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Jericho Rosales, Nora Aunor wins big at the Gawad Urian

Tue, 06/18/2013 - 23:16

AFTER the success of their films in the international arena, actors Jericho Rosales and Nora Aunor received the top acting trophies at the 36th Gawad Urian held at the NBC Tent in Taguig City on Tuesday night.

Shaina Magdayao is in no rush to find a boyfriend

Tue, 06/18/2013 - 14:53

ACTRESS Shaina Magdayao said she doesn't feel pressured to find a new boyfriend right away.

In the latest Star Cinema movie "Four Sisters and a Wedding," the entertainment press noticed that among the members of the cast it's only Shaina who is currently single, as Toni Gonzaga, Bea Alonzo and Angel Locsin are now happy with their respective relationships.

Shaina said that she's just taking her time.

"Nabigyan naman na tayo ng chance na ma-inlove, nagkaroon din naman ako ng time. So ngayon, hintay hintay lang. Dadating din naman yung tamang lalaki sa tamang time," she said.

Shamcey Supsup to marry Lloyd Lee

Tue, 06/18/2013 - 14:52

FORMER beauty queen Shamcey Suspsup is engaged to be married to her non-showbiz boyfriend Lloyd Lee.

Jennylyn Mercado happy with her sexy magazine cover

Mon, 06/17/2013 - 14:45

TELEVISION actress Jennylyn Mercado hopes to inspire young moms that they can juggle motherhood and their career while keeping a healthy body.

The actress is the June 2013 cover babe of FHM.

Jennylyn said that she's happy that a lot of women, especially mothers, appreciated her sexy pictorial.

Toni Gonzaga to host new cooking show

Mon, 06/17/2013 - 14:44

MULTIMEDIA star Toni Gonzaga is adding another title to her show biz belt as she's taken the new role of domestic diva on television.

Yerro: ‘After Earth’ leaves bad aftertaste

Sun, 06/16/2013 - 18:55

I DON’T see why “After Earth” is raising such a fuss about its not-so subtle references to Scientology. So what if it does? So what if Will Smith is following in Tom Cruise's footsteps on the path to spiritual enlightenment? That's not the point. Religious inclination has got nothing to do with the fact that “After Earth” is a major sci-fi dud.

No sexy cover for Andrea Torres

Sun, 06/16/2013 - 17:55

KAPUSO actress Andrea Torres is not yet ready to let go of her wholesome image by showing some skin in a magazine cover.

"Okay rin sa akin sa magazine pero not now, huwag lang ngayon. Kasi parang gusto ko lang namnamin ang bawat step, ayoko lang biglain lahat pero in the future siguro," she said during a press conference held recently in GMA-7.

Andrea said she is flattered to hear compliments about her fit body.

Ritz Azul top bills 'Misibis Bay'

Sat, 06/15/2013 - 14:23

YOUNG actress Ritz Azul and model hunk actor Daniel Matsunaga will continue the summer heat this month of July as they top bill upcoming primetime series "Misibis Bay" on TV5.

Set in a private tropical hideaway in Cagraray Island in Albay, Misibis Bay is a six-week mini-series that tells the story of a girl who dreams big and perseveres amidst all the challenges just to get the life she wanted.

Ritz will breathe life to the character of Maita Ramirez, a slum girl who only dreams of providing a comfortable life for her ailing grandmother.

Ruffa Gutierrez to study in King's College London

Sat, 06/15/2013 - 14:20

TELEVISION host and actress Ruffa Gutierrez will fly to London soon to pursue a summer degree in International Political Economy.

Ruffa shared the good news to her more than 1.8 million followers on Twitter.

Ruffa Gutierrez won't comment on brother’s baby rumors

Fri, 06/14/2013 - 18:57

ACTRESS Ruffa Gutierrez won't comment on news reports that her younger brother, Richard Gutierrez, and his girlfriend Sarah Lahbati are soon to be parents.

Luis Manzano speaks about politics, showbiz

Fri, 06/14/2013 - 18:30

TELEVISION host Luis Manzano is not closing his doors on politics but said he will never come close to the achievement of her parents both in showbiz and public service.

"If politics truly opens its doors for me, that's when I'll think about it and take the plunge. It's a calling, it's vocation," told reporters who visited him on the set of his daytime game show "Minute to Win It."

