Angel Locsin, John Lloyd's 'Imortal' comes to an end

ABS-CBN's hit television series "Imortal" is coming to an end this Friday, April 29.

In an interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com, Angel Locsin, John Lloyd Cruz's leading lady in the show, extended her gratitude to all the viewers of "Imortal."

"Maraming maraming salamat po sa patuloy niyong pagsuporta ng 'Imortal'. (Biyernes) ay huling gabi na namin. Ito na kung hindi niyo pa nae-experience ang mundo ng 'Imortal' o kung sakaling nakapasok na kayo sa mundo ng 'Imortal' eh huling beses na ito. Kaya sulitin natin. Sabay-sabay nating panoorin (ang ending)," Locsin said Thursday during the party for Avon's 125th year.

She also admitted that it's a bittersweet feeling for her now that their show is set to end.

"Mixed emotions po kasi almost one year po namin tinrabaho ang 'Imortal' at ma-miss namin ang isa't isa. Sa set nga nagkakabiruan na. Kahit pack-up na, hindi makaalis kasi nagkakaroon ng separation anxiety," Locsin said.

"Imortal" tells the story of how great love can stop the centuries-old war between werewolves and vampires.

Lia (Locsin), who is half human, half werewolf, was out to redeem the honor of her parents. She found herself falling in love, though, with Mateo (Cruz), the next most powerful vampire.

As fate dictates, the two were born with special birthmarks symbolizing their power. Lia and Mateo were destined to become mortal enemies, but love changed everything.

The pilot week was directed by Chito Roño, who was behind the box-office horror films “Feng Shui” and “Sukob.” Also at the helm of “Imortal” are directors Trina Dayrit ("Tayong Dalawa") and Jerry Lopez Sineneng ("Kahit Isang Saglit").

“Imortal” also stars Maricar Reyes, Rico Blanco, Jomari Yllana, Jake Roxas, Vivian Velez, Johnny Revilla, and Jaime Fabregas.

Show's ending from viewers' eyes

It's a given: "Imortal" will never be a hit without the support of its viewers. Some of them lost no time in telling abs-cbnNEWS.com how they would want the show to end.

"Patayin na si Rico Blanco ng bonggang-bongga. Tapos gusto ko either mamatay sila pareho o isa sa kanila mamatay para sad ending," said Pepper Cruz, 24, from Quezon City, referring to Rico Blanco's monster character.

Company receptionist Pam Castillo said she wants a peaceful ending. "Siyempre 'yung mabuo ang pamilya ni John Lloyd at Angel. Ang mga bampira at lobo sana magkabati na sila," Castillo said.

Fabegenne Pimentel, 22, who works at a law firm, said she wants to see the death of another antagonist, Magnus (played by Jake Roxas).

"Gusto kong mawala na ng tuluyan si Magnus. Siya kasi talaga ang masama," Pimentel said.

"Magtatagumpay silang mag-asawa. At mai-de-deliver niya ang baby nila. Tapos peace between the lobos and the vampires. Tapos 'yung baby, siya ang magru-rule na sa vampires and lobos. Siya na ang itinakda at punong bantay," Lia Cruz said.

"Imortal", which started airing last October 4, will be replaced by "100 Days to Heaven" on ABS-CBN's prime time block.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/29/11/angel-john-lloyds-imortal-comes-end

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Anne Curtis: Hits 1-M followers on Twitter

Television host and actress Anne Curtis is the first Filipino celebrity who has garnered 1 million followers on Twitter.

In her official Twitter account, Curtis thanked everyone who has been following her in the social networking site.

“1 million followers! Wooooow! Thank you to everyone for the follow here on Twitter! Thanks for wanting to follow and read all the nonsense, craziness and random thoughts I like to share,” she posted.

Curtis said she is grateful that Twitter has become a way to bridge the gap between her and her supporters. She noted that it has also become a way for her to reach the people she looks up to.

“I love Twitter for making it possible for me to have instant communication and feedback from you guys and also a way for me to follow the people I admire,” she said.

Being the first celebrity to reach this huge number of followers, Curtis said: “Cheers guys and thank you again for the love and support! Waaaaaah. You all made my day! Love you all!!!”

“I wish I could thank everyone that congratulated me kaya lang baka next month na ako matapos! Hahaha,” she added.

As of posting time, Curtis has 1,003,855 followers on Twitter.

Other local celebrities who have a big following on Twitter are Angel Locsin (615,799), Kris Aquino (611,884), Sam Milby (484,050), Bianca Gonzalez (483,036), and KC Concepcion (471,061). The figures are all as of posting time.

Just last month, a study released by comScore, Inc. revealed that the Philippines is among the top 10 users of the social networking site Twitter in the world.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/29/11/anne-curtis-hits-1-m-followers-twitter

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Angel Locsin and Phil ounghusband Spotted in Hong Kong

Actress Angel Locsin broke her silence on reports saying she was spotted with Azkals' heartthrob Phil Younghusband in Hong Kong last week.

In an interview during the party for Avon's 125th year, Locsin admitted that Younghusband followed her in Hong Kong for her birthday celebration.

"Yeah, he followed. Birthday ko," said Locsin who turned 26 last April 23.

The actress said she does not want to give any more details, stressing that what is important now is she's enjoying the time of her life.

"Ano ba ang sasabihin ko? Wala naman akong tinatago. Basta ako, masaya ako," Locsin told abs-cbnNEWS.com.

