Cristine Reyes confined in hospital due to high fever

Actress Cristine Reyes has been confined in a hospital due to high fever since Thursday.

The actress allegedly had low blood platelet count.

VIVA publicist Jun Rufino, however, revealed the doctors have already cleared Reyes of dengue. VIVA handles the actress' career.

Rufino added they are still monitoring Reyes’ condition.

Meanwhile, the shooting of Reyes’ upcoming movie and the taping of her TV series “Reputasyon” will be put on hold until the doctors give her a clean bill of health.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/15/11/cristine-confined-hospital-due-high-fever

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Maja Salvador talks about her 'special friendship' with Coco

Actress Maja Salvador has admitted that she and “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin” co-star Coco Martin developed a "special kind of friendship" over time.

Maja Salvador told ABS-CBN's “E-Live” on Saturday that hanging out with Coco Martin gave them an opportunity to really get to know each other.

“Sobra, kasi iba yung bonding namin sa ‘Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin.’ Kung yung dati dun sa ‘Nagsimula sa Puso’ namin, grabe 'yung ilangan namin pero dito wala mas naging close kami,” she said.

They have become really good friends, according to Salvador.

“Nakakapag-usap kami ng mga buhay-buhay namin.' Yung kapag may problema siya nakakapagsabi siya, tapos ako rin,” she explained.

In an earlier report, Maja Salvador admitted that she finds Coco Martin attractive.

Salvador was asked if she’s willing to bring their friendship to the next level now that they got to know each other better.

Salvador said: “Na kay Coco ‘yan.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/13/11/maja-talks-about-her-special-friendship-coco

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Maria Aragon pays courtesy call on Vice President Binay

Maria Aragon, the 11-year-old Filipino-Canadian YouTube sensation, recently paid Vice President Jejomar Binay a courtesy call and gave him her sincerest gratitude for his support.

The meeting was held at the Coconut Palace in Manila on Thursday, August 11.

Aragon, who was with her parents and her brother during the courtesy call, said it was Binay who first congratulated her when she was just starting her international career.

In the congratulatory letter Binay sent last February 24, the Vice President said: "You have brought immense pride to the Filipino people with your wonderful talent, and I congratulate you for having gone this far and getting the worldwide recognition you deserve.”

"I believe you have inspired not only the youth to work towards achieving their dreams, but also famous artists to continue to excel in their art and to keep making music. To be touching the lives of people all over the world is an outstanding feat at such a young age. I know you will continue to make us proud," Binay added.

Aragon also had the chance to meet some personnel of the Office of the Vice President (OVP).

“I want to say thank you for the support. I wanna say that because of you, Philippines is a beautiful place. Thank you for making the country a beautiful place... Thank you Vice President,” she said.

Aragon also performed before them her own rendition of “Just The Way You Are.”

Meanwhile, in her official Twitter account, Aragon proudly announced that it was her pleasure to meet the Vice President.

“Had the pleasure to VP Jejomar Binay today... and man am I ever proud to be PINOY :) More power to the Philippines,” she tweeted.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/14/11/maria-aragon-pays-courtesy-call-vp-binay

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Kim Chiu opens up on 'breakup' with Gerald Anderson

After her so-called breakup with actor and long-time on-screen partner Gerald Anderson, Kim Chiu said she learned how to love herself more.

In an interview with Boy Abunda on ABS-CBN's "The Buzz" on Sunday, the Drama Princess said she is thankful to have gone through such an experience.

"I learned to love myself more. I learned how to be strong. And kung hindi ka naman nagmahal, hindi ka naman masasaktan eh. So thankful ako na naramdaman ko 'yun," Chiu said.

"Wala akong sama ng loob o galit sa kahit na sino. Masaya ako na naramdaman ko 'yun."

Kimsaid she and Gerald are now "better friends" after the so-called breakup. "Kami ni Gerald, sobrang okay namin. Hanggang ngayon, andiyan siya 'pag may problema. 'Pag hindi ko na kaya, kinakausap ko siya, nakikinig siya," she said.

Asked how she handled the pain, she said, "Umiyak ka lang. Pagkatapos nun masaya ka na ulit, kasama mo friends mo, mga taong nagmamahal sa'yo."

