Artista january 2016 by Ley Navarro

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REFLECTIONS By Dr. Jun Vencer

Reflections on Psalm 72

A VISION OF HOPE

was reading D.A. Carson’s devotional thought on Psalm 72 and was engrossed with the truths that leap from the pages of his book. I started reading Psalm 72 a few times, each time, making observations on its relevance today. It may have been the lavish words of a toast in a coronation of a Davidic King but I can’t help looking for contemporary applications after 26 or more centuries. Scholars would debate whether it is Messiahnic in nature. John Calvin and some others say it is not. The Book of Common Prayers and some other theologians say it is. The application of Psalm 72 in the epiphany passage Matthew 2:11suggests it is. Carson is linking 72:17 with the Abrahamic covenant in Genesis 12:2-3. But the text itself points to a king beyond the Davidic kings to the One that is coming (cf. Matthew 12:42). Moreover, the vision is future. “He will endure as long as the sun, as long as the moon, through all generations” (72:5). It suggests an eternal King who will administer enduring global peace (72:9-11). In the language of Isaiah, the Prince of Peace whose kingdom will know no end (9:7). Focusing attention on the qualities of the ruler in Psalm 72. The Psalm speaks of many themes: justice especially for the poor, righteousness for all, peace that is global, prosperity for the people and prayer for the king and people. In essence, it responds to the question: How should a ruler rule? Psalm 72 addresses the ordering of a society that will bring divine blessings to the nation and people. Edwin McNeill Poteat speaks of four such areas of order. He insists that indifference or abandonment or compromise with these ideals will be a prelude to chaos. History is on the side of his analysis. The moral order is generally influenced by the ruler as symbol and vehicle of moral stability. He imbibes a godly spirituality and so ensures that the laws reflects the laws and righteousness of God. The social order is the undertaking of social programs that carries his solicitude for the well-being of his people. There is social opportunity and mobility for the people. The political order shows the ruler’s just and merciful administration. He models justice and influence others to act justly by the power of his example in his nation. The economic order indicates an equitable distribution of wealth and the nation enjoys material prosperity.

Celebrity babies who ruled saocial media in 2015

by: Kristhoff Cagape

his year, tinsel town has been filled with fluffiness as adorable celebrity babies arrived and ruled the entertainment world. Celeb moms could not be happier because of their bundle of joys and were eager to share photos of their babies on their social media accounts. Push.com. ph lists down the babies who totally won our hearts and our social media feeds this year:

Maria Letizia

There is a strong basis for viewing the Psalm as messianic. It speaks of the values of a ruler that are the same as that expounded in Isaiah 9:1-7 from where I grounded the DNa Vision (Discipling a Nation). Stated simply, the ideal ruler will rule so that there is righteousness, justice, peace and prosperity for all the people. The Psalm in this vision of hope is also based on covenant theology, that God is creator, governor, and provider of people and nation. Moroever, the poetry also recognize the power of prayer by the people for their rulers and the benediction of ruler for his people. Psalm 72 goes beyond the nation Israel, to encompass the whole earth in the scope of its vision and in the compass of its blessings. The completeness of its coverage of the desiderata of social order everywhere that gives this political poetry its contemporary relevance. Dr. Jun Vencer is the President of Global Transformation Ministries Inc., a member body of the Global DAWN Network. He concurrently serves as Vice President of Leadership Development and as the Asia Director of DAWN Ministries. He also serves as the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Alliance Graduate School, Philippines. He is the first Third World leader to have been appointed as International Director of World Evangelical Alliance and founding Chairman of the Evangelical Fellowship of Asia. He served as General Secretary of the Philippine Council of Evangelical Churches and of the Philippine Relief and Development Services. He is Pastor Emeritus of the Alliance Fellowship Church. He is an ordained Minister and a Bishop of the Christian and Missionary Alliance Churches of the Philippines (CAMACOP). Dr. Vencer is married to Annabella Castillo. They have four children; three of whom are married and six grandchildren. He currently serves as pastor of the Alliance International Church in Pearland, Texas..

When Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes announced that their daughter had finally been born, we all waited in anticipation to catch a glimpse of the celebrity baby. The moment they posted Maria Letizia’s photo, netizens could not help but fall in love with DongYan’s firstborn. Her first photo instantly went viral and earned thousands of likes on various social media platforms. With her infectious smile, tantalizing eyes, and long lashes, Maria Letizia totally ruled the social media world.

Empress Schuck gave birth to her baby girl Athalia with boyfriend Vino Guingona last September 27. With Empress’s updates about baby Athalia’s mini-adventures, the latter instantly earned

Lucia After Bianca Gonzalez announced that she would be having a baby girl with husband JC Intal, everyone looked forward to seeing the bundle of joy of the television host. Despite Pls. turn to page 6.

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a massive following on the social media. Netizens eagerly await for their daily dose of happiness from Empress’s charming baby girl.

Fit for a Queen: Five eligible bachelors that could be Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach’s ‘IDEAL GUY’ by: Maureen

It came as a total shocker when Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach revealed in a TV Patrolinterview that she was actually single. However, she did list down the “traits” of a guy that she hopes to be with. According to her, the guy has to be smart, humorous, and a gentleman. Here are five guys whom we think could make the cut.

Atom Araullo

Although he’s not directly connected with showbiz, Atom has been the epitome of “eligible bachelor” ever since he called it with quits with his former

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girlfriend Patty Laurel. The 33-year-old anchor, who graduated with a degree in Applied Physics from the University of the Philippines, has been part of the ABSCBN News and Current Affairs for a while now. The Josh Hartnett look-a-like has been making women swoon even during his younge r years

when he was part of the youth-oriented show 5 and Up and all the more when he reported live, in the middle of Yolandastricken Tacloban in 2013.

