Jhong Hilario completes master’s degree with “highest merits”

Jhong Hilario: “You won’t be an artist forever…”

It’s Showtime host Jhong Hilario is driven to complete his master’s degree in Public Administration at World Citi College, saying, “How long will I be an artist? It’s also good that you have a gun. If ever there is an opportunity to be given to me as a public servant, at least you are ready.” 

PHOTO/S: MJ Felipe / ABS-CBN News

It’s Showtime host Jhong Hilario marked another significant milestone in his llife.

On Thursday, August 29, 2024, Jhong obtained his master’s degree in Public Administration from the World Citi College during a commencement ceremony at the PICC Plenary Hall in Pasay City.

Jhong Hilario with wife Maia Azores during his graduation on August 29, 2024.  
Photo/s: MJ Felipe / ABS-CBN News

In an interview with MJ Felipe of ABS-CBN News after the ceremony, Jhong shared that he completed his graduate studies in one year despite facing many challenges.

Recalling his journey, he said, “I took one year. It’s a modular program. Ipapadala sa iyo yung mga modules, and then you have to research the books that you’ll read.

“The others, we looked everywhere for those books. The sacrifices, the sometimes busy ones, and of course the masteral is no joke either.
 

All his efforts paid off as he also earned the “highest merits” for his master’s program.

The TV host/actor remarked, “This is a bonus. I just graduated.”

Jhong was driven to complete his master’s degree, clearly understanding that a showbiz career is fleeting while education is everlasting.

He told ABS-CBN News, “How long will I be an actor? It’s probably good that you have a bullet.

“You won’t be an artist forever, if there’s ever an opportunity given to me as a public servant, at least you’re ready.”

For all his academic success, Jhong made it clear he was not eyeing a higher position in the next elections.

However, he added, “I’m just ready, if ever I’m needed for this or that.”

CONGRATULATIONS, JHONG HILARIO!

Jhong celebrated his recent academic achievement with his mother, Nanay Nelly; his partner, Maia Azores; his daughter, Sarina.

Maia shared a family photo from Jhong’s graduation on Sarina’s Instagram profile, along with clips of their daughter.

In the caption, Maia wrote, “We are so proud of you, Daddy @jhonghilario [emoji] Masters in Public Administration with Highest Merit, World Citi Colleges [emojis]”
 

The comments section of the post was flooded with congratulatory messages.

Among those who sent their congratulations to Jhong were Ogie Alcasid, Gladys Reyes, and Ruby Ruiz, along with many others.

Photo/s: Screengrab from Instagram

Photo/s: Screengrab from Instagram

Photo/s: Screengrab from Instagram