"Hindi naman masamang magmahal. Hindi. Tao ka rin naman so marami ka talagang mararamdaman sa ngalan ng pag-ibig," she added.

Last year, Chiu denied rumors that she tried to commit suicide after her so-called breakup with Anderson. Both have repeatedly said that they never became a couple, with Anderson saying that what they had was a "special relationship."

Chiu is set to return to primetime television on August 22 with her upcoming series, "My Binondo Girl."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/14/11/kim-chiu-opens-breakup-gerald

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John Lloyd Cruz asks fans to support movie with Angel Locsin

John Lloyd Cruz recently confirmed that he will be doing a movie with Angel Locsin, but rumors say that some of his supporters want him to be paired with his other former leading ladies instead.

Cruz reacted to the rumors, saying that he does not have the final say when it comes to his co-stars.

"Gusto ko lang ipaalala na hindi ko po call' yon kasi baka sa akin ang maging balik nito. Ako po ay empleyado lang dito, kung ano po ang ipinapagawa, 'yon po ang ginagawa ko," he said in an interview with Push.com.ph during the story conference for his upcoming film with Locsin.

"Well, I guess on behalf of Star Cinema, we apologize sa mga na-disappoint na fans. We just want you to know na sobrang importante kayo sa amin, 'yung sinasabi niyo, suggestions niyo. We value that, kaya lang kung pwede lang sabay-sabay gawin [gagawin ko]."

The actor then asked his supporters to give his tandem with Locsin a chance since they already gained a following after their successful television series, "Imortal."

"I'm sure marami diyan na kayang gawin ang hindi ko magagawa o hindi ko maibigay. Ang gusto ko lang sa sarili ko I'm still willing and very much eager to learn kung ano pa 'yung maio-offer ko in the future and [through] this project sana I'm hoping na makapagbigay pa ako," he said.

Asked to describe Locsin, Cruz said, "Si Angel, wala namang 'yang sasabihing hindi maganda sa kahit na sino. Talagang napakabait niyang magbitiw ng salita."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/14/11/john-lloyd-asks-fans-support-movie-angel

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Kean Cipriano admits admiration for Sarah Geronimo

Callalilly lead vocalist Kean Cipriano revealed his admiration for Popstar Princess Sarah Geronimo after they got to collaborate in the latter’s album.

During the press conference of “Ang Babae sa Septic Tank” last August 2, Cipriano told Push.com.ph: “Sarah is Sarah whatever happens. I like her on and off stage. I admire her, the way she projects herself. She's a good singer, a very good performer.”

Cipriano also did not deny the fact that he is open to the possibility that he would fall for Geronimo.

“Why not? Walang magiging problema dun. Kung okay naman. Ako naman nirerespeto ko lahat ng mga taong nakakasama ko or mga babaeng nakakatrabaho ko. Kung may mabuong maganda, why not,” he explained.

Cipriano, however, clarified he has no plans of meeting Sarah's parents just yet. He said he just wants to take take things slow and not rush things.

“Wala pa naman tayo diyan. I can never tell sa ngayon. Ang importante we get along sa pag-perform siguro. Hindi ko pa naman sobrang close si Sarah. So wala ako sa posisyon para magsalita. But I am happy that we are doing something together. Everything will follow through,” he said.

Meanwhile, Cipriano said he is hoping that he will also get to work with Geronimo in an acting project.

“Siyempre isa si Sarah sa mga dream leading ladies ko. Kasi we have a collaboration sa isang kanta sa album niya. Nag-perform kami last time sa album tour niya. Iba pala kapag katabi mo si Sarah na kumakanta sa stage. Iba yung feeling,” he said.

Siource: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/07/11/kean-cipriano-admits-admiration-sarah-geronimo

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Candy Pangilinan: I didn't do enough to protect my son

Comedienne Candy Pangilinan turned emotional on Sunday as she explained her side on the verbal bashing incident involving her and talk show host IC Mendoza.

Pangilinan lamented that she did not do enough to protect her son, a special child, who was included in some media attacks against her.

