Philippines Celebrity

Willie Revillame has finally decided not to run into politics

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:09:00 +0000

Revillame said that he won't jump into the politics unless he is sure that Filipinos really want him to run.
"Saka ako, pakikiramdaman ko muna kung gusto talaga ako ng taong tumakbo, hindi 'yong gusto ko, kasi madaling tumakbo," Revillame said.

The popular host even shared the advice he got from King of Comedy Dolphy on politics. According to Revillame, Dolphy told him that it's easy to run, but what you will do after you win is the biggest problem.
"Tama si tito Dolphy. Kapag nanalo ka, ano ang gagawin mo? Dapat ready ka na, ngayon palang nagpi-prepare ka na dahil kapag nanalo ka, dapat ito ang gagawin ko, dapat open na ako (na) ito ang pera ko hanggang sa single cent mo, alam ng tao you know talagang serbisyo," Revillame explained.

Revillame believes that it's really hard to be a politician since all the things you do are magnified.

"You know mahirap kasing magsilbi ng hindi bukal sa loob mo dapat ready ka na for that (kasi) mata mo lang ang walang latay diyan. Kasi kapag tumakbo ka, ang hahanapin sa iyo diyan 'yong kasamaan mo hindi naman 'yong kabutihan mong ginagawa. Ang hahanapin sa iyo ng tao diyan ay 'yong ginawa mong mali and not 'yong ginawa mong tama," Revillame said.

Actress Niña Jose shot down speculations that she had a "boob job"

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:45:00 +0000

In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Jose said she has nothing against people who undergo cosmetic surgery, but insisted she had never tried it. "It's just, it's not me. I'm not that type. I'm scared (of cosmetic surgery)," she said.

Jose is the 2010 calendar girl for a popular brand of liquor that produces sexy posters of women in skimpy clothing or bikinis. She had previously posed in equally skimpy attire for the covers of men's magazines like FHM (March 2008) and Maxim (February 2009).

Jose took the "boob job" rumors as a compliment, saying she is glad that people think her breasts and nose are too good to be true.

"Well, I'm happy they think I look good. They think may pinagawa ako. So okay lang. My face is real. My boobs are real, everything is real," she said.

Jose has a regular stint on the gag show "Banana Split" and is currently part of the ABS-CBN afternoon show "Nagsimula sa Puso" with Maja Salvador and Coco Martin.

She is also taping for the movie "Mano Po 6" under Regal Films, which is an official entry to this year's Metro Manila Film Festival.

Six "Pinoy Big Brother" (PBB) reality show contestants face eviction this week

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:02:00 +0000

"Pinoy Big Brother: Double Up" housemates were still reeling from the departure of Katlin, a contestant from Big Brother Finland, and Delio's eviction when they heard the announcement.

Those nominated for eviction include 2 individuals from House A and 4 from House B.

It has been almost a month since the contestants shacked up in a house equipped with numerous cameras so the public can view their activities, and a confession room where they interact with an all-seeing, seemingly omnipresent "Big Brother."

In House A, Yuri was nominated for eviction (5 votes) for constantly sleeping, while Tom was nominated for eviction (6 votes) because his housemates feel he is "too bossy and opinionated" in certain instances.

In House B, Tibo and Paul Jake received the most eviction nominations (5 votes) each because their housemates reportedly felt that they miss their loved ones too much.

Housemate Jason, meanwhile, was nominated for eviction with 3 votes because he reportedly violated too many of the house rules.

Also with 3 votes for eviction, Carol is said to be unable to adjust to the stresses inside the Pinoy Big Brother House.

Meanwhile, Housemate Cathy has returned to the Philippines from the exchange program with Big Brother Finland.

Those nominated for eviction can be saved by viewers who text in their votes via 2311 for Globe, TM, Sun Cellular, and Bayan Wireless users; and 231 for Smart and Talk n' Text subscribers.

Audiences can also vote online at www.pinoybigbrother.com/vote.

Delio Dimaculangan is the latest evictee in “Pinoy Big Brother (PBB) Double Up”

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:54:00 +0000

The cook from Batangas got the lowest number of text votes (5.43%) among fellow nominees for the second eviction Jason Francisco (51.42%), Tom Mott (22.78%), Patrick Villanueva (14.23%), and Mariel Sorino (6.40%).

This is the first time the new House B lost a housemate to eviction. Housemates in House B were speechless when host Toni Gonzaga called on Delio to make his exit.

Delio’s final week inside the Big Brother house was utterly dramatic. He got into an argument that left the usual joker Melisa Cantiveros in tears. He also had a misunderstanding with his other housemates amidst the rehearsal for the Cultural Show weekly task.

A couple of nights ago, the Batangueño almost made a voluntary exit when he had too much to drink and became deeply emotional.