A reliable source who knows the couple said that Younghusband gave Locsin a Diane von Furstenberg bag for her birthday.

Pressed if she and Younghusband are now a couple, Locsin said, "Mahirap magsalita ngayon kasi baka ano ang sabihin ng tao. Wala naman kaming tinatago sa inyo. Kung ano ang nakita niyo, 'yun na 'yon."

The actress clarified, "No, no. Too soon pa. Hindi ko alam kung ano ang sasabihin ko. I think mas better kung siya ang tatanungin niyo. Nahihiya ako kasi siya ang guy. I think mas proper kung siya ang sasagot."

Locsin also addressed reports saying she was again seen with the football player at St. Luke's Medical Center last Monday.

"Sa St. Luke's hospital? No. Last Monday, no. Definitely no kasi nasa taping ako. Monday, Wednesday, Friday ay 'Imortal' days. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday ay [nasa] shooting po ako [ng movie]," Locsin said.

Last February, Younghusband publicly asked Locsin via Twitter for a Valentine's date. Although the actress turned down the invite as she was busy that day, the two went out on a date after Valentine's Day.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/29/11/angel-and-phil-spotted-hong-kong

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Matteo Guidicelli fails to follow Maja Salvador to US

Actress Maja Salvador admitted that rumored boyfriend Matteo Guidicelli failed to follow her to the United States.

Salvador was part of the Star Magic US Tour which mounted shows for Filipinos abroad. Salvador and the rest of the Star Magic artists also spent their Holy Week in the US.

Report has it that the two agreed to see each other in the US but Guidicelli wasn't able to make it.

The actress said that although they were apart, they were constantly communicating while she was away.

"In fairness naman, nagpaparamdam siya noong nandoon siya," Salvador said.

Guidicelli spent the Holy Week in Cebu, his home province, with his friends and family.

Even before Salvador left for the US tour, Guidicelli admitted that he will miss the actress.

In a previous interview, Guidicelli said that he and Salvador had grown to be closer because they were almost always together at work.

Last March, Guidicelli finally admitted on the TV show "The Buzz" that he is wooing Salvador.

They first worked together on ABS-CBN's TV show "Wansapanatayms' Inday sa Balitaw."

They came as a couple at the Star Magic Ball last year.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/29/11/matteo%C2%A0guidicelli%C2%A0fails-follow-maja-us

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Mutya Orquia always wanted to be a star

Four-year-old Mutya Orquia, lead star of ABS-CBN's fantasy TV series "Mutya", revealed it has always been her dream to join show business.

"Noong bata pa po ako, [sabi ko] sana po maging artista po ako," Orquia told "Showbiz News Ngayon", her first interview with the entertainment media.

The child wonder, whose full name is Angel Olano, also said she is overwhelmed with her popularity ever since her TV series started.

"May fans na po ako. Sabi nila ang cute, cute ko daw po," said Orquia.

Her fans have been giving her gifts like Barbie dolls, for which she is grateful.

Orquia also bared that her showbiz idol is young actor Jairus Aquino, who plays the character of Aries, brother of young mermaid Mutya.

The child actress is turning 5 years old on May 3 and she plans to tour the Philippines with her fans.

"Kumusta kayo mga fans? Sana po manood po kayo palagi ng 'Mutya'," Orquia said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/29/11/mutya-always-wanted-be-star

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Precious Lara Quigaman Flashes 'Precious' Undies During Pageant Night

Following criticisms against Venus Raj’s controversial curly hairdo, beauty queen Precious Lara Quigaman also came under fire for how she looked during the Bb. Pilipinas 2011 coronation night.

The Internet was abuzz Sunday night with comments on Quigaman’s daring and sexy dress that showed off her gem-studded underwear because of the gown’s long slit.

In an exclusive interview with “Showbiz News Ngayon” on Thursday, Quigaman said people were probably taken aback only because she does not normally appear on TV wearing sexy dresses.

“Siguro ‘yong mga tao nanibago lang sa akin kasi usually kapag lumalabas ako very safe lang lahat ng suot ko, lahat ng damit ko. So siguro nabigla lang sila,” she said.

Quigaman stressed though that she does not think the gown is obscene.

“I don’t think it’s bastos. Hindi ko siya nakitaan ng kahit ano kasi hindi ko naman siya susuotin if it was. And tinanong ko rin ang mga tao beforehand kung okay lang ba and they said it was okay. Kahit ang mom ko tinanong ko siya, sabi niya okay naman,” she said.

According to the beauty queen, she already liked the design of the gown when she saw it the first time.

“Kapag nagsuot naman ako ng gown hindi para gumawa ng issue or para mag-ingay. Dahil gusto ko talaga. Kung ano ang nakita ko na maganda that would fit me at alam ko na hindi ako bastos, then I would wear it,” she said.

Meanwhile, Quiagaman acknowledges the fact that people have varying opinions and she cannot please everybody.

“Hindi ko iisipin kung ano ang iisipin ng ibang tao. Iba iba naman tayo ng tingin sa lahat ng bagay. Sa ibang tao gusto nila, sa ibang tao hindi nila gusto. Katulad ng lagi nating sinasabi, if you don’t have anything nice to say then huwag ka na lang magsalita. Pero siyempre hindi natin sila mapipigilan,” she said.

Quigaman was one of the pageant’s hosts last Sunday, together with Miriam Quiambao, Derek Ramsay and KC Concepcion.