This weakness, she said, led her to hurt another son and mother in Mendoza and entertainment writer Dolly Anne Carvajal, respectively.

"Ang ironic na nag-react ako dahil nasaktan ako at nasaktan ang anak ko pero nakasakit naman ako ng panibagong bata at nanay ulit. Diba umiikot? Dapat hindi," she said in an interview with Boy Abunda on "The Buzz."

"Nagpapasalamat ako at hindi niya (her son) naiintindihan ang nangyayari. Hindi niya naiintindihan na nahihirapan si Mommy. Hindi niya naiintindihan na namomroblema ako na minsan pag nakikita niya na umiiyak ako sasabihin niya, 'Is that work? Why are you crying, Mom?' Sasabihin ko 'That's work.'

"Feeling ko kulang pa 'yung pagprotektang ginagawa ko para sa kanya. Kaya minsan lalo kong nasisisi 'yung sarili ko na hindi pa ako ganun kagaling na ina, na hindi ako ganun kagaling na tao para maprotektahan ko pa lalo ang anak ko.

Pangilinan also lashed out at some entertainment reporters who keep focusing on the weaknesses of others.

"Siguro ang galit ko doon sa sistema na kailangan in this industry ilabas mo 'yung flaws ng tao. We're all imperfect. Wala namang perfect sa'tin dito. So why can't we understand na lahat tayo, artists, writers, journalists, all of us are not perfect?" she said.

"Let's not focus on the weaknesses and frailties of man. But let's highlight the beauty, 'yung positive. Diba?

"Andun ako kasi hinayaan kong i-highlight nila 'yung masakit, 'yung weakness ko, 'yung frailties ko. Akala ko kaya ko. Pero nung tinira ang anak ko, naawa ako so umikot eh. Tama na. Kasi hindi lang naman siguro ako, Tito Boy, ang tumahimik, diba? Tama na."

Asked to give a message to her son, Pangilinan cried again and said, "You have to be well, you have to function well. You have to life your life. You have to be independent. Mom will try to live long for you. But if I don't live long, you have to live well."

Apology

Pangilinan already apologized to Mendoza through a statement which was aired on ABS-CBN's "Showbiz News Ngayon" last week.

"I am deeply grieved and offer my sincere apology to IC Mendoza and his mother Dolly Anne Carvajal. Admittedly, I had gone beyond my normal limits in drinking and am so sorry for all the pain I've caused," the statement read.

On "The Buzz," Pangilinan said she apologized because "I don't want to hurt anyone."

"Kaya ako nag-snap because I was hurt. Galing ako dun eh. Ayokong makasakit. I think hurting is unacceptable," she said.

"Yes, nasaktan ko siya (Mendoza) kaya ako nag-sorry. And I want to stop that cycle [0of hurting others]."

Meanwhile, Pangilinan hopes that Mendoza and Carvajal will accept her apology.

"After everything, nalabas ko na, yes [I'm okay]. Now it's the guilt I have for IC because I hurt him and now I hope he accepts my apology," she said.

"I hope in the future we'll be able to talk."

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/07/11/candy-i-didnt-do-enough-protect-my-son

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Yeng Constantino rocks Aliw Theater

Pop rock princess Yeng Constantino’s “Rakenrol Jamming” concert on Friday was a major success.

Constantino rocked Aliw Theater together with special guests Gary Valenciano, Sam Milby and Ivan Dorscher.

YouTube singing sensation Maria Aragon also took part in the event.

Aragon took the stage with her claim to fame rendition of Lady Gaga’s “Born this Way.”

Constantino also jammed with Aragon over Jessie J’s “Price Tag.”

It has been reported that Constantino recently suffered depression.

Based on this concert’s outcome, it seems that Constantino is back on track.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/06/11/yeng-rocks-aliw-theater

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Judy Ann Santos got best tips from own mom

Actress Judy Ann Santos said that she owes her motherhood skills mostly to her very own mom.

Santos told “Showbiz News Ngayon” on Friday that she personally took Mommy Carol’s advice on becoming a good mother to her kids, Yohan and Baby Lucio.