Luis added he doesn't want politics to be his scapegoat from showbiz because it would be unfair for his future constituents.

KC Concepcion still believes in love

Thu, 06/13/2013 - 19:50

KAPAMILYA actress KC Concepcion shared that she's looking forward to finding new love and sometimes misses having a boyfriend.

The entertainment press caught up with the mega daughter at the pocket press conference of her newest TV series "Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala" with actor Sam Milby.

She confirmed that there are some men who make her heart skip a beat, but refrained from giving details on her romantic life. KC said she's keeping some for herself this time.

Luis supports Jen's sexy magazine cover

Thu, 06/13/2013 - 19:11

TELEVISION host Luis Manzano approves of girlfriend Jennylyn Mercado's third cover appearance on men's magazine, FHM.

Christian Bautista disappointed over show's cancellation

Thu, 06/13/2013 - 17:51

SINGER Christian Bautista said he was disappointed when "Party Pilipinas" was cancelled on television weeks after his transfer from ABS-CBN to GMA-7.

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Mikael and Andrea—excited to join the Hugyaw Silay Festival 2013

Tue, 06/11/2013 - 20:10

WHAT better way to kick-off GMA Network's newest morning soap With A Smile bannered by the on-screen love tandem of Mikael Daez and Andrea Torres than to bring it to Silay City -- Negros Occidental's "seat of arts, culture and heritage."

With A Smile stars will be taking part of Silay City’s annual festivities popularly known as the Hugyaw Silay Festival—the city's Charter Day Celebration—on June 12. Said festival showcases Silay's rich culture and history with the Lin-ay Sang Silay and the Hugyaw Kansilay Street Dancing Competition as its main events.

No awkward moment for Enchong Dee, Julia Montes in new series

Tue, 06/11/2013 - 20:07

ACTOR Enchong Dee sees no problem working with his former flame, Julia Montes, in the new series "Muling Buksan ang Puso".

Their budding romance came to a halt last year and many speculated that their friendship also turned sour when both stars decided to move on with their separate lives.

But in an interview with Enchong during the "Four Sisters and a Wedding" press conference recently, the actor told the entertainment press that all is well between him and Julia.

Christian Bautista on Poon-Reyes nuptial: It was a beautiful event

Tue, 06/11/2013 - 20:06

CHRISTIAN Bautista described the wedding of Maricar Reyes and Richard Poon last Sunday as a "beautiful event."

The singer hosted the wedding reception with Nikki Gil at The Bellevue Hotel in Alabang, Muntinlupa City.

Christian said he was informed of the special event months before the June 9 wedding and he's honored to be part of the ceremony.

"It was a beautiful wedding. Ang ganda kasi lahat magkakilala kayo. They love them. They love Maricar and Richard. Kung alam ninyo yung love story nila, parang lahat posible," said the singer-actor who is a close friend of the couple.

Maricar Reyes says Richard Poon makes her feel important

Tue, 06/11/2013 - 13:38

ACTRESS Maricar Reyes said her husband crooner Richard Poon makes her feel important and she's "worth a lot" when they are together.

"(That I'm) important. I'm worth a lot," she said during their post-wedding interview aired on TV Patrol Monday night.

The actress said women like her should look for someone who will complement them and trust God that special someone will eventually come.

For Angel Locsin, family comes first

Mon, 06/10/2013 - 19:07

ACTRESS Angel Locsin said she wants to secure first her family before settling down with her boyfriend footballer Phil Younghusband.

To note, Phil had said in his interviews that he wants to tie the knot with the actress when she's ready.

"Breadwinner kasi ako ng pamilya ko. Kaya ako nagtatrabahao para sa kanila. Hindi ganoon kadaling magdesisyon para sa akin kasi kailangan kong isipin ang pamilya ko," said Angel during the press launch of her upcoming movie "Four Sisters and a Wedding" at the Dolphy Theater in ABS-CBN last Sunday.

Toni Gonzaga remains positive in love, life

Mon, 06/10/2013 - 13:23

TELEVISION host Toni Gonzaga doesn't believe in the so-called "seven year itch" and prays that her relationship with director Paul Soriano will end up in marriage.

During the press conference of her new movie "Four Sisters and a Wedding" at the Dolphy Theater on Sunday, Toni revealed that she and Paul are celebrating their sixth year anniversary as a couple this June.