Benjamin Alves If Pia was to find the local counterpart of her Hollywood crush James Franco, it would probably be the 26-year-old ac-

tor. Benjamin graduated summa cum laude from the University of Guam for English literature. Although he originally wanted to pursue a master’s degree, his joined showbiz instead. To date, Piolo Pascual’s nephew has been part of number of highlyacclaimed films both in the indie and mainstream scene including Heneral Luna. Reports have it, though, that he’s currently dating singeractress Glaiza de Castro. However, two have yet to confirm anything about the real status of their relationship. Pls. turn to page 6.

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Celebrity babies who ruled saocial media in 2015 Con’t. from page 4. her busy schedule, Bianca seems to be a very hands-on mom to baby Lucia. On her Instagram account, Bianca shares her journey of motherhood and the numerous snapshots of her daughter to everyone’s delight. In one of her postings, Bianca fondly calls her daughter “Little Miss Bright Eyes” which seems to be very fitting because Lucia’s has totally been brightening the day of Bianca’s followers since day one.

Amarah After a challenging premature delivery, Cristine Reyes successfully gave birth to a baby beautiful girl named Amarah. Today, Cristine’s day is filled with her bonding activities with her daughter and partner Ali Khatibi. As the snapshots of their little family surfaced on the online world, netizens have been captured by the charm of Amarah.

Kiera Kelly Melissa Ricks gave birth to a beautiful baby girl last January and everyone could not get enough of her cuteness. Melissa is fond of posting videos and photos of Kiera Kelly (whom she calls Lil’ Mam), her daughter with boyfriend Charles Togezaki. Also, it is noticeable that Kiera is such an adorable little fashionista which makes her win the hearts of many.

Amanda Gabrielle Ara Mina’s baby Amanda is also earning a lot of followers since mommy Ara started posting adorable photos of the celeb baby. Ara’s baby with Mayor Patrick Meneses is without a doubt an online sensation. She just turned one this December and she totally looked like a cute adorable princess at her Alice in Wonderland party.

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Fit for a Queen: Five eligible bachelors... Con’t. from page 5.

Coco Martin The Prince of Philippine Independent Films may not boast of a educational background like Atom and Benjamin, but he could more than compensate it with years and years of experience and hard work. From being a budding actor, Coco left show business to become an OFW doing menial jobs. Years later, he returned to business with much depth and passion and started dominating the local independent scene before getting big in international film festivals through his daring films with Brillante Mendoza

R a y v e r Cruz Perhaps one of the most underrated stars in the business, Rayver is best known

for busting his moves on the dance floor more often than not with his good friend Dance Princess Maja Salvador. But Rayver has more to offer than just his sleek dance moves especially in the aspect of acting as shown on his exceptional performance on the 2015 Metro Manila Film Festival entry Buy Now, Die Later and the highlyacclaimed film On The Job.

Mikael Daez He was first known as a model, then an actor and now Mikael is getting his hands on fitness, blogging, and business. This is unsurprising since Mikael finished a business management degree from the Ateneo de Manila University. A good measurement of his eloquence can be seen on the way he writes and presents his blog which contains his own musings and photos from his everyday life may it be on cam or off cam. Rumors are though that he and Megan Young have been a couple for some years now.

Kathniel Conquers Vietnam, Brings Pride to PHL

hilippine showbiz’s Teen King and Queen Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo recently brought honor to the country after winning accolades in Vietnam’s Face of the Year Awards for their performances in the hit series “Got to Believe,” which has captured a massive following in the Southeast Asian nation where the Philippine teleserye aired on TV. The series proved to be a big hit in Vietnam after Today TV started airing it on primetime television, every day, from 7 PM to 8 PM. Vietnamese viewers were indeed captivated by the love story of Joaquin and Chichay, as proven by the high ratings the show registers every night. The phenomenal Kathniel tandem personally received the

Best Foreign Actor and Best Foreign Actress awards last Friday during the gala night held in Ho Chi Minh city’s Opera House. Organized by IMC, the parent company of one of Vietnam’s largest TV networks Today TV, the “Face of the Year Awards” aims to honor films and artists who had significant contributions to the industry over the past year and are voted by the Vietnamese audience. For their respective categories, Kathryn and Daniel beat actors and actresses from other countries such as India and Thailand. “Thank you for this opportunity. And to all our supporters here in Vietnam, thank you so much for loving our characters, Joaquin and Chichay, Page 23 pls.

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Aiza Seguerra to undergo In Vitro Fertilization in the US to have a baby

ustung-gusto talagang magkaroon ng anak ni Aiza Seguera kaya plano na niya at ng asawang si Liza Dino na magpunta ng Amerika ngayong 2016. Ito ang ini-reveal ni Aiza sa pressco ng reality singing competition na Born To Be A Starng TV5 at Viva Entertainment noong Jnauary 4. Gagawin daw nila ito bago matapos ang taon. “Yes, towards the end of the year siguro. Pero siyempre, kailangan ding pag-ipunan,” balita ni Aiza saPush. com.ph IVF or In Vitro Fertilization ang tawag sa prosesong gagawin ni Ai-Ai at ni LIza para magkaroon ng anak. “We have to be there in the States for two months dahil ang mangyayari is, sa akin kasi manggagaling ’yung eggs. So, ’yung eggs ko, kailangang parepareho sila

