It’s a different world out there on the Twitterverse. But it’s a world where people can share their thoughts, instantly know what’s happening in the world, discover new interests, and interact with others even from across the globe.
Conversations on Twitter played a big part in shaping 2019—and this year, the platform said, was a diverse period. “The topics on the platforms are so diverse that the top Tweets, most-discussed hashtags, and accounts this year will surely give you a myriad of reactions and will hopefully inspire you to be a part of the real-life conversations on Twitter,” said the social network.
Most Tweeted hashtags
The top hashtags that trended on Twitter revolved on one thing: entertainment.
Rising from fifth place last year, #MaineMendoza is the most Tweeted hashtag in the Philippines this year. The phenomenal star continues to shine as her 2019 was loaded with movie launches, drama performances, and brand endorsements.
Filipinos were also quite interested in music as #DyisIsItManila trends in number two. It is a radio program that features the top 10 songs of the day. Listeners could express their love for their favorite songs using this hashtag.
The love team of Edward Barber and Maymay Entrata tops Twitter as #MayWard clinched the third spot. Fans were very active in expressing their support for the love team’s countless projects and events.
Meanwhile, the top three most Tweeted hashtags in sports are #UPFight, #OBF, and #UAAPVolleyballFinals. When it comes to discussions on Kpop, the most feverishly discussed this year were #BTS, #BBMasTopSocial, and #EXO.
Most Tweeted accounts
The most Tweeted about accounts for 2019 were dominated by various personalities from the Philippine entertainment scene.
To no surprise, Maine Mendoza (@mainedcm) clinched this year’s highest place yet again. Maymay Entrata (@maymayentrata07) comes in second, cementing her status as one of the most beloved people on Twitter. Other notable artists on the list are Kisses Delavin (@KissesDelavin), Alden Richards (@aldenrichards02), and Edward Barber (@Barber_Edward_) among others.
In sports, NBA (@NBA), Gretchen Ho (@gretchenho), and Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) are the top three most Tweeted about accounts. BTS (@BTS_twt), EXO (@weareoneexo), and BLACKPINK (@ygofficialblink) took the top three spots in K-pop.
Top Tweets
This year, a pair of sisters took over Twitter Philippines. A Tweet became viral for its humorous appeal and it even skyrocketed the Twitter user into social media fame.
Samantha Rubia’s (@sammirubia) video of her singing to woo her crush and pretending to have allergies is the most Retweeted Tweet with a comment in the Philippines for 2019.
Meanwhile, her sister Brianna (@briannarubia), Tweeted a video of Samantha singing her heart out to The Little Mermaid’s “Part of Your World.” In this clip, users see another humorous take on how their parents show their appreciation and support to their daughter—making it the most Liked and most Retweeted Tweet in the Philippines in 2019.
Photos from Maine Mendoza, BTS, EXO, Maymay Entrata, Samantha Rubia, and Brianna Rubia’s social media accounts.
