2013 proved to be a successful year for many Filipinos in the international scene as Filipina beauty queens emerged winners in major beauty contests worldwide. As we embark on another eventful year this 2014, another proud moment greeted us Filipinos with the triumph of Ms. Rose “Osang” Fostanes as the first winner of X-Factor Israel, once again a Filipino world-class talent recognized in the international stage. Call it luck or destiny, 47-year-old Rose works as a caregiver and did it her ‘way’ as she made her dream come true when she sang what many aspiring singers dread to sing, “My Way”. Her very touching personal story and her powerful voice were her only major weapons, she gained respect and admiration from the viewers and followers every time she performed on stage. X-Factor Israel offered her a life-changing opportunity to showcase her immense talent not only in Israel but to the whole world. She’s been compared to Susan Boyle of Britain’s Got Talent for both of them have a similar tale… an inspiring story and great talent that can move one’s heart. Ate Osang [as she’s fondly called by her friends] is the familiar voice you’ve heard in many gigs and Filcom programs. She has sung at Pinoy Resto Bar, Bahay Kubo, Tambayan and Mommy’s Place where she was a regular performer. Eldest among 4 siblings of 3 girls and a boy, their father left them when they were still kids. She became the family’s sole breadwinner when both of THE ROSE MISSION An inter vie w with Ma. Nan cy Fostanes , Melin da Adel an d Mr. Yari v Fis cher By Cheryl Sevegan their parents died. Her poignant story is akin to rags-to-riches fairy-tale of survival and success.
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