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Charice Pempengco Eyes more Hollywood flicks, Eminem collaboration

Is Charice trading in her mic for a black belt? Not quite.

The teen singing sensation, who recently made waves in the hit TV show "Glee", is taking on a new role and new challenges as she appears in her second Hollywood film "Here Comes The Boom."

In the movie, the pint-sized vocal powerhouse will play a Filipina martial arts student.

The film tells the story of a school about to lose the music department so the school music teacher and students will do everything to keep the music program.

"Here Comes The Boom" also stars Salma Hayek, Kevin James, Henry Winkler, Joe Rogan, Germaine De Leon and Shelly Desai.

In an interview on The Glee Examiner, Charice said she also wants to do more films in the future.

"I would love to act in a Horror movie," she said in the interview.

She also bared that she hopes to do a collaboration with Eminem. "Love to rap with Eminem," Charice said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/28/11/charice-eyes-more-hollywood-flicks-eminem-collaboration

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Pops Fernandez Denies Romance with Chiz Escudero, Jojo Ochoa

Concert queen Pops Fernandez has vehemently denied reports romantically linking her to Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero and Executive Secretary Paquito “Jojo” Ochoa Jr.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Thursday, Fernandez said she does not even know Escudero personally.

“I just woke up...and I almost fell off my bed. Only because I have never really met him,” Fernandez said.

She said she is totally clueless as to where the rumors are coming from.

The singer, however, admitted that she and Ochoa have already met twice but there’s no reason for people to put color into it.

“I met him through a common friend. I joined them for dinner. At least ‘yon na-meet ko pa si executive secretary [Ochoa]. Pero hindi rin totoo ang tsismis na iyon,” she said.

According to Fernandez, she remains single although there are non-showbiz people who are currently making her happy.

Fernandez added that she is enjoying her private life away from the limelight.

Meanwhile, the singer confessed that she feels a little envious about Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez, who is 2 months pregnant.

She revealed that she wants to have another baby, a girl this time, since both her sons with Martin Nievera have grown up.

“I’m not desperate, don’t get me wrong. But every time I see kids kasi, parang oh my gosh I never had the chance to have a girl,” she said.

Fernandez said she is hoping that God will grant her this blessing.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/28/11/pops-denies-romance-chiz-escudero-jojo-ochoa

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Binibining Pilipinas International 'Dianne Necio' Arrives in Albay for dad's wake

It was an emotional homecoming for Binibining Pilipinas-International 2011 Dianne Necio, whose father died on Tuesday morning due to cardiomyopathy.

Dianne arrived in her hometown Albay around 2 p.m. Wednesday, a day earlier than her scheduled arrival. The beauty queen was supposed to attend the Mutya ng Magayon 2011 contest set on Thursday.

Her relatives were waiting at the airport when she arrived. From the airport, she went straight home for the wake of her father, Edwin.

As she was being tightly embraced by her only sibling, she wept as she saw the remains of her father.

Dianne was in Manila attending to her duties as a beauty queen when Edwin passed away.

Although she already prepared herself for the inevitable ever since her father was diagnosed with the disease, Dianne said it is still hard to accept that he is already gone.

Edwin was diagnosed with cardiomyopathy, a disease that weakens and enlarges the heart muscle, in 2006.

She said she last talked to him when she went home after winning the Binibining Pilipinas-International title. Her father was then confined at a hospital.

She said her father seemed to be saying his final goodbyes, but she chose to ignore them.

“Hindi ko expected na ‘yon na ‘yon. ‘Yon na ‘yong huli. Sabi ko, ‘Huwag muna kasi pupunta pa tayo ng China,’” she said.

The beauty titlist will compete in 2011 Miss International in Chengdu, Sichuan province in China in November.

As she prepares herself for the international beauty pageant, she said her father and mother, who died when she was in Grade 2, will serve as her inspiration.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/28/11/bb-pilipinas-intl-arrives-albay-dads-wake

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Former Actress Aiko Melendez sued for libel by ex-bf

Bulacan, Bulacan Mayor Patrick Meneses files a libel case against his former girlfriend, Aiko Melendez, before the Malolos Regional Trial Court on Thursday afternoon for violation of Article 353 of the Revised Penal Code of the Philippines.

This is in connection with Melendez’s supposed remarks on Twitter about his sexuality.

"I have to stand up for this kasi 'yung pagkatao ko 'yung sisirain dito," said Meneses.

Pandi Mayor Enrico Roque, referred to as Meneses' alleged lover, also filed a libel case against Melendez and 3 movie scribes. He is seeking P5 million in damages.

"Meron akong mga pamilya, mga nasasaktan, asawa't anak na maapektuhan, siyempre pati mga constituents ko. Doon tayo sa tama,” Roque said.

The Bulacan Mayors League has expressed its support for Meneses and Roque.

The group passed a resolution labelling people who will be proven to be behind the smear campaign as “persona non grata.”

"Kami'y naniniwala sa integridad nila... na sila ay hindi gagawa ng ganung paratang," said Mayor Paula Carla Tan of San Ildefonso.

Melendez temporarily refused to comment on the matter. She said she will give a statement on Sunday.

On April 24, one of the hosts of a TV5 show reportedly showed Meneses a transcript of direct messages on Twitter between Melendez and a still unidentified person.

The transcript allegedly contains Melendez’s accusation about the real sexuality of her former boyfriend.

In her interview with “Showbiz News Ngayon” on Tuesday, Melendez maintained that it is not her character to badmouth other people.