As he was welcomed in the outside world by his sister and young nephew, Delio thanked the people who supported him in his month-long stay inside the Big Brother house. He said that being a housemate taught him the value of standing by his principles.

In his final message, Delio told his housemates to continue their good work in weekly tasks.

Meanwhile, with Delio’s goodbye, the housemates will say hello again to Cathy Remperas who just left Big Brother Finland where she lived for one week for the Big Swap. Cathy is ready to share her experience of having a taste of the Finnish culture.

A million downloads of KC Concepcion song "Impossible"

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:52:00 +0000

Singer and actress KC Concepcion has made Philippine music history with the song "Impossible", according to a representative from Sony BMG Philippines.

The song, included in Concepcion's first album "a.k.a. Cassandra", was reportedly downloaded a million times from mobile service providers like Globe, ever since the song's release around 4 months ago.

"I'd like to mention that KC has the most number of downloads ever in the Philippines. Naka 1 million mark na kami for 'Impossible.' Wala pang nakaka-achieve nuon. Si KC palang. Sobrang hit ang 'Impossible'," Vic Valenciano, Artist and Repertoire (A&R) Director of Sony BMG Philippines, told abs-cbnNEWS.com.

Sarah Geronimo said she was initially alarmed of Kimerald fans' violent reactions

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:47:00 +0000

Fans of the Anderson - Kim Chiu "love team" were opposed to the on-screen pairing between Geronimo and Anderson, and some openly criticized Geronimo for it.

"Masyado nang maraming nasasabing hindi maganda sa amin. [There are so many bad things said about us (Sarah and Gerald)," Geronimo told the gossip show "The Buzz" on Sunday.

The singer said she understands why fans of Chiu and Anderson are reluctant to break up their favorite "love team", but that she had never forced to pair up with Anderson- both on-screen and off-screen.

"Naiintindihan ko lahat 'yong mga fans ng 'Kimerald' (short for Kim and Gerald), wala sa akin 'yon. Hindi ko po kasi ipinagpipilitan ang sarili ko na makapareha si Gerald. Wala na, tapos na po. Ako na po ang nagsasabi na itigil na po natin [ang issue] kasi hindi maganda ang nagiging resulta," she said.

[I understand all the fans of Kimerald, that's nothing to me. I never forced myself to pair with Gerald. It's done, it's over. I'm asking everyone to stop making an issue out of it, because the results are not good.]

"The Buzz" host Boy Abunda, meanwhile, praised the singer for wanting to "stay out of trouble."

Abunda, who spoke in Geronimo's defense, described her as "shy and quite off-stage" and that Geronimo is a "good girl who always stays close to her family."

Though demure off-stage, Geronimo reportedly transforms into a daring performer onstage.

Her recent concert titled "Record Breaker" and held at the Araneta Center in Cubao on November 7 was attended by thousands of Geronimo's fans and celebrity friends filled up all the 25,000 seats at the stadium.

Present to show their support were Anne Curtis, Rachelle Ann Go, Christian Bautista, Iya Villania, and Regine Velasquez, among others.

Rock Princess Yeng Constantino denies lesbian rumor

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:35:00 +0000

Rock Princess Yeng Constantino may not wear high heels and sexy clothes like other girls, but she said this does not mean that she is a lesbian.

Constantino made this clarification amid rumors about her sexual preference. The “Pinoy Dream Academy” season 1 grand winner said the rumors may have stemmed from the fact that she doesn't love to dress up much.

"Pero ang masasabi ko doon ay hindi naman ako 'yong typical o stereotype na babae na kikay o naka-heels or whatever. Pero it doesn't mean na [I'm lesbian]," the singer said.

She added: "Alam ko [may nagdududa]. Hindi ko naman kasi maple-please ang lahat kahit anong gawin ko.”

The 20-year-old singer, who is promoting her third album called “Lapit,” in fact revealed that she has a huge crush on a popular guy musician. She, however, declined to identify him.

Currently, Constantino is busy promoting her latest CD, which is co-produced by former Eraserheads' drummer Raymund Marasigan.

Included tracks in Constantino's album are "Wag Kang Magtanong," "Jeepney," "Love Story," "Pag Ayaw Mo Na," "Siguro," "Takas," "Maghintay," "Wag Na," "Akin Ka Na," "Siguro" and "Lapit" as its carrier single.

Christian Bautista is not pursuing former girlfriend Rachelle Ann Go

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:12:00 +0000

Asia's Pop Idol Christian Bautista is not pursuing former girlfriend Rachelle Ann Go despite her recent split with Gabriel “Gab” Valenciano.

“I’m really sad that it happened to them. And I’d pray for them,” Bautista said. "I'm still maintaining my friendship with her.”

Bautista said that what matters is that he and Go are friends. Besides, he added, he is not looking for love right now.