“Walang masama [kung] susundin mo mga payo ng magulang mo when it comes to taking care of your children kasi napalaki ka nga nila e. Nakapagpalaki sila ng ilang anak bago ka dumating sa buhay nila e,” she explained.

Santos said she is really pleased with all the new experiences she gets from being a mother.

She said, “Ang dami mo pala masyadong naa-achieve kapag mommy ka pala. Ang dami mong mga bagay na nagagawa na hindi mo maiisip na kaya mo palang gawin.”

Meanwhile, Santos’ long break from the limelight provided more room for her to appreciate her domestic life with husband Ryan Agoncillo.

It seemed that spending more time with her family made her realize how important they are to her.

She explained, “Parang kulang ang 24 oras pag magkakasama kayo ng mga anak mo at ng asawa mo. Parang kulang, yung tipong gusto mo pang pahabain yung oras, kasi ayaw mo pa sana silang patulugin, yung gusto mo laro lang kayo nang laro.”

Santos is set to return to work soon after a long break since her pregnancy with Baby Lucio.

She will host ABS-CBN’s new reality cooking show, “Junior Master Chef.”

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/05/11/judy-ann-got-best-tips-own-mom

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Andi Eigenmann's character in "Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin" TV series is killed?

Is it curtains for young actress Andi Eigenmann's character, Gabrielle Marcelo, in ABS-CBN's hit series "Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin (MLKI)"?

On Thursday night, Andi Eigenmann's character was impaled on a piece of wood. Gabrielle was trying to call for backup to help Alexander (played by Coco Martin), who was abducted and detained by his own twin brother Javier (Coco Martin), when the incident happened.

In a recent interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com, Andi Eigenmann said that she will give her best for the finale of the series.

"Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin" is now on its last 11 episodes. It will air its final episode on August 11.

"Sana abangan niyo. Matagal pa po. We are still working on the ending. Sobrang seryoso lahat kami at ngayon sobrang ngarag magtrabaho para tapusin ang teleserye so sana suportahan niyo," she said.

The 21-year-old star also expressed her gratitude to all her fans who keep on supporting her.

Currently, Andi Eigenmann is five months pregnant and due to give birth in December.

The actress said she plans to continue her showbiz career after giving birth.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/05/11/andi-eigenmanns-character-killed-tv-series

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Maja Salvador denies spat with Matteo

Maja Salvador denied speculations claiming she and her rumored special someone, actor Matteo Guidicelli, recently had a misunderstanding.

In an interview with “Showbiz News Ngayon” on Monday, Salvador said: “Masaya kami ni Matteo. Wala kaming ganoon.”

Salvador said she actually feels flattered that Guidicelli is proud to say in his interviews how special she is for him.

“Basta ang sinasabi ko lang, ang mga ginagawa sa akin ni Matteo, masaya ako dahil pinaparamdam niya kung gaano ako ka-special sa kanya,” she said.

Asked what she would like to tell Guidicelli, Salvador said: “Salamat dahil proud ka sa akin dahil lagi ka nagsasalita sa mga interview, parang hindi siya nahihiya na magpa-interview tungkol sa akin. Bihira lang kasi ang mga guys na may ganoon eh.”

Salvador and Guidicelli have been open about their admiration for each other but they never admitted that they are officially a couple.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/02/11/maja-denies-spat-matteo

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Mariel Rodriguez ready to marry Robin in Church

After spending sometime together in Europe for their second honeymoon, television host Mariel Rodriguez said she is now ready to accept her husband Robin Padilla's, offer to have a church wedding.

In an interview with ABS-CBN Europe News Bureau, Rodriguez said it is Padilla’s dream for them to get married in Catholic rites.

“Gusto niya talaga mangyari ‘yun for me,” she said.

Last April, the celebrity couple put on hold their Catholic wedding after retired Archbishop Oscar Cruz said the Church won’t allow their union because of certain prohibitions under Islam.

Despite this, Padilla has admitted that he and Rodriguez are planning to go to Vatican City and tie the knot there anew.

Padilla married Rodriguez under Muslim rites last August 19, 2010 at the Taj Mahal in India.

Meanwhile, Rodriguez reiterated that they are not yet ready to have a baby.

