Emil Sumangil
Filipino journalist and broadcaster
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Emil Sumangil (born November 23, 1978) is a Filipino journalist broadcaster and TV host known primarily for his work on scoops about criminal activities, he first anchored the newscast News TV Quick Response Team in 2018 before co-hosting the magazine show Dapat Alam Mo! three years later. In 2023, Sumangil joined the newscast 24 Oras as a regular anchor and had his own investigative public service show, Resibo: Walang Lusot ang May Atraso.
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- News anchor
- journalist
- ABS-CBN Corporation (2001–2004)
- GMA Network (2004–present)
Emil Sumangil | |
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Sumangil in 2024 | |
| Born | November 23, 1978 |
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| Years active | 2001–present |
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| Spouse |
Michelle Sumangil (m. 2005) |
| Children | 2 |
Career
Sumangil was a production assistant and researcher of ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs for three years, before moving to GMA Network in 2004 as a writer and producer of GMA Public Affairs programs' segments.[1][2][3] He eventually reassigned to a field journalist covering criminal activities exclusively,[4][5] drawing inspiration from then-GMA Integrated News reporter Michael Fajatin.[1] Sumangil's scoops particularly included the newscast 24 Oras's "Justiis: Condominium Behind Bars", which focused on Santa Rosa City District Jail's crowds. It received a nomination for a Golden Nymph Award.[5] In 2017, he contributed the "Sa Pusod ng Digmaan" documentary in i-Witness.[6]
News TV Quick Response Team, a newscast in which an anchor was "on-the-scene" within the present-day events, marked Sumangil's first anchoring stint in 2018. With his blessing, he replaced Jiggy Manicad, who left the network to run for senator in 2019.[7][8][9] Sumangil co-hosted the magazine program Dapat Alam Mo! from 2021 to 2023, alongside Kim Atienza and Patricia Tumulak.[10][11] Program manager Mon Torres assigned Sumangil after News TV Quick Response Team was ended due to GMA News TV's programming changes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.[12][13] Drawing from his music hobby, as well as given his traditional occupation, Sumangil stated that he had a unique persona for the program.[14]
In May 2023, Sumangil hosted the investigative public service show Resibo: Walang Lusot ang May Atraso. As his first solo program, it focuses on giving a resolution of community problems in the Philippines. Sumangil had doubts about becoming a successor to broadcaster Mike Enriquez.[a] He joined 24 Oras as a regular anchor in November 2023.[2] During Enriquez's medical leave before his death, Sumangil temporarily worked on the newscast,[16] and thought that this could prepare him for an opportunity to pursue it permanently. He accepted the offer after having newscasting lessons.[17] Sumangil described his position on 24 Oras as an aspiration during his early career.[5]
Personal life
Sumangil is married with two children. He serves as a reader at a Roman Catholic parish in Mandaluyong.[1]
Television programs
| Year | Title | Notes | Ref. |
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| 2017 | i-Witness | Episode: "Sa Pusod ng Digmaan" | [6] |
| 2018–2021 | News TV Quick Response Team | [8] | |
| 2020–present | Super Balita sa Umaga Nationwide | Saturday edition, part of Dobol B TV | [18] |
| 2021–2023 | Dapat Alam Mo! | [10] | |
| 2023–present | Resibo: Walang Lusot ang May Atraso | [4] | |
| 2023 | Secret Slaves: A Jessica Soho Special Report on Human Trafficking | Television special | [19] |
| 2023–present | 24 Oras | [2] | |
| 2025 | Bubble Gang | Himself | 30th Anniversary Special |
Awards and nominations
| Award | Year[b] | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
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| PMPC Star Awards for Television | 2025 | Best Male Newscaster | 24 Oras | Nominated | [20] |
| Best Public Service Program Host | Resibo: Walang Lusot ang May Atraso | Nominated |