When asked what happened to his relationship with singer Karylle, who was once romantically linked to him, he replied: "We are friends lang. Sometimes you got to a point na when you get to know someone na feeling mo in the end parang pang friends kayo. So it went there."

Bautista is also busy with his career. Recently, the “ASAP ‘09” host recorded the Indonesian version of Jose Mari Chan's hit "Please Be Careful With My Heart" with Indonesian singer Bunga Citra Lestari.

He is also one of the guests in Sarah Geronimo’s “Record Breaker” concert at the Araneta Coliseum on November 7. Charlie Green and “Kanto Boys” will also perform in the concert.

“I’m very happy na in-include nila ako as guest list,” Bautista said.

Star-studded Political Advertisement for Noynoy

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:37:00 +0000

Sports personalities and celebrities from both Kapamilya and Kapuso networks have appeared in the three-minute “Hindi Ka Nag-iisa” TV advertisement of presidential aspirant Sen. Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III.

Some of these celebrities were ABS-CBN talents Sharon Cuneta, Boy Abunda, Anne Curtis, Bea Alonzo, Bianca Gonzalez, Ai-Ai delas Alas, Mariel Rodriguez, and Kris Aquino, Noynoy’s youngest sibling; GMA 7 stars Regine Velasquez, Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera and Ogie Alcasid.

Velasquez, known as Asia’s Songbird, belted out the “Hindi ka Nag-iisa” theme song.

Basketball players led by Kris’ husband, James Yap, also participated in the TV ad.

"I'm so proud of the fact that Noy's video had the best of both networks. So, parang they dedicated their services to Noy because they believe in him,” Kris said.

Kris added that the celebrities agreed to appear in the campaign ad for free.

According to her, the second part of the political ad will come out soon and it will feature more celebrity supporters of Noynoy.

Abs Cbn Christmas ID 2009 - Bro ikaw ang star ng pasko

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:29:00 +0000

The Kapamilya network launched its Christmas station ID (SID) put together by its Creative Communications Management (CCM) group. This year’s SID features not only the network’s stars and broadcasters, but ordinary people from different sectors as well.

CCM head Robert Labayen wrote a song for the five-minute SID, which reflects the “unsinkable” spirit of the Filipinos. The SID song was performed by more than 300 talents pooled together for the project.

Labayen added that the SID encourages the Filipinos to bounce back after the calamities, and reminds the public that “goodness shines the brightest in the darkest hours.”

“And the message comes from the song. We have the stars singing together with the heroes–workers, soldiers, the medics, volunteers, church--from all sectors of society. They come together to rebuild our lives again,” Labayen said.

The SID concept this year is not only simpler compared to previous years, but more “uplifting.”

“Dati kasi, ang gusto natin masaya lang, masayang pasko. It's about our family. Pero this time, it’s about Filipinos,” said Danie Rose Sedilla-Cruz, CCM’s creative account head.

Sedilla-Cruz said the SID also highlights the fact that Christ is the source of light, but all of us are bearers of it.

She said: “Better to light one little candle than to stumble in the dark. Bawat isa sa atin, pagkatapos noong nangyari, nalaman mo sa sarili mo na meron kang magagawa.”

PBB Big Swap Update: Kätlin up for a fiesta-like welcome party

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 11:24:00 +0000

House A heartily welcomed their new housemate, Kätlin, and in line with the welcome party, Big Brother gave them sumptuous Filipino dishes to munch on.

After dinner, they all proceeded to the pool area for a rather cozy luau party where alcoholic drinks were served.

Rob and Marielle ended up getting extremely drunk. With the two intoxicated housemates getting uncontrollable, some House A housemates couldn’t help but feel a little irritated up until they have all gone to bed to call the night off.

Speaking of beds, Cathy comes across with a rather shocking revelation. To her surprise, she discovered that Big Brother Finland only has one huge bed for all the housemates. Upon learning this, she explained how Pinoy Big Brother House actually separates girls’ bedroom from boys’; a quite intriguing revelation for all the Finnish housemates, most especially for her new admirer, Aso.

Given the cultural barrier, and the extremely different arrangement, how could Cathy possibly keep up with her new set of housemates? Stay tuned on the latest updates of Pinoy Big Brother Double Up to find out.

“Star for All Seasons” and current Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos is celebrating her 56th birthday today

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:42:00 +0000

“Star for All Seasons” and current Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos is celebrating her 56th birthday today, but there will be no grand celebration for her this year.

As early as 8 a.m. Tuesday, Santos has been distributing relief goods to typhoon victims in Batangas, particularly in 3rd district of the province.

This was revealed Tuesday morning by Jojo Lim, over-all president of fans club “Vilma Santos International.”

“Maagang gumising si Ate Vi para mamigay ng mga relief packages sa mga kawawang mamamayan ng 3rd district of Batangas,” said Lim.

