Author: Judith Martin

Alex Gonzaga started vlogging on YouTube last July 2017 when her ABS-CBN contract was about to expire. “That time po, I’m ending my contract in ABS, parang wala kaming meeting if they’re gonna renew. So sabi ko, okay I’ll just be happy, kasi kung ano man yung lumalabas sakin sa social media, ‘yung response nila sobrang fulfilled ako. Iniisip ko na, it’s gonna be the end of my career in TV.” Alex also shared with Rated K host Korina Sanchez that she felt that even the networks’ executives underestimated her capabilities and misinterpreted her personality. “May mga heads nga sa…

During the press conference for their upcoming wedding in March 2020, Sarah Lahbati said that it is normal to have misunderstandings with soon-to-be mother-in-law Annabelle Rama. “There’s no perfect relationship, of course, minsan may tampuhan kami. Pero lahat naman ng tampuhan kahit kanino man yan, pinag-uusapan naming lagi, the next day okay na ulit kami.” According to Sarah, it’s not a relationship if it doesn’t have misunderstandings andSarah treats Annabelle as her second mom already. “Para ko na rin siyang mama talaga, second mom ko si tita. It’s normal naman na meron, kung wala naman e di hindi totoong relationship…

Director Antoinette Jadaone lashed out at Cesar Montano and Philip Salvador through her Twitter account. The director reacted when the two actors announced that they don’t get paid for performing for Filipinos in Russia. Jadaone refused to believe that Cesar and Philip don’t get paid when performing. Jadaone reiterated that these actors and avid supporters of President Rodrigo Duterte are using the money of taxpayers for every excursion they make. She said: “Luh proud pa! Buwis nga ng taong-bayan pinambayad. Ng pagpunta n’yo sa Russia (kasama rin ba Adidas?), syempre dapat wala na kayong bayad sa pagkanta! Pati ‘yun babayaran…

Rigodon again on GMA Telebabad? A concerned netizen asked the director of Alden Richards’ The Gift if the show would be switching timeslots with Beautiful Justice as reflected in GMA Network’s program schedules. https://twitter.com/shesheroz05/status/1181055358615162880?fbclid=IwAR0kUwTVITBHjESFv3pFcVN9j4YUia4gJuvvi1YjCEi26gWeWvR9dq5ZKtA The Gift director Lord Alvin Madridejos clarified that viewers can still watch the drama-series in its current timeslot at around 8:35 every evening on weekdays. https://twitter.com/akosi_LA/status/1181053761109708801?fbclid=IwAR3hqbS6B8NbdffgkuvBSgBQtBVC3ScynWmUnQJTSf4HlzPOsu9kssZNSwU Since its pilot episode last September 16, 2019, Alden’s The Gift has gradually earned 11.1% against Angel Locsin’s The General’s Daughter on September 23, 2019. It can also be recalled last September 24, The Gift was able to obtain 12.3%…

Nine years ago, Kapuso actress Maine Mendoza tweeted the same spiel that MYX VJs do whenever they do station IDs. Years later, she could barely contain her happiness when she posted her photo with Robi Domingo inside the MYX studios. https://twitter.com/mainedcm/status/1179333655900147712?fbclid=IwAR2qsuWSzQeeoltbFGGTP_DZuWsYrcaEEBaSSEEzjs7Zb6k-54RCTm0g8V4 https://twitter.com/MYXphilippines/status/1179320817215250434 Many netizens were shocked upon knowing that she is also a fan of MYX. Some of Maine’s fans were genuinely happy for her. https://twitter.com/leamaine2019/status/1180330284585238528 https://twitter.com/menggalurks/status/1179732108752740352 https://twitter.com/iamJazzmineR/status/1180012330479808512 https://twitter.com/leamaine2019/status/1180028335071604736 https://twitter.com/skarner02/status/1179710253031550976 https://twitter.com/VoiceMaine/status/1178618940970303488 https://twitter.com/jess_bernas/status/1178924831359651840 Aside from a visit to the MYX studios, she also got the chance to promote her upcoming film Isa Pa With Feelings on ABS-CBN’s MOR 101.9 radio station.…

Starstruck Season 6 Grand Winner Klea Pineda was able to surpass the issue about her alleged video scandal. According to Klea, the issue was actually an instrument for her to grow. She stated, “Importante nag grow ka, good or bad, it’s still publicity.” Meanwhile, for Jeric Gonzales, he thoroughly understood that having issues is part of joining the industry. He added, “Hindi ko rin alam kung paano ko siya na-handle pero, I’m made for this. Nakayanan ko lahat ‘yon, andito pa rin ako. Para sa akin, kung ano man mga ‘yon kasama siya sa journey ko dito, parang struggle siya pero…

The Isa Pa With Feelings film helped Maine Mendoza and Carlo Aquino become comfortable with each other, which is why their chemistry can be seen even in its official trailer. During the media conference last Monday, September 30, 2019, Carlo and Maine keep on teasing each other, calling their friendship a “love-hate relationship.” CarMaine also assured people that there is nothing to worry about each time they poke fun at each other. She said: “Kumportable na po kami sa isa’t isa to the point na naglolokohan kami sa set. Sobrang nagbibiruan na minsan hindi mo alam kung napipikon na ba…