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ng laki, para pag-gather nila ng eggs, pantay-pantay. “And then, they will store it, they will freeze it, and by the time, siyempre by then, mayroon na rin kaming donor,” excited na kuwento ng singer-actress. Don na rin daw sila sa Amerika maghahanap ng magiging guy donor. “Kapag meron na kaming nakita, pagsasamahin ang eggs ko at sperm ng guy tapos magpu-form na yon ng embryo. Ang next step is ipapasok na sa ovary ni Liza,” sabi pa niya. Ibig sabihin, si Liza ang magdadala ng baby for nine months hanggang sa mailuwal niya ito. Pero bago raw sila pumili ng guy donor, kaialngan muna nila i-check ang background nito, race at itsura. Eh, type ba niya na singer din or marunong sa art ang magiging guy donor niya? “Parang hindi

yata bagay sa akin kapag mayroon akong anak na mathematician, alam mo ’yun? Hindi ko siya matutulungan,” natatawa niyang reaksyon. Ready na rin daw siya sa proseso. In fact, nagpakonsulta na raw siya sa kanyang doctor tungkol dito. “I had myself checked last year, okay naman, my eggs are fine—unused but fine, and Liza’s okay also. So, ’yun na lang ang hinihintay namin, ’yung matagal nga kaming mawawala at kailangan din ng time kahit papaano at makapagdiskarte rin kami ng work,” sey pa niya. With regards sa magagastos sa IVF, may kamahalan din daw ito. “At least, meron kami dapat P1.5 million,” she said.

Vic Sotto-Pauleen Luna wedding entourage revealed

ic Sotto and Pauleen Luna has started distributing their wedding invitation to their guests and based on the invitation received byPep.ph, the entourage will be a star-studded one. Included in the Principal Sponsors are Senator Vicente “Tito” Sotto III, Carmencita Garcia, Tony Tuviera and wife Madeleine Tuviera, comedian Joey de Leon, and Dr. Salvacion Gatchalian. Eat Bulaga! host Ruby Rodriguez will be the Matron of Honor while Franchesca Que will be Pauleen’s Maid of Honor. Vic’s Best Man will be his son with actress Coney Reyes, Vico Sotto. The bridesmaids would be 2015 Miss Universe Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach together with Anne Margaret Luna, Leah Camille Agcaoili, and Mara Isabel Sotto. The groomsmen include Vic’s brothers Val and Maru Sotto along with Eat Bulaga! hosts Anjo Yllana, Wally Bayola, Jose Manalo and Paolo Ballesteros. The Veil Sponsors will be Vic’s daughter

with actress Dina Bonnevie Danica Sotto and her husband PBA athlete Marc Pingris while the Cord Sponsors are Oyo Sotto and his wife Kristine Hermosa. The Ring Bearer will be Danica and Marc’s son Jean Michel Pingris; Coin Bearer will be Oyo and Kristine’s son Kristian Daniel Sotto. Senator Tito’s grandson Alessandro Jose Sotto will be the Bible Bearer and the Rosary Bearer will be Marciano Dominico Antonio. Lastly, the Flower Girls will be Ryzza Mae Dizon together with Danica and Marc’s daughter

Anielle Micaela Pingris, Oyo and Kristine’s daughter Ondrea Bliss Sotto and Ellenor Rose Lagrio. The official announcement of their wedding date will be made on the noontime show Eat Bulaga! The wedding according to the invitation will start at 7pm.

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Celeb squads we all want to be a part of

SQUAD # 3 Enrique Gil, Enchong Dee, Rayver Cruz, Gerald Anderson, Xian Lim

by: Kristhoff Cagape

hey say it’s hard to find real friends in showbiz, but these celebrities have managed to bond very well. Amid the hectic schedules, non-stop rumors, and everything else they needed to attend to, these Pinoy celebs have formed their own respective groups, their very own “squads.” Here are the coolest celeb squads we all want to be part of:

SQUAD # 1 James Reid, Nadine Lustre, Andrei Paras, Yassi Pressman This squad was the movie that They have have formed toured the certs which bond. They post vid-

formed during the filming of the hit movlaunched the careers of these four great chemistry onscreen but bea camaraderie off-cam. country i n

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This squad was formed because of the Teleserye Bida Boys Tour overseas. These boys are some of the biggest male stars in showbiz and we may see them playing some serious roles onscreen but when they hang out together, it’s all fun and laughter. Adventure awaits whenever they’re together, proof that these dramatic actors can also loosen up and have a good time. SQUAD # 4 Nikki Gil, Shaina Magdayao, Iya Villana, Bea Alonzo They are tagged as the good girls of showbiz and these ladies have been spreading nothing but positivity, class, and good vibes. They have been an inspiring group of women who prove that good girls can finish first. Half of the squad has already gotten married (Nikki and Iya) and their love stories are a testament to true

snapshots on their social media accounts which show us how fun it gets whenever they are together. Now that they have their own respective projects, this squad still remains strong and firm—from doing a garage sale, attending parties, traveling to different parts of the world, to singing in front of thousands of fans.

SQUAD # 2 Anne Curtis, Georgina Wilson, Liz Uy, Isabelle Daza, and Solenn Heussaff love. This squad is a living proof that values are everything and character is what will make you stand out.

This might be the most stylish and fab squad we have ever laid our eyes on. From fashion, fitness, careers, lip-syncing famous songs to partying the night away, this squad is every girl’s dream team. Beyond that, this squad has been showing us how modern women are: empowered, career-driven, and successful. Despite the fact that they each have busy lives, they’ve always got each other’s back. When Solenn tied the knot with her boyfriend, the squad flew to Argentina to show their support and to be present in such a momentous event.