According to the Malolos Regional Trial Court, the case may focus just on the accountability of Melendez. This, after she insisted that her private messages were hacked and were made public.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/28/11/aiko-melendez-sued-libel-ex-bf

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Charice Pempengco to sing anthem in Pacquiao-Mosley fight

International singing sensation Charice will sing the country’s national anthem in the Manny Pacquiao-Shane Mosley showdown at MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on May 7.

Like in his previous fights, it was Pacquiao who handpicked the 18-year-old rising Asian pop star to sing “Lupang Hinirang,” according to the Filipino boxing icon’s advisor, Michael Koncz.

Koncz said they talked to Charice in Los Angeles about singing the anthem. He said Charice is already excited to sing before millions of boxing enthusiasts from around the world who are expected to tune in to the much anticipated fight.

He added that Team Pacquiao feels honored that Charice agreed to sing in the match.

In 2009, Charice, who is behind hit single “Pyramid,” expressed her desire to sing the national anthem in one of Pacquiao's fights.

That time, the People's Champ was facing British boxer Ricky Hatton.

Post-fight concerts

Meanwhile, Pacman is not only preparing for his showdown with Mosley, he is also busy rehearsing for his post-fight concerts.

Pacquiao said he would go straight to his rehearsals with his MP Band after training at the Wild Card Gym.

Pacquiao said singing relaxes him. “It's fun. I like music and I like to sing.”

It has been a tradition for the Team Pacquiao to hold a concert after every fight.

This year, he and his MP Band will stage 2 shows - one in Las Vegas and another in California on May 10. He promised his fans that he will deliver a knockout performance for them.

Singer Madonna Decena, who is part of the band, said she enjoys working with Pacquiao.

“It's very enjoyable, I love working with him. It's always a thrill and it's an honor to share the stage with him siyempre. Best fighter in the whole world, di ba?” she said.

On top of his concerts, Pacquiao is also excited to appear again on ABC’s late night program “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” It will be his 4th appearance on the television show.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/26/11/charice-sing-anthem-pacquiao-mosley-fight

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Claudine Barretto remembers Rico Yan at AJ Perez' wake

Claudine Barretto on Sunday condoled with the family of AJ Perez who died in a vehicular accident last April 17.

During the young actor's wake at Christ the King Church, Barretto told reporters that she got the chance to work with Perez in the defunct television drama series "Iisa Pa Lamang."

Barretto said she also attended the wake to support Perez' girlfriend, Steph Ayson. She believes that Ayson is going through the same pain she felt when her ex-boyfriend Rico Yan passed away 9 years ago.

Yan, one of the most in-demand actors of his generation, suddenly died of acute hemorrhagic pancreatitis at the Dos Palmas Resort in Palawan on March 29, 2002.

"Siyempre alam naman natin na hindi madali ang pinagdadaanan ng bata. What happened to me is happening now to Steph," said Barretto, who is close to the Ayson family.

"Although 21 na ako noong nangyari sa akin 'yun, she's 17 pa lang. Mahirap kasi it had to happen to somebody who's close to me. So masakit para sa akin na makita 'yun, malungkot," she added.

Barretto said it may take some time before Ayson can cope with Perez' death, but assured that she will always be there to support her and her family.

"I told her na it's going to take a long time. It would hurt some more, lalo na kapag dumating ang libing. I told her also that Raymart and I will always be here for her and her family," she said.

"Nandito lang kami nagdadasal at the same time sa parents ni AJ, bilang ako parent din ay napakahirap. Nandito ako para makiramay," the actress added.

Perez, together with his father, 2 road managers, a driver and an event marshal met a vehicular accident last April 17 after doing a show in Dagupan, Pangasinan.

The 18-year-old actor's remains will be interred at the Manila Memorial Park in Parañaque City on Tuesday, April 26.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/25/11/claudine-remembers-rico-yan-aj-perez-wake

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Xyriel Manabat's new TV series to replace Imortal

Xyriel Manabat, who rose to fame after playing the young Agua and Bendita, is one of the lead stars of ABS-CBN's upcoming television series "100 Days to Heaven."

In an interview with "The Buzz" on Sunday, the child star confirmed that her show will replace fantasy series "Imortal," which is top-billed by John Lloyd Cruz and Angel Locsin.

"Ipapalit po doon sa 'Imortal'," basta po malapit na malapit na," Manabat said. Cruz earlier said that the "Imortal" finale is set to be aired this month.

"100 Days to Heaven" tells the story of Anna Manalastas (portrayed by Coney Reyes), a bossy and cunning owner of a toy company who is about to go to hell. She strikes a deal with the Gate Keeper to give her a second chance at life and returns to the world as a helpless 7-year-old, which is played by Manabat.

Manabat said she attended acting workshops with Reyes and her other co-stars to prepare for her new role.

"'Yung kapag umarte po siya (Reyes), kahit po pwede na kaming umuwi ay pinapanood po namin siya," the child star said.

Also part of "100 Days to Heaven" are stars Jodi Sta. Maria, Dominic Ochoa, Valerie Concepcion, Smokey Manaloto and newest child actor Louise Abuel.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/25/11/xyriel-manabats-new-tv-series-replace-imortal

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Sam YG and Daiana Menezes spotted together in Boracay

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Don't Lie to Me: Kris Bernal

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Juliana Palermo: It's a baby boy

Isang healthy baby boy named Ace Christian ang iniluwal sa mundo ng dating sexy actress na si Juliana Palermo noong nakaraang March 21, 2011 sa The Medical City in Pasig City.