“This is her way of celebrating her birthday today,” he added.

Santos, Maria Rosa Vilma Santos-Recto in real life, has been planning a region-wide relief work not only to those affected by the recent typhoons Ondoy, Pepeng, and Santi, but to those who are needy and underprivileged as well.

A couple of months ago, the governor of Batangas gave out computer sets to deserving public elementary schools in the area.

The computers have been donated by her fans abroad, some of whom are married to foreigners.

“Ganyan kaming ‘Vilmanians.’ Kahit na wala na kami sa Pilipinas, basta may maibibigay lang kaming tulong sa mga impoverished kababayans natin lalo na sa Batangas, we will help,” said Lim.

Unlike in the past where Santos had big birthday bash, this year’s celebration is very simple, said Lim, who organized a group of active “Vilmanians” to pull off a surprise asalto to the actress.

According to Lim, Santos’ relief operation in 3rd district is scheduled the whole day, but other towns have been requesting that she also visits them, with or without the relief goods.

“Ang mga Batangueño, kahit makita lang si Vi ngayong araw na ito, okay na, mabati man lang nila ng happy birthday,” volunteered Lim.

After the day’s done, the Rectos will host a private birthday dinner for Santos.

Santos is married to former socioeconomic planning secretary Ralph Recto. They have one son, Ryan Christian. She is also the loving mother of Luis "Lucky" Manzano, her son from her previous relationship with actor-host Edu Manzano.

“Sina Ralph at Christian, ngayon pa lang, naghahanda na para kay Vi,” informed Lim. “Ngayon, bising-busy na sila sa relief drive nila at nagbabahay-bahay na si Vi,” said Jojo.

Actress-singer Jolina Magdangal is dating Rivermaya’s drummer Mark Escueta

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:34:00 +0000

Magdangal made this confirmation in an interview during the 1st PMPC Star Awards for Music last week.

"We share the same music," Magdangal told “SNN: Showbiz News Ngayon.” “Hindi ko na [napansin] kung anong araw [naging] kami, anong anniversary. Parang alam mong destiny. Happy, happy kami."

Magdangal confessed that her family approves of Escueta. Her parents even invite him to join them in family gatherings, she added.

"Nakikita nila ‘yong respeto na binibigay sa kanila. And I think lahat ng magulang, 'yon lang ang hinahanap sa partner ng anak nila,” she said.

The 31-year-old singer-actress, however, is not thinking of settling down just yet, saying she’s taking her time.

"Ibang usapan 'yan, pero hindi pa naman. Maaga naman masyado pero hindi naman ako nagko-close ng door sa ganyan (marriage). Hindi na tayo nagpapa-sweet. Ang time ko darating yan at hindi naman tayo nagmamadali," Magdangal said.

Angel Locsin is confident that John Lloyd Cruz won’t ‘disappoint’ her

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:41:00 +0000

After Only You, Angel Locsin’s next teleserye will be with John Lloyd Cruz, something she is supposed to work on after she finishes her movie with Aga Muhlach. She has said in her previous interviews that having the chance to work with a brilliant actor like John Lloyd is every actress’s dream. Moreover, she was told by the people who had worked with Lloydy that he is also very fun to work with.

“Ibang umarte si John Lloyd. Looking forward ako na makatrabaho si Lloydy base sa mga naririnig ko, like sa mga past directors na nakatrabaho niya at mga artista. Sobrang fun daw niyang makatrabaho at marami ka raw matututunan,” Angel revealed.

The actress also heard that John Lloyd said that he felt pressured after learning that Angel was all praise for him and that he hoped that he would not disappoint his future leading lady. Angel affirmed that she is certain that she won’t get disappointed with the actor and the only thing that would do so is if the project would be called off.

Rica Peralejo reveals her plans after her wedding

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:32:00 +0000

Aside from being busy with wedding preparations, Rica Peralejo is already planning her life during the first few months of her marriage. At the top of her and husband-to-be Joseph Bonifacio’s to-do list is finding the perfect home where they could start building a life together. “Ang inaasikaso namin right now actually is where we’re going to live. The question lang is where ba talaga kasi I have a condo in Eastwood and we’re looking at the possibility of living there. But then it’s a three-bedroom unit so we don’t really need that. Ang hirap din pala na madami kang options, but at the same time, it’s a blessing because you would rather have options than none at all ‘di ba?” she told ABS-CBN.com during the Star Magic concert rehearsal last Monday, October 26.