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Jennylyn Mercado, Jericho Rosales and Walang Forever are big winners in 2015 MMFF Awards Night by: Jeff Fernand

ina Jennylyn Mercado, Jericho Rosales at ang kanilang pelikulang Walang Forever ang big winners sa katatapos lang na Gabi ng Parangal ng Metro Manila Film Festival. Naunahan na ng tensyon ng usapin ng pagkakatanggal ng pelikulang Honor Thy Father sa Best Picture nominees ng taon dahil ang nasabing pelikula ay naipalabas na sa ibang festival kayat d u -

mating ng naka itim na tshirt na may title ng pelikula ang lahat ng staff nito. Hindi naman nakarating si direk Erik Matti para kunin ang Best Director award para sa Honor Thy Father sa halip ay binasa ng isa sa kanilang staff ang text message ni Direk Matti na ramdam ang sama ng loob sa festival commitee. Hindi rin nakarating si Jericho Rosales para sa Best Actor award niya at si Jennylyn ang umakyat sa stage para magpasalamat sa parangal. Muling itinanghal na Best Actress si Jennylyn sa dalawang magkasunod na taon. Last year, siya rin ang nakatanggap ng award para sa English Only Please. Nagkaroon ng gusot ang taping ng awards ng maling envelope ang mabasa ng presentor na si Janine Gutierrez. Gatpuno Villegas Special Award ang kanyang nabasa sa halip na third place Best Picture na pareho rin naman napunta sa pelikulang My Bebe Love. Kulang sa big stars ang awards night. Wala sina Vic Sotto, Ai-Ai delas Alas, ang AlDub tandem nina Maine Mendoza at Alden Richards; pati na rin sina Vice Ganda at Coco Martin para bigyan ng ningning ang seremonyas. Here are the complete list of winners:

Major Awards:

Best Child Performer: Krystal Brimmer (Honor Thy Father)

Best Festival Sound: Ditoy Aguila (Nilalang) Best Festival Musical Score: Jessie Lazaten (Nilalang) Best Festival Original Theme Song: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Taoâ&#x20AC;? (Honor Thy Father) Best Festival Make Up Artist: Ryan Panaligan and Ericka Racela (Honor Thy Father) Best Festival Visual Effects: Nilalang Best Festival Production Design: Buy Now, Die Later Best Festival Editing: Nilalang Best Festival Cinematography: Nilalang Best Original Story: Dan Villegas and Antoin e t t e Jadaone (Walang Forever) Best Screenplay: Paul Santa Ana (Walang Forever) Best Director: Erik Matti (Honor Thy Fa-

ther) Best Supporting Actor: Tirso Cruz III (Honor Thy Father) Best Supporting Actress: Maine Mendoza (My Bebe Love) Gatpuno Antonio J. Villegas Cultural Award: My Bebe Love

3rd Best Picture: My Bebe Love 2nd Best Picture: Buy Now, Die Later Best Picture: Walang Forever Best Actor: Jericho Rosales (Walang Forever) Best Actress: Jennylyn Mercado (Walang Forever)

Special Awards:

Best Float - Buy Now, Die Later FPJ Memorial Award for Excellence: Walang Forever Male Celebrity of the Night: Cesar Montano Female Celebrity of the Night: Jennylyn Mercado

\Animation Category: New Wave Animation Special Jury Prize: Little Lights (Rivelle Mallari) New Wave Best Animation Picture: Buttons (Marvel Obemio, Francis Ramirez & Jared Garcia) Manila Bulletin Entertainment Best Animation Film Award: Momento

Student Short Film Category:

Special Jury Prize: Daisy (Brian Reyes) Best Short Picture: Mumu (Jean Cheryl Tagyamon)

New Wave Entries

Full Feature Category: Best Supporting Actor: Thou Reyes (Toto) Best Supporting Actress: Bibeth Orteza (Toto) Best Actors: JM De Guzman (Tandem) and Francisco Quinto (Ari: My Life with a King)

Best Screenplay: Ari: My Life with a King Best Director: John Paul Su (Toto) Special Jury Priza: Toto Best Picture: Ari: My Life with a King Manila Bulletin Entertainment Best Full Feature Film: Ari: My Life with a King

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Stories of fan love, joy, surprises rule TFC’s #OTWOLKapamilyaFansDay James Reid, Nadine Lustre, Paulo Avelino and Kyla share spotlight with fans at TFC’s “On The Wings of Love Certified Kapamilya Fan Day” “This is unscripted reality television. And it shows what true love for a customer and fans is – they become our own extensions. We at TFC become them, they become us. We become one.” – Ricky Resurreccion, ABS-CBN North America head of ad sales, events & trade marketing

former ABS-CBN Corporation President & CEO Charo Santos-Concio at the “On The Wings of Love Certified Kapamilya Fans Day”. The event was headlined by On The Wings of Love (OTWOL) teleserye’s breakthrough love team of James Reid and Nadine Lustre, known together as JaDine, joined by heartthrob co-star Paulo Avelino and the voice behind the show’s theme song, Philippine R&B Queen Kyla.

