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Marian Rivera Cries About Pregnancy Issue

2008-12-16T10:07:00.000+08:00

Marian Rivera admitted that she was offended by Karylle’s “controversial smile” regarding the pregnancy issue invoked by Boy Abunda on the Buzz last Sunday.

As the newest Kapuso to go ober-da-bakod, Karylle occupied the hot seat on the Buzz' “Tough Ten” segment where she answered the 10 tough questions that Boy Abunda thrown at her. Karylle answered 9 questions, 8 of which were all about Dingdong, Marian or both.

The no. 1 tough question goes: “Buntis ba si Marian Rivera?” Karylle did not answer anything but a figurative “smile.” Boy Abunda read between the lines and responded, “Salamat sa pagtitiwala.”

This afternoon, when the grand press conference of the MMFF movie “Desperadas 2″ was held at the Imperial Palace Suites, Marian was asked by the press if she’s indeed pregnant. At first, Marian jokingly answered “Pwede bang smile na lang din ang isagot ko?” Afterwards, the reigning primetime queen answered the question straight on, “Hindi po ako buntis.”

“Na-hurt ako sa kanya dahil kung ako ang tatanungin ng ganoong katanungan, ang isasagot ko, ‘Wala po akong alam diyan’ o ‘Wala po ako sa posisyon na sumagot diyan.’ Nagkaroon ng malisya ang pag smile-smile niya. Inaamin ko, na-hurt ako,” she added while she broke into tears.

“Na-offend talaga ako. Hindi naman ako tanga at lalong hindi na ako bata para magkamali ng ganoon na magpabuntis. Marami pa akong gustong mangyari sa career ko at kung mangyayari man yun, ako na ang magsasabi sa inyo. Isa pa, kung mag-boyfriend kami ni Dingdong, ako ang unang aamin dahil lahat naman ng naging boyfriend ko, naging proud ako.”

Then Marian hits back at Karylle without mentioning her name.

“Makakasagot naman siya [Karylle] dahil may alam naman siya. Sana hindi niya na lang idinaan sa pa-smile-smile.”

The question and answer was immediately discontinued. The reporters mobbed Marian afterwards.

Does Karylle’s Smile Confirms Marian Rivera's Pregnancy?

2008-12-16T10:06:00.000+08:00

Karylle’s "controversial smile" on Boy Abunda’s question regarding Marian Rivera’s alleged pregnancy ignited a bomb that is about to explode.

After her grandest welcome party at ASAP, Karylle occupied the hot seat of The Buzz for the segment “Tough 10 Questions.” She breezed through the first 9 questions of Boy Abunda until she heard the last and most difficult one which was:

“I know you have nothing to do with this pero sabi ko nga kasama ka sa kwentong ito, sa iyong pagkakaalam, Karylle, buntis ba si Marian Rivera?”

Karylle did not reply, kept silent and just smilingly stared back at Boy Abunda.

Prior to her transfer to ABS-CBN, Karylle broke up with her boyfriend of three years - Dingdong Dantes. Since Dingdong is paired with Marian Rivera, rumors abounded that the Primetime Queen is the cause of their break-up.

Karylle, however, denied the rumors and said that only her and Dingdong know the real reason of the break-up.

“I think kami lang ni ‘Dong ang makakalam talaga kung bakit kami naghiwalay. I mean we can explain and explain but it will never be fully sufficient. And I think even to this day, we don’t understand why we broke up. So, parang how can you even explain it to other person?” she said.

Miss World 2008 Winner is Kseniya Sukhinova of Russia

2008-12-16T10:05:00.000+08:00

Kseniya Sukhinova of Russia was declared Continental Queen of Europe and crowned Miss World 2008.

Official Results of the 58th Miss World Coronation Night:

1st Runner-Up: Parvathy Omanakuttan of India (Continental Queen of Asia Pacific)

2nd Runner-Up: Gabriella Walcott of Trinidad & Tobago (Continental Queen of Caribbean)

Finalists:

Brigith dos Santos of Angola

Tansey Coetzee of South Africa

World Designer Award: United States

Beauty With a Purpose Award: Trinidad & Tobago

Miss World 2008 Top 15 Semi-Finalists

2008-12-16T10:04:00.000+08:00

Fast Track Winners:

MEXICO, Espinoza Marroquin Anagabriela
RUSSIA, Kseniya Sukhinova
BARBADOS, Natalie Olivia Griffith
ICELAND, Alexandra Helga Ivarsdottir
TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO, Gabriella Walcott

Selected by the Board of Judges:

BRAZIL, Tamara Almeida Silva
VENEZUELA, Hannelly Quintero
UKRAINE, Irina Zhuravskaya
CROATIA, Josipa Kusic
ANGOLA, Brigith dos Santos
KAZAKHSTAN, Alfina Nassyrova
PUERTO RICO, Ivonne Orsini
SPAIN, Patricia Yurena Rodriguez Alonjo
SOUTH AFRICA, Tansey Coetzee
INDIA, Parvathy Omanakuttan

Dayo - 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival Entry

2008-12-16T10:03:00.000+08:00

Cutting Edge Productions will showcase Pinoy animation in the 2008 Metro Manila Film Fest entry "Dayo".

The creative team of "Dayo" consulted published literature on local mythology. The main reference is the book Creatures of Philippine Lower Mythology by Maximo Ramos.

"Dayo" aims to reintroduce the other side of mythical creatures like the tikbalang, kapre, manananggal, and aswang by giving a new dimension to these usual reviled creatures. "They are normally presented as predators or portrayed as villains," explains director Robert Quilao. "We created a new twist to these characters by transforming the scary manananggal into the friendly manananggol (defender) who acts as the guardian of Elementalia."

"Dayo" is a hybrid product of combining 2D and 3D animation, powered by Toon Boom using Macintosh and Linux platforms. 2D animation is used for the characters while 3D animation is used for the backgrounds especially for the big scenes.

Synopsis: "Dayo" is a heartwarming story of overcoming one's fear and triumphing over adversity. It centers on the 11-year-old Bubuy (voiced by Nash Aguas) who is out to save his abducted grandparents in the land of Elementalia, a magical and mystical world that houses many of the Philippines' mythical creatures and other enchanted elements. Along the way, Bubuy meets Anna Manananggirl (voiced by Katrina Legaspi), a teen manananggal (a winged creature that can separate her torso from her lower body) who befriends and helps Bubuy in his quest to rescue his grandparents.

Starring: Johnny Delgado, Katrina Michelle Legaspi, Laurice Guillen, Michael V., Nash Aguas, Noel Trinidad, Nova Villa, Pokwang .

Directed by: Robert Quilao

Showing: December 25, 2008

Desperadas 2 - 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival Entry

2008-12-16T10:02:00.002+08:00

A continuation of the story of four women with the same mother of different fathers - Ruffa Gutierrez, Rufa Mae Quinto, Iza Calzado, and Marian Rivera — with the addition of a fifth cast, Ogie Alcasid as their other half-sister.

Desperadas 2 is produced by Regal Films and directed by Joel Lamangan.

Showing in more than 100 theaters nationwide on December 25, 2008.

Shake, Rattle and Roll X - 2008 Metro Manila Fim Festival Entry

2008-12-16T10:02:00.001+08:00

Shake, Rattle & Roll X is Regal Entertainment's official entery to the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival
and the tenth installment of the Shake, Rattle & Roll film series.

Synopsis:

NIEVES

Nieves (Marian Rivera) is the town’s famous and lone Engkanto Slayer. When strange and unexplainable attacks began to strike the whole town, Nieves, teams up with her slayer in trainings: Junie (Robert "Buboy" Villar) and Kaysee (Jennica Garcia) to save the townsfolk from extinction.

CLASS PICTURE

Ten college students spend the weekend at their school to prepare an exhibit in exchange for lifting the suspension of their organization. But instead of getting busied with paper maches, and presentation, they find themselves haunted by the awakened spirit of a demented nun, Sr. Maria Belonia (Jean Garcia), who has put a curse on a class picture of her section in 1898.

EMERGENCY

When an obscure hospital becomes the target of wrathful blood hungry creatures (Mylene Dizon and Wendell Ramos), Jay (JC De Vera) the paramedic and his beloved Dr. Sarah (Roxanne Guinoo) must struggle together with other hospital residents to save their precious lives.

Starring:

NIEVES

Marian Rivera as Nieves
Jennica Garcia as Kaysee
Robert "Buboy" Villar as Junie
Diana Zubiri as Acacia
Luis Alandy as Dario
Marco Alcaraz as Celso
Jojit Lorenzo as Adonis
Desiree del Valle as Stacy
Iwa Moto as Hasmin
Chariz Solomon as Wai Lana

CLASS PICTURE

Kim Chiu as Joy
Gerald Anderson as Lui
Jean Garcia as Sister Maria Belonia
Andrea Torres as Issa
Stef Prescott as Pam
IC Mendoza as Pinky
Prince Stefan as Greg
Erich Gonzales as Anna
Niña Jose as Nicole
Eda Nolan as Blue
Charles Christiansen as Bojovi
Jeoff Monzon as Bugoy

EMERGENCY

JC de Vera as Jay
Roxanne Guinoo as Dr. Sarah
Mylene Dizon as Aswang Wife
Wendell Ramos as Aswang Husband
John Lapus as Julius
Eri Neeman as Ehrick
Janus del Prado as Dennis
Denise Laurel as Emily
Diane Medina as Dr. Sarah's Friend
Regine Angeles as Claire
Jamilla Obispo as Nicole

Directed by: Michael Tuviera and Topel Lee

Showing: December 25, 2008

Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat - 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival Entry

2008-12-16T10:01:00.001+08:00

Sequel to the original movie, Ang Tanging Ina, Ai-Ai Dela Alas stars once again in this hilarious comedy movie now titled "Ang Tanging Ina Nyong Lahat".

Ang Tanging Ina Nyong Lahat is Star Cinema's official entry to the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival. This time, Ina, with her full grown kids is up to becoming the president of the Philippines.

Starring Ai-Ai de las Alas as Ina, Eugene Domingo as Rowena, Nikki Valdez as Tudis, Carlo Aquino as Dimitri/Tri, Paula Peralejo as Portia/Por, Alwyn Uytingco as Tirso/Pip, Shaina Magdayao as Severina/Seven, Serena Dalrymple as Cate, Jiro Manio as Shammy, Yuki Kadooka as Ten-ten, Dennis Padilla as Eddie, John Prats as Jeffrey, Pinky Amador as Gretchen’s Mom
Mandy Ochoa as Gretchen’s Dad, Angelica Panganiban as Gretchen, and Ricci Chan.

Directed by Wenn Deramas, the movie is showing on December 25, 2008.

Iskul Bukol - 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival Entry

2008-12-16T09:59:00.000+08:00

Synopsis: Twenty years after, Vic Ungasis is now an excellent History professor at Wanbol University and has also successfully ventured in the field of archeology. Natagpuan niya ang Kali of Humabon na siyang nagbukas ng mystery, at hinahanap naman niya ang Kampilan ni Lapu-Lapu at gusto niyang mai-display na magkasama ang dalawang war relics. Ang Kampilan ay nasa pag-aari ni Shimata, a wealthy Japanese national whose main interest is the Peseta, na kasama ng Kampilan. Sinasabing ang Peseta ay isa na lamang sa natitirang 30 pieces of Judas' silver which will give immortality sa sinumang makakakuha nito. Unfortunately, nawawala ang Peseta nang makuha ni Vic ang Kampilan sa kailaliman ng tubig.

May nakasulat sa Kampilan at sa Kali na nagtuturo kung saan matatagpuan ang Peseta. Ninakaw ni Shimata ang Kali, pero hindi naman niya maintindihan kung ano ang nakasulat sa Kali. Nagpunta si Vic for a speaking engagement in Cambodia, madi-discover niya ang sekreto na kakabit ng mystery, nang makilala niya ang uncle and nephew na sina Samnang at Woog na hina-hunting ng mga tauhan ni Shimata. May kinalaman kaya ang paghahanap sa kanila sa Alibata inscription na nasa puwit ni Woog na kapareho ng inscription sa ninakaw na Kali? At bakit nagtatago rin sina Tito at Joey kay Shimata? At paano mai-involved ang buong barkada sa exciting but dangerous search for the all-powerful Peseta?

The title has been changed to "Escalera and Ungasis: 20 Years After," which will chronicle the events that transpired in the two decades since the TV series, when the Escalera brothers and Ungasis graduated from Wanbol University.

Mely Tagasa agreed to reprise her role as Miss Tapia and so did Anthony Roquel as Tonette Macho.

The role of Mang Temy however may be retired as a tribute to cast member Bing Angeles
who passed away in 2001.

The movie's title was changed again to "Iskul Bukol: 20 Years After" in order to gain strong audience recall, owing its large fanbase of people who grew up in the '70s and '80s watching the TV show.

Main Characters:

Tito Escalera (Tito Sotto) - One half of the Escalera brothers, who plots harebrained schemes in every episode.

Joey Escalera (Joey De Leon) - The other Escalera sibling. Miss Tapia has a crush on him.

Vic Ungasis (Vic Sotto) - the good-looking and smart teacher's pet with a chick-magnet personality. The Escaleras often pick on him during class.

Miss Tapia (Mely Tagasa) - Wanbol University's resident professor who often gets on the Escalera brothers' nerves.

Mang Temi (Bing Angeles) - the dark-complexioned operator of the university's cafeteria. His name is a play on the Filipino word "itim" (black or dark), rearranged the 70's Filipino way, "Tim-i" or "Tem-i," in the same manner as words in the vernacular are rearranged. Example: bath = ligo = go-li.

Tonette Macho (Anthony Roquel) - the gay student who plays as bestfriend of the fairest girl in class. He is also the nemesis of the Escalera Brothers.

Inang (Dely Atay-Atayan) - Vic's mother from the town of Tiaong, Quezon. Famous for her term of endearment "Bunsooyy!" whenever addressing Vic. The root word "bunso" is Tagalog for youngest child.

Joey Anson (Joey Albert) - a student whom Vic likes.

Redford White (Redford) - Mang Temi's houseboy

With special guest appearances of Sharon Cuneta,Ryan Agoncillo,Robert Villar,Carlene Aguilar, Francine Prieto, Gian Sotto, Oyo Boy Sotto, Keempee de Leon, Ciara Sotto, EB Babes, Benjie Paras, Jose Manalo, andJacky Woo

Iskul Bukol: 20 Year After is an official entry to the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival and is showing on December 25, 2008.

2008-12-16T09:57:00.001+08:00

Baler is the upcoming official entry of Viva Films in the upcoming 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival. The movie features the first team-up of Jericho Rosales and Anne Curtis.

Synopsis: Baler is a tale of an overwhelming love of a young Filipina named Feliza Reyes (Anne Curtis) and Celso Resurrecion (Jericho Rosales), a Spanish-Filipino soldier, set in the backdrop of 1898 wartime action between a 57-man Rifle Batallion of the Spanish military and the Filipino forces, more popularly known as the Seige of Baler.

Feliza is the beautiful daughter of Nanding (Phillip Salvador), who’s a member of therebel movement. This is the very reason why she and Celso have to keep their love a secret.

Nanding, whose primary goal is to completely wipe out the Spanish soldiers stationed in the town of Baler, can never accept Celso, a half- Indio, half Spanish soldier who chooses to serve the enemies more than the Filipino insurgents who are struggling and fighting for their independence, their freedom.

Feliza is in love with the man her father despises but who and what could stop the two young people who are madly in love with each other?

While we are drawn to the endearing story of a classic love that knows no time, place and race, we are also glided into the historic past to take a peek on what transpired inside the walls of the church of Baler where the last Spanish contingent (who are not aware that the war had actually ended), heroically defended Baler against the Filipino forces for 337 long and grueling days.

While Baler is a story of conflict, betrayal, suffering, self-preservation, selfishness,obstinacy, and self-interest, it is also a story of heroism, courage, love of freedom, patriotism,endurance, chivalry, humanity and above all, it also tells about a noble story of love in time of war--- the story of Feliza and Celso.

The movie also stars Phillip Salvador, Baron Geisler, Bernard Palanca, Carlo Aquino, Niki Bacolod, DJ Durano, Joel Torre, Mark Bautista, Michael de Mesa, and Ryan Eigenmann.

Baler is showing on Christmas day.

Karylle is Bench Body New Image Model

2008-12-16T09:56:00.000+08:00

Karylle is Single.

Karylle is Sexy.

Single is Sexy.

Yes, Karylle finally decided to go sexy, aw! And as part of her decision to change her image, she agreed to become a model for Bench Body, the underwear line of the famous clothing brand Bench. From a conservative singer, she will start be seen wearing only undergarments in Bench billboards and posters starting December 13, during the unveiling of her sexy billboard at TriNoma Mall in Quezon City.

Although Karylle refused to describe how sexy she will be on these promotional ads, she gave a slight idea on what she wore during her photo shoot.

"Iba-iba ang sinuot ko, e, may Mobo line din kasi. Mobo line is the one that made by London-based Filipino designer Lesley Mobo, who designs for Diesel.

"It was something that, you know, Bench presented na they want to get me to Bench Body. At first, hindi ko naisip na puwede ba akong mag-endorse ng underwear or something like that.

"Siyempre, kapag kaharap mo na si Mr. Ben Chan at feeling niya kaya mo 'yan, siyempre maniniwala ka naman. Maganda naman ang kinalabasan ng pictorial and I'm very happy about it."

Charice Pempengco on Good Morning America

2008-11-21T21:37:00.000+08:00

Philippine international singing sensation Charice performed in America’s top-rating morning show “Good Morning America.”

Charice appeared in the show to promote David Foster’s new CD-DVD “Hitman: David Foster & Friends.” Charice has two tracks in the album together with music icons Kenny G., Michael Buble, Josh Groban, Brian McKnight, Katharine McPhee, Andrea Bocelli and Celine Dion.

Charice performed the award-winning hit songs “I Have Nothing” and “I Will Always Love You” by Whitney Houston and received enthusiastic applause from the American audience.

David Foster is now producing the very first international) album of Charice which is set for release in the U.S. on early part of 2009.

The Amazing Race Asia 3 Official Winners

2008-11-21T21:32:00.000+08:00

The Amazing Race Asia Season 3 (TARA 3) official winner is best buddies Sam and Vince of Hongkong. They won the race’s cash prize of 100,000 U.S. dollars.

Philippine's Geoff Rodriguez and Tisha Silang, tagged as "dating couple", finished second. While friends Ida and Tania of Malaysia came in third place.

The Amazing Race Asia 3 started with 10 teams—which also include pairs from India, South Korea, and Thailand—but only three teams made it into the finish line.

The race began in Bangkok, Thailand and it ended in Phuket, Thailand. In between, the teams were able to go to Vietnam, Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, India, and Oman.

TARA is hosted by Allan Wu.

NUTAM October 2008 TV Ratings: Dyesebel Ruled October's Nationwide TV Ratings

2008-11-21T21:29:00.001+08:00

Dyesebel ended its run last October 2008 by being the no. 1 tv series nationwide.

After getting beaten by the Singing Bee last September, Dyesebel grabbed the lead again last October with 33.6% and topped the NUTAM race for Weekday primetime programs. On the daytime race, Wowowee still the no. 1 spot nationwide despite strong showings of GMA afternoon soap operas.

Another TV special ruled the weekend primetime race, this time it’s the grand dream night of Pinoy Dream Academy Little Dreamers. In the weekend daytime race, it’s still Wowowee on top.

