John Lloyd, Bea talk about upcoming movie

Bankable love team John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo are set to conquer the silver screen once again two years after their last movie together. In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Wednesday, Cruz said he is looking forward to shooting his reunion movie with Alonzo because both of them have already grown up as actors. “Sobrang excited ako kung paano magiging batuhan namin ni Bea sa mga eksena kasi iba na si Bea ngayon, iba na rin ako,” said Cruz. Alonzo, on the other hand, seems surprised that she...

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Kim Jones opens up on boyfriend Echo

Months since their first public appearance as a couple, Australian television host Kim Jones opened up on her relationship with actor Jericho Rosales. It was only in February when Rosales confirmed he was in a relationship with Jones, but the lifestyle show host said they had become an official couple as early as October last year. In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Jones recounted how they first met through a mutual friend, revealing that it wasn’t necessarily love at first sight. “We met in...

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Sitti happy to perform for Sergio Mendes, PNoy

Bossa nova singer Sitti Navarro recounted the thrill of performing as the front act for the concert of Brazilian jazz legend Sergio Mendes. Navarro’s stage nerves left her oblivious to the presence of another notable personality at the venue. The concert, which was held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Tuesday, was attended by President Benigno Aquino III. Aquino was with his sisters, a number of his Cabinet members, and his rumored girlfriend, television and radio personality Grace Lee. “I wasn’t aware that the president was here. I didn’t know....

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Sarah gears up for birthday concert, new album

Pop Star Princess Sarah Geronimo is busy preparing for her birthday concert at the Araneta Coliseum on July 7. ABS-CBN News caught up with Geronimo during the pictorial for the said concert. “Wala pa pong final na lineup ng guests pero inaayos na po ang lineup ng songs,” she said. Geronimo, 23, hopes that many people will come and see her perform at the Big Dome once again. “Sana po abangan niyo ang aking birthday concert. Mag-24 years old na po ako on July 7 at the Araneta Coliseum,” she said. Meanwhile,...

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Eviction looms for 4 teens on 'PBB'

Four teen housemates are at the viewing public's mercy as they face possible eviction – the first in this edition – from the Big Brother house. Two weeks since opening his doors for "Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition 4," Kuya is set to evict one among Claire, Kit, Mariz and Vince on Saturday following the edition's first nomination night. Claire, who hails from Makati, was nominated by her housemates for supposedly being over-emotional and attention-seeking. Another female housemate, Mariz, was nominated because of being distant from her fellow...

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Kristel happy to join Kathryn, Julia on primetime TV

Young actress Kristel Fulgar cannot help but feel honored to be a part of “Dahil Sa Pag-ibig,” one of ABS-CBN’s primetime shows. Fulgar plays the role of the stepdaughter of veteran actor Christopher de Leon in the series. Although she always gets nervous whenever she has scenes with de Leon, the young actress said this pushes her to do better. “Kinabahan po ako lalo na po ‘yung sampalan scene namin ni Mr. Christopher de Leon. Kahit po masakit, wala na po akong pakialam noon, basta po magawa ko...

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Emmanuelle releases debut album

After trying her luck in acting, Emmanuelle Vera is back to doing what she considers her first love: music. Vera finally fulfilled her dream with the release of her self-titled album under Universal Records. “It’s actually medyo mellow. It’s young, carefree and happy. It has seven tracks, six po ay original, at isang cover. This really aims po sa mga teenager pero I think everyone can relate to it, [both the] older generation and the younger ones,” she told ABS-CBNnews.com on Tuesday. Vera said...

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Nancy evades questions about Hayden

Former actress Nancy Castiglione remains evasive over rumors that she is the third party behind the breakup of Vicki Belo and Hayden Kho. In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Tuesday, Castiglione said she does not want to talk about the issue anymore. “Let's not go there naman... My life stayed the same, I went to work at 9 to 5 being a broker, I went home being a mother, so nothing really changed. I don’t know with anyone else but I didn’t pay any attention,” she said. An alleged photo of Castiglione...