“Yes, thousands attended, but this is not about that,” explains Ricky Resurreccion, ABS-CBN North America head of ad sales, events and trade marketing. “It’s more about people driving for hours or flying from as far as San Diego, Las Vegas, Arizona, Texas, Wisconsin, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, Canada, New Zealand and even Macau to show their love and come together as a fan community. Yes, they cheered and

shrieked in glee at very high decibels, but this event is more than that. This is about fans sharing the spotlight with the stars on stage, blurring the lines between fan and celebrity, having a real voice in an authentic engagement that impacts both parties.” “Anybody can do a flashy show, but very few can create meaningful encounters and memorable moments for both fans and stars,” Resurreccion emphasized. “This was what we in TFC had in mind when we offered this Fans Day because we truly believe that anyone who sows such deep commitment and emotional investment should reap the rewards of life-enhancing experiences.” The Magic and Meaning of #Blakedine If there was one iconic moment at Pls. turn to page 30.

ACRAMENTO, CA, January 12, 2016 – “In my many interactions with the people of ABS-CBN, whether in the Philippines or overseas with the global employee force behind TFC, I always ask them this question about our customers: ‘Minahal mo ba sila?’ (Did you truly love them?)” On January 10, on the steps and inside the storied halls of Sacramento Memorial Auditorium, ABS-CBN The Filipino Channel (TFC) put into action the words of

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From left, fans trooped from all over the U.S. and even from Canada, New Zealand and Macau to attend #OTWOLKapamilyaFansDay at Sacramento Memorial Auditorium; Nadine Lustre and James Reid share a magical moment on stage; JaDine and OTWOL fans, who cut across age, gender, demographics and socio-economic strata, represented at the event, . (Photos by OMG Photo and Video and Jho Bule Photography)

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Bianca Gonzales, Mariel Rodriguez and Toni Gonzaga candidly talk about their sex lives by: Cristina Malonzo

n Tonight with Boy Abunda, Bianca Gonzalez-Intal, Mariel Rodriguez-Padilla and Toni Gonzaga-Soriano talked about their life as married women. Admittedly, of the three, Mariel is the one who’s the most malambing and selosa. “Nag-aalsabalutan ako, Tito Boy. Tapos umuuwi din naman ako.” When asked if her husband, Robin Padilla, calls her, “Tinawagan ba ako? Siyempre kailangan magpasuyo ka naman! Parang nakareceive naman yata ako ng call.” Toni said she is not the jealous type. “Hindi, tsaka hindi naman niya ako binibigyan ng rason para magselos.” Bianca shared that she used to be somewhat of a jealous girlfriend. “Hindi ako umiimik. Neutral face but deep inside. Matagal na, I think nung kinasal kami parang naturally nawala yung selos ko. Because siyempre feel na feel mong secure ka na.” Mariel shared that a lot has changed since she got married. “Marami na, Tito Boy. Feeling ko, I’m still the same, but better.” With Toni having just gotten married in 2015, she said, “Six months na kaming married. So nandoon pa ako sa process ng transitioning. Mahirap actually yung stage ng transitioning, ng separation from the family, from Alex, from everything, and being called yung may dash na Soriano. So pang naroon pa ako sa stage na yun, but it’s a good stage, which I know I’ll be able to overcome. That’s why I’d say that this year, this is my plan, to be the best wife.” Bianca, on the other hand, acknowledged that with her marriage life, came the realization that life need not be always fast paced. “Siguro ang pinakanagbago is natutunan kong mag slow down,” she said. “Kasi dati nung single, parang go go go, work, walang pahinga. Pero nung kinasal, okay lang palang mas magpahinga ng kaunti. Priority yung family.” The best friends also shared tips for a better marriage life. With Bianca, “Siguro ngayon, bilang bagong ina, ang pinaka best tip ko, kahit may anak kayo, priority niyo pa rin yung asawa niyo. So for example, kami ni JC, pag kunwari uuwi siya, ikikiss niya muna ako tapos saka si Lu-

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cia. Or ako kung maghi ako, siya muna ikiss ko then saka si baby. Number one pa rin siya.” “ A k o it’s simple, and for me it really works,” Mariel said. “The wife submits to the husband. Ako

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ganoon, it works for us. Robin is a good leader, he’s the man of the house, ako, I’m a follower. So kung ano sinabi niya, yun ang masusunod. Kung ano yung gusto niya, I will make it happen. Yun na rin yung gusto ko, yung gusto niya.” While with Toni, “Ako siguro, yung pride. Be the first one to say sorry, just to patch

things up. Kasi wala talagang mangyayari kung pataasan kayo ng pride.” The three were very candid on matters of sex. When asked to choose between lights on or lights off, Toni readily said, “Off.” Mariel on the other hand said, “Ako on. Mas maganda. Kasi ako pinakamatagal nang may asawa sa kanila. Ako nga, gusto ko pa nga, nakikita ko talaga eh.” Bianca injected, “Ako with. Yung medyo shadowy.” Toni was then asked to choose between sex or chocolates. “Before chocolate but now both.” While both Bianca and Mariel prefer sex, with Bianca explaining, “Kaya ako yung nauna sa inyo [magkaanak].” Best time for sex? “Pag hindi mo ineexpect,” Bianca shared. “Ako sinabi ko morning, at sasabihin ko why,” said Mariel. “Ang dami pang energy.” While Toni shared, “Naku, papanoorin ni mommy Pinty ‘to. Alam niyo ba, tumawag siya sa akin noon, ‘Bakit naman sinagot pa ni Paul yung ganoon. Bakit sinabing ikaw pa yung nag-aano? Hindi maganda yung mga bagay na yun.’ Akala niyo, may MTRCB ako. So pagsinagot ko to, ‘Bakit mo naman sinagot pa yun?’” But when asked again what’s the best time for sex, Toni answered, “anytime.”