Sa naging panayam ng PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) kay Juliana last April 20 sa Café Juanita sa Bonifacio Global City in Taguig City, naikuwento nito na hindi pa raw siya dapat manganagak that time dahil third week of April pa raw siya due. Pero iba na raw ang pakiramdam niya kaya nagpatakbo na siya sa ospital.

"I was having painful labor pains na. Hindi pa nga due ang baby ko kasi may ilang weeks pa. Because I couldn't bear the pain anymore, nagpa-confine na ako sa hospital.

"I was in labor for 24 hours. Hindi biro ang sakit kaya naiintindihan ko na kung ano ang mga pinagdaanan ng mga mothers ngayon. Getting pregnant is okay but the pain is grabe. Hindi mo siya makakalimutan," sabay tawa niya.

Juliana had a Caesarian section or C-section dahil hindi raw niya kaya ilabas ang kanyang baby through normal birth.

"Grabe hindi ko kaya iyon. I was having a hard time during labor. Plus hindi ako nakapag-attend ng mga Lamaze class because even when I was pregnant, I was still working. So I told my doctor that I wanted a C-section. They told me naman that it's going to be safe.

"So I was numb from my chest down and I was awake naman when they did the C-section. Sinasabi naman nila sa akin kung ano na ang nangyayari. Ayoko rin naman na tulog ako, 'di ba? I still wanted to see my baby kaagad."

Iba raw ang naging feeling ni Juliana noong makita niya ang kanyang baby. Naiyak raw siya noong marinig niya ang unang iyak ng kanyang baby.

"I wanted to hear his cry first. Kasi nga I was scared na kulang siya sa weeks, baka magkaroon ng problema sa kanya physically. But when I heard him cry, naiyak na rin ako. Parang I couldn't believe that that little baby came out of my body. It's truly a miracle.

"Noong tinabi na siya sa akin while I was still on the operating table, he stopped crying and he kinda snuggled next to my face. Parang instinct na alam niyang ako ang mommy niya. I was really amazed and overwhelmed by this whole mommy experience!" ngiti pa ni Juliana.

Pagkatapos maka-recover ni Juliana sa kanyang panganganak ay kaagad niyang ginawa ang kanyang duties bilang isang ina, lalo na ang pagpapa-breastfeed.

"My breasts are huge!" sabay tawa niya.

"I don't know what size they are now but I'm a Cup F na. I was looking nga to buy that size of bra pero wala rito. I have to order them pa in Hong Kong.

"Anyway, breastfeeding my baby is the most exciting thing and the most painful din. Masakit ang magpa-breastfeed talaga. But it's the pain that makes you closer to your baby. Kaya tinitiis ko na lang yung sakit because my baby needs his nutrition. And it's bonding time for us din.

"Tsaka somebody told me that breastfeeding helps me get rid of the baby weight I've gained. I gained almost 40 pounds when I was pregnant. I was only 120 pounds noon. When I got pregnant, I ate almost everything kasi in sight!

"Ang sa akin lang, since I'm pregnant naman, might as well enjoy it. I will not deprive myself and my baby of the food we like to eat. Rason ko kasi I was eating for two people. Kaya I really gained a lot but it's okay. It's part of being a pregnant woman that time."

FAMILY REUNION. Nakita na raw ng kanyang ama at ng kanyang kapatid ang kanyang baby nang binisita siya ng mga ito from Davao.

"My dad and my brother both flew in from Davao to visit me and see Ace. Natuwa ang daddy ko kasi ang puti-puti raw ng baby ko. I took a picture of them together. Ang layo raw ng kulay niya sa baby ko," tawa pa niya.

Kinuwento nga ni Juliana na nagselos raw ang kanyang kapatid dahil may bago na raw itong baby sa buhay niya.

"Noong una naman, natutuwa ang brother ko. Kahit hindi niya nakikita because he's blind nga, nahahawakan niya at naririnig niya ang pamangkin niya.

"Tapos later on, parang tumatahimik na lang siya. Lalo na kapag alam niyang kinakarga ko na si Ace. I found out from my dad na nagseselos daw siya kasi nga may iba na raw akong baby.

"So kinausap ko siya at ini-explain ko na may anak na ako, pero yung pagmamahal ko sa kanya bilang kapatid ay hindi mawawala. Matagal ko kasing inalagaan ang kapatid ko. Seven years ko siyang kasama when I decided to take care of him dito sa Manila.

"Sinabi ko naman sa kanya na he will always be my baby no matter what. Pero siyempre, mas nakatutok ako sa baby ko na pamangkin niya. Slowly naman, naiintindihan niya ang gusto kong sabihin. I told him na kung gaano niya ako kamahal, gano'n din ang pagmamahal na ibigay niya kay Ace."

MOMMY ISSUES. Tungkol naman sa ina ni Juliana, inamin niyang hindi pa raw sila nagkakausap nito, pero naipaalam na niyang may apo na ito sa kanya.

"Matagal na kaming hindi nag-uusap ng mommy ko. Marami kaming hindi mapagkasunduan noon pa, lalo na when it came to supporting my brother.

"Anyway, naiparating ko naman sa kanya that I gave birth already at may apo na siya sa akin. Yung ibang mga kapatid ko, alam na nila and they were happy for me. I just don't know about my mom. Ganyan naman ang relationship ko with my mom, e. Complicated. But I know naman na kapag nakita na niya ang baby ko, things will change between us," ngiti pa niya.

