Jhong Hilario and Ryan Bang of “It’s Showtime” were moved to tears Monday after receiving messages of gratitude from the noontime show as well as people they have helped.

The emotional scene in which Hilario and Bang viewed recorded messages from their coworkers, employees, charity recipients, and personal staff was part of the ABS-CBN program’s opening segment, which kicked off the 13th anniversary celebration of “It’s Showtime.”

Hilario and Bang are teammates in the traditional “Magpasikat” week, and as such, they were chosen as the first couple of hosts to receive the heartfelt surprise.

Both were overcome with emotion during the tribute, which included glimpses of their beginnings and memorable moments on “It’s Showtime,” from guest judges in its early years to regular hosts later on.

Hilario and Bang are scheduled to perform on the “Magpasikat” stage on Tuesday, following Anne Curtis’ team with Jackie Gonzaga and Ion Perez on Monday.

Kim Chiu, Jugs Jugueta, and Teddy Corpuz will perform on Wednesday; Vice Ganda and Amy Perez will perform on Thursday; and Ogie Alcasid and Karylle will perform on Friday.

“Magpasikat” is the annual anniversary showcase of ABS-CBN’s mainstays, who compete for cash prizes to be donated to their favorite charity.

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