TV show "Good Morning Kuya" was cited by DOTC
then secretary Leandro Mendoza
for establishing a public service program "Alay Kay Nanay at Tatay Project" for senior citizens riding the MRT3
. Over 5,000 senior citizens were served by the program and provided free travel aboard the MRT3.
In February 2009, Razon and Soriano together with the Kamanggagawa Foundation Inc. launched the Isang Araw Lang (Just One Day) advocacy campaign. The advocacy aims to educate people to help the needy even in just a day will be a big help to society. The campaign aims to inspire talented people to commit their talents, skills and resources for the less fortunate even for just one day.
He is currently leading the construction of a free school for tertiary students (in Apalit & in Caloocan City). With this program, Daniel Razon makes sure that every scholars of this program will enjoy zero tuition fees and many other benefits including free food, lodging & transportation.
In 2011, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines
awarded Razon the title of "Doctor of Humanities - Honoris Causa" for his public services and charitable works.
is located for stating unsavory remarks against the Mayor of Apalit, who once aggrieved Soriano. The Municipal Council approved Resolution 28 series of 2008 declaring Razon as undesirable person in the town. The resolution further state that "Razon's pronouncement in the Good Morning Kuya
TV-charity program has misinformed and misled the public and is meant to malign the wisdom of its officials and put them in a bad light".
record status. His latest album "All My Life" was released on September 2008, which was awarded a gold record on the day of its release and earned him the People's Choice Favorite New Male Artist award in the 21st Awit Awards
on November 26, 2008.
Philippines
The Philippines , officially known as the Republic of the Philippines , is a country in Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. To its north across the Luzon Strait lies Taiwan. West across the South China Sea sits Vietnam...
. He is also the vice-presiding minister of the Members Church of God International
Members Church of God International
The Members Church of God International is an independent Christian organization with headquarters in the Philippines. The Church of God International is colloquially known through its flagship international television program, Ang Dating Daan...
.
Broadcast career
From 1987 until 1988, Daniel Razon started as a FM disc jockey at KWKY and DWST . Then he shifted to television first as newscaster on PTV4’s Pangunahing Balita and Balita Ala-Una, and host of the public-affairs programs Ang Pandayan ni Mang Pandoy and Dakila Ka Pinoy (1993 to 1997). He was also the executive producer and director of the public-affairs program of IBC-13, Ikaw ang Humatol (1994–1997).From 1997 to 2003, Daniel moved to another TV station, ABS-CBN
ABS-CBN
ABS–CBN Corporation is a Philippine-based media conglomerate. It is the Philippines' largest media and entertainment conglomerate. The corporation was the merger of Alto Broadcasting System which at that time owned by James Lindenberg and Antonio Quirino, and the Chronicle Broadcasting Network ...
and became the host/newscaster of numerous TV shows such as Hoy, Gising (Hey! Wake Up!),Pulso, Aksyon, and Balita. Soon, he was seen worldwide via ANC (ABS-CBN’s sister station) as newscaster/anchorman for Dateline News (1998 to 2000) and as program host of Kumusta Ka, Bayan on The Filipino Channel (TFC). During those years he was also an anchor for the TV show Gising Pilipinas
Gising Pilipinas
Gising Pilipinas is an hour-long morning radio newscast of DZMM. It is simulcast on DZMM TeleRadyo, The Filipino Channel, and ABS-CBN. It had stopped its simulcast on ANC in mid-2010...
(1997–2003) and Usapang de Campanilla (2000 to 2003) over dzMM.
In 2003 Daniel moved to rival network GMA-7 where he became one of the hosts of Unang Hirit
Unang Hirit
Unang Hirit is a Philippine morning news and talk show aired every Weekday mornings by GMA Network. Previously, it is aired weekdays at 5:15 to 8:30 AM but as of September 19, 2011, the show started airing from 5:00 AM to 8:15 AM...
and anchor of Unang Balita, the show’s news segment. He also co-anchored the primetime GMA news SAKSI
Saksi
Saksi is the late night news broadcast of GMA Network in the Philippines. It was formerly the early evening and flagship newscast of the network from 1995 to 2002. The newscast is currently anchored by Arnold Clavio and Vicky Morales. It is aired Mondays to Thursdays at 11:15-11:45 pm and Fridays...
/Frontpage. He left GMA in 2005.