As early as now, the 28-year old host/actress shared that she and her mom would sometimes get sentimental about the fact that things won’t be the same when she finally gets married. “Dinadaan namin sa patawa-tawa kasi hindi naman kami madrama pagdating sa mga ganyan. Pero there was this one time, parang nagtext ako sa kanya na, ‘Ma, saan ba nakakabili ng balikbayan boxes?’ Tapos tinanong niya ako kung para saan. Sabi ko, ‘E siyempre ‘pag naglipat ako ng gamit.’ Nalungkot siya bigla at pati na rin ako. Kasi siyempre 28 years kaming magkasama. And unti-unti mong naalala yung pagaalaga sa ‘yo ng mom mo or even simple things like, ‘Grabe ang sarap ng adobo niya,’” she exclaimed.

Apparently, Rica has yet to develop her skills in the kitchen which, she realized, doesn’t come naturally to women in general. Fortunately, her husband-to-be knows that he shouldn’t expect too much from her in that regard. “When we meet with couples or when I see role models for me na mag-asawa, nakikita ko talaga hindi lang yung importance or yung mga must-do ‘pag mag-asawa na kayo, but it’s more of what brings joy into your home, what provides comfort, yun talagang touch of a woman. So I really want to learn how to cook. Nandun ako sa point na I’m super clueless about the kitchen. At the same time, very understanding naman ang aking fiancé so walang problema. Ako lang yung nagprepressure sa sarili ko,” she added with a laugh.

While she is determined to finish her Creative Writing course in Ateneo, Rica also revealed that she plans to take a leave of absence first to concentrate on her new duties as a wife. “Hindi muna ako papasok for a sem kasi when you get married, you want to give your husband-to-be your hundred percent. He's committing his lifetime to you and you are too. I don’t want to start on the wrong foot na parang, nag-uumpisa pa lang tayo, wala na akong time para sa ’yo. Okay lang naman kasi I’m not rushing. When I go back to school, I’ll just work double time,” she explained.

As far as her showbiz career is concerned, Rica was happy to say that she would still continue hosting for Umagang Kay Ganda since it’s not taking too much of her time. “Ang deal lang naman namin (with Joseph) is as long as it doesn’t get in the way of our relationship and building a family eventually, okay lang sa kanya na magtrabaho ako.” But when asked how soon are they going to start a family, Rica was quick to say that she hopes that it would come after they get used to their married life first. “After a year or two siguro. We want to enjoy each other and a build a house first. Kaya lang sobrang hilig namin sa bata. So ang problema namin ngayon, how do you control this, kasi gustong gusto na talaga namin magka-baby. Ang gusto namin three or four max,” she revealed.

John Lloyd Cruz admits he misses doing a teleserye

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 05:21:00 +0000

Kamakailan lamang ay nag-renew ng contract si John Lloyd Cruz with ABS-CBN at sinabing nakapaloob sa kontrata ang paggawa ng dalawang teleserye. Sa kasalukuyan ang pinagkakaabalahan ni Lloydy ay isang concert na gagawin sa Europe at pagkatapos ay sisimulan na ang pelikulang muling pagtatambalan nila ni Bea Alonzo.

Inaasahan naman ng aktor na pagkatapos ng pelikula ay magsisimula na siya sa pag-shoot ng kanyang bagong teleserye. Sambit ni Lloydy, nami-miss na nga niya ang paggawa ng teleserye. “Nakaka-miss ‘yung gabi-gabing nakakasama ka ng mga sumusuporta sa ‘yo o nagmamahal sa ‘yo,” kuwento ni John Lloyd. “And kung mabibigyan lang kami ng magandang storya mga interesting na kasama sa trabaho, mapa-director mga co-actors, walang dahilan para hindi ko ma-miss at balikan ang telebisyon.”

Sa pagkakaalam umano ng aktor, sa pagbabalik niya sa telebisyon ay magkakaroon siya ng bagong leading lady. “I’ll be doing something with Angel Locsin, sa tingin ko,” pag-amin ni Lloydy. “Pero alam n’yo naman how things can change in this business baka mabago pa rin pero ang alam ko as of today, it’s with Angel.”

Nabanggit din niya na ang planong pagtambalin sila ni Angel ay nagsimula na mula pa noong maging Kapamilya si Angel noong 2007. “Matagal-tagal na akong nakapila simula nang pumasok siya (Angel) dito. Heto mukhang mangyayari na.”

Bea Alonzo Photos

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 06:40:00 +0000

Bea Alonzo Profile

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 05:12:00 +0000

Bea Alonzo was born Phylbert Angellie Ranollo Fagestrom on October 17, 1987 is a Filipina actress and singer. Her father is British while her mother is Filipina.

Bea Alonzo had always dreamed of being in show business. Growing up without a father since the age of four,she has nonetheless managed to strike it out on her own.

She joined beauty contests at a very young age and she was moderately successful in this endeavor. It was in a small town beauty contest that she was discovered by famed Filipino fashion designer Oscar Peralta who then brought her to the attention of talent manager Archie Ilagan. The latter presented Bea to the head of the ABS-CBN Talent Center Johnny Manahan who inducted her into the Star Circle Batch 10. There she would be given a wide-range of acting lessons which later helped her land a part in the teen-oriented drama / comedy K2BU.

