Derrick Rose back in PH for the fifth time
Former Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose speaks to the audience during a ceremony retiring his #1 Chicago Bulls jersey at the United Center on January 24, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois. Geoff Stellfox/Getty Images/AFP
MANILA, Philippines–Derrick Rose made his return to the country this week, where he traveled to Cebu for the first time to take part in a two-day event.
The NBA legend will take part in activities on Tuesday and Wednesday for the trip dubbed “Rose Meets the Queen.”
“This is a new spot for me,” Rose said. “Coming here, finding out what the island is all about, see what the people are about so I can’t wait to enjoy all of it.”
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It’s Rose’s fifth visit to the Philippines, the last three carrying the role of brand ambassador.
Rose will kick off his tour on Tuesday with a Champion’s Circle Appreciation Dinner, which is a private event with some of Cebu’s best players.
His only public appearance is set Wednesday at SM Seaside Cebu.
Rose retired in 2024 after a career highlighted by his celebrated stint with the hometown Chicago Bulls while also suiting up for the New York Knicks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Minnesota Timberwolves, Detroit Pistons and Memphis Grizzlies.
He became the NBA’s youngest MVP in 2010-11 while playing for the Bulls.