Here are the Top 10 weekday and weekend programs for the month of October based on a survey conducted by AGB Nielsen among NUTAM households:

Top Weekday Programs (Daytime)

1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 22.6%
2. Una Kang Naging Akin (GMA-7) - 20.7%
3. Gaano Kadalas Ang Minsan (GMA-7) - 20.3%
4. El Cuerpo Del Deseo (ABS-CBN) - 19.7%
5. Pieta (ABS-CBN) - 19.2%
6. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 18.7%
7. Ligaw Na Bulaklak (ABS-CBN) - 18.6%
8. Street Fighter (GMA-7) - 18.1%
9. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) - 18%
10. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) - 17.7%

Top Weekday Programs (Primetime)

1. Dyesebel (GMA-7) - 33.6%
2. Dyosa (ABS-CBN) - 33%
3. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) - 32.3%
4. I Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) - 30.9%
5. Iisa Pa Lamang (ABS-CBN) - 30.1%
6. Gagambino (GMA-7) - 29.5%
7. Codename: Asero (GMA-7) - 29.4%
8. Ako Si Kim Samsoon (GMA-7) - 27.7%
9. La Lola (GMA-7) - 26.4%
10. Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal (ABS-CBN) - 25.9%

Top Weekend Programs (Daytime)

1. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) - 22.3%
2. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) - 20.1%
3. ASAP ‘08 (ABS-CBN) - 19%
4. Dragon Ball Z (GMA-7) - 18.7%
5. Your Song (ABS-CBN) - 17.6%
6. Cinema FPJ Da King on ABS-CBN (ABS-CBN) - 17.1%
7. Bakugan Battle Brawlers (GMA-7) - 15.6%
8. Wish Ko Lang! (GMA-7) - 15.4%
9. Takeshi’s Castle (GMA-7) - 15.2%
10. The Buzz (ABS-CBN) - 14.1%

Top Weekend Programs (Primetime)

1. Pinoy Dream Academy Little Grand Dream Night (ABS-CBN) - 37.5%
2. Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) - 31.1%
3. Komiks (ABS-CBN) - 30.4%
4. Pinoy Dream Academy Little Dreamers (ABS-CBN) - 28.1%
5. The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) - 26.7%
6. Rated K (ABS-CBN) - 26.3%
7. Bitoy’s Funniest Videos (GMA-7) - 25.7%
8. Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) - 24.9%
9. Kapuso Mo Jessica Soho (GMA-7) - 23.6%
10. That’s My Doc (ABS-CBN) - 23.4%

Figures courtesy of AGB Nielsen via PEP

“One True Love” Earns P10 Million on Its Opening Day

2008-11-21T08:40:00.001+08:00

GMA Films and Regal Entertainment reportedly announced that the movie “One True Love” starring Marian Rivera, Dingdong Dantes, and Iza Calzado earned 10 million pesos in gross sales on its opening day.

One True Love was given a "B" grade by the Cinema Evaluation Board and rated PG-13 by the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB).

It will also be sh0wn in Guam starting November 21 up to December 5. There will also be screenings in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Las Vegas, and Hawaii.

Rihanna on Gucci "Tattoo Heart Collection" Commercial

2008-11-21T08:39:00.000+08:00

Check out Rihanna’s new commercial for Gucci!

Gucci creative director Frida Giannini has said, “I wanted Rihanna on board with this project because she’s so young, so modern, and so iconic.”

Rihanna adds, “I have always been a fan of the Gucci brand and the products, especially their handbags. But most of all, I’m very very intrigued by what they’re doing with UNICEF. As an artist, I feel like it’s our duty to make it a better place if we can. I’m blown away by what UNICEF has been able to accomplish in Africa with the money that Gucci has donated to them. I’m very fortunate to be part of this wonderful collaboration.”

25% of all handbag proceeds from the “Tattoo Heart Collection” will benefit UNICEF.

Check out the commercial below and the behind-the-scenes video on YouTube.

Source: jared

Sharon Cuneta is Mad at Anne Curtis

2008-11-21T08:38:00.000+08:00

After watching (ho-hum!) both Anne Curtis and Sam Milby's much publicized break-up at the Buzz (on a separate occassion), the love triangle between them and KC Concepcion is now getting hotter, bigger, and more interesting. Why? Because Sharon Cuneta, KC's mega mom, is now part of this brouhaha.

According to showbizjuice.com, Sharon can't contain her anger when she learned that Anne continuous to badmouth KC about stealing her boyfriend Sam. Sharon furiously said, "Huwag niyang idamay and anak ko sa problema niya kay Sam, kung hinde ako ang makakalaban niya.

Kung sakaling ligawan ni Sam ang anak ko, kasalanan ba niya 'yun?!!!"

Jericho Rosales and KC Concepcion Team Up for Musical ‘Katy’

2008-11-21T08:37:00.000+08:00

Actor Jericho Rosales is very happy that the Metro Manila Film Fest (MMFF) committee is giving him a chance to work with KC Concepcion in the revival of the musical Katy. With music done by Jose Javier Reyes and conducted by Ryan Cayabyab, Katy will be staged at the Hotel Sofitel right after the MMFF Awarding Ceremonies on December 27.

Queen of Vaudeville Katy dela Cruz will be played by KC while Jericho will be portraying the role of Pepe, Katy’s one true love. “I feel very blessed to be working with very talented people, beautiful people…wow, that’s good news. Thank you,” Jericho stated.

GQ Magazine 2008 Men of the Year Honorees

2008-11-21T08:36:00.000+08:00

GQ magazine has published the list of GQ Men of the Year 2008. The four magazine covers are available on newsstands now and feature President-elect Barack Obama, Mad Men star Jon Hamm, leading man Leonardo DiCaprio and Olympic athlete Michael Phelps.

Michael Phelps, the world's greatest swimmer who won eight gold medals in the 2008 Beijing Olympics, has been honored as the 'Golden Boy of the Year' by GQ Magazine.

Other notable honorees in different fields include Leonardo DiCaprio "The Leading Man of the Year', James Franco 'Screen Idol of the Year', John Malkovich 'Mad Genius of the Year', Jason Statham 'Action Hero of the Year', and the newly-elected U.S. President Barack Obama 'Game Changer of the Year' award.

The only rose among the thorns is Megan Fox who was bestowed with the 'Obsession of the Year' award.

Here's the complete list of honorees for GQ Men of the Year Awards 2008:

CHAMPIONS: The Boston Celtics

DESIGNER OF THE YEAR: Thom Browne

LEADING MAN: Leonardo DiCaprio

VILLAIN: Aaro Eckhart

THE ARTIST: Shepard Fairey

KILLER YEAR: Brandon Flowers

SCREEN IDOL: James Franco

COMEBACK KID: Josh Hamilton

BREAKOUT: Jon Hamm

LEGEND: Ted Kennedy

THE MOGUL: Seth MacFarlane

MAD GENIUS: John Malkovich

FUNNYMAN: Danny McBride

RADIO GODS: MGMT + M.I.A.

COURT KING: Rafael Nadal

GAME CHANGER: Barack Obama

HEAVY MEDAL HERO: Chris Paul

DRAMA QUEEN: Sean Penn

LEADER OF THE YEAR: General David Petraeus

GOLDEN BOY: Michael Phelps

PRICK: Gordon Ramsay

DAREDEVIL OF THE YEAR: Alain Robert

ICON OF THE YEAR: Philip Roth

ACTION HERO: Jason Statham

LOCAL HERO OF THE YEAR: Neil Willenson

TOUGH GUYS OF THE YEAR: The Men Behind 'The Wire'

BOY GENIUS OF THE YEAR: Mark Zuckerberg

OBSESSION: Megan Fox

Diether Ocampo Transfers to GMA-7

2008-11-21T08:35:00.000+08:00

Diether Ocampo has jumped ober da bakod from being Kapamilya to being Kapuso. Last Monday night, Diether signed a maximum four-year contract with GMA Network.

Diether is set to do a Koreanovela adaptations. His first project is All About Eve with Iza Calzado, Sunshine Dizon, Jean Garcia, Eula Valdez and Richard Gomez.

Before signing up with GMA, Diether very kindly informed his bosses at ABS-CBN, the studio that discovered him and groomed him as member of Star Circle. His last project for ABS-CBN was the just-concluded soap Iisa Pa Lamang with Susan Roces, Gabby Concepcion and Claudine Barretto.

He will also do movies for GMA Films, the network’s sister company, and hosting jobs.

Diether will now join other former homegrown Kapamilya stars who also made the big switch. The list includes Jolina Magdangal, Marvin Agustin, Paolo Contis, Camille Prats, and Heart Evangelista, to name a few.

Source: RFL

Heart Evangelista is Philippine TV's New Primetime Queen

2008-11-21T08:34:00.000+08:00

The newest fantaserye “Luna Mystika” starring Heart Evangelista and Mark Anthony Fernandez registered the all-time fifth highest pilot rating of 38.9% among GMA series next to Darna’s 47.1%, Encantadia’s 45.9%, Asian Treasures’ 41.8% and Codename: Asero’s 40.1%.

Luna Mystika registered the 3rd highest pilot rating this year, however, its 38.9% rating last Monday night was only good for second place with Gagambino registering its peak rating of 39.3%. Dyesebel still holds the record for the highest pilot rating in 2008 with 44.9% followed by Codename: Asero with 40.1%.

Codename: Asero, on the other hand, wasn’t able to maintain its pilot rating by ending last Friday with a lower than usual 32.5 percent.

Here are comparative TV ratings of ABS-CBN and GMA-7 shows from November 14 to 17, based on the overnight ratings conducted by AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila households:

November 14, Friday

Non-Primetime:
SiS (GMA-7) 9.2%; Boy & Kris (ABS-CBN) 9.3%
Rosalinda (GMA-7) 14%; Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) 15.7%
Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 23.7%; Wowowee (ABS-CBN) 16.3%
Daisy Siete (GMA-7) 17.9%; Una Kang Naging Akin (GMA-7) 19.9%; Pieta (ABS-CBN) 14.9%
Saan Darating ang Umaga? (GMA-7) 17.6%; El Cuerpo del Deseo (ABS-CBN) 14.8%; Las Tontas (ABS-CBN) 7.3%

Primetime:
Family Feud (GMA-7) 21.9%; Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) 16.1%
24 Oras (GMA-7) 28.2%; TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) 23.4%
Codename: Asero (GMA-7) 32.5%; Dyosa (ABS-CBN) 24.4%
Gagambino (GMA-7) 32.6%; I Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) 22.7%
La Lola (GMA-7) 30.8%; Pinoy Fear Factor (ABS-CBN) 23.4%
Survivor Philippines (GMA-7) 32.2%; Kahit Isang Saglit (ABS-CBN) 17.7%
Bubble Gang (GMA-7) 24.8%; Daboy Sa ABS-CBN (ABS-CBN) 9.3%
Saksi (GMA-7) 11.6%; Bandila (ABS-CBN) 5.2%

November 15, Saturday

Non-Primetime:
One True Love: The Making (GMA-7) 14.6%; Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) 8.2%
Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 22.9%; Wowowee (ABS-CBN) 15.3%
Startalk (GMA-7) 11.6%; Entertainment Live (ABS-CBN) 8%
Wish Ko Lang (GMA-7) 19.3%; Cinema FPJ: Da King on ABS-CBN (ABS-CBN) 10.7%
Pinoy Records (GMA-7) 22.3%; The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) 20.2%

Primetime:
Kakasa Ka Ba Sa Grade 5? (GMA-7) 27%; Komiks Presents Mars Ravelo’s Tiny Tony (ABS-CBN) 19.4%
Bitoy’s Funniest Videos (GMA-7) 26.7%; Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN) 24.6%
Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho (GMA-7) 30.8%; Banana Split (ABS-CBN) 17.5%
Imbestigador (GMA-7) 24.1%; XXX (ABS-CBN) 15%
Nuts Entertainment (GMA-7) 12.2%; TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) 7.6%
Sine Totoo (GMA-7) 8%; Sports Unlimited (ABS-CBN) 4.6%; Walang Tulugan With Master Showman (GMA-7) 3.7%

November 16, Sunday

Non-Primetime:
Takeshi’s Castle (ABS-CBN) 13.2%; Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) 9.6%
SOP (GMA-7) 15.3%; ASAP ‘08 (ABS-CBN) 14.2%
Dear Friend (GMA-7) 12.3%; Your Song: My Only Hope (ABS-CBN) 13.3%
Showbiz Central (GMA-7) 14.3%; The Buzz (ABS-CBN) 11.2%

Primetime:
Kap’s Amazing Stories (GMA-7) 20.8%; The Singing Bee (ABS-CBN) 18%
Tok! Tok! Tok! Isang Milyon Pasok (GMA-7) 21.3%; Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) 20.6%
Mel & Joey (GMA-7) 25.6%; Rated K (ABS-CBN) 23.7%
All Star K (GMA-7) 26.1%; Sharon (ABS-CBN) 17.5%
Ful Haus (GMA-7) 20.2%; TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) 13.1%
SNBO (GMA-7) 6.8%; Sunday’s Best (ABS-CBN) 3.6%

November 17, Monday

Non-Primetime:
SiS (GMA-7) 10.6%; Boy & Kris (ABS-CBN) 7.9%
Rosalinda (GMA-7) 12%; Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) 14.9%
Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) 24.5%; Wowowee (ABS-CBN) 15.9%
Daisy Siete (GMA-7) 20.1%; Pieta (ABS-CBN) 13%
Una Kang Naging Akin (GMA-7) 24.4%; La Traicion (ABS-CBN) 10.9%
Saan Darating ang Umaga? (GMA-7) 20.4%; Las Tontas (ABS-CBN) 6.6%

Primetime:
Family Feud (GMA-7) 19.6%; Kapamilya Deal Or No Deal (ABS-CBN) 15.4%
24 Oras (GMA-7) 32.2%; TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) 24.7%
Luna Mystika (GMA-7) 38.9%; Dyosa (ABS-CBN) 20.7%; I Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) 23.6%
Gagambino (GMA-7) 39.3%; Pinoy Fear Factor (ABS-CBN) 24.2%
La Lola (GMA-7) 36.3%; Kahit Isang Saglit (ABS-CBN) 15.6%
Survivor Philippines (GMA-7) 34.2%; Ripley’s Believe It Or Not (GMA-7) 21.7%; Bandila (ABS-CBN) 8.9%; Saksi (GMA-7) 11%

Source: AGB Nielsen via PEP

Miss Spain Alejandra Andreu is Miss International 2008

2008-11-21T08:27:00.000+08:00

18-year-old Alejandra Andreu of Spain was crowned Miss International 2008. Miss Spain also won the Miss Photogenic award and her victory marked the third Miss International crown for Spain.

Runner-ups:
1st Runner-up: Colombia, María Cristina Díaz-Granados
2nd Runner-up: Poland, Anna Tarnowska
3rd Runner-up: China, Chang Wei Liu
4th Runner-up: Czech Republic, Zuzana Putnářová

Special Awards:
Miss Photogenic: Spain, Alejandra Andreu
Best National Costume: Aruba, Nuraysa Lispier
Miss Natural Beauty: Belarus, Tatiana Ryneiskaya
Miss Friendship: El Salvador, Georgina Cisneros

Miss Philippines Patricia Fernandez was one of the Top 12 finalists.

The recently concluded event was staged last November 8 at the Venetian Hotel in Macau, China.

Photo credit: Miss-International.org

Marian Rivera is Ginebra San Miguel 2009 Calendar Girl

2008-11-14T02:21:00.002+08:00

There is really no stopping Marian Rivera.

After showing her dancing skills on Marimar and swimming her way to the top on Dysebel. Will Marian finally decided to bare flesh this time? I hope she does.

Before she even covers FHM, Uno, Maxim, or Playboy magazine, Ginebra San Miguel is lucky enough to have Marian as their calendar girl for 2009.

According to Ginebra San Miguel Inc. (GSMI) marketing head Nelson S. Elises, "Napili namin si Marian dahil siya ang isa sa mga pinakakilalang artista sa panahong ito. Tulad ng Ginebra, alam naming lalong pang sisikat si Marian.”

The said calendar will be available in selected Metro Manila stores starting December of this year.

Former Ginebra calendar girls are Iwa Moto, Angelica Panganiban, Maureen Larrazabal, Belinda Bright, Maricar de Mesa, Aubrey Miles, Rica Peralejo, Geneva Cruz and Patricia Javier.

Is this the same product endorsement which is said to be the cause of Marian's break-up with her 7-year boyfriend Ervic Vijandre?

Marian Rivera's Official Statement on the Karylle-Dingdong-Marian Love Triangle

2008-11-14T02:19:00.001+08:00

Right after Dingdong Dantes and Karylle admitted in public that they finally put an end to their relationship and that Marian Rivera is not the reason for their break-up, rumors about Marian being the third party and the reason for the break-up still persist.

In an official statement sent by Marian's camp to Showbiz Central last Sunday, November 9, Marian said that she is hurt by the accusation but still insist that she has nothing to do with the break-up.

Here is Marian's official statement:

"Aaminin ko na po na naaapektuhan na ako sa mga usap-usapan na ako ang dahilan ng breakup nina Dingdong at Karylle. Please lang po, huwag naman sanang gano'n.

"Kahit ako o kahit sino siguro sa atin, walang makakaalam, makakaunawa, at higit sa lahat walang dapat manghimasok sa pinagdadaanan nilang dalawa. Silang dalawa lang po ‘yan. At kahit ako nga, walang nalalaman sa totoong namagitan sa kanilang dalawa.

"Ang katatagan po ng kahit anong relasyon ay nakabase sa kung paano kayo makisama sa isa't isa, at kung paano ninyo haharapin ang mga pagsubok. Puwede kayong mag-fail o puwede kayong mag-stick together lalo. Nasa inyo na po ‘yon, di ba?

"Kung tunay at wagas ang pagtititnginan ninyo sa isa't isa, at you can stand the test of time, hindi kayo maghihiwalay. Pagsubok kasi ‘yan. Walang isa na may kasalanan o masisisi pag nagkahiwalay. Alam ko po ‘yan dahil naranasan ko din kasi.

"Masakit mapagbintangan, lalo na't hindi totoo. Sinasabi ko nang hayagan, wala po kaming serious relationship ni Dingdong. Ang meron kami ay isang magandang love team, isang magandang samahan, na salamat sa Diyos ay naging effective naman at tinanggap ng mga nanonood sa amin. Gusto ko pong alagaan at ipagpatuloy ‘yan hangga't binibigyan kami ng pagkakataon.

"Maraming salamat."

21st Aliw Awards List of Winners

2008-11-14T02:18:00.002+08:00

Here are the winners of the 21st Aliw Awards held at the Manila Hotel Fiesta Pavilion last November 11:

Best Child Performer:
Mauna Kea Chan

Best New Artist - Male:
Lex Lopez

Best New Artist - Female:
Charice

Best Choral Group:
UP Concert Chorus

Best Instrumentalist:
Nonoy Libanan

Best Dance Company:
Halili-Cruz Dance Co.