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and for loving the show ‘Got To Believe.’ We love you!” said Kathryn. “I’d like to thank Today TV. We just feel very humbled, very blessed, and we are very thankful. Maraming salamat,” said Daniel. Prior to the gala night, Kathryn and Daniel already felt the love from Vietnamnese Kathniel fans when they arrived at the Saigon Airport Friday afternoon. Armed with banners, shirts, posters, and caps, Vietnamese fans chanted “Kathniel,” and some even sang the “Got to Believe” theme song. Fans also flocked to a local mall in Ho Chi Minh last Saturday for Kathryn

and Daniel’s meet-and-greet, where the two stars gamely posed for photos, signed autographs, and answered questions. In 2014, “Be Careful with My Heart” was also a phenomenal hit that earned lead stars Richard Yap and Jodi Sta. Maria the same Face of the Year Awards. “Got to Believe” and “Be Careful With My Heart” are only among the many ABSCBN dramas that aired in different countries through the efforts of ABS-CBN International Distribution. ABS-CBN International Distribution has been recognized in the global arena as a reliable foreign content provider. It has been a premier source of high quality Filipino programming in over 50 territories all over the world and has sold over 30,000 hours of content worldwide.

Cristine Reyes reveals her January wedding plans

alik pelikula si Cristine Reyes sa Lumayo Ka Nga Sa Akin na inspired ng sikat na libro ni Bob Ong. Comment ni direk Chris Martinez sa press con ng pelikula na “mabait” at mas focused na daw ngayon si Cristine sa kanyang trabaho, isang bagay kung saan natawa si Cristine. “Napa-isip nga ako doon kasi nung ginagawa namin ni Direk ang The Gifted okay naman kami doon pero ang ibig nya pala sabihin nag-mature na ako sa approach sa trabaho. Ito siguro effect sa akin na mommy na ako ngayon.” Dalawang beses magaganap ang kasalan sa pagitan ni Cristine at ng ama ng kanyang anak na si Ali Khatibi ngayong taon. Isang bagay na matagal ng pina-plano ni Cristine at Ali. “Gusto namin na maging tama ang mga bagay bagay sa amin and ngayong January mauuna ang civil wedding namin. Plano namin private lang ito kung puwede nga kami lang tapos yung magkakasal tapos isang witness.” Sa Christian wedding naman, gusto nila na pribado pa rin ang seremonyas pero kasama na

COCO MARTIN AS CARDO LURES SYNDICATES, DISGUISES AS WOMAN IN “ANG PROBINSYANO”

ang ilang kapamilya at mga kaibigan. Nilinaw din ni Cristine na tanggap ni Ali ang kanyang trabaho bilang artista at sinusuportahan siya nito. “Noon pa alam nya na ito ang work ko and naintindihan niya ito. Masaya ako ngayon bilang mommy and excited din kasi nakabalik na ako sa showbiz.” Mapapanood din si Cristine sa teleseryeng Tubig at Langis na mapapanood sa Kapamilya network soon. by: Jeff Fernand

Cardo (Coco Martin) goes undercover as an alluring woman to save Carmen (Bela Padilla) from the hands of the prostitution syndicate in “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano.” After Olga (Gina Pareño) successfully kidnapped Carmen, Cardo is determined to investigate the group and seize the mastermind of its operations. To help him find more lead about the series of abductions, Cardo disguises as the alluring lady named Paloma who is ready to catch the suspects in action. Can Cardo rescue Carmen and the other victims of the syndicate as Paloma? Will Olga be able to escape the authorities? Don’t miss the actionpacked scenes in “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano,” weeknights in ABS-CBN, globally only on TFC. aVisit TFC.tv for more information. (Kane Choa/Aaron Domingo/ABS-CBN Integrated Corporate Communication)

Kuya Germs... Con’t. from page 26.

dro of Lamoiyan Corporation. Though in deep sadness, Kuya Germs’ family led by his son Federico, grandchildren Jorell, Francheska, Raffy and Gabby, niece and family matriarch Dr. Vivian Nite dela Cruz, and nephew John Nite also expressed their gratitude to the people who paid tribute to Kuya Germs and shared their fondest memories of their ‘Papa.’ “I think everybody knows that he is a hardworking person. Monday to Sunday he works and that’s how dedicated my father was, and that’s how he loved his professions because he prayed for it, he asked for it. Every single opportunity that he got, he took care of it, he loved it, he gave his all. He is a generous man. Wala na siyang ibang inisip kung hindi kami: pamilya, kaibigan, and his contemporaries. My father is known as a star-builder and I can probably say that most of the stars in the industry came or started from him. But now I will share to you why he is successful in do-

ing that because every child has a dream. My father would be the one to spark that light. He believes that for every child that dreams, they deserve to be given that opportunity to achieve their dreams. That is the secret of my father,” said Federico. For his valuable contributions and loyalty to the network, GMA management presented a posthumous plaque of appreciation and recognition to Kuya Germs.

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Asia’s Songbird Regine Velasquez-Alcasid renews her exclusive contract with GMA Network

sia’s Songbird Regine VelasquezAlcasid remains a loyal Kapuso as she signed today (January 4) another two-year exclusive contract with GMA Network, Inc. Present in the contract signing were GMA Chairman and Chief Execu-

tive Officer Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, GMA Entertainment TV’s Senior Vice President Lilybeth G. Rasonable, GMA Consultant for Business Development Department II Marivin T.

