A feeling of uncertainty has deepened in the Philippines as coup rumors and martial law talk ushered in the New Year. Both talks about the possibility of destabilization moves and a coup attempt and speculations about the possible declaration of martial law were started by President Duterte himself and his allies. As early as two months ago, the… Read More »
Most anybody in and out of showbiz would always comment that young actor Joshua Garcia will the next John Lloyd Cruz in looks and talents. More so with Joshua’s admission, he’s often compared with co-ABS-CBN actor John who’s his idol. “It’s my dream to work with John Lloyd in a project, be it in TV or movies. But… Read More »
Given the latest credential of star at the Walk of Fame at the Eastwood City Central Plaza are Liza Soberano, Barbie Forteza and Jodi Sta. Maria who were inducted recently. Founded by the late Master Showman German Moreno in the ‘70s, Walk of Fame honors distinguished showbiz personalities who achieved world recognition. Liza and Barbie thus earned… Read More »
Trivia: Interestingly, the new TV drama sensation Inah de Belen’s famous parents ex couple Janice de Belen and John Estrada are under the fold of ABS-CBN. Yet the two gave their consent to let Inah signed a contract under GMA-7. She top bills the TV series Oh My Mama, originally delineated by Maricel Soriano in the movie version.… Read More »
Ex couple Nora Aunor and Christopher de Leon feel so proud that finally their adopted daughter Lotlot de Leon achieved a higher level in acting. At the recent All Lights India International Film Festival held in Hyderabad, India, Lotlot garnered the Special Acting Citation, first time handed in the said film fest for the movie IST SEM Lotlot… Read More »
I’m pretty sure Foreign Secretary Perfecto Yasay Jr. has been having some sleepless nights since he assumed office in July. He has the unenviable position of having to explain and clarify most of President Duterte’s remarks involving foreign policy, specifically those pertaining to the Philippines’ longtime ally United States. And they’re not few. Yasay had to rush to… Read More »
After almost two decades of absence in the celluloid strips, veteran actress Charo Santos has an incomparable comeback. Her solo starrer Ang Babaing Humayo (The Woman Who Left) made the mark as first Filipino movie to bag the best picture award at the Venice International Film Festival in Italy. At the recent Toronto International Film Festival, the said… Read More »
For three years Aga Muhlach was not visible in showbiz. Now he’s back via ABS-CBN TV talent search as host of Pinoy Boyband Superstar, with Yeng Constantino, Sandara Park and Vice Ganda. To recall, Aga was with the Kapamilya network for 20 years. In 2011 he transferred to TV-5. Aga hosted Explorer shot in various countries prior to… Read More »
Trivia: In the observance of the late movie king Fernando Poe Jr.’s 77th birthday this Aug. 20, 2016, this writer can’t help but recall anew his past as his pro for almost two decades up his death. Despite the fact that Ronnie was the son of a famous actor the deceased Fernando Poe Sr. who was also the… Read More »
Former national swimmer and ASEAN Games medalist, Enchong Dee an ABS-CBN actor breaks his silence on being inactive for almost two years. In an interview, Enchong divulged to my colleague that he purposely opted to shy away from the limelight for personal reasons. “Yes, not a few young stars have eclipsed my fame under the Kapamilya network.… Read More »