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• Was 14 years old when he was diagnosed with juvenile diabetes.
• Started his career at the age of 18.
• Was chosen as the first UNICEF National Ambassador of Goodwill for the Philippines in 1998, a position he holds even today.
• Is an endorser of Sennheiser microphones; the company launched a Sennheiser Gary V model in 2001.
• Also received The Outstanding Young Men Award in 2001.
• Became the first Filipino to perform at the Musik Messe, the world's largest and most prestigious exhibit and convention of musical instruments and equipment dealers, in 2002.
• Has earned the nickname Mr. Pure Energy because of his high-energy performances.