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Korina Sanchez
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Sanchez in 2009
Born
Korina Maria Baluyut Sanchez

(1964-10-05) October 5, 1964 (age 60)
Nationality Filipino
Other names Ate Koring, Korina, Koring, K
Education Maryknoll College (BA)
Ateneo de Manila University (MA)
Occupation Journalist
Years active 1984–present
Agent
  • MBS-4 (1984–1985)
    City2 Television (1985–1986)
    Eagle Broadcasting Corporation (2022–2023)
    ABS-CBN (1986–2020, 2023–present)
    TV5 (2020–present)
  • Brightlight Productions (2020–present)
  • Bilyonaryo News Channel (2024–present)
  • ALLTV (2025–present)
Notable credit(s)
  • Morning Girls with Kris and Korina
  • TV Patrol
  • The World Tonight
  • Bandila
  • Korina Interviews
  • Rated Korina (formerly Rated K)
  • Face to Face: Harapan
Spouse(s)
(m. 2009)
Children 2

Korina Maria Baluyut Sanchez-Roxas (born October 5, 1964), known as Korina Sanchez, is a famous Filipino journalist. She works as a television news anchor, reporter, and host for different shows. She also writes columns for newspapers.

Korina Sanchez was a Chief Reporter for ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs. Her shows aired on TV Channel 2, AM Radio Station DZMM, and cable TV ABS-CBN News Channel. She also writes for The Philippine Star and Pilipino Star Ngayon.

She is married to Mar Roxas, who used to be a government official. In 2020, she moved to TV5 and worked with Brightlight Productions. Then, in July 2023, she returned to ABS-CBN for her show, Rated Korina.

About Korina Sanchez

Her Family Life

Korina Sanchez married Mar Roxas on October 27, 2009. They got married in Quezon City. On February 12, 2019, Korina and Mar welcomed their twin children, Pepe and Pilar.

Her Education Journey

Korina Sanchez finished high school at Saint Theresa's College of Quezon City. She then went to Maryknoll College. There, she earned a degree in communication arts. Later, she studied at the Ateneo de Manila University. She completed her master's degree in journalism on June 26, 2016.

Korina's Career in Media

Television Shows

Korina Sanchez has hosted and appeared in many television programs. Here are some of the shows she has been a part of:

Year Title
2024–present Face to Face: Harapan
2024–present Agenda
2020–present Rated Korina
2022–2023 Korina Interviews
2006–2009 Bandila
2006 Goin' Bulilit
2007 News Patrol Special Edition
2004–2020 Rated K
2003–2004 Morning Girls with Kris and Korina
1995–1996, 2001–2004, 2010–2015 TV Patrol
1998–2001 The Correspondents
1996–2001 Balitang K
1992–1996 Hoy Gising!
1986–1991 Magandang Umaga Po

Radio Programs

Korina Sanchez has also been a popular voice on the radio. Here are some of her radio shows:

Year Title
2012–2014 Rated Korina
2001–2004 Korina sa Umaga
1996–2001, 2004–2009 Tambalang Failon at Sanchez
1991–1996 Aksyon Ngayon

Awards and Recognitions

Korina Sanchez has received many awards for her work in journalism. These awards show how much her work is appreciated.

Awards in 2016

  • 30th PMPC Star Awards for Television
    • Best Magazine Show
    • Best Magazine Show Host

Awards in 2013

  • Volunteers Against Crime and Corruption (VACC) Awards
    • Outstanding Radio Anchor – Korina Sanchez

Awards in 2012

  • Asian TV Awards
    • Best Current Affairs Presenter Category: Highly Commended, Korina Sanchez, Rated K (Episode: "Kwento ng Buhay Ko")
  • Media Newser Philippines’ Media Winner of 2012
    • Ka Doroy Broadcaster of the Year Award, Korina Sanchez
    • Best Magazine Host for TV, Korina Sanchez
    • Best Public Affairs Program Host for Radio, Korina Sanchez
    • Best Public Affairs Program, 'Tambalang Failon at Sanchez', DZMM
    • Best Magazine Show, Rated K
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