At the age of 15, she was cast as 20 year old law student Katrina Argos in the TV drama Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay.

Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay paved the way for the John Lloyd-Bea loveteam. They now have four successful teleseryes: It Might Be You, Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin and Maging Sino Ka Man and Maging Sino Ka Man: Ang Pagbabalik.

In June 2008, She released her debut album The Real Me under Star Records.It was also in mid-2008 when Bea was announced to play the leading character of the most coveted role as Betty Pengson in the worldwide popular TV sitcom Yo Soy Betty La Fea originated from Colombia (the local Filipino version will be entitled "I Love Betty La Fea").

Sis contests Kris' baby plan

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:05:00 +0000

The oldest sister of Kris Aquino is opposed to the idea of the actress-television host getting pregnant again.

Kris, who announced that she and husband cager James Yap are planning to have another baby, said on “The Buzz” Sunday that her Ate, Ballsy, is afraid especially after what happened to the wife of Makati Councilor Jejomar Erwin Binay Jr.

Former actress Kennely Ann Lacia-Binay died due to complications arising from a difficult pregnancy.

“She said, ‘Krissy naman, if something happens to you next year, I will also want to die,’ [I told her], ‘Let’s pray. I won’t do anything scientific but, if it comes, that means God’s will,” Kris said, recalling her conversation with her sister.

Kris also had a difficult pregnancy with her second child, Baby James.

The Aquino siblings recently lost their mother, former president Corazon Aquino, who died after fighting cancer for more than year.

Following Mrs. Aquino’s death, many speculated that Kris might get involved in politics. Kris immediately shot down the speculation, saying her family is her top priority. She also announced her plan to have a baby girl.[Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com]

Kris said she and her four siblings miss their mom terribly

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 10:04:00 +0000

Kris said she and her four siblings miss their mom terribly. She disclosed that up until now she still talks to the former president because she wants “to hold on and have conversations with my mom.”

“The Buzz” host admitted that she still cannot stop crying whenever she talks about her or do things that will remind her that her mom is no longer with her.

She said she even wrote down all the lessons she learned from her. And she cries every time she reads them, she added.

‘We all miss her. My sisters said, ‘Huwag ka nang umiyak sa TV.’ Kasi kapag umiyak [ako], naiiyak din sila. But I miss her. Nakaka-miss talaga,” she said.

Kris said there were instances when she could feel the presence of her mom. She said she felt her presence again before going to work Sunday.

“Kasi I kept saying kagabi, ‘Mom, I miss you.’ I think she was just trying to tell me, ‘Tigilan mo na. Huwag ka nang umiyak.’”

Kris promised to wear black in her shows up until her mother’s birthday next year.[Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com]

Mar, Korina's wedding date set

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:59:00 +0000

Months after announcing their engagement on television, Sen. Manuel “Mar” Roxas II and ABS-CBN News chief correspondent Korina Sanchez have finally unveiled the date of their much-anticipated wedding.

The high-profile couple announced on “The Buzz” that they are tying the knot on October 23.

The senator said they chose to get married in October because that month is special to them. Sanchez and his brother, Dinggoy, were both born in October, Roxas explained. Dinggoy passed away after battling cancer.

“[Iyong date na] 23 swerte sa amin ‘yan, both in astrology at Chinese calendar. Sa numerology naman sinabi nila 2 at 3 kapag pinagsama, 5, buntis. Maganda iyon,” Roxas said.

“The Buzz” reported that Roxas and Sanchez are still looking for the “perfect church” within Metro Manila. Among the churches being considered are Santo Domingo Church and Manila Cathedral, the entertainment show said.

Event organizer Mike Niñana said the couple wants a big church that will not only accommodate their respective families and friends but the public as well.

“Ang gusto nila invited ang public, magkasya. So ang importante, people's church. Pangalawa malaki, magkasya lahat, hindi lang iyong mga kaibigan nila. Alam mo naman sila public figures,” Niñana said.

The two have not been spared from speculations ever since they announced their engagement early this year. Rumor has it that Roxas, a possible presidential contender in 2010 elections, was merely using Sanchez for his political ambition.

The popular broadcaster, however, scoffed at insinuation that the two of them are settling down only to boost Roxas’ reported bid for the presidency.

The broadcaster told StarStudio magazine that she and Roxas, her boyfriend of five years, are getting married because they believe now “is the best time for both of us” to do so.[Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com]

Willie Revillame says he may just leave show

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 09:47:00 +0000

The case of the “grossly unethical conduct” of “Wowowee” host Willie Revillame during the show’s Aug. 3 episode was the subject of an adjudication committee hearing at the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board offices in Quezon City on Thursday afternoon.

