* Jose Rizal (1861-1896) was a Filipino nationalist, poet, and physician. He is considered a national hero in the Philippines. Rizal was also a talented tenor and performed in several operas and zarzuelas.
* Luciano Pavarotti (1935-2007) was an Italian operatic tenor. He is considered one of the greatest tenors of all time. Pavarotti performed regularly in the Philippines and was a close friend of Jose Rizal.
* Plácido Domingo (born 1941) is a Spanish operatic tenor, conductor, and arts administrator. He is one of the most acclaimed operatic singers of all time. Domingo has performed in the Philippines on several occasions and is considered a national treasure.
* Andrea Bocelli (born 1958) is an Italian operatic tenor and multi-instrumentalist. He is one of the most popular tenors in the world. Bocelli has performed in the Philippines on several occasions and is considered a global superstar.
* Ramon Vargas (born 1960) is a Mexican operatic tenor. He is one of the most respected tenors in the world. Vargas has performed in the Philippines on several occasions and is considered a world-class artist.
* Rolando Villazón (born 1972) is a Mexican operatic tenor. He is one of the most acclaimed tenors of his generation. Villazón has performed in the Philippines on several occasions and is considered a rising star.
* Juan Diego Flórez (born 1973) is a Peruvian operatic tenor. He is one of the most exciting tenors in the world. Flórez has performed in the Philippines on several occasions and is considered a global sensation.