Arayata, GMA Vice President for Drama Productions Redgie AcuñaMagno, GMA Vice President for Corporate Communications Angela GMA SVP for ETV Lilybeth G. Rasonable, GMA Chairman and CEO J a v i e r- C r u z , GMA Senior Atty. Felipe L. Gozon, Regine Velasquez, Cacai Mitra

Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi Santiago-Lara, GMA Assistant Vice President for Drama Productions Cheryl Ching-Sy, GMA Assistant Vice President for Talk, Variety, Musical and Specials Darling de Jesus, Program Managers for ETV Ruth Mariñas and Mae Zambrano and Regine’s manager Cacai Mitra. During the contract signing attended by the network’s top executives, Regine said she is very happy to renew

her contract with GMA 7 which has been her home network for almost two decades, “I am happy na dito pa rin ako sa GMA. I’ve been working with the network for almost 20 years. I know practically all the people, the bosses…I’m very grateful na hindi nila ako masyadong pine-pressure. They’ve been very good to me. For four years, I was given time to be with my son. I was given a very relaxed schedule which I really, really appreciate. Ngayong taon pa lang ako ulit magfu-full blast na magtatrabaho. I’m also excited to go back to work.” “What I like about working with GMA is they let my creativity come out. And as an artist being in the business for a long time, minsan mahirap na sina-shut off ka. Sila, they give me the opportunity to be involved, to be heard kung maganda naman ang suggestion, they make sure it is incorporated. In all the projects that I’ve done in GMA, I’ve always been involved,” adds Regine. Atty. Gozon has nothing but praises for Regine and he is very grateful with Regine’s renewal of contract, “We are also loyal to her. We are glad that she chose us.” Rasonable said they are very pleased that Regine continues to affirm her loyalty to GMA as the network has already lined up two new shows for her this year, “As Atty. Gozon also said, we have been loyal to her and its very gratifying na nasusuklian ‘yon kasi she remains to be loyal to GMA and to us. For this year, she has her calendar full. She will continue with Sarap Diva. We are giving her a soap, we are already talking with her. And there’s another one, a once a week show. You’ll see her singing and making people laugh. So, we are excited about that.”

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Kuya Germs, home for his last parade

galaxy of the brightest and biggest stars, TV personalities and media executives gathered together last January 13 at GMA Network to pay their last respects to the Master Showman German “Kuya Germs” Moreno and honor his life of love, loyalty, and passion. Hosted by Dingdong Dantes and Jean Garcia, the necrological service for Kuya Germs was overwhelming with memories and fondness for the beloved showbiz icon. From his humble beginnings as a janitor in Clover Theatre, to his thriving career in Sampaguita Pictures, up to his ground-breaking variety shows in GMA including Germside, Germspesyal, GMA Supershow, That’s En-

GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon. tertainment and Walang Tulugan with the Master Showman, Kuya Germs became

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the industry’s star builder extraordinaire because of his hard work, integrity, perseverance, and most of all, love for his craft. He was a well-loved pillar of the Philippine entertainment industry and throughout his highly-celebrated career, he was truly the epitome of a loyal Kapuso as he spent almost 5 decades of his showbiz life at his second home, GMA Network. imagine a broadcast network without Kuya Germs.…but I think Kuya Germs will appreciate more if we keep his legacy alive by loving and nurturing show business with all our hearts and all our minds and with utmost sincerity.” “Mahigit na 45 years si Kuya Germs Kuya Germs’ grandchildren Francheska, Gab, Jorell, Raffy dito sa Kapuso Network. And in most of my dealings with him, in It was graced by GMA Network my capacity as CEO, we were often guidChairman and Chief Executive Officer Fe- ed only by gentleman’s agreement. Kuya Dennis Trillo. lipe L. Gozon and his wife Mrs. Teresa M. Germs is not a man who needed writ- people will always be good-hearted and Gozon, former Congressman Gilberto M. ten contracts. I could not help but admire live up to their commitments. Kuya Germs Duavit Sr., GMA President and Chief Op- by how he was driven by trust; trust that was also all about loyalty. May mga unos erating Officer Gilberto R. Duman kaming pinagdaanan noon, hinangaan avit Jr., GMA Board Directors ko ang kanyang pagiging mapagkumbaba Joel G. Jimenez and Laura J. at ang kanyang likas na pagmamahal sa Westfall, GMA Films President GMA. His humility truly made him a perAnnette Gozon-Abrogar and son larger than life,” said Atty. Gozon. Executive Vice President and Proving as well how Kuya Germs Chief Financial Officer Felipe was man of humility and generosity were S. Yalong together with Kuya eulogies from his close friends including Germs’ family, friends, former Gilberto M. Duavit Sr., Joel G. Jimenez, colleagues in the media and the GMA Senior Vice President for EnterKapuso community and other tainment TV Lilybeth G. Rasonable, First Network officers. Vice President for Program Management Expressing his admiJose Mari Abacan, Marichu “Manay Ichu” ration and testifying to Kuya Maceda of Sampaguita Pictures, Manila Germs’ loyalty is Atty. Gozon, John Nite, Jackie Lou Blanco, Nino Muhlach and Gina Vice Mayor Isko Moreno, and Cecilio Pe“Speaking for myself, I cannotAlajar. Pls. turn to page 23.