Inamin naman ni Juliana na taga-New Zealand ang ama ng kanyang baby na nakilala niya noong magtrabaho siya sa isang website company doon.

Ayon kay Juliana, matagal ang naging relasyon nila at planado nga raw ang pagbubuntis niya.

"We talked about it and we decided to have a baby. I'm already 25 years old and I don't want to reach 30 years old bago ako magka-baby. Gusto ko ay parang magbarkada lang kami ng anak ko.

"When I got pregnant, I told him and he was happy about it. Wala pa naman sa usapan namin na we would settle down when I get pregnant. We wanted to see first where it would lead us.

"Noong ipalaam ko na I gave birth already, he was really excited to see his son. Kamukha kasi niya. I send him pictures and videos. He was so happy to see everything.

"Kapag okey na kaming mag-travel ni Ace, we will be going back to New Zealand. I want my baby to meet his dad. And perhaps we can talk about things with regards to Ace's future. Ngayon kasi, Ace is using my family name which is Juanico."

SHE DOESN'T MISS THE INTRIGAS. Three years din nawala sa showbiz si Juliana pero wala naman daw siyang panghihinayang. Naging maganda naman daw ang naging trabaho niya bilang isa sa mga assistants ng isang website company na may branches sa Hong Kong at New Zealand.

Nami-miss ba niya ang kanyang naging buhay sa showbiz?

"But of course. I had lots of fun when I was active in showbiz. My first movie ay naging bida ako kaagad and I won an acting award pa. I did good movies and a few TV shows. I gained lots of friends.

"What I don't miss are the intrigas. Tapos na ako diyan. Nag-move on na ako sa aking buhay and I'm starting a new chapter in my life as a mother. If I wasn't successful as a showbiz personality, siguro sa pagiging mother, magiging successful ako.

"There are no plans naman na magbalik ako sa showbiz. I have no manager and I am enjoying my work outside of showbiz. Plus I have this little man to take care of. So working mommy muna ako. I want to secure the future of my son."

Marami nga raw plano si Juliana sa kanyang baby at sana nga raw ay matupad niyang lahat iyon.

"Lahat naman ng parents, they want the best for their children. Ako, I want my son to finish in the best school. It's one thing that I wasn't able to do kaya ibibigay ko sa kanya iyon. I want him to be active in sports. Gusto ko yung a-attend ako ng mga football or basketball games to cheer him on.

"I also like to take my son everywhere I go. I am such a traveler and I want my son to be my travel companion. I want him to experience different cultures.

"Gusto kong mamulat ang mga mata niya sa iba't ibang klaseng bagay sa ibang bansa. But of course, ang roots niya ay dito pa rin sa Pilipinas. I will always remind him na maging proud Pinoy siya," pagtatapos pa ni Juliana Palermo.

Source: http://www.gmanews.tv/story/218592/entertainment/pep-its-a-baby-boy-for-ex-actress-juliana-palermo

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KC Concepcion appears on popular American talk show

Actress KC Concepcion appeared on American talk show “The View” last week, “The Buzz” reported on Sunday.

Concepcion, along with Enchong Dee, lined up to become part of the studio audience of the “The View” last April 22, according to “The Buzz.”

The actress, who is in the United States for the Star Magic tour, even tweeted: “Hello from NYC! I'm in the audience for talkshow The View. I'm gonna be starstruck just seeing Barbara Walters!”

The report said the actress-singer singer was surprised when the producers of the show asked her if she could do a spiel - along with one of the show’s main anchors, Elisabeth Hasselbeck - before a commercial break.

It was Dee who answered “yes” for Concepcion, the report added.

The video of her appearance quickly spread online.

Twitter users were agog and proud of the Filipino actress, who is the eldest daughter of Megastar Sharon Cuneta.

“@kc_concepcion u could be the new The View host! Gorgeous KC!!!” lotskeeSCastro tweeted.

KRSHIA echoed: “@kc_concepcion Ikaw na talaga KC. Baka next week wala ka na sa Pilipinas, ginawa ka ng regular talk show host ng The View.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/11/kc-appears-popular-american-talk-show

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Jolo Revilla denies relationship with Jodi Sta. Maria

Jolo Revilla has denied that he and Jodi Sta. Maria are a couple.

Revilla said there is no truth to reports that he is in a relationship with the actress, who he met on the set of television show “Noah.”

“Wala po, we’re just friends, that’s it... Huling pagkikita namin, sobrang tagal na,” he said.

“Sa totoo lang ayoko ng pag-usapan ito. Masyado ng maraming problema ngayon ‘yong tao. Ayoko ng makisawsaw pa… Alam naman natin kung ano ang pinagdadaanan niya,” he added.

Sta. Maria’s marriage to Pampi Lacson, son of Sen. Panfilo Lacson, is reportedly on the rocks. Sta. Maria is yet to confirm or deny the issue.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/11/jolo-denies-relationship-jodi

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Hubby on Pilar Pilapil’s condition: She's OK

Until awarded actress Pilar Pilapil is released from a hospital, the most patient one to take care of her is husband Pastor Bernie Peñas.

That is aside from Pilapil’s immediate family like only daughter Pia Pilapil, her blind better half Gerry Gonzalo and their 4 children.

Brother Bernie does not only attend to his wife’s needs but also talk to Pilar’s fellow actors and friends from the press.