“Not yet, hindi na naming magagawa ito kapag may baby na kami. Pano na ‘yung baby?” she said.

She also denied reports saying her family and friends are not in favor of their relationship. Rodriguez said they are all supportive of their marriage.

Rodriguez and Padilla headed to Europe on July 28 to visit Amsterdam and Rome.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/02/11/mariel-ready-marry-robin-church

They also went to Paris for the “Kapamilya Fiesta Caravan Show” on Sunday.

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Toni Gonzaga Willing to Leave Showbiz for Married Life

Toni Gonzaga said she is willing to take the back seat when she and her boyfriend, director Paul Soriano, decide to tie the knot.

In an interview with Push.com.ph, Toni admitted that she and  her boyfriend Soriano already had talks about marriage but they are not planning to wed anytime soon.

“Tumagal na rin ng 4 years [ang relationship namin]. Ako 'yun ang pinagdarasal ko. Mahirap magsalita ng tapos pero in my heart, I can say yes, a lot of things can still happen pero pinagpi-pray mo na sana masunod ang kalooban,” she said.

When the time comes, Toni said that she would probably take a step back away from the limelight.

“Siguro buong buhay ko gusto kong mag-artista, maging entertainer pero siyempre when you get married and eventually you commit into a marriage, you would want it to work. So as a woman, as a wife, kailangan mag-effort na i-priority ang family,” she said.

Meanwhile, Gonzaga vowed that while she is not yet married, she would do her best to excel in what she does.

Gonzaga’s movie with comedienne Eugene Domingo titled “Wedding Tayo, Wedding Hindi” is set to hit the big screens this September.

Gonzaga also said that she is open to doing another movie with actor John Lloyd Cruz following their successful movie “My Amnesia Girl.”

“Ako naman wala akong problema. Anytime, ready ako for the call time for the pelikula. Siyempre ang desisyon na ‘yan ay sa management so hintayin natin kung anong desisyon ng Star Cinema pero I’m always open to do a movie with John Lloyd and [with] anybody,” she said.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/02/11/toni-willing-leave-showbiz-married-life

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Christian Bautista wants to meet KC's sister

Christian Bautista wants to meet Garrie Concepcion, KC Concepcion's half-sister.

In an interview during the special premiere of his Asian film "A Special Symphony," Bautista said he has not had a chance to meet the new recording artist.

"Nakikita ko lang siya sa Twitter, tapos in-interview daw siya ni Kris. I haven't really met her. I wanna meet her pero what's so funny with Kris is sini-set up ako lagi," Bautista said, referring to Queen of All Media Kris Aquino, who teased Garrie about meeting Christian.

In a statement on ABS-CBN's "Showbiz News Ngayon" (SNN), Garrie's sister, KC, said she was excited over the possibility that her good friend, Bautista, would get to know her sister.

"Siyempre bilang kapatid kasi, friend ko si Christian, I know he is really a nice guy," KC said.

Garrie or Gabrielle is the daughter of actor Gabby Concepcion and Grace Ibuna.

Garrie has said she wants to concentrate on her singing career. She recently finished her debut album.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/08/02/11/christian-wants-meet-kcs-sister

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Nervous Angel Locsin Cheers for Phil

Actress Angel Locsin showed up at the Rizal Memorial Stadium Thursday to show support for her rumored boyfriend Phil Younghusband and the rest of the Philippine Azkals in their second match against Kuwait.

Locsin arrived at the stadium at around 7 p.m. along with her friend, actress Dimples Romana.

“Kagaya ng mga napakaraming taong nagpunta rito, kahit may bagyo nandito sila para lang magbigay ng suporta,” she said.

According to Locsin, she is just as nervous as everybody else. She said that win or lose, the Azkals have already brought honor to our country.

Aside from Locsin and Romana, singer Ogie Alcasid was also at the stadium along with his nieces and friends.

Alcasid said he has been a fan of football since his college days.

Actors Piolo Pascual, Jon Avila and “Trip na Trip” host Kat de Castro were also seen watching the game.

Source: http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/entertainment/07/28/11/nervous-angel-cheers-phil

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