On June 16, 2005, it was reported in the Manila Bulletin
Manila Bulletin
The Manila Bulletin , is the Philippines' largest broadsheet newspaper by circulation, followed by the Philippine Daily Inquirer. It bills itself as "The Nation's Leading Newspaper", which is its official slogan...
that Razon was forced to resign from GMA for the network "to maintain its neutrality in the midst of the on-going bitter conflict
Conflicts between Iglesia ni Cristo and Members Church of God International
Since 1980, the Iglesia ni Cristo have been at odds with the Members Church of God International . Through Bro. Eli Soriano's program, he discussed biblical issues and exposed doctrines of other religious groups which he believed to be wrong, including those of INC...
between the Iglesia ni Cristo
Iglesia ni Cristo
Iglesia ni Cristo also known as INC, is the largest entirely indigenous Christian religious organization that originated from the Philippines and the largest independent church in Asia. Due to a number of similarities, some Protestant writers describe the INC's doctrines as restorationist in...
(Church of Christ; INC) and the Members Church of God International
Members Church of God International
The Members Church of God International is an independent Christian organization with headquarters in the Philippines. The Church of God International is colloquially known through its flagship international television program, Ang Dating Daan...
(ADD
Ang Dating Daan
Ang Dating Daan is a religious radio and television program in the Philippines produced by the Members of the Church of God International. It is primarily hosted by Eli Soriano. In Portugal and Brazil, it airs as O Caminho Antigo which is a direct translation for The Old Path...
). At that time, Razon was the Vice Presiding Minister of MCGI, and that the network had been receiving text messages from both Iglesia ni Cristo and Ang Dating Daan members, each accusing the other of wrongdoing. GMA "felt being placed in the middle of such conflict will not serve its best interest and decided to let go of Razon." The source of INC's complaint stemmed from a Razon's pronouncement in MCGI's doctrinal activity in which "You can see demons in Net 25 (a network owned by INC members)." Razon was quoted in the MCGI website that "I’d rather lose everything than to lose God" in reaction to the conflict he was facing regarding his job in "Unang Hirit" and in ADD.
Charities
Daniel, through his morning talk show, Good Morning Kuya) started many public service projects such as free medical/dental check-ups and medicines for the indigent. Razon’s regular free medical missions are achieved through his Mobile Clinic Bus which can reach even far-flung towns in the PhilippinesPhilippines
The Philippines , officially known as the Republic of the Philippines , is a country in Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. To its north across the Luzon Strait lies Taiwan. West across the South China Sea sits Vietnam...
.
On January 15, 2008, Razon's morning TV show "Good Morning Kuya" was cited by DOTC
Department of Transportation and Communications (Philippines)
The Department of Transportation and Communications is the executive department of the Philippine government responsible for the maintenance and expansion of viable, efficient, and dependable transportation and communications systems as effective instruments for national recovery and economic...
then secretary Leandro Mendoza
Leandro Mendoza
Leandro Ramos Mendoza, was the Philippine Executive Secretary, was born on March 24, 1946 in San Juan, Batangas.He finished his Bachelor of Science degree at the Philippine Military Academy; his Master of Arts in Public Management at the University of the Philippines - Visayas, Cebu City; and...
for establishing a public service program "Alay Kay Nanay at Tatay Project" for senior citizens riding the MRT3
Manila Metro Rail Transit System
The Metro Rail Transit is Metro Manila's third rapid transit line. It forms part of the Strong Republic Transit System, which includes the Manila Light Rail Transit System. The line operates under the name Metrostar Express and is colored blue on rail maps.The line is located along the Epifanio de...
. Over 5,000 senior citizens were served by the program and provided free travel aboard the MRT3.
In February 2009, Razon and Soriano together with the Kamanggagawa Foundation Inc. launched the Isang Araw Lang (Just One Day) advocacy campaign. The advocacy aims to educate people to help the needy even in just a day will be a big help to society. The campaign aims to inspire talented people to commit their talents, skills and resources for the less fortunate even for just one day.
He is currently leading the construction of a free school for tertiary students (in Apalit & in Caloocan City). With this program, Daniel Razon makes sure that every scholars of this program will enjoy zero tuition fees and many other benefits including free food, lodging & transportation.
In 2011, the Polytechnic University of the Philippines
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
The Polytechnic University of the Philippines commonly known as PUP is a public research university in the Philippines. It was founded on October 19, 1904 as the Manila Business School, offering commerce-related courses...
awarded Razon the title of "Doctor of Humanities - Honoris Causa" for his public services and charitable works.
