Top Celebrity Taxpayers Named, Including Dantes, Mercado, Trillo, and Vice Ganda
Top Celebrity Taxpayers Honored by BIR for 2025
These A-list celebrities are not only making waves in the entertainment industry but are also recognized for their commitment to responsible tax compliance.
On Wednesday, March 5, BIR Commissioner Romeo D. Lumagui Jr. shared photos from an award ceremony celebrating BIR advocates, coinciding with the launch of the 2025 Regional Tax Campaign.
Among those honored for their outstanding contributions as responsible taxpayers were Dingdong Dantes, Jennylyn Mercado, Dennis Trillo, Vice Ganda, Kim Chiu, Darren Espanto, Catriona Gray, Karla Estrada, and Julia Barretto.
Highlights from the BIR Award Ceremony:
🔹 Jennylyn Mercado & Dennis Trillo – The Kapuso royal couple expressed gratitude for the recognition and reminded everyone to file their income tax returns before the April 15 deadline.
🔹 Dingdong Dantes – The Kapuso Primetime King emphasized the importance of paying taxes on time, noting that it ultimately benefits the public.
🔹 Vice Ganda – The It’s Showtime host made a strong statement, saying, “At dahil sa nagbabayad tayo ng buwis, mayroon din tayong karapatang tanungin kung nasaan yung binayad nating buwis.”
🔹 Kim Chiu – Recognized as one of Quezon City’s top celebrity taxpayers, the It’s Showtime host continues to set an example for financial responsibility.
🔹 Catriona Gray – More than just a beauty queen, the Miss Universe 2018 titleholder is also an advocate for responsible tax compliance.
🔹 Darren Espanto – The young performer and It’s Showtime host proves to be a role model for the youth by fulfilling his civic duties.
🔹 Karla Estrada – The celebrity mom reinforces that responsible parenting also includes being a responsible taxpayer.
🔹 Julia Barretto – Beyond her on-screen charm, Julia demonstrates what it means to be a law-abiding citizen.