MTRCB chief Marissa Laguardia said Revillame and ABS-CBN, which produces and airs “Wowowee,” were asked to present evidence in their defense against the charge of violating Section 3c of PD 1986, for “being objectionable and contrary to ... customs and traditions paying respect to the dead.”

The complaint stemmed from Revillame’s objection to the insertion of videos of the late President Corazon Aquino’s cortege on the show. In a memorandum sent to the network on Aug. 11, Laguardia described Revillame’s behavior as a show of “arrogance and great disrespect to Filipino culture.” She said the TV host also violated the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas’ code of ethics.

The three-member adjudication board was chaired by lawyer Sonny Cases. Lawyers Mona Manalo and Cherry Cruz represented ABS-CBN. Revillame’s legal counsel Armando Marcelo attended on his behalf.

Another hearing has been set for Aug. 20.

Crucial hearing

Cases vowed to be “fair in resolving this case.” He said the show may be suspended or canceled, and if criminal liability is determined, “the guilty party” faces up to six years in prison. “Next week’s hearing is crucial,” said Cases.

Revillame is still on “indefinite” leave from the daily show even if Kris Aquino, in an interview on Monday on the late-night show biz program “SNN,” said her family has accepted Revillame’s apology.

Many viewers are apparently not as forgiving. At press time, 48,165 have signed an online petition seeking to ban Revillame from show biz. Revillame said he may just leave the show. “Even if I have the support of the network and the advertisers, kung ayaw na ng tao sa akin, what’s the use?”

Laguardia noted that another case has been filed against the TV host before the KBP. She said that, in a letter addressed to KBP president Herman Basbano, Arlene de Guzman-Ronquillo accused Revillame of “psychological violence” on account of some careless remarks

In October 2008, Ronquillo said, Revillame told a contestant: “May kaibigan ako gustong makipagkilala sa iyo ... binata daw siya ... si Raymond Ronquillo.” Raymond and Arlene are married, with children aged 12, 11 and 3.

Arlene said Revillame repeated the remark in March 2009 and that last July 28, Revillame said one of the dancers was Raymond’s ex-girlfriend.

Revillame told Inquirer that this case is already with his lawyers. “Raymond told me he had long split up with his wife,” he said. “They obviously have unsettled issues.”[Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer]

Aquino siblings accept Willies apology

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:50:00 +0000

The children of the late former President Corazon “Cory” Aquino have accepted the apology of “Wowowee” host Willie Revillame. "For our family, we take Willie's apology for what it is -- an apology and we accept the apology. Wala po sa kamay namin kung ano ang mangyayari in the future, pero I can speak on behalf of my sisters and my brother, we accept his apology," Kris, Cory’s youngest daughter, said. The actress-host made this statement on “SNN: Showbiz News Ngayon” Monday night amid criticisms hounding Revillame. Kris returned to SNN after taking a break from work to take care of her ailing mother, who died on August 1 after fighting colon cancer for more than a year. Kris confirmed that Revillame talked to her two older sisters –Ballsy and Pinky – over the phone to apologize and explain his side. According to Kris, Pinky told Revillame that, notwithstanding his intention, some people probably got offended by the way he ordered the removal of the simultaneous live broadcast of their mother’s funeral procession from his noontime show last August 3. But Pinky said she and her siblings understood him, according to Kris. "Sorry siya ng sorry kay Pinky. And Pinky said, 'As far as I'm concerned Willie, it's finished. Let's move on. Okay, we accept your apology,’" Kris said. Revillame repeated his apology on August 9 when he talked to Ballsy. "Noong nagso- sorry si Willie kay Ate, sinabi ni Ate sa kanya, 'Alam mo Willie, noong time na nagkaroon ng problema ang puso mo…we were in Ate's house, kakakain lang namin ng dinner, naka-on ang TV sa TV Patrol. And niyaya namin ang mom na pumasok na sa kwarto kasi time na para mag-rosaryo." “And then mom said, ‘Wait, I want to know kung kumusta na si Willie.' And then Ate told Willie, 'Alam mo, mom really loved you and she really appreciated the fact na ang bait mo sa mga anak ni Kris.'" “And sinabi ni Ate sa kanya na, 'Willie as far as our family is concerned, nag-sorry ka na. Tinatanggap namin ang apology mo,’" Kris said. Sen. Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III also told Senate reporters that he was willing to accept Revillame’s explanation. “I take what he said at face value, na wala siyang insultong gustong iparating sa aming pamilya,” he said. He added: “Pero I understand he talked to our eldest sister, Ballsy, yesterday. At gusto ko lang tingnan, siguro nga naman hindi appropriate na may solemn occasion na parang kino-cover [tapos], on the other hand, meron kang show devoted to eliciting laugher and fun," Due to the controversy, Revillame went on an indefinite leave from "Wowowee." Sanctions Despite the Aquino siblings’ acceptance of Revillame’s apology, the Kapisanan ng Broadkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) will still look into the issue. “It’s a mitigating factor on the fact that the family was not offended… kahit may mitigating factor, it does not mean the complaint is not valid… depende kung ang complaint that was filed ay nagme-merit ng sanctions,” said KBP vice chairman Ruperto Nicdao Jr. in a radio dzMM interview. The KBP, which ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corp. is part of, received complaints from the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) and Jerry Yap, president of Alyansa ng Filipinong Mamamahayag (AFIMA), with regard to Revillame’s “unethical conduct.” On Monday, Diana Gozum, chairwoman of KBP standards authority (SA), asked the ABS-CBN management to answer the complaints within five days. The letter is addressed to Bong Osorio, head of ABS-CBN corporate communications. Nicdao said SA will decide whether to file a case against Revillame and ABS-CBN once it receives their replies. Based on KBP rules and regulations, for first offense, the organization can slap a monetary fine and reprimand on both Revillame and ABS-CBN. “This might be a grave offense kung saka-sakali. Kung light offense, P5,000 [ang multa], kapag serious, P10,000, at kapag grave P30,000 at reprimand,” he said. For second offense, the group can slap a monetary fine on ABS-CBN and Revillame and order their suspension. “So, ang hindi ko sigurado ngayon, if there was a previous violation of the same sort kay Willie at ABS-CBN that will merit a suspension,” he said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com