Controversies
Razon was declared "persona non grata" by the Municipal Government of Apalit, Pampanga, the same town where the Philippine headquarters of Members Church of God InternationalMembers Church of God International
The Members Church of God International is an independent Christian organization with headquarters in the Philippines. The Church of God International is colloquially known through its flagship international television program, Ang Dating Daan...
is located for stating unsavory remarks against the Mayor of Apalit, who once aggrieved Soriano. The Municipal Council approved Resolution 28 series of 2008 declaring Razon as undesirable person in the town. The resolution further state that "Razon's pronouncement in the Good Morning Kuya
Good Morning Kuya
Good Morning Kuya is a morning news-talk program conceptualized by Kuya Daniel Razon which airs on UNTV-37 every weekday morning. The show also provides various Public Services to the public by means of a Free Clinic, a Free Orphanage, Free Education, Free Transient Home, Free Legal Services and...
TV-charity program has misinformed and misled the public and is meant to malign the wisdom of its officials and put them in a bad light".
Career as a Musician
Razón is also a singer and songwriter. Some of his compositions are "UnangPag-ibig" (First Love), "DalakongNakalimbag" and "PangarapngPuso" (My Heart's Wish). His maiden album "In My Eyes" reached platinumMusic recording sales certification
Music recording sales certification is a system of certifying that a music recording has shipped or sold a certain number of copies, where the threshold quantity varies by type and by nation or territory .Almost all countries follow variations of the RIAA certification categories,...
record status. His latest album "All My Life" was released on September 2008, which was awarded a gold record on the day of its release and earned him the People's Choice Favorite New Male Artist award in the 21st Awit Awards
Awit Awards
The Awit Awards is the longest-running award-giving body of the Philippines that gives recognition to Filipino musical talents, performing artists and producers it was Philippines equivalent to Grammy Awards, organized by the Philippine Association Of The Record Industry .-Objectives and Winner...
on November 26, 2008.
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Network |
| 2002–2005 | Unang Hirit Unang Hirit Unang Hirit is a Philippine morning news and talk show aired every Weekday mornings by GMA Network. Previously, it is aired weekdays at 5:15 to 8:30 AM but as of September 19, 2011, the show started airing from 5:00 AM to 8:15 AM... |
News Anchor | GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company... |
| 2004–2005 | Frontpage: Ulat ni Mel Tiangco | Co-Host | GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company... |
| 2004–2005 | 24 Oras 24 Oras 24 Oras ' is the flagship national network news broadcast of GMA Network. A nightly national newscast which airs in the Philippines and worldwide via GMA Pinoy TV. It is aired Weeknights at 6:30-8:00 PM, Saturdays at 5:15 to 6:00 PM and Sundays at 6:00 to 6:45 PM... |
Substitute News Anchor | GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company... |
| 2004–2005 | Saksi Saksi Saksi is the late night news broadcast of GMA Network in the Philippines. It was formerly the early evening and flagship newscast of the network from 1995 to 2002. The newscast is currently anchored by Arnold Clavio and Vicky Morales. It is aired Mondays to Thursdays at 11:15-11:45 pm and Fridays... |
News Anchor | GMA Network GMA Network GMA Network is a major commercial television & radio network in the Philippines. GMA Network is owned by GMA Network, Inc. a publicly listed company... |
| 2007–present | Good Morning Kuya Good Morning Kuya Good Morning Kuya is a morning news-talk program conceptualized by Kuya Daniel Razon which airs on UNTV-37 every weekday morning. The show also provides various Public Services to the public by means of a Free Clinic, a Free Orphanage, Free Education, Free Transient Home, Free Legal Services and... |
Host | UNTV |
| 2008–present | Munting Pangarap (Small Dream) | Host | UNTV |
| 2008–present | Spotlight | Host | UNTV |
Movies
| Year | Title | Role | Other notes |
| 2009 | Isang Araw Lang | Himself as "Kuya Daniel" | Razon also co-directed the film. |
Awards
| Year | Film Award/Critics | Title |
| 2009 | 23rd Star Awards for Television | Nominee, Best Morning Show Host for Good Morning Kuya Good Morning Kuya Good Morning Kuya is a morning news-talk program conceptualized by Kuya Daniel Razon which airs on UNTV-37 every weekday morning. The show also provides various Public Services to the public by means of a Free Clinic, a Free Orphanage, Free Education, Free Transient Home, Free Legal Services and... |
| 2009 | 2009 Anak TV Seal Awards | Winner, Host in Good Morning Kuya Good Morning Kuya Good Morning Kuya is a morning news-talk program conceptualized by Kuya Daniel Razon which airs on UNTV-37 every weekday morning. The show also provides various Public Services to the public by means of a Free Clinic, a Free Orphanage, Free Education, Free Transient Home, Free Legal Services and... |
| 2009 | 2009 Anak TV Seal Awards | Winner, Host in Munting Pangarap |