SB19 continues to break barriers beyond music as they will be the first ever Filipino group to throw the ceremonial first pitch in a Major League Baseball (MLB) game.
The group, composed of Pablo, Stell, Ken, Josh, and Justin, will throw the ceremonial first pitch at the Chicago White Sox vs. New York Yankees game on July 29 at Rate Field in Chicago, USA.
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The milestone was announced by SB19 on Instagram on July 19 through the group's Global Promo Tour schedule, which outlines their international activities for July and August.
"The calendar is set. The climb continues. One nation behind us. The world before us," the group wrote in the caption.
Apart from the MLB appearance, SB19's packed international itinerary includes a performance at the Grammy Museum on July 28, their much-awaited Lollapalooza debut on July 30, the I WaS There Thanksgiving Fanmeet in the United States on August 8 and 9, performances at Summer Sonic on August 14 and 15, and I WaS There Thanksgiving Fanmeet in Japan on August 18.
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SB19 will join a select list of Filipino personalities who have previously thrown ceremonial first pitches at MLB games, including boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, actress Liza Soberano, and comedian Jo Koy.
Following the announcement, A'TIN quickly filled social media with congratulatory messages and excitement over another international milestone for the group.
"Grabe sa busy...🔥 Goodluck and Godbless @officialsb19! Dito lang kami to cheer you!❤️👏," one fan wrote.
Another added, "Woohoo! Ito na 'yun! 😍 Since recently signed na sila with UTA, sunod-sunod na ang global exposure nila. So proud of SB19 deserve na deserve! 🌍✨."
The group's growing presence overseas also comes after signing with United Talent Agency (UTA), one of the world's leading entertainment and talent agencies.
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In announcing the partnership last June, UTA highlighted SB19's remarkable achievements and expanding international reach.
"UTA has signed multi-award-winning, chart-topping Filipino music group SB19 for global representation in all areas, including live touring and brand partnerships. Since their debut in 2018, SB19 has become one of the most influential acts in Southeast Asian music, amassing over one billion career streams and cultivating a passionate global fanbase known as 'A'TIN.' Their latest album Wakas at Simula features the single 'Visa,'" part of the announcement read.
Ahead of their Lollapalooza appearance, SB19 will also bring merchandise to fans in Los Angeles through a one-day exclusive pop-up store on July 25 at the 100 Thieves Compound, running from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Meanwhile, fans can relive the group's recent performances as the Simula at Wakas World Tour Kickoff Concert Film is now streaming on Weverse. SB19's Wakas at Simula: The Trilogy Concert Finale last April 18 at the SMDC Festival Grounds will likewise be released as a concert film.