When he's on stage, we often see him as serious. But behind the spotlight, when he's off duty as a performer, Gary Valenciano, or Gary V to his fans, is a loving family man with a great sense of humor and a few little quirks that might surprise you.
Ever wondered what other sides there are to Mr. Pure Energy? Check out this edition of "Atin A10 Lang," where he reveals 10 random, fun facts about him that you probably didn’t know!
The music icon is known for his electrifying stage presence, but he’s a totally different character when he's at home. "I’m a clown at home, para lang ma-entertain ‘yung mga apo ko," he shares with a grin.
When it comes to unwinding, he doesn’t need much. Sometimes, it’s as simple as getting into his car and just driving around. He’s also got a secret hobby—“I’m a frustrated videographer." He loves to capture memories of his family!
Being a father has always been one of his proudest roles, and it shows in how much he treasures those moments with them. This leads us to the next fun fact: "I’m very emotional when I think of my children."
Gary, who is having a concert titled “Pure Energy: One More Time” on December 20 & 22 at the Araneta Coliseum, also has some unique eating habits! "When I eat fruit, kahit ano, whether guava or manggang hilaw, laging may kasamang apple cider vinegar and a little salt."
Though he’s a big fan of sampaloc candy, it's something he doesn’t want as a Christmas gift.
His go-to meal consists of half a cup of brown rice with galunggong and munggo. Just a humble yet filling dish that makes his tummy happy all the time!
The next fun fact is that he loves high-action movies. And, even though he has a deep appreciation for music, don’t expect him to pick just one genre.
The “ASAP” mainstay is also a self-proclaimed sneaker geek! So, if you ever catch him at the mall, you might just spot him browsing the latest kicks.
Lastly, while we all know he loves riding bikes, there’s a little-known side to this hobby—he often rides alone. It’s his quiet time, his personal escape to clear his mind and embrace the simple joy of cycling at his own pace.
So, that's Gary V as a fun-loving, down-to-earth guy with some surprising quirks and a lot of heart!