According to Peñas, he and Pilar have agreed that it is not yet time to give media interview to avoid pressure and tension that could add up to the actress’ traumatic experience.

There are a number of movie journalists who want to have an audience with Pilapil, said Bernie.

“In due time, she might tell her story,” said Peñas.

Pilapil has been attacked by suspected carjackers and kidnappers more than a week ago.

“But she’s already okay. Thank God for His amazing grace,” said Peñas in his text message.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/24/11/hubby-pilar-pilapil%E2%80%99s-condition-shes-already-ok

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Kim Chiu is in US for Star Magic Tour

Philippine teen icon Kim Chiu, who is part of the Star Magic 18 World Tour, arrived in Los Angeles a few days early to do a special project, and to visit award-winning Filipino designer Oliver Tolentino.

Chiu can’t release the details of the project that took place in Hollywood or her meeting with Tolentino, but she’s excited for these new firsts in her rising career.

Both Chiu and Tolentino are fresh from recently winning awards.

Tolentino was named “Designer of the Week” at the Palm Springs Fashion Week last month.

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Chiu was recently voted by fans as Best Actress and Best Female Icon at the first ever Kabarkada Choice Awards hosted by Studio 23.

“Syempre super happy, overwhelming, flattering, thankful sa mga fans for voting [for] me, supporting me,” she said.

“It was fun because at the same time she won, our big fashion show happened, and we were sharing and talking about my show and the movie,” added the Hollywood designer.

The Star Magic Tour started in Los Angeles on April 15, and went to San Jose on April 16.

The show then goes to New York on April 23.

During the one-week break, Chiu celebrated her 21st birthday on April 19.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/23/11/teen-icon-kim-chiu-us-star-magic-tour

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'Blush':The First pan-Asian girl band hopes to make world

They're a long way from being the next Spice Girls or Pussycat Dolls, but five Asian women are hoping to take the world by storm in what is being billed as the first pan-Asian girl band.

"Blush" is made up of five girls from the Philippines, India, China, Japan and South Korea who beat hundreds of other pop star wannabes during a talent search across Asia last year.

After surviving weeks of gruelling training and an elimination process, the five are ready to make a big splash on the music scene -- both in the East and the West -- as they prepare for the release of their first single in May.

"We are hoping we can get global and touch everyone's heart out there with our music," Alisha Budhrani from India told AFP in a recent interview as she took a break from dance practice in a Hong Kong studio.

"For us we are really happy that all of our countries can come together through music and we could go out there to show the diversity of Asia, how wonderful it is as a whole."

"We got real different cultures, languages, dialects and (there are) all kind of crazy things going on in Asia," said a self-assured Alisha, breaking into laughter with the other four girls, aged between 18 and 28.

The group's bid for superstardom may be a long shot, but they have been supported by an A-list of Los Angeles-based producers who have worked with top names like Lady Gaga, the Black Eyed Peas and Beyonce.

"Each one of these girls can be a superstar on their own," Steve Schnur said from his Los Angeles studio through Skype, alongside co-producer Darrell Brown, who has worked with Bon Jovi, Faith Hill and LeAnn Rimes.

Schnur has produced over 150 soundtrack albums and worked with Florence and The Machine, a British band nominated for best new artist at the Grammy Awards this year.

"Each of them blend together (to) create something we have never experienced before. It's not the same old, same old girl band, boy band," Schnur said.

The girls were in Hong Kong to prepare for their debut album after winning a place in "Project Lotus", a talent programme led by a former Disney executive who wants Blush to be Asia's music ambassador in the West.

"It started with a very simple question of why there has never been an Asian singer that made it big in the West," said Project Lotus producer Jon Niermann, the former president of Disney in Asia Pacific.

"We want them to take on the world's stage successfully, we want them to be a very successful group, we want them to achieve the top hits in America, in Europe," he said.

The latest bid from Asia to tap into the key Western market comes after many previous attempts that have fallen flat by Asian artists who first gained fame in their home countries.

The band -- named "Blush" to reflect the members' "feminine, fun, innocent and sweet" side -- has recorded six songs so far, mainly pop.

Blush have yet to set a date for the release of their as yet untitled album but an eight-episode television programme, "Project Lotus", which documented the selection process, will air around the world from late April.

The girls, who recently performed at the Hong Kong Sevens rugby tournament, are eagerly awaiting the chance to play their music on the world stage.

"I am excited but a little bit nervous," said 25-year-old Korean Lee Ji-Hae, a law graduate who is living her dream as a singer.

"I cried a lot in the beginning, I missed home. But the girls helped me a lot and we spend so much time together like cooking and they love the kimchi," she said, referring to a popular Korean dish.

"We are from different countries but the same dream connects us together."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/23/11/first-pan-asian-girl-band-hopes-make-world-blush

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Pinoy Netizens Excited over Charice Pempengco's comeback on 'Glee'

Filipino netizens are now talking about the much anticipated return of Charice’s character on Fox TV’s “Glee” on Wednesday (Manila time).

Charice's Sunshine Corazon is expected to sing Celine Dion's hit "All By Myself" in an episode titled “A Night of Neglect.”

"Charice back on glee this tuesday.. She will be singing All by Myself! so excited!," worthyjudge Justice Dignos tweeted.

"WWa pag gcng ko c charice agad naicp ko haha. good morning. :)," iamlegend_16 echoed.

