Biggel became a byword not only in Marinduque but in many places nationwide and in different countries where the Pinoy Big Brother show is watched by Filipino overseas workers. |
Gasan town organized the holding of an official "Putong" welcome ritual for Biggel and his family. |
Biggel's homecoming was covered for television by the ABS-CBN crew. |
Putong is a very old ritual of thanksgiving handed down from generation to generation in this small island-province known for its peaceful and laid-back ambience. |
Biggel is crowned King for a day, together with family members who must also share his blessings. |
Lit candles are for enlightenment, the crown (made of woven nito vine with a miniature morion carving and feathers), for wisdom. |
"Viva, Viva, Viva Buhayin, Buhayin, Buhayin ang Santong Pinutungan namin", they sing. So Biggel is both BoyKing and Saint for today. |
VIVA BIGGEL! They shout amid a shower of petals and confetti. |
"Kayo po ang aking unang-unang inspirasyon sa Bahay ni Kuya", Biggel stresses here in his remarks amid loud cheers and applause! |