The journey of Filipino designer Veejay Floresca to becoming the first Filipina trans woman to win an international fashion design competition, marking a milestone for the Philippines on the global stage, takes center stage in “Gamechangers: A Limited Series,” now streaming on iWant.
Veejay made history as the first Filipina trans woman to win “Project Runway” Season 21, an international fashion design competition, following years of persistence that included multiple auditions before securing a spot on the show.
Produced by Metro Channel, the limited series traces Veejay’s journey from her roots in Manila to her solo debut at New York Fashion Week, detailing the discipline, strategy, and creative vision that shaped her rise in the global fashion industry.
In its second episode, “Gamechangers: A Limited Series” also highlights how Veejay continues to give back through her foundation, supporting aspiring creatives and promoting authenticity and representation in fashion.
Meanwhile, the first episode features Filipino pole vaulter EJ Obiena, who shares his journey from growing up in a family of athletes to becoming one of the world’s leading performers in the sport.
“Gamechangers: A Limited Series” is produced by Metro Channel and created by Christina N. Lopez, Lala Ventura, and Giselle Interior. The series is directed by Iggy Bilbao, with Stacy Alfonso as producer and River Rosal as writer.
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