Actor and first-time political aspirant Marco Gumabao has officially conceded in his congressional bid for the 4th District of Camarines Sur, following the results of the 2025 midterm elections.
In a heartfelt Instagram post shared Tuesday, Gumabao expressed his deep gratitude to supporters despite falling short in votes. Based on partial and unofficial results as of 10:54 a.m., Marco received 95,089 votes, trailing behind incumbent Rep. Arnie Fuentebella, who garnered 122,306 votes.
“Hindi man ito ang resulta na aming hinangad, alam kong ibinigay natin ang lahat, at buong puso tayong lumaban,” Gumabao wrote.
“Sa lahat ng bumoto, sumuporta, tumulong, at naniwala — salamat po sa pagtanggap sa amin, sa inyong tiwala, at sa pagmamahal na ipinakita ninyo sa bawat sulok ng Partido.”
The actor-turned-candidate, who ran under the National Unity Party, emphasized that public service goes beyond holding an official position: “Ang serbisyo at malasakit, hindi lang nasusukat sa puwesto. Magkikita pa rin tayo, at magtutulungan pa rin tayo — dahil ang tunay na laban ay para sa inyo.”
He also reflected on the experiences and stories shared with him during the campaign trail, calling it a “victory” in itself.
“Isang malaking tagumpay na kayo ay aming nakilala. Ang dami kong natutunan at nadama, at hinding-hindi ko po makakalimutan ang bawat kwento at pangarap na ibinahagi ninyo sa akin.”
Gumabao concluded his message with a promise to remain present and engaged in the lives of his constituents, win or lose.
“Hindi ito ang katapusan. Nandito lang ako. Hindi ko kayo iiwanan.”
