Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez opened up about experiencing anxiety before performing onstage when she guested with five-time Grammy-nominated singer Josh Groban on his “GEMS World Tour.”
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On Thursday, February 19, the singer shared that it was “wonderful and an honor” to sing with the American singer-songwriter on February 18 at the SM Mall of Asia.
She was among the special guests at Josh’s Manila concert, marking his third time performing in the country.
While Regine had a great time, she admitted that she felt “anxious” about the concert.
“I was so anxious the whole day, I forgot to eat. Lately, every single performance for me is such a struggle, even doing ASAP,” she wrote, citing the noontime variety show of ABS-CBN every Sunday.
“And it used to excite me, a source of joy, but now, it gives me so much anxiety,” Regine added.
“I still LOVE singing, I do, but performing on stage… maybe it’s part of getting old, I don’t know. But it’s [kinda] heartbreaking,” the 55-year-old singer concluded with emojis of a broken heart and a smiling face.
It was wonderful and an honor to sing with Josh Groban last night 😊 but I was so nervous. I was so anxious the whole day I forgot to eat. Lately every single performance for me is such a struggle even doing ASAP. And it used to excite me a source of joy but now it give me so…
— regine alcasid (@reginevalcasid) February 19, 2026
Regine’s post has earned 2,000 likes, 331 reposts, and 240 comments, including from fellow showbiz personalities who expressed support following her sentiments.
“You’re great! Try not to overthink,” singer-actress Zsa-Zsa Padilla wrote with emojis of folded hands and a growing heart.
“Love you always, ateee,” singer-actress Julie San Jose wrote with emojis of a kissing face and hearts.
“You were amazing as always, Ate! Love you!!!” fellow singer Erik Santos commented with emojis of folded hands and a heart.
“We love you, Mama Reg!” singer-actor Darren Espanto also wrote with a heart emoji.
“We saw the videos of your performance and you are as great as ever… ‘Wag ka masyado ma-stress, madam,” an online user commented.
Regine performed at Josh’s concert and sang a duet with him of “All I Ask of You” from “The Phantom of the Opera.”
She also sang one of her most famous songs, “On The Wings of Love.”
Regine is known for her powerful vocal range and has been in the entertainment industry since 1986. She is recognized as one of the most influential Filipino artists, with singers such as Morissette, KZ Tandingan and Yeng Constantino citing her as an influence.
Regine has reportedly sold more than seven million records in the Philippines and 1.5 million across Asia.