In the segment Mr. Q&A of It’s Showtime, when the Unkabogable Star was busy dancing with the contestant, it took him a few seconds to notice Anne Curtis was dancing with his rumored boyfriend Ion Perez. Upon knowing that his ‘sisterette’ Anne was dancing with Ion, he immediately ran over towards them and pretended to pull Anne’s hair. Co-host Vhong Navarro can be seen laughing while Vice tried to mock Anne. https://www.facebook.com/ABSCBNnetwork/videos/2329687564010819/ From venturing into their own cosmetic brands in the same year to working on different films, Anne and Vice have been generous enough to promote each other’s projects.…

With KathDen’s Hello, Love, Goodbye and CarMaine’s Isa Pa With Feelings, actor-turned-producer Joed Serrano got the idea to team up Daniel Padilla and Maine Mendoza for his next film project. He said: “Gusto kong pagsamahin sina Maine Mendoza at Daniel Padila.” https://youtu.be/0NjnshAxpc4?t=884 Meanwhile, the majority of netizens seem to disagree with the producer’s idea to team up the two actors, as Maine looks mature when paired with Daniel Padilla. Here are some of the netizens’ reactions: https://twitter.com/katsocialrport/status/1179178191572885504 https://twitter.com/IamTitaJudy/status/1180352720261091328 Though many have opposed to Joed’s idea, a netizen claimed that everybody deserves a chance to work with any of celebrity even…

To end the speculations that he was leaving ABS-CBN after he parted ways with his management Viva Artists Agency, James Reid released an official statement with the help of Kapunan & Castillo Lawyers. “To put an end to all the recent speculation, Mr. James Reid would like to make it clear that, after careful deliberation, he has decided not to renew his contracts with the Viva Group.” Although the actor and songwriter left Viva, he mentioned in the letter that he really appreciates everyone who was able to contribute to his career’s success. “James greatly appreciates the enormous contribution that…

During the press conference for Isa Pa With Feelings, Carlo Aquino and Maine Mendoza finally spoke up about their movie being compared to the Kathryn Bernardo-Alden Richards blockbuster Hello, Love, Goodbye. The newest tandem reiterated that they don’t feel pressure at all about reaching or surpassing what Hello, Love, Goodbye has accomplished as the highest-earning Pinoy film of all time. According to the Kapuso actress, they just want to produce a film which cinema-goers will absolutely love. Maine stated, “Hindi naman kami nape-pressure kasi wala naman kaming pinapatunayan. Parang gusto lang naming gumawa ng pelikulang magugustuhan ng mga tao. So…

In an interview with Chika Minute entertainment reporter Nelson Canlas, Kate Valdez was shocked to hear about the issue about her attitude problem and sense of entitlement for the second time around. According to the 19-year-old Kapuso actress, she’s proud to say she’s not well-off. “Na-shock ako kasi hindi ko alam kung saan nanggaling. So parang, napaisip ako kung may nakaaway ba ako o may nasabihan ba akong hindi maganda. Wala naman akong car, wala naman akong sariling bahay, nagre-rent ako, and I’m proud to say na hindi ako mayaman.” Kate also confessed that these issues have already affected her.…

Many might assume that the Culion movie meant the end of John Lloyd Cruz’s hiatus from acting, but the actor has said otherwise. The 36-year-old actor clarified that he has no plans yet to go back to the entertainment industry. John Lloyd gave his statement to ANCX about the Culion movie trailer to avoid misleading the audience as well as his fans. He stated: “I thought including me in the teaser was preemptive. It was the opposite of what I actually requested and agreed on.” Moreover, he thinks it is unfair for the audience to think that this might be…

Vice Ganda openly shared that he once thought of leaving the noontime show It’s Showtime after the first season. “After the first season, nagpaalam na ako. I felt so tired. Ito yung mga panahon na araw-araw sample, araw-araw required ako mag-isip nang may nag-text, naubos ako. Feeling ko talaga, naubos ako kasi hindi ako sanay sa showbiz. Parang nabigla ako sa bilis nang pagbabago sa buhay ko na hindi ko nasabayan.” He started with Php 5,000.00 as a daily compensation on It’s Showtime so he could not afford a personal assistant or a stylist. He also had to pay parking…

During the press conference of the long-time running noontime show of ABS-CBN It’s Showtime, the Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda finally admitted that Ion Perez makes him happy. He said: “Si Ion espesyal siya. Napapasaya niya ako, napapangiti, napapakilig niya ako.” Though Vice and Ion have been rumored to be a couple for quite some time now, they never really confessed the real score between them. In line with this, Vice expressed his gratitude towards the fans for continuing support, despite being reluctant to state the truth about their relationship. “Yung simpleng kasiyahan ko, na nararamdaman ko ang daming. Nagri-react, and…

Maja Salvador’s upcoming iWant series Hinahanap-hanap Kita, paved the way for her to get the leading role in The Killer Bride as Camila Dela Torre. According to the Kapamilya actress, when they were filming the scenes of her upcoming iWant series in Dubai, she persistently applied and auditioned to be part of The Killer Bride, and got the role after a month. “Habang nasa Dubai kami, kinukulit ko po ‘yung boss ko, nag-a-apply ako sa kanya sa Killer Bride. Ang sinasabi nila mayroon raw akong ibang serye, tapos sinasabi ko parang okay po talaga diyan.” According to Maja, there was…