Best Modern Dance Company:
Air Dance

Best Cultural Group:
Pagdungawan Cultural Group of Mati, Davao Oriental

Best Emcee - Male:
Ryan Agoncillo

Best Emcee - Female:
Miriam Quiambao

Best Stand-Up Comedy Act - Male:
John Lapus

Best Stand-Up Comedy Act - Female:
Pokwang

Best Male Classical Performer:
Ramon Acoymo

Best Female Classical Performer:
Rachel Gerodias

Best Stage Actor in a Musical Play:
Robert Seña

Best Stage Actor in a Non-Musical Play:
Joey Paras

Best Stage Actress in a Musical Play:
Rachel Alejandro

Best Stage Actress in a Non-Musical Play:
Shamaine Buencamino

Best Stage Director in a Musical Play:
Nor Domingo

Best Stage Director in a Non-Musical Play:
Ricky Abad

Best Musical Production:
“Pagong At Matsing”

Best Non-Musical Production:
“The Death Of Memory”

Best Male Performer in Hotels, Music Lounges and Bars:
Richard Poon

Best Female Performer in Hotels, Music Lounges and Bars:
Olivia

Best Group Performer in Hotels, Music Lounges and Bars:
Retrospect

Best Musical Director:
Gerard Salonga

Best Stage Director:
Freddie Santos

Best Performance in a Concert - Male:
Ogie Alcasid

Best Performance in a Concert - Group:
Loboc Childrens Choir

Best Major Concert - Male:
Martin Nievera

Best Major Concert - Female:
Lea Salonga

Best Collaboration:
Nonoy Libanan, Verni Varga, Isay Alvarez, May Bayot for “Music from the Heart”

Special Honor as World-Class Performer:
Arnel Pineda

Discovery of the Year:
Cardona Youth Musical Ensemble

Lifetime Achievement Awardees:
Ryan Cayabyab
Sining Kambayoka of Mindanao State University
Ingrid Santamaria
Reynaldo Reyes

Entertainer of the Year:
Ogie Alcasid

Star Cinema's My Only U Gathered 62.2 Million Pesos in 2 Weeks

2008-11-14T02:18:00.001+08:00

Star Cinema’s “My Only You” earned 62.2 million pesos on its 2nd week run. The movie is also at no. 10 spot of biggest pinoy movies for 2008, just right after Mag-Ingat Ka Sa Kulam which ended its run with a gross of 64.26 million pesos.

The Vhong Navarro-Toni Gonzaga movie is currently on track to surpass My Big Love’s (which also starred Toni Gonzaga) 68 million pesos and Supahpapalicious‘ (which also starred Vhong Navarro) 66.98 million pesos.

My Only U received a "B" grade from the Cinema Evaluation Board.

Philippine Box Office
(November 5-9, 2008)

1. Quantum of Solace - P53.63 M
2. Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa - P30.37 M
3. My Only U - P15.34 M
4. High School Musical 2: Senior Year - P3.29 M
5. Max Payne - P581,446.03
6. City of Ember - P504,860.00
7. The House Bunny - P272,947.63
8. Body of Lies - P208,750.58
9. Eagle Eye - P165,315.96
10. Tropic Thunder - P66,008.86

Gerald Anderson, Kim Chiu and Jake Cuenca on Tayong Dalawa - ABS-CBN Primetime Bida

2008-11-14T02:17:00.000+08:00

“Tayong Dalawa” is an upcoming teleserye on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida featuring the loveteam of Gerald Anderson and Kim Chiu with Jake Cuenca as the third wheel.

See preview below:

Nora Aunor's Himala is CNN’s Best Film of All Time in Asia Pacific

2008-11-14T02:15:00.001+08:00

Nora Aunor’s 1982 classic movie “Himala” (Miracle) is CNN's Best Film of All Time in the Asia Pacific via a poll conducted by CNN.

Himala is about a girl who claims to have been chosen by the Virgin Mary as the messenger of good faith in a backward town. It’s a masterpiece of award-winning director Ismael Bernal starring erstwhile superstar Nora Aunor.

During the Asia Pacific Screen Awards on Tuesday in Australia’s Gold Coast, “Himala” was announced as the best film in the region. The film won via online voting through CNN’s website.

Himala bested tough competitors, namely Oscar-winning Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon from China; The Seven Samurai from Japan; Gabbeh from Iran; Gallipoli from Australia; Pather Panchali from India; Oscar-winning Spirited Away from Japan; Oldboy from South Korea; Internal Affairs from Hong Kong/China; and Chungking Express from China.

Himala was the Best Picture in 1982 Metro Manila Film Festival and 1983 Catholic Mass Media Awards. It also raked numerous awards that time from Famas to Urian. It also won the Bronze Hugo Price at the Chicago International Film Festival.

Miss Earth 2008 Official Results: Miss Philippines Karla Paula Henry Crowned Miss Earth 2008

2008-11-14T02:12:00.000+08:00

Karla Henry Paula of Philippines has been crowned Miss Earth 2008 on Sunday, November 09 (Manila time) at The Clark Expo Amphitheater, Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines.

Here are the official results:

MISS EARTH 2008: PHILIPPINES, Karla Henry Paula

Miss Earth Air: TANZANIA, Miriam Odemba

Miss Earth Water: MEXICO, Abigail Elizalde

Miss Earth Fire: BRAZIL, Tatiane Alves

TOP 8 FINALISTS:
COLOMBIA, Mariana Rodríguez
SPAIL, Adriana Reverón
SWITZERLAND, Nasanin Nuri
VENEZUELA, Daniela Torrealba

TOP 16 SEMI-FINALISTS:
CZECH REPUBLIC, Hana Svobodová
KOREA, Seo Seol-hee
NIGERIA, Uko Ezinne
POLAND, Karolina Filipkowska
ROMANIA, Ruxandra Popa
RUSSIA, Anna Mezentseva
THAILAND, Piyaporn Deejing
USA, Jana Murrell

SPECIAL AWARDS:
Miss Photogenic - Miss Philippines
Best in National Costume - Miss Panama
Best in Swimsuit - Miss Mexico
Miss Talent - Miss Australia
Best in Long Gown - Miss Venezuela
Miss Friendship - Ecuador

85 CANDIDATES:
Albania, Rudina Suti
Argentina, Camila Solórzano Ayusa
Australia, Rachael Smith-Como
Bahamas, Garnell Storr
Belgium, Debby Gommeren
Bhutan, Tsokye Karchung
Bolivia, Carolina Urquiola
Bosnia & Herzegovina, Alisa Zlatarevic
Botswana, Nametso Ngwako
Brazil, Tatiane Alves
Canada, Denise Garrido
China, Ying Kun Zhou
Chinese Taipei (Taiwan), Yin Yin Tsai
Colombia, Mariana Rodríguez
Congo Republic, Katissia Kouta
Congo, D.R., Olga Tkishala Yumba
Costa Rica, Wendy Cordero
Cuba, Jessica Silva
Czech Republic, Hana Svobodová
Dominican Republic, Diana Flores
Ecuador, Andrea Carolina León
El Salvador, Teresita Gomez
England, Caroline Duffy
Ethiopia, Kidan Tesfahun
Finland, Minna Nikkila
France, Charlotte Lagauzere
Georgia, Sopiko Svimonishvili
Germany, Dayana Schult
Ghana, Sara Adoley Addo
Greece, Ria Antoniou
Guadeloupe, Jennifer Desbouiges
Guam, Jennifer Neves
Honduras, Kenia Melissa Andrade
Hungary, Krisztina Polgár
India, Tanvi Vyas
Indonesia, Hedhy Kurniati
Israel, Lin Mor
Italy, Caterina Pasquale
Jamaica, Simone Burke
Japan, Akemi Fukumura
Korea, Seo Seol-hee
Kosovo, Yllka Berisha
Latvia, Anita Baltruna
Lebanon, Sara Assi
Liberia, Marit Woods
Lithuania, Ingrida Kazlauskaite
Luxembourg, Nadia Neves Pereira
Macau, Qian Wei Na
Malaysia, Audrey Ng
Malta, Maria Galea
Martinique, Violene Grainville
Mexico, Abigail Elizalde
Netherlands, Melanie de Laat
New Zealand, Rachel Crofts
Nicaragua, Thelma Rodríguez
Nigeria, Uko Ezinne
Northern Ireland, Gemma Michelle Walker
Pakistan, Nosheen Idrees
Panama, Shassia Ubillus
Peru, Giuliana Zevallos
Philippines, Karla Paula Henry
Poland, Karolina Filipkowska
Romania, Ruxandra Popa
Russia, Anna Mezentseva
Rwanda, Cynthia Akazuba
Scotland, Courtney St. John
Serbia, Bojana Traljic
Singapore, Ivy Leow Kian Peng
Slovak Republic, Martina Tóthová
Slovenia, Sara Franceskin
South Africa, Matapa Maila
South Sudan, Nok Nora Duany
Spain, Adriana Reverón
Suriname, Priscilla Yhap
Sweden, Fanny Blomé
Switzerland, Nasanin Nuri
Tahiti, Vahinetua Flaccadori
Tanzania, Miriam Odemba
Thailand, Piyaporn Deejing
Turkey, Demet Karadeniz
Turks & Caicos, Sessily Pratt
Uganda, Victor Daisy Nabagereka
USA, Jana Murrell
Venezuela, Daniela Torrealba
Wales, Jamie Lee Williams

Criselda Volks Sex-Video Scandal: "I Don't Regret Making the Video..."

2008-11-03T19:51:00.001+08:00

The news about former actress Criselda Volks sex video scandal is the talk of the town in different talk shows and on the internet. Although Criselda admitted on The Buzz that she is the girl on the four-part video, she said that it's a personal video and should not leaked the internet.

“Kami ‘yon ng boyfriend ko ng five years. Kami ang magkasama so automatically siyempre nagvi-video-han kami. So, it was supposed to be a video na hindi kumalat. It’s a personal video,” she said while crying.

She also believes that her former boyfriend was not behind the proliferation of the video.

“I don’t regret making the video because it was supposed to be a personal file, personal namin ‘yon. Sumasama ang loob ko doon sa naglabas ng video. Alam ko basically kung ano'ng laman ng video. Nakita ko ‘yong video sa phone at that time. Matagal na ‘yon, pero hindi ko inisip na lalabas ‘yon.” she added.

According to the article written by Rommel Llanes, "Apat ang sex videos, at sa apat na yun, pawang may close-up shots pa ang babaeng nasa video. May mga closeup shots din ang lalaking ka-sex ng babae sa video, bagama't bahagyang kita lamang ang mukha nito sa mga kuha dahil nasa akto ng pakikipag-sex."

The Buzz Hosts Had Something to Say About the Dingdong-Karylle-Marian Love Triangle

2008-11-03T19:50:00.001+08:00

Amidst the issue that real-life sweethearts Dingdong Dantes and Karylle have broken up because of Marian Rivera, the three have yet to speak to confirm what the real score is. Dingdong and Karylle continue to deny that they have decided to separate ways, with the actor even clarifying that Marian has nothing to do with the issue. News reports say that Marian and constant leading man Dingdong have developed feelings towards each other and the actress' recent breakup with her non-showbiz boyfriend has given way for the two celebrities to pursue their alleged romance.

Meanwhile, on the Points, Opinions and Violent Reactions (POV) segment of The Buzz last Sunday, November 2, the three hosts Boy Abunda, Kris Aquino and Ruffa Gutierrez all shared bits of information in an effort to solve the puzzle. Ruffa went on to say that staff members from her previous film, Desperadas, who are now also the staff of Dingdong and Marian's upcoming movie said that the two are very close on the set. "Sila (staff) ang nagkukuwento na super-sweet daw ang dalawa kahit na walang press," Ruffa revealed.

Kris on the other hand shared that her friend Popoy Caritativo, who is also Marian's manager, told her that the actress and Dingdong aren’t a couple yet. "Hindi sila ni Dingdong pa," Kris quoted Popoy. Popoy also told Kris that Marian is currently happy now, to which Ruffa interjected, "'Yung staff ng Desperadas said, si Marian daw has never been happier in her life." However Kris emphasized there’s nothing wrong with being happy but not at the cost of someone getting hurt. Kris also said that Marian has indeed broken up with her boyfriend because of a commercial deal he did not approve of.

Boy on his part said there shouldn’t be any difficulty for Karylle and Dingdong to say if the relationship has ended and it would definitely simplify their problems. Boy also added another juicy tidbit to the topic by saying he has talked to Marian's ex-boyfriend and he was told that there is no truth in rumors saying that he made Marian chose between him and the project.

The three hosts end the topic by saying that hopefully the issue between the couple and Marian be cleared up soon. Kris even added that she’ll ask Popoy if The Buzz can interview Marian to get her side on the controversy.

Willie Revillame's Corinthian Home Robbed

2008-11-03T19:49:00.001+08:00

Unidentified men broke into the house of Wowowee host Willie Revillame at 516 Cameron Street in Corinthian Hills subdivision, Barangay Ugong Norte in Quezon City reportedly taking with them 3 million worth of watches and jewelry.

“Nanakawan ako. Nakapasok doon sa likod, pero anyway dito sa Corinthian Hills eh nakuha iyong aking mga kaunting naipon na relos, alahas, eh hindi naman ako mahilig sa relos kaya nakatago lang lahat,” he said in an interview on ABS-CBN’s Umagang Kay Ganda.

“Hindi ko naman ito kailangang ipublish. Pero ang importante dito, bumibili ka ng mamahaling bahay tapos iyong security mo, iyon ang nakakatakot. Hindi na iyong gamit, balewala na sa akin iyan, pero iyong papasukin ka sa madaling araw tapos may sasaksak o babaril sa yo, iyon mabigat iyon,” he added.

Investigators said the crime may have been committed between past midnight of November 1 and 6AM of November 3. Revillame was away during the weekend and only discovered the incident past 3AM Monday.

2008 Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA) List of Winners

2008-11-03T19:48:00.000+08:00

The Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA) once again pays tribute to those who have promoted Christian values in an outstanding way, in radio, press, advertising, television, and film.

And this year's winners are:

Radio

Best Counseling Program: Dr. Love (DZMM 630 / ABS-CBN)

Best Public Service Program: Sugpuin Ang Korupsyon (DZRH / CCP)

Best Drama Program: Nagmamahal Manay Gina (DZBB / GMA); Sugpuin Ang Korupsyon (DZRH / CCP)

Best Educational Program: Konsyumer at iba pa (DZMM 630 / ABS-CBN)

Best Entertainment Program: Back To The Eighties (Monster Radio RX 93.1)

Television

Best Adult Educational/Cultural Program: I-Witness The GMA Documentaries (GMA-7); Jay Taruc’s “Batang Kalabaw” and “Sandra Aguinaldo’s Iskul Ko No.1″
Best Business News/Feature: Asenso Pinoy TV (ABC-5)
Best Children’s Program: Kids On Q (QTV-11)
Best Drama Series/Program: Maalaala Mo Kaya (ABS-CBN)
Best Entertainment Program: Day Off (QTV-11)
Best News Magazine: Rated K (ABS-CBN)
Best News Program: TV Patrol Central Visayas (ABS-CBN Cebu)
Best Public Service Program: Wish Ko Lang! (GMA-7)
Best Special Event Coverage: Simbang Gabi Sa ABC (2007) (ABC-5)
Best Sports Show: Sports Unlimited (ABS-CBN)
Best Talk Show: Mel and Joey (GMA-7); The Sweet Life (QTV-11)
Best TV Special Habilin: Ang Pitong Huling Wika ni Hesus (ABS-CBN)

Music

Best Album, Religious: Bukas Palad Hindi Kita Malilimutan (Jescom-Jesuit Music Ministry)
Best Album, Secular: Isang Kinabukasan (Wency Cornejo/GMA Records)
Best Music Video: Isang Kinabukasan (Wency Cornejo/GMA Records)

Special Citation

Best Entertainment (TV): Sharon (ABS-CBN)
Best Drama (TV): Mga Mata ni Angelita (GMA-7)
Best Album, Secular: H.O.P.E. (Star Records, mixed artists)
Best Album, Religious: Rebirth (Universal Records, Gary Valenciano); Acoustic Recollection (Emmanuel Music)
Best Music Video: Balik SaBayan (Star Records)
Best Entertainment (Radio): Wan Dey Isang Araw (DZAS-AM)
Best Business News (Radio): Sikap Pinoy (DZMM 630 / ABS-CBN); Radyo Negosyo (DZMM 630 / ABS-CBN)
Best News Program: Radyo Patrol Balita (DZMM 630 / ABS-CBN)
Best Education Program: Sa Kabukiran (DZMM 630 / ABS-CBN); Sulyap Kultura (DZRM 1278 Radyo Magasin & DZRP Radyo Pilipinas Overseas); Art 2 Art with Liza Macuja (DZRH)

Serviam Award - Fr. Salvatore Putzu of the Kapwa Ko Mahal Ko Foundation

Hunk Jace Flores Voted Off of "Survivor Philippines"

2008-11-03T19:46:00.001+08:00

19-year-old former barista and gym instructor Jace Flores is the 9th castaway to be eliminated from GMA-7’s Survivor Philippines.

In the first Tribal Council after the Naak and Jarakay merge (they are now known as Chalam), Jace was the first to be voted out in a close battle with castaway Kiko. Jace got 6 votes while Kiko got 4.

“I was expecting na at least magka-tie pero something happened e pero di ko pa alam so ok lang. Parang betrayed na parang hurt, sobrang unexpected pero ok lang I still love you guys and good luck. It’s the game, I shouldn’t take it personally so ok lang.” said Jace in his exit interview.

Valerie "Bangs" Garcia Covers Maxim Philippines November 2008 Issue

2008-11-03T19:45:00.000+08:00

21-year-old Valerie “Bangs” Garcia graces the cover of Maxim Philippines Magazine’s November 2008 issue.

As cover girl, Valerie says she is more than ready for this new kind of challenge. However, it doesn’t mean she’s dropping her wholesome image. She says that she wants to be sexy but sweet.

After being introduced in the action series “Palos” she will now play the role of Judy Ann Santos’ sister in the upcoming ABS-CBN teleserye “Humingi Ako Sa Langit.”

FHM Philippines' Special 100th Issue Blowout

2008-11-03T19:36:00.001+08:00

Five fast-rising and in-demand sexy models in the country are FHM's Special 100th Issue Blowout cover girls this November.

These girls are:

Precious Adona - BeBench model search finalist who was introduced in the sexy film “Torotot” opposite Baron Geisler.

Jacq Yu - Aubrey Miles’ partner in the Amazing Race Asia season 1.

Joyce So - Winner of Mossimo Bikini Summit in 2006.

Gail Nicholas - Winner of Mossimo Bikini Summit in 2007 and one of Pinoy Fear Factor “participantes.”

Cherry Ann Kubota - Gail’s runner-up in the 2007 Mossimo Bikini Summit.

FHM Philippines November 2008 issue is now available in magazine outlets nationwide.

Richard Gutierrez' Official Statement on the Reported Near-Fight with Aljur Abrenica

2008-10-29T09:11:00.001+08:00

Right after the news came out about the alledgedly near-fight between Kapuso stars Richard Gutierrez and Aljur Abrenica at the Fiamma bar last October 17, Richard's camp sent PEP a statement disproving the report.

Richard does not deny that there was some hostility between him and Aljur. In fact, he admits telling Aljur to "leave the table," although Richard says he did this "politely."

Richard denies, however, that he hit Aljur, even if he says he found Aljur distinctly lacking in "social graces." Richard alleges that Aljur "barged in" on him and his friends, sat down, and drank with them when he was clearly "uninvited."

The following is the complete official statement of Richard Gutierrez sent to PEP through a text message:

"Time management is what stars whose schedules are busy need to master, for it is during these moments of privacy that a star can unwind, relax, and de-stress.

"Unfortunately, however, a star like Mr. Aljur Abrenica, an acquaintance, does not seem to understand that stars need space too, and barging in on our table unexpectedly, sitting down uninvited, and partaking of the drinks freely, does not speak well of a person's social graces.

"I politely asked him, after a decent time, to leave. That was what the incident was all about.

"Ms. Jewel Mische, if I may correct the PEP report, was not at the Fiamma bar at all. And alas, neither was Ms. Mische the cause of the INVENTED rift."

High School Musical 3: Senior Year Breaks Box-office Records

2008-10-29T09:10:00.001+08:00

Walt Disney’s High School Musical 3: Senior Year registered the biggest October weekend in US Box-office history with $42M and the all-time biggest opening for a live-action musical in the Philippines with P31.6M.