Willie Revillame violated code of ethics according to MTRCB

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:47:00 +0000

ABS-CBN noontime host Willie Revillame’s “objectionable" way of removing the live video of former President Corazon Aquino’s cortege from his popular midday program “Wowowee" last Monday violated the broadcast code of ethics, an official of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) said.

NO TO WILLIEThe online petition calling for TV host Willie Revillame's ouster from his "Wowowee" show in ABS-CBN has already attracted thousands of angry respondents.

As of 5 p.m. Saturday, Roel Saguisag's petition has gathered 16,642 signatures, with at least 40 new respondents every ten minutes. PetitionOnline noted that "Petition to Oust Willie Revillame" is the second most active petition on the site.

This is also the second time since Kevin Nadal's online petition for an apology from the "Desperate Housewives" producers in 2007 that a Filipino-made petition has generated such buzz on the site.

"Was it really hard for him to be humble and human?" Saguisag wrote in his petition, "Pres. Aquino taught us humility and Revillame is showing us the exact opposite."

Source: http://www.gmanews.tv

Willie on leave 'indefinitely'

noreply@blogger.com (YaaR) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 11:44:00 +0000

Willie Revillame is on leave “indefinitely” in the wake of the controversy generated by his order to cut the simultaneous live broadcast of the procession of President Corazon Aquino's remains from his noontime show last August 3. “Yes, naka-leave [siya]. From his (Revillame) own text [message] to me, indefinitely. Indefinitely, can be two days or three days,” Bong Osorio, head of ABS-CBN's corporate communications, told abs-cbnNEWS.com in a phone interview. In an interview with the entertainment website, Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP), Johnny Manahan, a Star Magic executive, said Revillame "has been asked to go on leave" beginning Monday, August 10. Revillame, YES! magazine's most powerful entertainer, has been conspicuously absent from his show since Saturday. His female co-hosts, Mariel Rodriguez, Pokwang, Valerie Concepcion and RR Enriquez, have taken over “Wowowee” in his absence. "He feels isolated and beleaguered... I don't know when he will be back. Maybe, he will soldier on and do the two-week leave, or again, he may be back next week. Meanwhile, he has a real time to rest, be alone, and contemplate the future," Manahan told PEP. Manahan defended Revillame from critics who have lashed at the host for being "arrogant." Contrary to criticisms, the Star Magic executive said the “Wowowee” host is "simple, compassionate and a pushover." Manahan also pointed out that the "Wowowee" host would never disrespect the late former president and her family. Manahan admitted though that Revillame did not carefully choose his words when he ordered a stop to the live broadcast. The live broadcast showed the transfer of Mrs. Aquino's body to Manila Cathedral from La Salle Green Hills on August 3, prompting an irked Revillame to have it cut. Revillame explained that it was inappropriate to broadcast the funeral procession while they were having fun inside the studio. Revillame's action last Monday drew instant criticism from various quarters, particularly in various online forums. On August 4, Revillame publicly apologized, but said he was standing by his decision to have the simultaneous broadcast removed on air. He also disclosed that he had asked ABS-CBN entertainment production head Linggit Tan to remove it, and that he only blew his top when he saw the broadcast again on the screen. He also said that he never meant to offend people. He said his only intention was to give respect and make the occasion a solemn one. Osorio, meanwhile, said Revillame has already “apologized and the Aquino family has accepted it.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com