MANILA, Philippines – Several Filipino celebrities took to social media to offer their congratulations to athlete Carlos Yulo, who made history as the Philippines’ first double Olympic gold medalist. Yulo secured his first gold medal in the men’s artistic gymnastic floors exercise in the Paris Games on Saturday, August 3. And in less than 24 hours, he won his second gold, dominating the men’s artistic gymnastics vault on Sunday, August 4.
Filipinos online were quick to congratulate Yulo, including local stars who expressed their elation on social media. In a series of posts on X (formerly Twitter), Vice Ganda applauded Yulo for bringing immense honor and pride to the Philippines. The host-comedian also offered the athlete a complimentary access to his comedy club as a special treat.
Congratulations Carlos Yulo for bagging the Gold in Men”s Floor Exercise!!!!!! Maraming salamat sa karangalang binigay mo sa Pilipinas! Pag-uwi mo dumeretso ka sa Vice Comedy Club libre ka na sa entrance may kasama pang nachos at bottomless iced tea! Chozzzz!!!! — jose marie viceral (@vicegandako) August 3, 2024 Broadway star Lea Salonga extended her congratulations via Instagram Story, writing, “Congratulations! Mabuhay ka !” Actress Iza Calzado also congratulated Yulo in her Instagram story, sharing that she got emotional after hearing the national anthem being played at the Olympics. “Watching you perform, win, and receive this honor truly made us proud. Thank you for inspirin.