Here’s the Top 10 Movies in the US last weekend:

1. High School Musical 3: Senior Year - $42.0M
2. Saw V - $30.5M
3. Max Payne - $7.6M
4. Beverly Hills Chihuahua - $6.9M
5. Pride and Glory - $6.3M
6. Secret Life of Bees - $5.9M
7. W. - $5.3M
8. Eagle Eye - $5.1M
9. Body of Lies - $4.1M
10. Quarantine - $2.6M

In the Philippines, High School Musical 3: Senior Year easily claimed the no. 1 spot with opening weekend gross (October 24-26) of P31.6 million in 129 screens nationwide.

According to the managing director of Walt Disney Philippines Victor Cabrera, HSM3 posted the all-time biggest opening for a live-action musical in the country beating “Enchanted” which had a 5-day weekend opening last year.

"Thrillecine" on ABS-CBN's Sunday's Best

2008-10-29T09:09:00.000+08:00

In time for the Halloween season, the Kapamilya Network will air a TV special that aims to send chills through out audience viewers. Thrillecine, which marks ABS-CBN's first foray into the thriller-suspense genre, will be aired this Sunday, November 2, on Sunday's Best.

This TV event will feature two thriller-suspense movies-made-for-TV: "Sikreto ni Secret Admirer," which stars Roxanne Guinoo, and Zanjoe Marudo, and "Karera sa Promotion," which has Gerald Anderson, Maui Taylor and Bembol Roco in the lead roles.

"Ang Sikreto ni Secret Admirer" tells the story of Tikboy (Zanjoe), an ugly, shy, but kind-hearted mailman who is in love with the beautiful Helen (Roxanne), who is nursing a broken heart. Because of his undesirable appearance, he decided just to stalk Helen. He then finds Helen falling in love with a secret admirer-letter sender. Tikboy then decided to assume this person's identity, who will not let his lady love fall for Tikboy because of his love letters. How will Tikboy stand up for his lies? How far will he go to protect the lies he has given?

"Karera sa Promotion," meanwhile, follows the journey of Perez (Gerald), an honest cop who believes that getting a promotion will help him influence fellow cops to lead moral, honest lives. He then gave his all in finding the mysteries behind a series of murder incidents, but will the haunting truth leave him unscarred? Will he survive this scary ordeal?

Thrillecine, directed by young, talented director Ato Bautista and written by Shugo Praico, fuses sensuality and dark humor with the suspense-thriller genre.

Be sure to catch the pilot of Thrillecine this Sunday, November 2, on Sunday's Best.

Richard Gutierrez in Near-Fight Incident with Aljur Abrenica Because of Jewel Mische

2008-10-29T09:05:00.000+08:00

One of today's featured stories in Pilipino Star Ngayon's Showbiz column, is about the two young actors who allegedly involved in a near-fight incident in one of Makati bars, which says:

[Dalawang linggo na mula nang magkaengkuwentro ang dalawang actors sa isang bar, pero wala pa ring nagsusulat sa nangyari. Either inaalam pa ang tunay na nangyari o dine-dedma ng press ang isyung puwedeng lumaki.

Anyway, tinanong na si Actor A sa nangyari, pero “no comment” ang sagot nito. Lalong ayaw magsalita ni Actor B sa payo na rin ng mga taong malapit sa kanya. Pasasaan ba’t may makakaalam din sa isyung ito, may magsusulat at makikilala rin kung sino ang dalawang actors na nagkaroon ng conflict sa isang bar.]

This article was also featured in today's PEP's hot stories. But this time, writer Erwin Santiago courageously put names behind the two young actors and the girl who said to be the cause of this near-fight incident. Reason PEP's full stories below:

[A customer of Fiamma Bar on Jupiter Street in Makati City told PEP that a confrontation occurred between Kapuso stars Richard Gutierrez and Aljur Abrenica last October 17, at the high-end watering hole.

This was supposed to have happened on the same night that the new GMA Network Studios on Jamboree St., Quezon City, was inaugurated. Many of the stars, still dressed to the nines, had gone out to celebrate after the event.

Richard is known as GMA-7's Primetime King, while Aljur is StarStruck Batch 4 Ultimate Hunk winner. In other words, Richard is a certified big star and Aljur is a promising male lead.

The non-showbiz customer, who refuses to be named, reported that he saw Richard Gutierrez having a nice time with friends.

Sometime later, the customer saw Aljur Abrenica enter the bar escorting young actress Jewel Mische, the StarStruck Batch 4 Ultimate Sweetheart and also a GMA-7 talent.

The next thing he saw, according to the stunned customer, was Richard having an altercation with Aljur. He said he distinctly saw Richard giving Aljur's head a short, quick slap. In the words of the customer, "Tinapik ni Richard si Aljur sa ulo!"

Aljur reportedly turned around, faced Richard, and demanded to know, "Ano ang problema mo?" Richard reportedly shot back, "Ikaw, ano ang problema mo?"

The PEP source said that, fortunately, nothing more untoward happened. Cooler heads reportedly intervened at just the right time.

Another source, who was also at Fiamma bar, claimed that Jewel was not with Aljur. The source, however, corroborated the story about the tiff between Richard and Aljur.

PEP asked all three parties, on separate occasions, to comment on the incident. Clearly, everyone wanted the incident buried and forgotten.

When Aljur was asked, he refused to answer. Jewel refused to take calls on her cellphone (its number is known to her reporter-friends). Richard, at his mother Annabelle Rama's birthday party last Saturday evening, said, "No comment," then walked away.

Meantime, a handler at the GMA Artist Center, which manages Aljur and Jewel, gave the side of Aljur but refused to be quoted. Two showbiz reporters who heard about the incident also backed off the story. As a result, PEP became more curious: where did the Richard-Aljur tiff come from?

Our research showed that Jewel Mische is at the center of this tiff. Since the days of Kamandag—a fantaserye which had Richard and Jewel as a love team—rumors had already circulated that the two became more than an onscreen team. According to reports, they had become a quiet, but real, item.

Both Richard and Jewel have totally denied the story. Even at the recent inauguration of GMA Network Studios, Jewel flatly said, "For the record, hindi naging kami ni Chard." Richard, for his part, has remained non-committal and vague, but admitted going out with Jewel. The young actor also said that Jewel was the "closest" girl to him while they were still doing Kamandag.

But making the story plausible were reports that kept linking Richard only to Jewel, when the handsome 24-year-old star also had the beautiful Maxene Magalona as a romantic interest in the same fantaserye. And way after Kamandag was taken off the air, talk persisted that Richard and Jewel were seeing each other romantically.

Richard has never been an easy man to pin down on his romantic intentions. There were two other stars who started being linked to him: Heart Evangelista and KC Concepcion. These two are such big names—Heart starred with him in the big-budget GMA-7 action-adventures series Codename: Asero, and KC was his leading lady in the blockbuster Star Cinema movie For the First Time—that the press eventually paid no more attention to the Richard-Jewel romance rumors.

Showbiz insiders now say that, in fact, the Richard-Jewel romance has been an on-and-off story in Richard's life. They add that, indeed, the two were first attracted to each other when they were doing Kamandag, which brought them together at least three times a week, and that since then, Jewel would be seen in places where Richard was, such as his condo, his tapings, his movie sets.

Unfortunately, the insiders say, nobody seems to want Jewel for Richard. Their network is said to be pushing other leading ladies for their prize talent; his family has not been heard to say they want her for Richard, whereas his mother and manager Annabelle Rama has been quoted as saying she liked KC; and even members of Richard's camp say that the tandem won't go far with the fans.

The rumors persist anyway that Jewel is more infatuated with Richard than he is with her. But showbiz veterans argue that if Richard really wanted Jewel out of his life, then he could have done so a long time ago. After all, he has his family, his manager, bodyguard, driver, and camp followers to create the environment he is comfortable with. Therefore, these showbiz veterans speculate, Richard must also be attracted to Jewel to make this "on-and-off relationship" last up to this time.

As for the Fiamma bar incident between Richard and Aljur, there is strong buzz that it was triggered when Jewel asked Aljur to escort her that night, and had done so with the idea of making Richard jealous. The buzz also says that Aljur, in this scenario, was completely clueless.]

JOE THE PLUMBER A FRAUD!

2008-10-28T18:50:00.000+08:00

The nation's newest celeb Joe the Plumber is a fraud.

Joe Wurzelbacher, an Ohio plumber, thrust into the national spotlight after he was mentioned 24 times during the final Presidential debate by Senator John McCain isn't even a licensed plumber.

State licensing agencies in Ohio showed no license registered under his name. Nor is he a member of the plumber's union he claimed to be enrolled in on his MySpace page. His name is listed in the telephone books as "Samuel".

More amazingly, this "Joe" may be a Republican plant with deep ties to a scandalous past.

Joe Wurzelbacher is the son of Robert Wurzelbacher - the son-in-law of Charles Keating - The Charles Keating of the Keating 5 scandal - for which Sen. John McCain was reprimanded by the Senate for his part in attempting to illegally influence government regulators, according to The Huffington Post.

Robert Wurzelbacher was an exec of American Continental Corp., the parent company of
Charles Keating's Lincoln Savings. That's the bank that failed causing many to lose their life savings and cost US taxpayers $4.3 billion.

As a result Joe the Plumber's dada, Robert, pleaded guilty to misappropriating $14 million, serving 40 months in federal prison.

"Congratulations - you're rich! You betcha!"

Meanwhile the real plumbers union -- United Association of Plumbers and Pipefitters have endorsed Democratic candidate Barack Obama.

That's called turning the screw or lug nut.

Away goes trouble down the drain............

MADONNA AND GUY RITCHIE SETTLE DIVORCE

2008-10-28T18:49:00.000+08:00

LONDON, U.K. -- Guy Ritchie and Madonna have settled their divorce, according to the U.K. publication, The Sun.

The "RocknRolla" director will reportedly walk away with assets totaling around $60 million, including a 1,200-acre country estate, a London pub, and a cash settlement.

Madonna will hold on to her New York and Los Angeles homes and most of her considerable fortune, The Sun reported.

"The negotiations were relatively painless," The Sun quoted a source as saying. "Guy knew what he wanted and Madonna knew what she was keen to keep. There was a spell when Guy was in a mood to dig his heels in, but he decided this arrangement seemed reasonable and a long battle over money would make life unbearable."

Madonna is being represented by divorce lawyer Fiona Shackleton, who formerly represented Paul McCartney in his divorce from Heather Mills. Shackleton reportedly negotiated Madonna's divorce terms during a day of phone calls with Guy's lawyers.

The former couple reportedly expects to reach a compromise over their three kids -- Lourdes, 12, who is the daughter of Madonna and ex Carlos Leon, and sons Rocco, 8, and David, 3.

With the divorce all but out of the way, Guy, who's in London filming "Sherlock Holmes" with Robert Downey Jr., is reportedly ready to move on romantically as well.

"Guy has always been very popular with women," the source said. "They have thrown themselves at him throughout his marriage but he has always been utterly faithful. Now it's all over, he plans to have a little fun - something that has been missing from his life for far too long."

Jennifer Hudson Tragedy: Boy's Body Found

2008-10-28T18:47:00.000+08:00

Authorities in Chicago are investigating whether the body of a young African American boy found in an SUV Monday is the nephew of singer Jennifer Hudson.

Police have been searching for 7-year-old Julian King since Friday, when Hudson's mother and brother were found shot to death in their home. Julian's stepfather is in police custody but has yet to be charged with a crime in connection to the Hudson family tragedy.

An Amber Alert was issued Friday for Julian and cops said they were looking for a 1994 white Chevrolet Suburban. The FBI was also called in to aid in the investigation.

On Sunday, Jennifer offered a $100,000 for the safe return of her nephew and thanked fans for their support.

"Thank you all for your prayers and your calls," said a message on Jennifer's MySpace page. "Please keep praying for our family and that we get Julian King back home safely. If anyone has any information about his whereabouts please contact the authorities immediately... Once again thank you all for being there for us through this tough time."

Jennifer, who recently became engaged to David Otunga had been traveling to promote her new film, The Secret Life of Bees and self-entitled album.

Naughty Side of the Stars

2008-10-25T10:36:00.000+08:00

Halloween is a good excuse for mischief and pranks. In the spirit of the haunting season, stars share the naughtiest things they ever did. Happy Treat or Tricking! May we all get bewitched. Don’t brew what I wouldn’t brew.

GABBY CONCEPCION: “When I was 10, my brother and I hid under the bed. Since it was dark, we lighted a candle. The bed was so low so it caught fire. We almost burned our ancestral home!”

SAM MILBY: “During summer break in high school, my best friend and I would always sneak out of the house. Curfew was 12 midnight for those under 18. I was 16 then. We would climb the top of the school building, jump trains, ride my dirt bike and go-carts till 3 a.m. We got caught!”

OGIE ALCASID: “As a kid, I used to climb our water tank tower and look inside our neighbor’s house. As an adult, I went to a beach in Barcelona, Spain, and had a great view of topless women.”

MARIEL RODRIGUEZ: “I put Dulcolax on the drink of a guy classmate in high school. I could have died laughing as I saw it take effect on him.”

DIETHER OCAMPO: “In grade school, I switched the male/female signs of the comfort room. All I remember was an enduring scream that made me run as fast as I can escaping the scene.”

RICKY DAVAO: “I went home from a shoot—bloody, bruised and with prosthetic makeup on. I stayed in my car until my kids came to greet me. They laughed nervously while the maids watched in horror.”

LOTLOT DE LEON: “When I was 6, I filled up a gigantic pail with shampoo till bumula. Then I added powder. I told my mom I was cooking. Nagmukhang flour ’yung powder and the shampoo, parang kumukulo! Naloka ang mommy ko!”

CHRISTIAN BAUTISTA: “I placed so much Tabasco sauce in a sandwich which I gave to my brother. I told him it was catsup.”

MIRIAM QUIAMBAO: “When I was 16 and just received my student driver’s permit, I was excited to drive my dad’s car. So when he was in the shower, I took the car for a spin without his knowledge. I came back with a fender bender!”

YASMIEN KURDI: “I threw huge stones on the Ferrari and Jaguar of my classmates because they were rude to my mom. Nakipagsuntukan ako sa Egyptian schoolmates ko in Kuwait because they were discriminating Pinoys.”

NYOY VOLANTE: “Mahilig ako manggulat ng tao. One time I didn’t know the one I tried to scare had a heart ailment. Good thing nothing serious happened to him. Ang ending, ako ang natakot!”

TINTIN BERSOLA: “When I had tantrums as a kid, I would lock myself up in the bathroom and turn the shower on till it flooded. My mom got shocked because hanggang sa sala namin baha!”

JEREMY FAVIA (“Katoque” chef): “When I was 4, I pushed my kuya off the double-deck bed. He hit the floor head first. He was rushed to the hospital and had 11 stitches on his head.”

BARON GEISLER: “In Grade 5, I threw a magic bomb inside the ladies room to catch the attention of my crush who was inside. I didn’t know my teacher was also there. She had me suspended.”

CRISTINE REYES: “When I was 6, my brother asked me to light his cigarette on the gas stove. Grabe! Nasunog buong kitchen namin. Walang natirang gamit!”

By Dolly Anne Carvajal
Philippine Daily Inquirer

"The Buzz" To Make A Public Apology

2008-10-25T10:35:00.000+08:00

The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) conducted an adjudication hearing on Wednesday on the complaint filed by former actress Nadia Montenegro against Cristy Fermin, host of “The Buzz,” who was recently suspended by ABS-CBN.

The network and the board agreed that “Buzz” main host Boy Abunda will make a public apology on the Sunday afternoon talk show for the “uncontrollable behavior” of Fermin during an interview on Oct. 5 regarding her feud with Montenegro.

ABS-CBN was represented in Wednesday’s closed-door hearing by business unit head Louie Andrada and executive producer Nancy Yabut, the network’s legal director Mona Lisa Manalo and assistant liaison for the MTRCB Daisy Parungao. The board was represented by vice-chair Marc Castrodes and members Noel del Prado and Cristine Concordia.

After the hearing, the network representatives, committed to pre-tape segments that tackle sensitive issues, for self-regulation.

The network also promised to publish a public apology in a major daily, “on a best-efforts basis,” said board chair Marissa Laguardia.

Luis Manzano in Komiks Presents: Flash Bomba

2008-10-25T10:33:00.000+08:00

Luis Manzano is the next to play superhero in ABS-CBN's Mars Ravelo's Komiks Presents.

The young actor will play as Flash Bomba, the program's next feature superhero.

Flash Bomba has superhuman strength, the ability to walk up walls, to generate “thunderclaps” using his large hands or block almost anything with same. He can also mystically summon “devil horses” to create a stampede.

Jericho Rosales and Anne Curtis in Viva Film's Baler

2008-10-25T10:29:00.003+08:00

The Viva Films entry to the 2008 Metro Manila Film Festival is a period drama starring Jericho Rosales and Anne Curtis.

Baler is a love story set in the 1898 wartime era between the Spanish military and the Filipino forces, more popularly known as the “Seige of Baler.” Jericho Rosales is Celso Resurrecion, a Katipunero and his leading lady which is Anne curtis is Feliza Reyes, a Spanish-Filipina who fell in love with him. According to reports, Baler has a production budget of 70 to 100 million pesos.

Also starring in Baler are Joel Torre, Bernard Palanca, Michael de Mesa, Jao Mapa, Carlo Aquino, Mark Bautista, Ryan Eigenmann, Alvin Anson, Cinemalaya Best Actor Baron Geisler and Philip Salvador.

Produced by Vic del Rosario for Viva Films, Baler will open in theaters nationwide by December 25, 2008.

Cristy Fermin Out, Kris Aquino In on The Buzz

2008-10-25T10:29:00.001+08:00

The ABS-CBN management finally convinced Kris Aquino to reclaim her hosting job in the showbiz talk show “The Buzz” after Cristy Fermin vacated her slot due to suspension.

When Kris was first asked to return to the Buzz, she hesitated because Sunday is dedicated to her husband James Yap, son and mother. Kris and her family are spending their lunch time together with mom, former President Corazon Aquino.

The ABS-CBN management asked James if Kris can take the job and the basketball heartthrob did not hesitate.

Kris vacated her seat at the kapamilya showbiz talk show when she had a rift with co-host Cristy Fermin. Now that Cristy Fermin was suspended, she can now return not as guest host but a regular host like she used to be. She also finished her issue with Jobert Sucaldito, one of the anchors of the said talk show.

Kris will begin her hosting stint this Sunday which coincides with the birthday celebration of her co-host and best friend, Boy Abunda.

Askmen.com’s Top 49 Most Influential Men of 2008

2008-10-25T10:26:00.000+08:00

Who among the world's most influential men made it to this year's top 49? You’ll find the answer in Askmen.com’s Top 49 list for 2008.