Twitter user roviedear said: “@OfficialCharice's all by myself version was awesome! :) kinilabutan ako dun :) im so proud of you charice! :)”

"My mom is obsessed with Charice. :) She found out that Charice was gonna be on Glee, she was like, "OMG WE HAVE TO WATCH GLEE TOMORROW!!" xSweetasaurus Jesse tweeted.

Just like her fans, Charice is also excited with her big comeback. "It was nerve-wracking. I just can't believe that I'm here again. It felt like the first time."

In Charice's comeback episode, Sunshine will be accused of being a spy for a rival high school's choir, Vocal Adrenaline.

Rising star

Charice is being recognized as one of Hollywood’s rising stars.

The New York Post wrote, “Since absolutely exploding in 2007, 18-year-old Charice is incapable of going anywhere without being mobbed by fans, both of the famous and non-famous variety.”

It also said, “Charice tackles one of the greatest empowerment anthems of all time, Eric Carmen’s ‘All By Myself’ and as expected Charice slays it.”

Billboard.com wrote that if Charice was given the chance, the singing sensation would like to sing her new song on “Glee” and that she would also like to duet with Beyonce and Lady Gaga.

In a phone conference with HollywoodReporter.com, Charice said she is thankful to “Glee” for the exposure she got after appearing on the hit Fox TV series.

Charice said a lot of people recognize her now as “Sunshine Corazon.”

New singles

She is also debuting 4 singles on iTunes.

“Before It Explodes” is a heartbreaking song produced in collaboration with Bruno Mars.

“One Day” is another new song written and produced by Nick Jonas of the Jonas Brothers.

“Waiting Outside the Line Remix” is YouTube singing sensation Greyson Chance’s new song featuring Charice.

“All By Myself” is also on iTunes and Charice is expected to sing the song on her return to “Glee.”

Chasters, meanwhile, have a chance to be on Charice’s next music video.

Charice tweeted that her fans can enter a contest on Facebook.com/acuvue to get a chance to be part of her music video.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/20/11/pinoy-netizens-excited-over-charices-comeback-glee

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Governor's son Mum on Reported Plan to Court Sarah

The son of Camarines Sur Gov. Lray Villafuerte is keeping his silence on his reported plan to court Pop Star Princess Sarah Geronimo.

Sports enthusiast Miguel Luis, 22, neither confirmed nor denied the issue when he faced the media for the first time after the speculations surfaced.

“Secret,” Miguel Luis, who is still unattached, briefly replied when reporters asked him about the rumors.

If the rumors were true, the young Villafuerte shared his father would not intervene with his personal life.

Miguel Luis joined the governor in Libmanan for a friendly basketball game between the town’s officials and Camarines Sur Rep. Diosdado "Dato" Macapagal Arroyo’s team. According to reports, the elder Villafuerte is eyeing Miguel Luis, his eldest child, to succeed him in the future.

Earlier this month, Geronimo reacted to reports linking him to Miguel Luis. The pop star princess clarified that she has yet to meet the young Villafuerte, a Political Science student in New York.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/20/11/govs-son-mum-reported-plan-court-sarah

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Governor Vilma Santos Speaks up about Batangas Ambush

Batangas Governor Vilma Santos has finally broken her silence over reports that she was the target of an ambush that happened a month ago in Lipa City.

In an interview with “Showbiz News Ngayon,” Santos clarified that she had nothing to do with what happened.

“Masyado na namang na-exaggerate ang news. Akala kasama pati ako pati security ko. Hindi po. Empleyado po si Ka Cesar ng Kapitolyo,” she said.

Santos said she has no choice but to accept that this kind of danger comes with her job as the province’s governor.

“Ganoon talaga yata. I guess ito ang mga dapat naming tanggapin. Kung sasabihin ninyong nakakatakot [ako], totoo naman. Pero hindi ibig sabihin nito’y hindi ko itutuloy ang pagtitiwala na ibinigay sa akin ng mga Batangueño. My job is not easy. But again the fulfillment is ‘yong paniniwala nila na mayroon akong magagawa for Batangueños. So ‘yon na lang ang pinanghahawakan ko,” she said.

Santos said all she could ask for are prayers that she may be always be safe in doing her duties for her constituents.

“Prayers, everytime I leave the house. But I thank you. Sa totoo lang marami pong tumawag at talagang nagmamalasakit na ano na ba ang nangyari? Maraming salamat po. Kung mayroon man akong hihilingin, siguro ay prayers lang for guidance,” she said.

Last March 12, two people, including a liaison officer assigned at the provincial governor’s office, were killed in an ambush in Lipa City.

Santos’ son, Luis Mazano, was quick to announce on the same day that her mom was safe and was not the target of the ambush.

Movie with Sharon

Meanwhile, Santos revealed that there are talks about an upcoming movie that she and Megastar Sharon Cuneta will topbill.

“Excited din ako. Shawie, baka matuloy na tayo so I’m excited. I’m very very excited. Sana ho, sana. Nasa planning stage. Kung matutuloy, kung excited si Shawie, excited na excited din ako na sana makagawa na kami ng movie together,” she said.

As busy as she may appear, Santos emphasized that her family is still her first priority.

“Puwede ko ho sabihin na ang buhay ko talaga ay mga anak ko. Kung papaano ko nakakaya na gawin lahat ng ‘tong napakaraming roles sa buhay, hindi ko alam. I thank God para sa blessings na ito. Kayamanan ko na iyan,” she said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/04/19/11/gov-vi-speaks-about-batangas-ambush

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