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Zsa Zsa happy over 'national artist' campaign for Dolphy

Singer-actress Zsa Zsa Padilla is elated people are now rooting for her long-time partner, King of Comedy Dolphy to be named as a National Artist. In her official Twitter account, Padilla admitted that she has always wanted Dolphy to be given the highest recognition for a Filipino artist. "@mybabyneo01 thanks. I hope so, too. This has been our family's wish for him, too for many years now. But grateful he is still with us," Padilla tweeted. Padilla also extended her appreciation to all the people...

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Venus Raj shares love story

Beauty queen-turned-host Venus Raj finally shared her and Andrei Felix' love story. In an interview on “Kris TV” on Tuesday, Raj said that her romantic relationship with “Umagang Kay Ganda” co-host Felix started from a good friendship. "Well, kami talaga nagsimula kaming magkaibigan, barkada kasama ang iba naming co-hosts. As in walang malisya, as in super friends na kapag nakakakita kami ng potential na babae na pwede nilang ligawan.... ako pa mismo ang nagsasabi na 'parang pwede,'" Raj said. Raj...

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Dondon wants to marry Valerie Concepcion

Actress-host Valerie Concepcion admitted her boyfriend basketball player Dondon Hontiveros had already proposed marriage but said she is not yet ready to get hitched. In an interview with morning show "KrisTV," which aired on Monday, Concepcion said Hontiveros, who plays for Petron at the Philippine Basketball Association, popped the question during their recent "cool-off" period. "Bago kami nagkabalikan, 'yun ang kinukulit niya sa akin, 'yung kasal. Kaso ako naman 'yung natupe. Hindi pa ako ready....

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Karylle defends Vice Ganda

Singer Karylle defended "It's Showtime" co-host Vice Ganda on rumors that the comedian is hard to get along with. In a press launch for the music video of her single “I’ve Found My Smile Again” from her album “Roadtrip,” Karylle said the public should consider that Vice Ganda went through a difficult time with the passing of his grandmother early this year. “Hindi siya mahirap kasama... One of the things with being a comedian, nakikita ko that they always have to be happy and may mga pinagdaanan...

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Abunda wants to produce Jessica's PH concert

Television host Boy Abunda wants to produce the Philippine concert of Filipino-Mexican singer Jessica Sanchez. On Sunday, Abunda said on "The Buzz" that he's really proud of Sanchez, who is now part of the Top 6 of the latest season of the hit US talent search "American Idol." "Hindi pa ito alam ni Kris (Aquino) pero sana ay mabigyan po kami ng pagkakataon na mai-produce ang concert ni Jessica Sanchez dito sa Pilipinas," Abunda said. "She's really brilliant. Alam niyo po mga kaibigan I've seen...

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Toni denies break-up with Paul Soriano

Television host Toni Gonzaga shrugged off reports claiming that she and her boyfriend Paul Soriano have decided to part ways. Last Sunday after Vic Sotto’s “The Buzz” guesting, the comedian asked Gonzaga if it is true that she and Soriano are now separated. “Niloloko nga ako ni Bossing. Nagkita kami dito, sabi niya ‘Break na daw kayo.’ Sabi ko chismis, hindi joke lang ‘yon,” Gonzaga told “Showbiz News Ngayon.” Reports say Gonzaga and Soriano cannot spend time together because of the former’s...

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Gretchen Barretto 'afraid' of Vice Ganda

Socialite actress Gretchen Barretto admitted that she used to be intimidated by comedian-host Vice Ganda. But that changed on Sunday when Barretto agreed to guest on “Gandang Gabi Vice.” “Tonight I didn’t only learn new words from you but I learned to also …now I know parang I should face my fear. You are my fear. Now at least nakilala na kita and it’s so much fun,” Barretto said. “I'm glad na pumunta ako dito parang I'm getting to know you more,” she added. She also praised Vice Ganda, calling the comedian a “beautiful” person. “Kasi ang...

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Teen icon Kim Chiu in US for Star Magic Tour

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. Chiu was recently voted by fans as Best Actress...

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