Here is the complete list of AskMen’s Top 49 Most Influential Men of 2008:

1. Barack Obama, Democratic nominee
2. Steve Jobs, Apple CEO
3. Michael Phelps, Olympic swimmer
4. Robert Downey Jr., actor
5. Stephen Colbert, TV show host
6. Gordon Ramsay, celebrity chef and star of Kitchen Nightmares
7. Christian Bale, a.k.a Batman
8. Rob Kay, Rock Band lead designer
9. Cristiano Ronaldo, soccer phenomenon
10. John McCain, Republican nominee
11. Lorne Michaels, political satirist
12. Tom Ford, fashion designer
13. Mark Zuckerberg, the young man behind Facebook
14. Dana White, president of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)
15. Jon Stewart, talk-show host
16. Thom Yorke, lead singer of Radiohead
17. Kanye West, Hip-hop mogul
18. Kobe Bryant, basketball player
19. Ben Bernanke, chairman of US Federal Reserve
20. LeBron James, basketball player
21. Usain Bolt, athlete
22. George Clooney, actor/director
23. Jonathan Ive, iPhone 3G designer
24. Lakshmi Mittal , Indian tycoon
25. David Beckham, soccer player
26. Jimmy Kimmel, comedian
27. Liu Peng, Beijing Olympics organizer
28. Arnold Schwarzenegger, actor-turned-politician
29. Junot Diaz, author
30. Rafael Nadal, no. 1 tennis player
31. Judd Apatow, film director
32. Harvey Levin, managing editor of TMZ.com
33. Brad Pitt, actor
34. Tiesto, DJ
35. Sam Houser, video game programmer
36. Andrew Farah, inventor of electric automobiles called “Volt”
37. J.J. Abrams, writer of “Lost”
38. Jacques Herzog, architect
39. Heath Ledger, actor
40. Brett Favre, football player
41. Lewis Hamilton, race car champ
42. David Simon/Ed Burns, creators of HBO’s “The Wire”
43. Thom Browne - fashion designer
44. Ryan Seacrest, American Idol host and deejay
45. Sidney Crosby, hockey player
46. Alex Rodriguez, baseball player
47. Criss Angel, magician
48. Lil Wayne, hip-hop artist
49. Kevin Rose, founder of Digg

Philippine's boxing champ Manny Pacquiao was nominated but did not make it to the Top 49.

Philippine Box-Office: ‘I.T.A.L.Y.’ Earns P20.2 M, ‘For the First Time’ Earns P134.7 M

2008-10-25T10:23:00.000+08:00

For the First Time is now the 3rd highest-grossing local movie of 2008 with a 6-week gross of P134.7 million.

On the weekend of October 1 to 5, 2008, the no. 1 movie in the Philippines was Eagle Eye starring Shia LaBeaouf with opening gross of P27,206,554.32. This is also the week when the Richard Gutierrez-KC Concepcion starrer “For the First Time” garnered a total of P 134,695.005.40 at the box-office marking its 3rd position after “A Very Special Love” and “Caregiver.”

I.T.A.L.Y. (I Trust and Love You) registered its 3rd-week gross total of P 20,284,310.26, clearly not a box-office hit.

Over-all, here are the Top 5 movies in Philippine Box-office for 2008 so far:

1. A Very Special Love (Star Cinema/Viva Films) - P180.00 million
2. Iron Man (Paramount) - P174.18 million
3. The Dark Knight (Warner Brothers) - P159.14 million
4. Caregiver (Star Cinema) - P139.54 million
5. For The First Time (Star Cinema) - P134.70 million

Here are the Top 5 Local movies for 2008 so far:

1. A Very Special Love (Star Cinema/Viva Films) - P180.00 million
2. Caregiver (Star Cinema) - P139.54 million
3. For The First Time (Star Cinema) - P134.70 million
4. My Bestfriend’s Girlfriend (GMA Films/Regal Films) - P101.26 million
5. When Love Begins (Star Cinema/Viva Films) - P89.38 million

Source: starmometer

Miss Earth 2008 Candidates

2008-10-25T10:20:00.002+08:00

Held on November 9, 2008 at the Clark Expo Amphitheater in Angeles City, Pampanga, Philippines. Once again Miss Earth 2008 will show-off for the environment preservation campaign cause.

Meet the 91 officially selected candidates for the upcoming 8th Miss Earth 2008 beauty pageant watch their sneak shoot video at news.ionlinephilippines.com.

Sexy Leah Dizon take baby break (Video)

2008-10-25T10:17:00.001+08:00

22-year-old sexy Asian-American model and singer Leah Dizon, drop a bomb last Wednesday as she vowed to take a break to have a baby.

sexy Asian babe also confirmed that she's secretly married a man in Tokyo last week, and she was already four months' pregnant.

Gwyneth Paltrow: Flying with Apple and Moses

2008-10-25T09:59:00.002+08:00

Flying in from London following the BFI Film Festival screening of her new movie “Two Lovers,” Gwyneth Paltrow was spotted arriving at JFK airport in New York City on Thursday (October 23).

Tagging along for the trip were her two young children, Moses and Apple Martin, with Gwyn dragging Moses along by the arm as they made their way through the terminal.

The trip to the Big Apple comes shortly after Gwyneth’s good pal Madonna, who has been staying in NYC during her Stateside tour breaks, announced her divorce from Guy Ritchie.

At the premiere of “Two Lovers,” Paltrow told press: “She’s (Madonna) a very good friend. I’m supporting her in all the ways that I can. I’m just there for her. I speak to her a lot.”

Sexy Filipino actress Katrina Halili "Miss X"

2008-10-17T03:39:00.000+08:00

FHM three times Sexiest Woman Katrina Halili is ready to bound on Amsterdam for "Miss X" filming.

"Kailangan by November makapunta na kami roon kasi sobrang malamig na raw sa Amsterdam by January. E, ang costume ko pa naman sa Miss X, mga sexy, mga two-piece at maninipis, e, lamigin pa naman ako. Ngayon daw okey ang weather doon at di masyadong kalamigan, kaya this coming November, tuloy ang shooting namin," sexy filipino actress said.

Charice Pempengco and Mariah Carey video

2008-10-17T03:38:00.000+08:00

Almost a month after a duet performance with Celine Dion, Filipina sensational singer Charice Pempengco was given a chance to talk and hug her idol, Mariah Carey. See the video after this jump:

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Taken from Wynn’s Hotel, Las Vegas where Mariah lay a concert for Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation’s Grand Slam for Children.

Angelika dela Cruz pregnant

2008-10-17T03:37:00.001+08:00

Filipino Actress Angelika dela Cruz disclosed the pregnancy issue on GMA Network’s Showbiz Central by confirming that she had married her non-showbiz boyfriend Orion Casareo in a civil ceremony and that the said Filipino actress is already three months pregnant with their first baby.

Rhian Ramos is Cosmopolitan Philippines Cover Girl, October 2008

2008-10-17T03:34:00.000+08:00

Pinay teen celebrity actress Rhian Ramos who just got 18 last October 3 was very proud to cover the front page of Cosmopolitan magazine on their October 2008 issue.

“Being on the cover of Cosmopolitan magazine is a great way to show and tell people, ‘Hey, I’m a young adult now. Treat me like one,’” pinay teen actress said.

Jamilla Obispo FHM Live Chat

2008-10-10T20:16:00.002+08:00

Don't miss FHM Exclusive Jamilla Obispo on FHM Live Chat on October 9, 2008 around 5-7pm.

Hottest filipina RR Enriquez talks about Willie Revillame

2008-10-10T20:15:00.000+08:00

Wowowee co-host and one of the hottest Filipina today, RR Enriquez air out to entertainment media that she seen no problems if Willie Revillame courts her.

"Okey lang, kasi may Ferrari naman siya. May bahay naman siya sa Tagaytay. May bagong bahay siya sa Corinthian, may yate pa siya. Ang dami-dami niyang properties, so why not, ‘di ba?" RR said.

Nadia Motenegro against Cristy Fermin

2008-10-10T20:14:00.000+08:00

Filipino actress Nadia Motenegro goes all out war against Filipina host Cristy Fermin, firing each other with speeding and killing tons of issue and wrecking words. See news video about Nadia and Cristy after this jump:

Angel Locsin: Metro Magazine Cover Girl, October 2008 issue

2008-10-10T20:13:00.000+08:00

By the power of her popularity, pinay actress Angel Locsin top the cover of Metro Magazine which month of October these was about "Power Women Special".

Top 10 power pinays are:

ABS-CBN president: Charo Santos-Concio
GMA VP for entertainment TV: Wilma Galvante
ABS-CBN VP for news and public affairs: Maria Ressa
GMA Films president: Annette Gozon-Abrogar
Tina Maristela-Ocampo
Amina Aranaz-Alunan
Suyen Lim
Cristalle Henares
Marivic Añonuevo
Joanne Rae Ramirez

Sarah Geronimo: Preview Magazine Cover Girl on October 2008 issue

2008-10-10T20:11:00.000+08:00

Never thought before that this young Filipina singer-actress will turn into a good looking model.

Her appearance on Preview (a fashion magazine) made me think that she really had a line on modeling.

Drowning in a stunning look and a sophisticated Gothic look made her young Filipino to look up on her.

And speaking of young Filipino admire her,

“It would not be a good example if they saw their Ate Sarah in a kissing scene” Sarah said.

Regine Angeles: Maxim Philippines cover girl, October 2008

2008-09-29T18:57:00.001+08:00

Nevertheless, the Be Bench Search grand winner Regine Angeles painted the Maxim Philippines front page red as having her as a cover girl on the men’s magazine.

Regine played as a secretary of Gerald Anderson on ABS-CBN prime time TV-Series at night “My Girl”. Read more.

UAAP Season 71 Champions!

2008-09-26T09:22:00.000+08:00

Photo courtesy of http://www.philstar.com/.

Finally! After 6 long years of drought, the Ateneo Blue Eagles recaptures the UAAP Men's Basketball Championship, sweeping the highly-competitive De La Salle Green Archers in Season 71's finals. This time, it was Chris Tiu who carried the team to victory with 16 points, the team's best. Due to foul troubles, Season MVP Rabeh Al-Hussaini was constrained in the bench. This lead to surprise performances from backup big men Jobe Nkemakolam and Mike Baldos, who got 8 points each. Jai Reyes provided the game turning point with a slashing layup a little more than 3 minutes to go in the game! Rookie Ryan Buenafe showed that the Ateneo dynasty is on the way, exuding poise and excellence in the series.

This year's championship series proved that in basketball, there is really truth in the saying "the best offense is defense." This was shown by the 2008 Best Defensive Player Severino "Nonoy" Baclao, as he took away the Finals MVP. He gathered a whopping 5.5 blocks, alongside 6.5 points and 8.5 rebounds! His defensive performance this season will be unforgettable, especially with his crucial rejection of Rico Maierhoffer's shot! And the best part is that he showed sportsmanship by publicly apologizing to Rico for his taunting. Truly a man of Ateneo character.

I gotta give it to the De La Salle Green Archers. They showed they had the heart of champions and despite apparently having less talent and height this year, they gave the Blue Eagles a good competition. They defended their championship well.

It is just sad to see unsportsmanlike gestures from the other team. After the game, nobody from La Salle went to the stage to get the first runner-up trophy and medals. Coach Franz Pumaren uttered sharp words to the bad officiating. Well, probably it's just one of those very Filipino traits of "walang natatalo, meron lang nadadaya."

I was not at all happy for Rico's ouster. That way, La Sallians would have another alibi for their loss. :)

For now, Ateneans would have to enjoy its one year of bragging rights. :) Better luck next year, La Salle.

Go Ateneo! One Big Fight!

Maike Evers: Uno Cover Girl, September 2008

2008-09-26T09:19:00.000+08:00

Dare to have her? German-Filipino fashion model and former MTV VJ Maike Evers will cover you with hotness as she posed on UNO Magazine September 2008 issue.

Never talk about chocolates, she crave for it - and if you want to know who can get her vote on the ongoing 2008 US election.

And if this Filipina girl became a first lady, white house could be in fire.

So, Elect Hotness Now!

Marian Rivera Naked Maxi-Peel Commercial Video

2008-09-26T09:16:00.000+08:00

Haven't seen today's pinay hottest actress Marian Rivera naked? Well, this beauty products commercial video will show you Marian in bare and naked coverage shoot.

According to Yes! Magazine, the said Pinay actress was one of the top and in-demand celebrity endorser this year.

Banana Split Girls

2008-09-19T21:06:00.006+08:00

Upcoming all-female gag show on ABS-CBN, "Banana Split" is a revival or newest version of the popular early ’90s sitcom, Goin’ which starred recent ABS-CBN going Bulilit director Edgar Mortiz, Johnny Delgado, Christopher de Leon, Al Tantay, and the late Jay Ilagan. See Banana's SPlit teaser video after this jump:

The Banana Split cast:

Kristine Hermosa
Anne Curtis
Valerie Concepcion
Bangs Garcia
Dianne Medina
Princess Ryan
KoolChx
RR Enriquez
Janna
AJ Perez
Lauren Young
Riza Santos

Young Asian actress Carmen Soo wants Boracay

2008-09-19T21:06:00.005+08:00

Pretty Asian actress Carmen Soo wants to go to Boracay after she's done with the taping of ABS-CBN primetime TV-series "Kahit Isang Saglit".

The said beautiful Asian actress also like eating Pinoy food, Adobo, pinakbet and bagoong.

"A lot of things. Most of all, the people that I've been shooting with, and I think, together with the staff and crew, especially, Echo. They were my friends and family for the last two months. So, we see each other almost everyday, and spending all the time together through blood, sweat, and tears. It's not easy to forget. I think I will have withdrawal symptoms when I'm done. Oh, my God! I will miss everyone."

After, she was been asked if she like come back to Philippines again.

"I will. I want to go to Boracay. Hopefully, when were done with the shoot," Carmen said.

Laarni Lozada is the 2nd Grand Star Dreamer

2008-09-19T21:06:00.004+08:00

With a total of 651,696 or 35.21% votes, 22-year-old Filipina lady Laarni Lozada from Sultan Kudarat is the 2nd Grand Star Dreamer of Pinoy Dream Academy season 2.

Fortune, I think this lovely Filipina lady deserve it all.

Kris Aquino and Charlene Gonzales "color scheme" issue

2008-09-19T21:06:00.003+08:00

"Color scheme" was the main reason why TV host/actress Kris Aquino made a repetitive joke that made Charlene Gonzales-Muhlach irritated towards her.

Filipina model turned tv-host/actress Phoemela Baranda also confirmed that there was no color scheme in the Randy Ortiz fashion show.

"Walang particular color scheme, walang particular style. I guess the guests are free to wear whatever they want to wear," Phoemela Baranda said.

Simple scheme issue that made these Filipina celebrities turn against each other, what-a cause... good thing i'm color blind. Hahahaha

Pinay actress Mariel Rodriguez Bikini Pics

2008-09-19T21:06:00.001+08:00

Pinay celebrity actress Mariel Rodriguez has no problem wearing only undies for pictorials.

Hot Pink Lingerie, own and manage by her sister and brother-in-law Carlo was the new line of underwear endorsed by Mariel.

According to Mariel, the said lingerie was running for about 4 years and now, she's the first Pinay celebrity who gonna endorse this products.

Top 10 Hottest Indonesian Women

2008-09-18T09:44:00.001+08:00

The top 10 “hottest” Indonesian celebrities.

This list is organised according to how often pictures of famous actresses, models and celebrities have been viewed by the legions of visitors at Cari Artis.com. It attempts, totally unscientifically, to aggregate the number of views for each person’s images in the first 10 pages/120 images of the “Most Viewed” section.

Meet girls somewhat similar to these at Indonesian Cupid.

1. Revalina S Temat

The winner on balance, with dozens of “most viewed” entries in the first 120 of the most popular list (although her first entry only appears at 6th), is Miss Revalina S Temat, who this writer ignorantly admits to having never heard of. It appears more than a few local men like the nice, sweet looking Indonesian girls over the more sexy type.

2. Acha Septriasa

In second place comes somebody called Acha Septriasa, who first appears at 4th on the most viewed list but also has many other listings through the first 10 pages.

3. Agnes Monica

The inexplicably popular Agnes Monica has her first entry at 2nd, with +41,000 views, and has a few other listings further down.

4. Nia Ramadhani

Another sweet young thing, Nia Ramadhani has some considerable support.

5. Tiara Lestari

Old favourite Tiara Lestari has the number 1 most popular image but few others in the list.

6. Chelsea Olivia

Chelsea Olivia has quite a few listings down the nether regions of the top 120.

7. Bunga Lestari

Bunga Citra Lestari appears to be a singer and has a number of scandalous looking photos on the list.

8. Nadine Chandrawinata

Miss Indonesia 2006 Nadine Chandrawinata still exercises the fascination that nearly all beauty pageant winners in Indonesia do. She has the 3rd top listing at 38,280 views, and two or three more in the top 120.

9. Dian Sastro

A suprisingly weak performance from Dian Sastro, with only one listing in the top 120, at 5th, suggesting the Cari Artis hordes may not be such good judges after all.

10. Julia Perez

Julia Perez seems to score on the list mainly for the amount of her flesh on display.

Honourable mentions also go out to Ratu Felisha, Sarah Azhari, and Alexandra Joanna.

Meet ladie

Google Top Search Keywords

2008-09-15T09:24:00.003+08:00

1.	david otunga
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3.	pernicious anemia
4.	michael phelps saturday night live
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26.	merrill lynch bank of america
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76.	nfl records
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source: http://www.google.com/trends/hottrends?date=2008-9-14&sa=X

Celebrities with Cancer

2008-09-14T13:26:00.000+08:00

Many famous people have been diagnosed with cancer. The following list of celebrities (famous and infamous) who have had cancer is organized by type of cancer. Cancer strikes without regard to fame and fortune, good or bad.

