Young Karen Davila with Mike Enriquez hosted “Saksi” in 1995, a photo circulates online. After various trivia about Mike Enriquez surfaced, it might be unknown to some whether they were aware of or witnessed the tandem of Mike Enriquez and Karen Davila. But the truth is, they were the original anchors when it premiered on October 2, 1995, on GMA Network until 1998.
Countless expressions of grief, admiration, and trivia about Mike Enriquez have been shared on television, radio, and social media due to his passing. Mike Enriquez made significant contributions to newscasting on both radio and television, and that cannot be denied. He left a mark on our minds with phrases like “Excuse me Po!!!” and “Di Namin Kayo Tatantanan,” which at times even became ringtones on our cell phones.
There were instances when he was noticed incorporating adlibs while speaking on his show. Almost half of his life was spent with GMA 7, starting from his radio career in 1969 until becoming a TV anchor for GMA Network in 1995. His service as a journalist spanned 54 years. He once mentioned that his face wasn’t suited for television, but that didn’t hinder him from being recognized and making a lasting impression on people.
When he became the main anchor of the show “Imbestigador,” Mike became known for his fearless speech. Many crimes were solved due to their research and features on the show. It’s not surprising that their brief partnership, Mike Enriquez and the youngest Karen Davila, is remembered through the sharing of a photo of the two together on “Saksi,” a news program on GMA7, where she began her journey on television before gaining recognition at ABS-CBN.