She said they don't have anything special planned yet as she's very busy with "The Voice of the Philippines," the said Star Cinema movie, an upcoming cooking show and another big screen project with Piolo Pascual.

Yahoo! announces OMG! Awards nominees

Mon, 06/10/2013 - 13:22

BRIGHTEST stars, hit series and big silver screen productions dominated this list of nominees in the Yahoo! OMG Awards 2013.

Recently held at URBN Bar & Kitchen at The Fort in Taguig City, the multinational Internet firm presented 22 categories and more than 100 names from the local entertainment scene that made headlines in the past year.

Poon-Reyes nuptial held Sunday

Mon, 06/10/2013 - 02:07

KAPAMILYA actress Maricar Reyes and crooner Richard Poon tied the knot Sunday.

In a private Christian ceremony held at The Bellevue in Alabang, the couple of one-year exchanged their wedding vows in front of family and close friends from in and out of show business.

Eula Caballero ready for mature roles

Sun, 06/09/2013 - 17:12

YOUNG actress Eula Caballero is inclined to accept mature roles in television now that she’s 18 years old.

TV5 recently threw a birthday party for her at Oasis Party Events in New Manila, Quezon City with fellow Kapatid talents Valeen Montenegro, Albie Casiño, Divine Lee, JC de Vera and director Erik Quizon, among others.

Charice’s mom says she’s a former lesbian

Sun, 06/09/2013 - 17:11

DAYS after international singer Charice came out as lesbian, her mother Racquel Pempengco said she had a gay past before settling down.

"Ako ay tomboy pero sinunod ko ang nanay (Tess Relucio) ko. Nasasaktan pa ako ng nanay ko, (sinasabi niya) na magpakababae ka," Pempengco said in a "Startalk" interview aired on Saturday.

Pempengco said Charice knew about this.

"Sinabi ko naman yun kay Charice, sabi ko na-experience ko din yan pero kinaya ko. Ginaya ko ang nanay ko. Ayaw kong masaktan, ayaw kong masaktan ang nanay ko," she said.

Yerro: Performance capture: New wave or dreaded tsunami?

Sun, 06/09/2013 - 16:36

ALLOW me to digress from my usual dissection of a cinematic work to ruminate on a subject that has created a deep impact on the movie industry.

No, it’s not whether Jason Statham will play the villain in “Fast & Furious 7,” although that has fuelled intense speculation. I’m talking about the strange new world of performance capture.

Jasmine Curtis-Smith mum on romance with Sam Concepcion

Sat, 06/08/2013 - 17:00

YOUNG actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith remains tight-lipped on the real score between her and singer-actor Sam Concepcion.

In a recent interview with the actress, Jasmine said that Sam should be the one answering questions regarding their rumored relationship.

"A lady shouldn't be the one defining it, especially when it's such a private part of who I am. When it comes to personal matters, even it was a family matter, I want to keep it private, learn how to handle it in my own little world. Whatever status he says it is, I will say my part once he has done his," she said.

Tony Mabesa to hold acting workshop in Davao

Sat, 06/08/2013 - 16:59

SEASONED actor Tony Mabesa is set to hold basic acting workshop for film actors at the Cinematheque Davao from June 20 to 23.

Mabesa, a director, actor and professor, is one of the icons of the Philippine theater and cinema. He immersed himself in his craft, studying theater and the arts at the University of California and the University of Hawaii, and backpacking through Europe to watch the best stage performances.

Charice lesbian revelation makes international headlines

Fri, 06/07/2013 - 14:22

CHARICE'S revelation of her true individuality over the weekend has reached international headlines.

The international pop sensation made headlines locally last Sunday when she revealed in an exclusive interview with King of Talk Boy Abunda on "The Buzz" that she is a lesbian and had same-sex relationships in the past.

Jolo Revilla, Jodi Sta. Maria go on vacation with kids

Fri, 06/07/2013 - 14:21

SHOWBIZ couple Jodi Sta. Maria and Jolo Revilla are currently on vacation break with their respective kids.

Charice says goodbye to miniskirts, high heels

Thu, 06/06/2013 - 15:23

"IPAPAGAWA ko ng museum," this was Charice's reply to the entertainment press when she was asked about her plans on the girly clothes she used to wear before revealing her true identity in public.