Cancer - Type Not Specified

Gloria Shayne Baker - Composer and Lyricist
Roscoe Lee Browne - Actor
Chandralekha - Dancer
Elizabeth Choy - Singapore War Hero
Ty Cobb - Baseball Player
Gary C. Comer - Founder of Lands End clothing company
Cookie - Brooklyn Diana Monkey
Christopher Essex - Fashion Designer
Giacinto Facchetti - Italian Soccer Player
Gert Fredriksson - Olympic Canoeist
Joseph Kauffman - Peace Corps Founder
Jay Koch - Ronald Reagan Lookalike
Jim Lemon - Baseball Player
JoAnna Lund - Cookbook author
Janis Martin - Singer (Female Elvis)
Jeff McClelland - Airline executive
George McCorkle - Marshall Tucker Band guitarist
Gloria Monty - TV Producer ("General Hospital")
Philippe Noiret - Actor ("Il Postino", "Cinema Paradiso")
Peter Charles Orton - Founder, HIT Entertainment (Bob the Builder)
George Page - TV Host (PBS series "Nature")
Denis Payton - Sax Player ("Dave Clark Five")
Alfred Peet - Gourmet Coffee Guru
June Pointer - Singer (Pointer Sisters)
Patsy Ramsey - Mother of JonBenet Ramsey
Patricia Goedicke Robinson - Poet
Bert Sheldon - Actor
Rudolf Vrba - Auschwitz death camp escapee
Dennis Weaver - Actor ("Gunsmoke")

Bone Cancer

Nick Clarke (Sarcoma) - Broadcast Journalist (BBC)
Queen Hatshepsut - Ancient Egyptian Mummy
Don Herbert - TV Host ("Mr. Wizard")
Vincent Angelo Meli
Morag Morrison - Blind Bowler

Bowel Cancer

Bobby Moore - England World Cup Team Captain
Terry Jones - Actor ("Monty Python")

Brain Tumors

Ahmed al-Rubei - Kuwaiti Politician
Lyle Alzado - Football Player
Lee Atwater - Chairman, Republican National Committee
James Batten - CEO, Knight Ridder Newspapers
Mollie Beattie - Director, US Fish and Wildlife Services
John Buttera - Hot Rod Designer
Dan Duva - Boxing Promoter
Don Fusilli - CEO of Michael Baker Corp.
George Gershwin - Composer
Tim Gullikson - Pete Sampras' Tennis Coach
Scott Hafeman - Golf pro
Bruce Henderson - Imation CEO
Craig "Ironhead" Heyward - NFL fullback
Dick Howser - Manager, Kansas City Royals
Edward M. Kennedy (Malignant Glioma) - US Senator
Reginald Lewis - CEO, TLC Beatrice
Bob Marley - Reggae Singer
Frank Edward "Tug" McGraw - Baseball Player
Robert McNair - SC Governor
Ryan Larkin - Oscar-nominated Animator
David McDonald - Actor ("What's Love Got to Do with It")
Greg Morris - Actor (Mission Impossible)
Bobby Murcer - New York Yankees' Announcer
Joseph Gober Nazel Jr. - Journalist & Biographer
Megan O'Connell - Model
Bob O'Connor (CNS Lymphoma) - Pittsburgh Mayor
Pat Paulsen - Comedian
Slim Pickens - Actor
Pete Rozelle - NFL Commissioner
Dan Quisenberry - Pitcher, Kansas City Royals
Wilma Rudolph - Olympic Gold Medalist
Gene Siskel - Movie Critic
Deke Slayton - Astronaut
Dawn Steele - Movie Studio Executive
Annette Strauss - Former Dallas Mayor
Jan Streeter - Wife of NH Mayor Bernie Streeter
Robert Swanson - Founder of Genentech
Mike Synar - US Congressman
Michael Walsh - CEO, Tenneco
Eric Wolf - Arpanet developer

Breast Cancer

Ingrid Bergman - Actress
Shirley Temple Black - Actress
Erma Bombeck - Journalist
Maria del Carmen Bousada de Lara - IVF mother who gave birth at 66
Rachel Carson - Author
Julia Child - Chef
Sheryl Crow - Singer-Songwriter
Bette Davis - Actress
Jo Ann Davis - Member of Congress
Kelly Jo Dowd - Hooters Girl
Elizabeth Edwards - Wife of US Senator
Jill Eikenberry - Actress
Linda Ellerbee - TV Host
Belinda Emmett - TV actress
Melissa Etheridge - Musician
Edie Falco - Actress
Sasha Ferrer - Writer-Producer
Peggy Fleming - Figure Skater
Betty Ford - First Lady
Georgia Frontiere - Female owner of NFL football team
Kathryn Frost - Major General in US Army (Highest Ranking Woman in US Army)
Barbara Gittings - Gay Rights Activist
Ernie Green - Football player
Nanci Griffith (Breast Cancer, Thyroid Cancer) - Singer
Dorothy Hamill - Olympic Figure Skater
Ruth Handler - Barbie Doll
Kate Jackson - Actress
Ann Jillian - Actress
Susan Komen (Her sister, Nancy Brinker, founded the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.)
Patti LaBelle - Singer
Lorraine Hunt Lieberson - Mezzo-Soprano
Juliette Gordon Low - Founder, Girl Scouts of the USA
Linda Eastman McCartney - Wife of Paul McCartney
Kylie Minogue - Singer
Olivia Newton-John - Actress/Singer
Dr. Jerri Nielsen - South Pole
Cynthia Nixon - Actress
Sandra Day O'Connor - Supreme Court Justice
Nancy Reagan - Former First Lady
Lynn Redgrave - Actress
Cokie Roberts - Journalist
Robin Roberts - ABC Anchor (Good Morning America)
Richard Rountree - Actor
Carly Simon - Singer
Jaclyn Smith - Actress
Suzanne Somers - Actress
Susan Sontag (Breast Cancer, Uterine Cancer, Acute Myelogenous Leukemia) - Author
Soraya - Latin Singer
Gloria Steinem - Founder, MS Magazine
Wanida Tantiwittayapitak - Thai Social Activist
Jane Tomlinson - Completed Ironman, Marathons and Triathlons on Chemotherapy
Leigh Tomlinson - Singer, Actress
Fawn Vrazo - Journalist
Mickey Wright - Golfer

Colon Cancer

Charlie Bell - McDonald's CEO
Ted Corbitt (Prostate Cancer, Colon Cancer) - American Distance Runner
Eric Davis - Baseball Player
Mildred "Babe" Didrikson - Olympic Track & Field Athlete
Ron Fineman - TV Journalist
John Forsythe - Actor
Dick Hickox (Esophageal Cancer, Colon Cancer) - Basketball Player
Betty Hutton - Actress
Chen Jinlang - Singer (Singapore)
Ernie Ladd (Colon, Stomach, Bones) - Football Player, Wrestler
Marilyn Martinez - Standup Comedian
Juanita Millender-McDonald - Member of Congress (D-CA)
Frank Morgan - Saxophonist
Sharon Osbourne - Wife of Ozzie Osbourne
Walter K. Palmer - Health Insurance Executive
Abdul Razzak (Colorectal Cancer) - Gitmo Detainee
Ronald Reagan - US President
Ted Schroeder - Tennis Champion
Charles Schultz - Peanuts
Joel Siegel - Film Critic (ABC Good Morning America)
Damu Smith - Peace and Environmental Activist
Tony Snow - White House Press Secretary
Darryl Strawberry - Baseball Player
Edward Yang - Director

Esophageal Cancer

Kenjiro Haitani - Japanese Children's Author
Dick Hickox (Esophageal Cancer, Colon Cancer) - Basketball Player
Makoto "Mako" Iwamatsu - Actor
Jaap Penraat - Helped Jews escape the Holocaust
Ann Richards - Texas Governor
Larry Stewart - Secret Santa (anonymously gave away $100 bills to the needy each December)
Tom Lantos - Member of Congress and Holocaust Survivor

Kidney Cancer

Kevin Hawkins - 9/11 detective
Barbara Gallagher - Artist (Alabama)
Ivica Racan - Former Croatian Prime Minister
Lee Remick (Kidney, Liver, Lung Cancer) - Actress
Joni Richards - mother of Denise Richards

Liver Cancer

Christopher Glenn - CBS Radio Anchor
Calvin Owens - Bluesman
Lawrence Payton - Singer
Clermont Pepin - Composer
Lee Remick (Kidney, Liver, Lung Cancer) - Actress
Donald Reese - NFL Football player
Suzuki Roshi - Zen Buddhism
Jane Rule - Canadian Novelist
Lydia Sum - Hong Kong Actress
Bungo Yoshida / Teruo Takahashi - Japanese Puppeteer (Bunraku)

Lung Cancer

Edward Albert - Actor
Desi Arnez - Actor
Mark Belanger - Baseball Player
Jack Benny (Lung Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer) - Comedian
Leonard Bernstein - Composer
Gerald Boyd - Managing Editor, New York Times
Gay Brewer - PGA Tour Champion
Yul Brynner - Actor
Herb Caen - Journalist
Allen Carr - Anti-Smoking Guru
Eric Carr - Musician
Julia Carson - Member of Congress (D-IN)
Nat "King" Cole - Musician
Desiree Collins - FEMA Trailer Formaldehyde Litigant
Gary Cooper - Actor
Luiz Jose Costa - Musician
Joe DeNardo - TV Meteorologist
Willie Denson - Singer-Songwriter ("Mama Said")
Joe DiMaggio - Baseball Player
Walt Disney - Animator
David Allyn Dokich - Rapist
Jimmy Dorsey - Musician
Morton Downey, Jr. - Comedian
Richard J. Durrell - First Publisher of People Magazine
Duke Ellington - Musician
Russell Ellington - Harlem Globetrotters Coach
Barbara Epstein - Editor (New York Review of Books, US edition of The Diary of Anne Frank)
Freddy Fender - Singer
Freddie Fields - Hollywood agent and producer
Jim Finks - Football Player
Kam Fong - Actor
George MacDonald Fraser - Author (Flashman books)
Larry Gilbert - Golfer
Paul Gleason (Mesothelioma) - Actor
Stephen Jay Gould (Lung Cancer, Mesothelioma) - Scientist
Betty Grable - Actress
George Grizzard - Actor
Bobby Hachey - Singer
Carrie Hamilton - Actress
Lloyd Haynes - Actor
Susan Hayward - Actress
Andrew Hill - Jazz Pianist
Mo Howard - Comedian
Nancy Gore Hunger - Al Gore's Sister
Peter Jennings - ABC Anchor
Andreas Katsulas - Actor (One-armed man in "The Fugitive")
Eddie Kendrick - Singer
David Knapp - VP Investor Relations, Westinghouse Electric Corp.
Jesse Donald [Don] Knotts - Actor
Jiddu Krishnamurti - Religious Teacher
Hilly Kristal - Father of Punk Rock
Larry Linville - Actor (Comedy)
Nancy Littlefield - Head, NYC Film Office
Robert Mardian - Watergate figure
Roger Maris (Lung Cancer, Lymphoma) - Baseball Player
Bob Marley - Singer
Dean Martin (Lung Cancer, Testicular Cancer) - Actor
Kiel Martin - Actor
Pat Marsden - Broadcast Journalist
William McAnulty - Kentucky Supreme Court Justice
Roddy McDowell (Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer)
Wayne McLaren - Marlboro Man
David McLean - Marlboro Man
Doug McLure - Actor
Steve McQueen - Actor
Audrey Meadows - Actress
Melina Mercouri - Actress
Tammy Faye Messner - Televangelist
George Millay - Founder of SeaWorld and Wet 'n Wild
Robert Mitchum - Actor
Claude Monet - Painter
Gabriel Montalvo - Vatican envoy and ambassador to the US
Edward R. Murrow - Journalist
Paek Nam-sun - North Korea Foreign Minister
Charles Norwood - Member of Congress (R-GA)
Benny Parsons - NASCAR driver
Suzanne Pleshette - Actress
Vincent Price - Actor
Ayn Rand - Author
Lou Rawls (Brain/Lung Cancer) - Soul Singer
Harry Reasoner - Journalist
Dana Reeve - Actress
Lee Remick (Kidney, Liver, Lung Cancer) - Actress
Cal Ripkin, Sr. - Baseball Player
Wayne Schenk - Lottery Winner
Barbara Seaman - Patients Rights Advocate
Beverly Sills - Opera Star
Lowell Smith - Dancer
Ralph Sturges - Chief of Mohegan Indian Tribe in Connecticut
Ed Sullivan - Entertainer
Lauren Terrazzano - Reporter (Newsday)
Hank Thompson - Country Singer
Will Thornbury - Actor (Camel TV Ads)
Spencer Tracy - Actor
Beau Tucker - Country Music Manager (father of Tanya Tucker)
Forrest Tucker - Actor
Jim Varney - Comedian
Jimmy Walker - Basketball Player
Marion E. Warren - Photographer
John Wayne - Actor
Sandy West - Drummer ("The Runaways")
Sir Kyffin Williams (Lung, Prostate) - Artist
Carl Wilson - Musician
Warren Zevon (Mesothelioma) - Musician

Lymphoma

Paul Allen - Cofounder of Microsoft
Joe Andruzzi (Burkitt's Lymphoma) - Football Player
Gene Autry - Singer/Actor
Paul Azinger - Golfer
Ed Bradley - CBS News Anchor (60 Minutes)
Michael Brecker (Leukemia) - Jazz Saxophonist
Robin Bush (Leukemia, age 3) - Daughter of President George H.W. Bush
Susan Butcher (Leukemia) - Winner of Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
John Allan Cameron (Leukemia, Bone Marrow Cancer) - Celtic Musician
William Casey - CIA
Joseph Coors - Adolph Coors Brewing Company
John Cullen - Hockey Player
Mark Fields - Football Player
Andres Galarraga - Baseball Player
Tim Garton - Swimmer
Edward Gramlich (Leukemia) - Member, Federal Reserve Board
Lynden David Hall (Hodgkin's Lymphoma) - Soul Singer
Anthony Herrera - Actor
King Hussein - Jordanian King
Arte Johnson - Actor
LeShon Johnson - Football Player
Ray Katt - Baseball Player
Saku Koivu - Hockey Player
Mario Lemieux - Hockey Player
Charles A. Lindbergh - Aviator
Jeff MacNelly - Cartoonist
Mickey Mantle, Jr. - Baseball Player
Roger Maris (Lung Cancer, Lymphoma) - Baseball Player
Gabriel Garcia Marquez - Nobel Laureate
Carrie Nye - Actress
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis (Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma) - First Lady
Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi (Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia) - Shah of Iran
Joey Ramone - Musician/Singer
Steve Reeves - Athlete/Actor
Natt Riddles (Leukemia) - Blues Harmonica Player
Gito Rollies - Rock Singer
Craig Thomas - US Senator
Fred Thompson - US Senator
Paul Tsongas - US Senator
Mr. T (Laurence Tureaud) - Actor
Gene Wilder - Comedian

Ovarian Cancer

Marcheline Bertrand - mother of Angelina Jolie
Claudia Cohen - Gossip Columnist
Sharon Tyler Herbst - Food Author
Coretta Scott King - widow of Martin Luther King Jr.
Gilda Radner - Comedienne and Actress

Pancreatic Cancer

Count Basie - Jazz Musician
Jack Benny (Lung Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer) - Comedian
Joseph Bernardin - Roman Catholic Cardinal
Former president Jimmy Carter lost four family members to pancreatic cancer.
Emily Couric - Viginia State Senator, Sister of Today Show host Katie Couric
Joan Crawford - Actress
George Crile - CBS News
Michael E. Deaver - Ronald Reagan Adviser
Arthur H. DeRosier Jr. - College President
Fred Dressler - Time Warner Cable TV Executive
Thomas H. Eubanks - Archaeologist
Dizzy Gillespie - Jazz Musician
Charles Grimes - Olympic Gold Medalist
Melissa Hayden - Dancer (Ballet)
Marilyn Horne - Opera Star
Robert 'Skip' Jennings - ABC News Cameraman
Steve Jobs (Islet Cell Neuroendocrine Tumor) - Apple Corp. CEO
Ken Kennedy - Computer Scientist (Parallel Computation)
Bill Kitchen - Cartoonist
Michael Landon - Actor
Rafi Lavi - Israeli Contemporary Artist
Magnus Magnusson - Host of TV Quiz Show Mastermind
Rene Magritte - Artist
Henry Mancini - Musician
Arif Mardin - Producer
Eric Markusen - Genocide Expert
Laurie Bartram McCauley - Actress (Friday the 13th)
Margaret Mead - Anthropologist
Actor Matthew Modine lost his father to pancreatic cancer.
Michael J. Parman - Publisher of the Press Democrat
Randy Pausch - Computer Scientist (Virtual Reality Pioneer)
Luciano Pavarotti - Singer
Fred Paxton, Chairman of the Board of Paxton Media Group (owns newspapers in 9 states)
Billy Pugh - Inventor of NASA Safety Nets
Morris W. Rosenberg - Reporter (AP Bureau Chief)
Mel Sachs - Attorney to the Stars
Patrick Swayze - Actor
Irving Wallace - Author
George D. Warrington - Passenger Rail Executive (Amtrak, NJ Transit)
Willye White - Olympic Track and Field Athlete
Judith D. Wilkenfeld - Attorney (Fought Tobacco Industry)

Prostate Cancer

Harry Belafonte - Musician/Actor
Yahweh ben Yahweb (Hulon Mitchell Jr.) - Religious Sect Leader
Joe Brodsky - Running Backs Coach for Dallas Cowboys
James Brown - Singer, Godfather of Soul
Henry Bumstead - Oscar-winning Art Director
Frank Capra Jr. - Hollywood TV/Movie Producer
Charles "Charlie" Chan - Jackie Chan's father
Ted Corbitt (Prostate Cancer, Colon Cancer) - American Distance Runner
Bob Delegall - Actor, Director, Writer
Bob Dole - US Senator
Louis Farrakhan - Leader of Nation of Islam
Ken Fletcher - Tennis Player
Bill Flemming - ABC News Sportscaster
Dan Fogelberg - Singer/Songwriter
Rudolph Giuliani - Former NYC Mayor
Merv Griffin - Talk Show Host, Game Show Creator (Jeopardy!, Wheel of Fortune)
Andy Grove - Intel Corp.
Bob Hayes - Olympic Gold Medalist
Charlton Heston - Actor
Lamar Hunt - Football team owner who coined term 'Super Bowl'
John Kerry - US Senator
Timothy Leary - LSD
Jerry Lewis - Comedian
Nelson Mandela - Former President of South Africa
Roddy McDowell (Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer)
Roger Moore - Actor
Jack Morgan - Superior Court Judge
Rupert Murdoch - Media Magnate
Daryl G. Nickens - Screenwriter
Jerry Orbach - Actor
Arnold Palmer - Golfer
Gordon Parks - Photographer (Life Magazine) and Director ("Shaft")
Floyd Patterson - Heavyweight Champion of the World
Linus Pauling - Nobel Laureate
Colin Powell - US Secretary of State
Norman Schwarzkopf - Retired General
James LeVoy Sorenson - Billionaire Medical Equipment Pioneer
Stephen Stills - Folk Rock Singer/Songwriter
Joe Torre - NY Yankees
Eugene Watts - Serial Killer
Peter Wells - Musician
Sir Kyffin Williams (Lung, Prostate) - Artist
Bobby Windsor - Rugby player
Frank Zappa - Musician

Skin Cancer

Wayne Boden - Serial Killer (Vampire Rapist)
Fitz Dixon Jr. - Owner of Philadelphia 76ers
Stuart Entwistle - Surfer
John McCain (Melanoma) - US Senator
Edward McGaffigan Jr. (Melanoma) - Member of Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Reg Park - Bodybuilder
Joe Roth (Melanoma) - Football Player
Elizabeth Taylor - Actress
Tom Usher - CEO of US Steel

Stomach Cancer (Gastric Cancer)

Galyani Adulyadej (Abdominal Cancer) - Thai Princess
Rabbi Shmuel Berenbaum - Talmudic Scholar
Napolean Bonaparte (Gastric Cancer) - French Emperor
Darlene Conley (Stomach Cancer) - Actress
Ulrich Muehe (Stomach Cancer) - Actor
Ernie Ladd (Colon, Stomach, Bones) - Football Player, Wrestler
Anita Roberts (Gastric Cancer) - NCI Cancer Researcher
Joseph Weizenbaum - Computer Pioneer (Developed ELIZA)
Masakazu Yoshizawa - Japanese Flutist (Memoirs of a Geisha, The Joy Luck Club)

Testicular Cancer

Lance Armstrong - Tour de France Winner
Todd Barranger - Golfer
Josh Bidwell - Football Player
Richard Belzer - Actor/Comedian
Rico Fata - Hockey Player
Bernhard Goetz - Subway Vigilante
Tom Green - Comedian
Scott Hamilton - Figure Skater
Phil Kessel - Hockey Player
Bob Losure - Journalist
Mike Lowell - Baseball Player
Dean Martin (Lung Cancer, Testicular Cancer) - Actor
Billy Mayfair - PGA Tour Winner
Greg Montalbano - Baseball Player
Leonard "The Quahog" Paradiso - Suspected Serial Killer
Scott Schoeneweis - Baseball Player

Throat Cancer

Ed Bailey - Baseball Player
Amanda Blake - Actress
Humphrey Bogart - Actor
Graham Chapman - Comedian
Sean Connery (Polyps) - Actor
Sammey Davis, Jr. - Entertainer
Mike Evans - Actor
Ulysses S. Grant - US President
George Harrison - Musician
Judy Holliday - Actress
Barbara McNair - Singer and Actress
Karl Mueller - Soul Asylum Bassist
Sam Myers - Blues Musician and Singer
Darrell [Wayne] Perry - Musician
Anne Ramsey - Actress
Babe Ruth - Baseball Player
Lana Turner - Actress
Charlie Watts - Drummer (Rolling Stones)
Mary Wells (Larynx Cancer) - Singer

Thyroid Cancer

Isaac Asimov - Author
Catherine Bell - Actress
Rudy Bladel - Serial Killer (1978 Railroad Murders)
Richard Crenna - Actor
Gail Devers - Athlete
Jerry DiPoto - Baseball Player
Roger Ebert - Movie Critic
Nanci Griffith (Breast Cancer, Thyroid Cancer) - Singer
Eli Marrero - Baseball Player
Michelle Jessica Noble - Addict Counselor
Bessie Padilla - Philippine Model/Actress
Joe Piscopo - Actor/Comedian
William Rehnquist - Supreme Court Justice
Rod Stewart - Musician

Miscellaneous Cancers

R. W. "Johny" Apple Jr. (Thoracic Cancer) - Reporter and Editor
Richard Bell (Multiple Myeloma) - Keyboardist and Songwriter
Garry Betty (Adrenocortical Cancer) - CEO of Earthlink
Heather Burcham (Cervical Cancer) - Proponent of HPV Vaccine
Jenessa Boey Byers (Rhabdomyosarcoma) - 8-year-old featured on "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" and lobbied Congress on childhood cancer cures
Fran Drescher (Uterine Cancer) - Actress
Archbishop Christodoulos (Intestinal Cancer) - Leader of Greek Orthodox Church
Farrah Fawcett (Lower Intestinal Cancer) - Actress
Daniel N. Finegood (Multiple Myeloma) - Prankster (Changed Spelling of Hollywood Sign)
Sigmund Freud (Cancer of the Jaw) - Psychologist
Francis George (Bladder Cancer) - Roman Catholic Cardinal
Bobby Hamilton (Head and Neck Cancer) - NASCAR driver
Lee Hazelwood (Renal Cancer) - Singer/Songwriter
Jeff Healey (Retinoblastoma) - Musician/Guitarist
Gordon B. Hinckley (Intestinal Cancer) - President of Mormon Church
Paul Hunter (Intestinal Cancer) - Masters Champion Snooker Player
Claude Jade (Eye Cancer) - Actress
Joe Maierhauser (Carcinoid Syndrome) - Colossal Cave Park Caretaker
Diane Middlebrook (Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma) - Author
Victor Navarra (Head and Neck Cancer) - Firefighter, Marathon Runner/Coordinator
Louis Rukeyser (Multiple Myeloma) - Author and TV Host (Business & Economic News)
Eugene Saenger (Bladder Cancer) - Radiologist (Studied effects of radiation on the body)
Roy Scheider (Multiple Myeloma) - Actor (Jaws movies)
Chandra Shekhar (Multiple Myeloma) - Indian Prime Minister
Aaron Spelling (Oral Cancer, Stroke) - TV Producer
Julia Thorne (Transitional-Cell Carcinoma) - ex-wife of Senator John Kerry
Jack Wild (Mouth Cancer) - Actor
Kathleen Woodiwiss (Carcinoid Cancer) - Author (Historical Romance Novels)

Using a "Secret Shopper" (Work at Home)

2008-09-14T00:28:00.000+08:00

Is it a good idea for you?

I had an interesting experience recently, in which I got to play the role of a "secret shopper". My wife's friend is the manager of a store (I won't say what store or what type of store in the interest of anonymity), and she asked us if we would go to the store and evaluate the employees working that particular shift.

She gave us a checklist that was several pages long, which consisted of all of the things that employees are expected to do regarding customers - greeting us at the door, wearing name tags, proper assistance, and things of that nature. Naturally I thought the experience would make for a good article.

As a business owner, particularly if you are in some form of retail business, you may not always be around. Your employees might be at the top of their game when you're there, but how can you be sure that this continues when you're not?

Getting someone to participate as a secret shopper could give you the insight you need for evaluating employee performance. There are programs out there that will connect businesses with secret shoppers, or you can just get someone you know to do it if they are willing.

Breach of Trust?

One downside to this approach is the possibility of losing the respect of your employees. If you do engage in a secret shopper situation, it is probably best that the employees never find out about it. They will not appreciate being spied on, and no longer trust you. If your employees can't trust you and/or respect you, they're not going to be happy working for you, and will quite possibly begin looking for another job.

You're Running a Business

Still, you're running a business. While the employees who know they are doing a good job would be peeved at the idea of a secret shopper, the ones who know they've been slacking may take the results as a needed wake-up call. The secret shopper project should be kept secret, but let the problem-employees know that you know what is going on. The amount of subtlety you apply is up to you.

If you do use a secret shopper and all of your employees pass the test with flying colors, reward them. Even if they don't know why you're rewarding them, you can show them that you appreciate the work they've been doing, and they will surely respect that.

About the author:
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Charice Pempengco and Celine Dion

2008-09-12T06:44:00.001+08:00

Our very own talented young Filipina singer Charice Pempengco was scheduled to perform a duet with celebrity singer Celine Dion at the Madison Square Garden next week.

This young Filipina had really something to show-off, her voice and performance is truly amazing.

Well, good luck to you Charice... Let the Filipino stand out. Cheers...

Pinay celebrities Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto "no issue"

2008-09-12T06:42:00.003+08:00

The issue start two months ago when Pinay celebrity actress Judy Ann Santos manager Alfie Lorenzo released statement that somebody's using Judy Ann name for a loud comeback of Claudine in the entertainment industry, before "Maligno start on its slot".

From Philippine Entertainment Portal, here's a brief statement from both celebrity actresses:

"Wala naman talagang intriga sa amin. Siguro hindi lang kami nabigyan din ng chance na maging close. We're friends. We are friends, oo, wala namang isyu sa amin. Siguro ang isyu lang ng mga tao sa amin is hindi kami nagkakasama sa trabaho, ‘yong ganun, kaya ang feeling nila magkaaway kaming dalawa. Pero hindi, matatanda na kami para dun," Judy Ann Santos said.

"May pinagsamahan kami ni Juday. We're not that close pero grabe ang respeto namin sa isa't isa. Kung may problema ang isa, nandoon kami para sa isa't isa kahit wala kami sa happy times. Basta sa tough times, nandito lang tayo sa isa't isa," Claudine Barretto said.

Ramiele Malubay and Danny Noriega Live in Manila

2008-09-12T06:42:00.002+08:00

Watch Pinay celebrity singer Ramiele Malubay and her best friend Danny Noriega perform live in Aliw Theater, Pasay City this coming December 20-21.

American Idol contestants will perform together with Ogie Alcasid, and Pinoy Idol winner Gretchen Espina and finalist Robby Navarro.

I have no idea where to buy the tickets on the said concert, but the priced are 650, 1400, 2400, and 3000 pesos if you're in front stage.

Sexy young Filipina Katrina Halili answers new issues after return from U.S.

2008-09-12T06:40:00.001+08:00

Just get back from GMA Pinoy TV promotion at California, sexy young actress Katrina Halili manage to answer an issue that was thrown to her.

Katrina deny the issue that she's becoming "big head"...

"Hindi ko po talaga alam kung saan nanggagaling ‘yan. Siguro napapansin po nila, kasi noong bago po ako umalis, three weeks po ako na walang tulog. Dire-diretso po yung Magdusa Ka, Obra, ‘tapos nag-shoot pa ako ng Sundo kasi kailangan ko pong umalis," sexy young Filipina said.

And about FHM and Maxim issue?

"Hindi po, hindi naman talagaa ko sa FHM, sabi ko nga po sa Maxim, 'Bakit ngayon n'yo lang ako kinober e, ang tagal-tagal na?'" Katrina ended.

Former UFC champ Tanner dead at 37

2008-09-10T04:03:00.000+08:00

Former Ultimate Fighting Championship middleweight champion Evan Tanner was found dead near Palo Verde, Calif. on Monday. He was 37 years old. His management team at the Driving Force Sports management agency confirmed his death to MMAWeekly.com.

Tanner had trekked into the desert on a journey to “cleanse” himself, according to Douglas Vincitorio of Tanner’s management team. “He went out to the desert to do a ‘cleansing’ as he called it. Kind of like ‘Survivorman.’” These short trips were not new to Tanner, said Vincitorio. It is something that he has done numerous times over the years.

“What we were told is that (Sheriff’s officials who found Tanner) believe his motorcycle had run out of gas, so he went to walk out in like 115- to 118-degree heat,” Vincitorio said. “He was miles away from his camp. That’s where the helicopter found him. Right now, they just think that he succumbed to the heat.”

Lt. George Moreno of the Imperial County Sheriff’s Department has reported that Tanner set out treasure hunting on Wednesday, Sept. 3, asking friends to call for help if he didn’t return right away. Lt. Moreno says friends called the Sheriff’s Office on Friday, Sept. 5, and search and rescue teams looked for him throughout the weekend in temperatures up to 114 degrees.

The U.S. Marines used a helicopter to search by air Monday morning, finally spotting a body two miles from the campground where Tanner’s belongings were found earlier, according to Lt. Moreno. While a coroner has yet to confirm the body is Tanner’s, John Hayner, the owner at Driving Force Sports, says people close to to the fighter visually identified his body at the scene.

On Aug. 10, Tanner wrote a blog on Spike TV’s website, proclaiming his desire to start an adventure in the desert east of his new home in Oceanside, Calif. An avid outdoorsman and wandering spirit, he wanted to escape civilization for a while.

“I’m not just going out into the desert, I’m going out into the desert to hunt for lost treasure,” he wrote. “I’m going on a pilgrimage of sorts, a journey to solitude, to do some thinking, and to pay my respects to the great mysteries.”

On Aug. 16, Tanner wrote about collecting supplies for his journey, and wrote about the dangers he might face.

“I plan on going so deep into the desert, that any failure of my equipment, could cost me my life,” he said. “I’ve been doing a great deal of research and study. I want to know all I can about where I’m going, and I want to make sure I have the best equipment.”

Of course, this led followers of his blog to fear for his safety, as they often did when Tanner reported his frequent by-the-seat-of-his-pants adventures. In a blog dated Aug. 27, Tanner tried to calm his audience.

“This isn’t a version of ‘Into the Wild,’” he wrote. “I’m not going out into the desert with a pair of shorts and a bowie knife, to try to live off the land. I’m going fully geared up, and I’m planning on having some fun.”

But he also affirmed that things could go wrong if his equipment wasn’t up to snuff.

“I do plan on going back pretty far, so I did mention in one of my posts that I wanted to make sure to have good quality gear,” he said. “Any failure of gear out in the desert could cause a problem.”

On Sept. 2, Tanner wrote his final blog entry, documenting a training session at a facility in Oceanside.

The Amarillo, Texas native was a high school wrestling stand out who won the state championships his junior and senior years despite only getting into the sport as a sophomore. He entered mixed martial arts in 1997 encouraged by friends.

Tanner rose to the top of the mixed martial arts world by winning the UFC middleweight title over David Terrell at UFC 51: “Super Saturday” Feb. 5, 2005. He lost the title later in the year to Rich Franklin. Tanner, who had a career MMA record of 32-8 last competed in the UFC on June 21 losing to Kendall Grove by split decision.

“He will obviously be sorely missed,” said Vincitorio. Adding, “I think that Evan would want to be remembered as a very complex man with many layers, not just a fighter.”

Tanner was surely a unique personality. He’s eclectic spirit and competitive nature will be sorely missed in the MMA community.

Britney Opens The VMAs With Jonah Hill

2008-09-09T10:30:00.001+08:00

Last year's opening act makes a triumphant return, with a little help from Jonah Hill, to kick off the 2008 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles!

I cant believe what these people can say, yeah you like other artists and that is alright but britney totaally deserve those awards, it was like the pay that the vmas gave to her for all the rating and good moments that she has done trough all these years, maybe piece of me is not like her greatest video, but its good there was other good videos like the one from the ting tings, but brit won it and you cant do anything. so for everyone out there SHE IS BACK AND STRONGER THAN EVER.

Anne Curtis

2008-09-07T22:56:00.000+08:00

Anne Curtis (born Anne Ojales Curtis Smith on February 17, 1985 in Australia) is a Filipino-Australian commercial model and actress currently active in the Philippines. She is best known for her roles as Celine Magsaysay in Maging Sino Ka Man and as Imang/Fatima, the title role in Kampanerang Kuba. Both of these shows aired on the ABS-CBN network in the Philippines. Anne became the very first winner on MYX Awards 2005 for "Favorite Guest Appearance in a Music Video" for I Need You by Mark Bautista. In 2007, Anne became an MTV VJ for the new MTV Philippines which relaunched March 1, 2007. She is currently starring in a film under Star Cinema with Aga Muhlach entitled "When Love Begins".

Biography
Curtis was born and raised in Australia by a Filipina mother and an Australian father.

She lived in Australia until her lawyer father, James Curtis-Smith, moved to the Philippines when she was 12 years old. It is a move that Curtis is thankful for. "I am so happy that I’m here. If I were in Australia I’d have been in a boarding school! My dad was strict when it comes to education. He kept on discouraging me when I tried doing commercials, saying that they are just tricking me to get out of school. We lived in the country, so we’d be asleep around 8 or 9 p.m. It was really boring. But here, there are so many gimmicks. As of now, being young, I prefer living here (in the Philippines) but maybe when I settle down, I’ll move back to Australia."

Angel Locsin

2008-09-07T18:01:00.003+08:00

Angel Locsin (born Angelica Colmenares on April 23, 1985), is a television and film actress, commercial model, film producer and fashion designer in the Philippines who was introduced in GMA Network's youth-oriented program, Click. Locsin rose to prominence after being cast as one of the lead stars in the fantasy-themed television series Mulawin in 2004. Soon after, she starred as the superheroine Darna in the TV adaptation of the popular Mars Ravelo comics. When her contract expired last March 2007, Angel did not renew her contract to her mother studio, GMA Network, and signed an exclusive contract in ABS-CBN despite her booming career on the first. According to her, this is purely a career move. She is now the lead star in Lobo.

Film career
Locsin was first seen in films such as Ping Lacson Supercop, Mano Po 2 and Kuya. Then in 2004, she made her first lead role in Singles with Ara Mina and Aubrey Miles which was produced by Regal Films. Since then, she became a regular film actress. She also starred in Mano Po 4 and Sigaw. Luckily, In 2005 Locsin made her first valentine movie from GMA Films entitled Let the Love Begin with Richard Gutierrez which grossed P120 Million Pesos on the box-office. She also reprised her role as Alwina in Mulawin:The Movie. In early 2006, Locsin made another box-office hit I Will Always Love You which grossed more than P160 Million Pesos. In that same year, she starred in TXT and her Metro Manila Film Festival entry, Mano Po 5. She reunited with Richard Gutierrez in The Promise, where their roles are considered mature compared than their past movies. Locsin also produced her own film entitled Angels which was shown in theaters in April 12, 2007. Since Locsin signed an exclusive contract in Star Cinema, she is not permitted to do films other than Star Cinema. Recently, Piolo Pascual confirmed that she and Angel will be having a movie tentatively titled Wild Hearts under Star Cinema that is suppose to shoot in Australia on June and July, 2008 and will be showing nationwide on October 1, 2008.

Elisha Cuthbert

2008-09-07T18:01:00.001+08:00

Elisha Cuthbert (born November 30, 1982) is a Canadian actress. Cuthbert is known as the former co-host of the Canadian children's television series Popular Mechanics for Kids, and for her role as Kim Bauer in the American action-thriller television series 24. She had her first lead role in the 2004 feature film The Girl Next Door. She has had starring roles in the 2005 House of Wax and the 2007 horror film Captivity.

Early Life
Cuthbert was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, the daughter of Patricia, a homemaker, and Kevin, an automotive design engineer. She has two younger siblings, Jonathan and Lee-Ann and grew up in Greenfield Park, near Montreal, Quebec. In 2000, she graduated from Centennial Regional High School and moved to Los Angeles at the age of seventeen to pursue an acting career.

Paris Hilton

2008-09-07T18:00:00.002+08:00

Paris Hilton (born February 17, 1981) is an American celebutante, singer, actress, model, and businesswoman.

She is best-known through the television series The Simple Life. She has appeared in several minor film roles, most notably in the horror film House of Wax in 2005. In 2004 she published a tongue-in-cheek autobiography. In 2006, she released her debut album Paris. Hilton's career pursuits include singing, modeling, acting, writing, and television. As a result of several legal incidents, Hilton served a widely publicized sentence in an L.A. County jail facility in 2007.

Early Life
Born in New York City, Hilton is the oldest of four children of Richard and Kathy Hilton (née Avanzino). She has a sister, Nicky, and brothers, Barron and Conrad.

On the maternal side of her family, she is a niece of two child stars of the 1970s, Kim Richards and Kyle Richards. Hilton was related by marriage to Nicole Richie's godmother, Nancy Davis, when Nancy's brother, Greg, was married to Kim Richards.

Hilton's paternal grandparents are hotel chairman Barron Hilton, and his wife, the former Marilyn Hawley; Barron Hilton's parents were Hilton Hotels founder Conrad Hilton and his first wife, Mary Barron.

Hilton moved between several exclusive homes in her youth, including a suite in the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in Manhattan, Beverly Hills, and the Hamptons. She attended Marywood-Palm Valley School in Rancho Mirage, California her freshman year of high school; Dwight School in New York for her sophomore and junior years; then a few months at Canterbury School in New Milford, Connecticut before dropping out. Hilton eventually earned a GED.[citation needed]

In December 2007, Hilton's grandfather Barron Hilton pledged 97 percent of his estate to a charitable organisation founded by his father, the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation. An immediate pledge of $1.2 billion was made, with a further $1.1 billion due after his death. He cited his father's actions as the motivation for his pledge. According to reports, the potential inheritance of his grandchildren is sharply diminished.

Alessandra De Rossi

2008-09-07T18:00:00.001+08:00

Alessandra Schiavone De Rossi, better known by her stage name Alessandra De Rossi (born on July 19, 1984 in England, United Kingdom), is an Italian-Filipino actress. She is the younger sister of actress Assunta De Rossi.

She was once overshadowed by the showbiz success of her older sister, Assunta. However, her genuine ability to act allowed her to eventually outshine the former. Her career took off after exceptional portrayals in different drama films including the critically acclaimed Mga Munting Tining (Small Voices) and Homecoming, where she portrayed a Canadian-based domestic worker who visited her home in a rural town in the Philippines, bringing with her the deadly disease SARS which she spreads among the residents.

Alessandra won the part of Valentina, the villainess of the popular comic turned fantaserye (fantasy TV series), Darna, which aired on GMA network in 2005. The show fared exceptionally well in the ratings, earning her additional attention for her show stealing performance.

De Rossi’s latest offering was the Singaporean-based horror film The Maid where she played the lead role of Rosa, a housemaid in Singapore. The film was a box office hit both locally and in neighbouring Asian countries.

Like her sister, Assunta, who had posed for men's magazines (one of which is FHM), Alessandra did too as the cover girl for April 2008 of the said Magazine. She is a Star Magic Batch 6 alumni.

Television
Kamandag as Eleanor
Pasan Ko Ang Daigdig as Luming
Magic Kamison: Season 2
Mobile Sheriff Jiban as Marsha (voice)
Super Twins as Nickelina/Nickela
L.U.V. Pow
MMS Music Mo Sikat as Video Jock
Now and Forever: Linlang as Brenda
Encantadia: Pag-ibig Hanggang Wakas (2006) as Andora
Etheria (2005) as Andora
Darna (2005) as Valentina
Hanggang Kailan as Jennifer
Kung Mawawala Ka (2001) as Paloma
Kool Ka Lang (2001)
Click(1999) as Ian
Cyberkada (1999) as herself
GMA Telesine Specials as different characters

Film
Hide and Seek (2007)
Kutob (2005)
The Maid (2005) .... Rosa Dimaano
Spirit of the Glass (2004)
Astigmatism (2004)
Homecoming (2003/I) .... Abigael Edades
Mano po 2: My home (2003) .... Ingrid Tan
The Cory Quirino Kidnap: NBI Files (2003) .... Helen
Message Sent (2003)
Mga Munting Tinig (2002) .... Melinda
aka Small Voices (International: English title)
Pakisabi na lang... Mahal ko siya (2002) .... Icee
Hubog (2001) .... Nika
aka Wretched Lives (International: English title)
Azucena (2000) .... Lily
aka Dog Food (International: English title)

Angelica Panganiban

2008-09-07T17:59:00.002+08:00

Angelica Panganiban (born on November 4, 1986 in the Caloocan City, Philippines) is a television and film actress, commercial model and product endorser working in ABS-CBN. Angelica is now preparing for her newest teleserye in ABS-CBN entitled Iisa Pa Lamang with Gabby Concepcion and Claudine Barretto.

Angelica's parents separated when she was two years old. She has no memories of her father. In her childhood, Angelica had thought that her grandfather, Alfredo Panganiban, was her real father.

Young actress Angelica David Panganiban says she is the only daughter of Annabell Panganiban and a father she didn’t know by name. “Maybe I knew his name when I was a child but I’ve forgotten it now,” she says. She has no memories of her father either. “Only a picture,” she says. And she doesn’t miss him. “I never grew up with a father,” she adds. “Had I felt his presence then, I could have missed him today.”

In her childhood, Angelica had thought that her grandfather, Alfredo Panganiban, was her father, until her playmates set her aright. “I was playing in a playmate’s house and told the rest that my daddy was coming home soon with plenty of pasalubong (gifts).’ But they told me, ‘He’s not your daddy, he’s your lolo. You don’t have a daddy…’ I didn’t cry. It wasn’t an issue for me; I was too young then.”

The only time she wished her father was around, Angelica says, was two years ago, when she celebrated her debut. “He could have been my first dance,” she says wistfully. Her Lolo Alfredo graciously did the honor.

Amazingly, no one has yet come forward to claim paternity of this young actress who starred in such movies as “Antipolo Massacre,” her first film, “Separada” (where she won a Famas for Best Child Actress), and “Santa Santita.”All she knows about him, says Angelica, is that her parents had separated when she was two. He was crazy (baliw), her mother had told her.

It was no big deal, she recalls. In grade school, Angelica remembers having a group of friends called “barkadahang walang ama” (friends without fathers). “All my friends’ parents were separated. Their stories were worse than mine. One’s father was said to have been ran over by a train. Another said her mother chopped off her father’s head, and so on.”

Only recently did her mother started telling her the truth, but piecemeal. “My parents separated, he’s now settled in Guam and has another family.” That’s all she knows and that’s how far she’ll go answering any more queries about her family.

Angelica was born on November 4, 1986 in Caloocan City. Listed as her parents are Alfredo Panganiban, a taxi operator in Guam, and Melania Panganiban, a housewife. Angelica finished elementary school in 1999 at St. Vincent in Teacher’s Village, Quezon City, and her high school in 2003 at St. Vincent, West Avenue. The pretty lass was the Junior-Senior Prom Princess in 2002 and Miss Junior and Senior Prom in 2003.

Angelika dela Cruz

2008-09-07T17:59:00.001+08:00

Maria Lourdes Egger Dela Cruz, better known by her screen name Angelika Dela Cruz (born October 29, 1981), is a Filipina actress and singer of Italian-Austrian-Filipino descent. She started her career in 1995, and has since appeared in a lot of television shows and movies, mostly with ABS-CBN, and has recorded a couple of albums as well.

Angelika Dela Cruz was born of a Filipino father and an Italian-Austrian mother. She is 5 feet and 1.5 inches tall and has dark brown hair and eyes. She has a younger sister, Mika, who is now a child star, and two brothers, Edward and Erick, the former being the lead singer for the boy band "Freshmen". She currently resides in Malabon, Metro Manila. She used to be the girlfriend of fellow actors Jericho Rosales, Victor Neri and the late Miko Sotto. She is currently dating a non-showbiz man named Orion. Angelika is also the owner of Starz Bar and restaurant.

Early success
Angelika Dela Cruz started her career in 1995. She became part of the movie Nights of Serafina which made her win the 1997 New Best Actress of the Year award. After that, ABS-CBN spotted her and she became part of the noon-time soap opera Mara Clara. Angelika, whose main passion is singing, made two albums under BMG Records and one album under Imperial Records, which succeeded in selling her album in Japan. Though she really wanted to be a singer, Angelika found more success in the field of acting. After her stint in Mara Clara, she was seen again in another Judy Ann Santos series: Esperanza. She was also paired with Jericho Rosales in the teen horror series Oka Tokat and in the movie Magandang Hating Gabi, they also had a short flick of the hit series Esperanza. She also starred in some movies such as Seventeen so Kaka, Huwag Mo Nang Itanong and Esperanza: The Movie which gave her a Best Supporting Actress nomination. She became part of ABS-CBN's Star Magic.

Moving to GMA Network
After being with ABS-CBN, Angelika decided to transfer to GMA Network. On GMA, she became part of a Jessa Zaragosa series, Di Ba't Ikaw. She was also in the youth-oriented show, Click, the noontime variety show, SOP and in the fantasy-action-adventure series Pintados. One of her biggest breaks on TV came when she starred in the series Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin. Her performance in the said series crowned her as GMA's Soap Opera Princess. However, though she was very active in primetime TV, Angelika didn't stop making films. She did a mature role in the movie Hari ng Selda: Anak ni Baby Ama 2 with Robin Padilla. She also did the movie S2pid Luv with Andrew E. After Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin, Angelika starred in another GMA Network soap series Habang Kapiling Ka.

Back to ABS-CBN
When Angelika's contract with GMA expired, Angelika moved back to her first home studio ABS-CBN. She was paired again with ex-boyfriend Jericho Rosales in the hit series Sana'y Wala Nang Wakas with Kristine Hermosa and Diether Ocampo. After doing the soap, Angelika refrained from drama and concentrated in her hosting talent. She did hosting in the showbiz-oriented show ETK: Konek, ASAP, Morning Star, MTB: Ang Saya Saya, and the 2004 Himig Handog Love Songs. After that, Angelika made another primetime series, Ikaw ang Lahat Sa Akin with Claudine Barretto, Diether Ocampo, John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo. Prior to that series, Angelika received offers such as playing the role of Eden in the series Panday and playing the role of Alena in the hit fantasy series Encantadia but she had to turn down to the role due to the said soap with Claudine. After doing a supporting role in Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin, Angelika made another soap opera, the TV remake of a Sharon Cuneta and Cherie Gil movie, Bituing Walang Ningning, this time, she played the anti-heroine to the series which also starred Sarah Geronimo and Ryan Agoncillo. Angelika was also seen in Pedro Penduko at ang mga Engkantao where she played the role of Kalagua, the ultimate evil. She also played as one of the leads in the mid-drama series Prinsesa ng Banyera along with Kristine Hermosa. She subsequently turned down the following roles offered to her by ABS-CBN: lead role on the then-upcoming show Kapag Langit and Humatol which was shelved; the leading lady of Vhong Navarro in Lastikman; and the anti-heroine roles in Ysabella and Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita (which was bought later on by GMA Network where she accepted the role). She was also considered for the lead role of the remake of Rubi.

Back to GMA Network
While Prinsesa ng Banyera is still on air, Angelika decided to move back to the Kapuso network. She signed a full-year contract with the station that gave her two major soap operas. Her comeback project with the Kapuso network is a remake of a Sharon Cuneta movie, Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita. She was replaced by former Kapuso star, Ara Mina, in the on-going Prinsesa ng Banyera. There are news that Angelika will star in another sinenovela with Iza Calzado entitled Una Kang Naging Akin.

Anna Theresa Licaros

2008-09-07T17:57:00.000+08:00

Anna Theresa Licaros (born August 10, 1984 in Mandaluyong City, Philippines), nicknamed Tere, is the Binibining Pilipinas-Universe 2007 titleholder.

Early Life
Licaros was raised in Cainta, Rizal but traces her roots back to Cuenca, Batangas. She is the eldest in a brood that includes three brothers. A consistent honor student, Licaros graduated with honors in elementary school in Assumption Antipolo, and valedictorian in high school at the same school. In 2005, she graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Broadcast Communication, at the University of the Philippines Diliman, garnering a General Weighted Average (GWA) of 1.161. She enrolled in the University of the Philippines College of Law, where she rose to become one of the top students in their junior class.

Beauty Queen
Licaros was spotted by a talent agent during registration week in law school and was prodded to go to a talent agent for a VTR. During the VTR, the agent broached the idea of her joining the Binibining Pilipinas beauty pageant. She signed up for the contest and eventually captured the title of Binibining Pilipinas-Universe on March 3, 2007. She was the official representative of the Philippines to the Miss Universe 2007 pageant held in Mexico City, Mexico.

Standing at 5 feet 9 inches, Licaros bagged a number of special awards during pageant night, and her impressive answer to the final question (where she was asked to choose between lovelife or the crown, and she chose the crown), enabled her to win one of the pageant's three titles.

In the Miss Universe 2007 pageant, she won the Miss Photogenic special award via a worldwide internet voting poll. She is the seventh delegate from the Philippines to have won the special award. However, she did not place in the top fifteen semifinalists.

Pretty Asian actress Carmen Soo and Jericho Rosales issue

2008-09-07T04:09:00.000+08:00

Nobody likes to be tagged as boyfriend stealer, that's what Pretty Asian actress Carmen Soo stated on the "Kahit Isang Saglit" press conference last Thursday (September 4, 2008).

"Well, I don't have no idea. I don't know the actual timing it was happening. So, I don't know what's going on, so I just knew after. I think, it just so happened that we were shooting when it happened. But I think, it could be any girl or actress and it's just so easy to point me," pretty Malaysian actress said.

Got nothing to say, if they are in good terms - so be it.

Angelica Panganiban and Derek Ramsey visible again in showbiz

2008-09-07T04:05:00.000+08:00

Pinay teen actress Angelica Panganiban was pretty hurt by press treatment with regards to her problem with Derek Ramsey in the past.

Angelica show a great performance on ABS-CBN prime time TV-series "Iisa Pa Lamang," playing the role of Scarlet.

"Napaka-thankful ko, kasi simula sa director namin hanggang sa mga eksena ko, sinsuportahan nila ako, talagang tinutukan nila ako, sinasabi nila ang mga dapat kong gawin. Natutuwa ako kasi kung ano yung takot ko na gawin yung mga scenes ko, nakikita nila yung effort na pagbutihan ko. Kumbaga, nagpe-pay off lahat ng ginagawa ko. Masaya ako dahil may mga napapasaya akong tao at nagagawa ko yun nang wala akong taong kailangang gamitin o kailangang tapakan para lang marinig ko yung mga salitang yun," pinay teen actress said.

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2008-09-05T11:06:00.002+08:00

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Pinay celebrity actress Judy Ann Santos wants tax-evasion case to be over before wedding

2008-09-04T21:58:00.000+08:00

Happiness overwhelm pinay actress Judy Ann Santos over her movie "Ploning", nominated as best foreign language film category in Oscar Awards.

But the fact that Judy Ann was still facing the tax evasion charges filed by BIR last 2005 is big headache I guess.

Being happy on the day of their wedding is everybody's dream, as so this celebrity actress.

"Ideally, yun ang gusto kong mangyari. Bago kasi dumating si Ryan sa buhay ko, may kaso na ako talaga. Kumbaga, may pinatong nang kaso sa ulo ko so ayokong papasok kami sa bagong buhay na may bibitbiting problema, 'tapos pagdating ng panahon, poproblemahin din niya. I really don't find it fair for him na pati siya mamomroblema sa issue ko. 'Pag naging kami na, masayang buhay na talaga. Kung may kakaharapin kaming problema, yung kaming dalawa na," Judy Ann said.

The actress also narrated that she has lots of things to do, business, houses, and loose weight.

Sexy pinay Jacq Yu Bikini Pics

2008-09-04T21:57:00.000+08:00

Jacqueline Yu or known as Jacq Yu is just a simple Filipino girl who love beaches, shopping, dancing, eating, her loving cat.

And speaking of beach, I'd grab some Bikini photos of this sexy Filipino girl.

Jacq looks so sexy and pretty without any make-up, I'd always prefer to see girl off to their cosmetics weapon - I can tell that a girl is beautiful if I see her just woke-up in bed in the morning.

In addition, Jacq already made an appearance on several men's magazines like FHM Philippines and Maxim.

Sabyasachi to launch new line of jewellery at MBFW

2008-09-02T20:02:00.000+08:00

Eclectic Indian designer Sabyasachi Mukherjee adds another feather to his cap as he’s invited to showcase at the forthcoming Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week for the third year in a row. Sabyasachi remains the only Indian designer to have achieved this feat.

The designer will unveil his latest collection at the Spring Summer ’09 Season of the Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week. However, what is unique about his latest collection is that it will include a new line of jewellery designed by Sabyasachi in association with GAJA, a brand of the Shree Ganesh Jewellery House Limited, Kolkata.

Sabyasachi’s collection to be showcased at the Fashion Week takes its inspiration from the paintings of Paul Gauguin, Emil Nolde and the spirit of Edith Piaf’s music. Hand painted silks, discharge printed chiffons, and multicolored textured embroidery that almost resemble peeling off canvasses, form the basis of this trendy collection that has a varied range of body-conscious silhouettes and shapes from the ’40’s and ‘60’s.

The jewellery line, an extension of Sabaysachi’s design philosophy -“Personalized imperfection of the human hand” - uses cross cultural influences and obsolete and traditional techniques of manufacturing. Quaint Minakari, an eclectic mix of gemstones and a clashing mix of tradition, whether it is filigree from Bengal, Jadau from North India or Chettinad style of studded jewellery from South, every piece is a testimonial to the rich jewellery heritage of India.

Sabyasachi Mukherjee quotes “While I’m very excited to go for the Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week for the third time in a row, I’m hopeful that my first jewellery line will generate the same kind of interest as my clothes lines do. The jewellery line has plenty of detailing and free mixing of colours. I’m grateful to GAJA jewellers for coming forth to present and sponsor my collection. ”

The Shree Ganesh Jewellery House Limited is the largest Indian exporter of ‘Handcrafted Gold Jewellery’. Headquartered in Kolkata, the group believes in the magic of turning gold into jewellery. Interestingly, before stepping into the world of sartorial fashion, Sabyasachi began his professional career as a jewellery designer.

Rahul Singh, Head of Marketing - GAJA jewelers adds, “We are very proud to associate ourselves with a designer of the caliber and repute of Sabyasachi. We use innovative marketing strategies to export Handcrafted Gold Jewellery all over the world. Through this association we are looking at promoting Indian heritage and work of art all across the globe.”

Sabyasachi’s show at Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week will take place at ‘The Salon’ at Bryant Park on Friday, 12 September 2008 at 1 pm.

Mercedes Benz New York Fashion Week

Alessandra de Rossi and Rhian Ramos intensify tension

2008-08-31T20:04:00.001+08:00

The tension between young Filipino actresses Alessandra de Rossi and Rhian Ramos become the most talk in celebrity entertainment news update, read the details below how these long time feud begun according to the column of Bong Godinez;

Sinasabing nag-ugat ang alitan ng dalawa last year matapos diumanong magpakawala ng biro si Rhian sa set ng napurnadang GMA-7 show na Love Pow. Hindi raw nagustuhan ni Alex (nickname ni Alessandra) ang biro ng co-star at napikon ito nang tuluyan. Sa sobrang inis nga raw ni Alex ay nagawa nitong ibato ang hawak na cell phone.

Nagsabi naman siya ng sorry, depensa ni Rhian. Ngunit hindi raw tinanggap ni Alex and kanyang apology kaya hindi na rin siya nagpilit na humingi pa ulit ng dispensa.

Rhian who was recently back from Europe; where she's one of the casts of soon-to-be-shown movie I.T.A.L.Y wants no comments about this issue.

Sexy young Filipina Alessandra de Rossi on I Love Betty La Fea

2008-08-31T19:59:00.001+08:00

Newly transferred young Filipina acress Alessandra de Rossi confirmed that she's still adjusting to her new home (ABS-CBN).

"Niligaw na pusa? Ganun ang dating ko. Kailangan kong mag-adjust kahit anong mangyari dahil nandito na ako. And there's no turning back. So, mahirap man, Diyos ko naman! Ang tanda-tanda ko na, ‘di ba? Ngayon ko lang naranasan yung pag-a-adjust," sexy young actress said.

Alessandra is one the cast on the Kapamilya TV-series "I Love Betty La Fea,"

I Love Betty La Fea cast:

Bea Alonzo as Aurora Beatriz Pinzón Solano / Betty
John Lloyd Cruz as Armando Solis
Ruffa Gutierrez as Daniella Valencia
Vhong Navarro as Nicolas Mora - Betty's Best friend. He falls in love with Betty
Ai Ai delas Alas as Julia Pinzón
Alessandra De Rossi as Cristina Alegro
Sam Concepcion as Andrew Pinzón - younger brother of Betty
Ronaldo Valdez as Hermes Pinzón
Megan Young as Marcela Valencia
Wendy Valdez as Patricia Fernandez
Joem Bascon as Mario Calderon
Randolf Stamatelaky as Randy
Ronnie Liang as Enrique
Thou Reyes as Hugo Lombardi
Marvin Yap as Bart
Lloyd Zaragoza as Roman
Sheryn Regis as Kylie - one of Betty’s defenders
Meryll Soriano as Rose
Krystel Moreno as Jen
Arlene Tolibas as Cely
CJ Jaravata as Lita
Sammy Villaresis as Caloy
Jojo Alejar as Mac Olarte
Jayson Gainza as Adolfo
Nan Clenuar as Mickey
Bam Romana as Donald
John Prats
Jane Oineza as young Betty[citation needed]
Vicky Belo
Flora Gasser

Movie Trailer:

Madonna Has Meltdown Over Mistakes

2008-08-28T10:43:00.000+08:00

Madonna reportedly had a ‘meltdown” after some technical difficulties affected one of her shows last night.

The Material Girl singer — who was in Nice, France, for the French leg of her Sticky & Sweet world tour — was furious after the massive screens bought in for the multi-million dollar show went blank during several songs.

A source tells British publication the London Paper,
“Madonna sets very high standards for herself and for those
working around her, so when things go wrong she gets annoyed.
“With so many friends in the audience it was doubly annoying
for her.”

U2 frontman Bono was spotted in the crowd, carrying cigars in his top pocket while dancing with a group of friends. David and Victoria Beckham also flew into France especially for the show, while Elton John and husband David Furnish cheered enthusiastically from their VIP seats.

The Sticky & Sweet tour, which has been described as a “rock driven dancetastic journey”, features four acts: Pimp; Old School; Gypsy; and Rave.

source: showbiz spy

Mackenzie Phillips Busted For Drug Possession

2008-08-28T10:39:00.001+08:00

Of all the places not to carry drugs, airport’s are right up there on the top of that list, next to a police station.

But One Day at a Time actress Mackenzie Phillips has been busted at LAX for allegedly possessing heroin and cocaine. She’s in custody right now.

At 10:00 AM, officers responded to Terminal 4, where 48-year-old Phillips was being screened by TSA. During the screening process, some baggies and balloons believed to contain heroin and cocaine were recovered.

The former “One Day at a Time” star has had a long history of drug abuse.

source: TMZ

Rapper DMX Drops F-Bomb During Bond Hearing

2008-08-28T10:36:00.000+08:00

I’m no legal adviser by any means, but I don’t think you should curse at the Judge during your bond hearing.

The only thing more childish then DMX’s scoff at proper court etiquette, is the Miami Judge demanding the rapper’s lawyer tell his client the witty comeback he came up with after DMX dropped the F-Bomb and stormed away from the video feed hearing.

The artist, born Earl Simmons, was handcuffed outside of a Wall-Mart store in Miami August 14th on a Arizona bench warrant issued for the New York native after he skipped a pretrial conference on four counts of possessing drug paraphernalia and one count of possession of marijuana.