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The Half Sisters airs final episode on January 18

he much-awaited ending of GMA 7’s longest-running and top-rating afternoon series The Half Sisters will air January 18 on GMA’s flagship international channel, GMA Pinoy TV. The series brought laughter and tears to audiences worldwide while dominating on its timeslot with high TV ratings. And due to the clamour of viewers, it was rewarded with several extensions and continues to remain at the top of its game for more than a year and eight months since it premiered last June 2014. With the series ending, Barbie Forteza, Thea Tolentino, Andre Paras and Jean Garcia share their most memorable scenes and what viewers can expect from the finale episode. For Barbie, who plays the role of Diana, she said she had a lot of unforgettable scenes but she will definitely treasure her trip to Japan with her co-stars since it was her first out-of-the-country experience For Thea, who portrays Ashley, her most memorable moment was when Jean Garcia slapped her many times for a crucial scene. “Siyempre yung sampal pa rin ni Ms. Jean Garcia. Yung apat na sunodsunod. ‘Yun talaga ang hindi ko makakalimutan dahil uminit ang pisngi ko noon siguro ng more than 1 hour [Of course, it’s still the slap from Ms. Jean Garcia. I received four in succession. That’s what I will never forget because my cheeks were hot for more than an hour afterwards],” she said. For Andre, he will definitely miss all his co-stars because they really got close with each other, “The most memorable scenes are the ones behind the camera because we get to bond with each other.” He

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also revealed that while doing the show he learned “to always be humble and to always be yourself.” And for the finale, viewers should “expect a happy ending from a sad story.” And for Jean, who plays Rina, she will never forget the episodes where her character became blind. “That was a first for me and talagang nung una nangapa ako

[at first I was still trying to get a feel of it] …I thought madali lang pero hindi pala [I thought it was easy but it wasn’t] … mahirap pero [it was hard but] I enjoyed it kasi [because] it was a different challenge for me as an actress.” And for the finale, Jean said viewers should “expect the most exciting, and heart-pounding ending! We gave all our energy, dedication and passion to The Half Sisters kaya isa rin siguro yan sa nagsustain sa amin para manatiling number one [maybe that’s also why we were able to sustain our number one status]. Hindi lamang kaming mga artista at director kundi lahat ng involved sa [It wasn’t just the artists and the director but also everyone involved in the] show gave their best! Kaya [That’s why] this is one show I will never forget.” Don’t miss the finale of The Half Sisters, under the direction of Mark Reyes, on January 18 only on GMA Pinoy TV.

Liza Soberano reveals the happiest surprise she got on her debut

by: Joan Leary

ctress Liza Soberano’s 18th birthday party last January 4 was a much talked about topic and her manager Ogie Diaz shared clips of what happened at her simple and intimate debut in Batangas. In the video, she first thanked everyone who organized the party. “Thank you so much guys for organizing this for me. I really didn’t want to party this big but thank you. I’m still grateful and I still appreciate it very much and I want to say thank you to all the fans that are here. I don’t want to say their names isa-isa kasi baka may makalimutan po ako but you guys know who you are,” she said. Liza also said that she was re-

ally happy to be with her siblings for her debut. “Thank you so much for all the h e l p and for bringi n g m y brothers a n d sis-

ter here. Thank you guys because that was the biggest surprise I had tonight.” In the second clip,

Liza gave her message to her father and to her brother Justin who was her only dance during the night. “Daddy, even though we fight a lot I love you and Justin thank you for dancing with me. I love you.” Liza added, “I always only wish for one thing it’s just that my wish that my whole family could be complete. That’s all.”

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Stories of fan love, joy, surprises rule TFC’s #OTWOLKapamilyaFansDay Con’t. from page 14.

The Ball)”, #JuiceColored Exclusive Picture with the Stars, Certified Otwolista Ka Ba?, Fan Time with Paulo and Kyla at the Charot Lang Olivar Family Jeepney and Golden Gate Photo Booths, respectively, Simon Says and Ikaw Na Leah Look-alike Contest. TFC also utilized real time video teasers on the large screen so fans could see where the stars are prior to the main show: in the dressing room, at the press con area, at the photo op booths. Every time these video updates are shown, fans scream in unbridled delight, excitement and anticipation. When the main show started, Kyla raised the energy level even higher with her Beyonce medley and a goosebump-inducing rendition of the show’s theme song as she let the fans sing the soaring chorus part. The dashing Avelino got many a heart throbbing when he serenaded the crowd and played Simon Says with a lucky lady from the audience. Then #Blakedine happened,

Alvarez, had an impromptu mini reunion with some of his high school friends – all children of navy men and women coming from the Bay Area, Sacramento, Las Vegas, San Diego and Japan – who happened to be OTWOL fans and attended the Fans Day. This is a true live experience of the love that shines from this TFCshow,” said Resurreccion. The Seattle Times columnist Larry Stone, explaining fan psychology in an article, hit the nail on the head when he wrote that studies show precisely that “the sense of goodwill, bonding and shared purpose that comes with being a fan has a ripple effect that can benefit all aspects of living.” In Stone’s interview with Murray State psychology behavior and fan behavior expert Daniel Wann, the latter explained: “If you are… fans, it’s pretty hard to feel lonely. It’s pretty hard to feel alienated…. People you’ve never seen before… are high-fiving you. There’s a sense of community and con-

From left, pure joy radiated from Nadine Lustre’s face when she finally met for the first time her 5-year-old American fan, Blake, from Chicago. Right, a video presentation showed the journey of Blake to meeting his idol who he lovingly calls, “Naddie”. With Blake are Gelo Barga of TFC and Blake’s Auntie Angel. (Photos by Jho Bule Photography and Jong Arcega Photography the #OTWOLFansDay that captured what Resurreccion explained, it was the surprise first face-to-face meeting between Lustre and a 5-year-old American boy named Blake from Chicago who was introduced to OTWOL by his Auntie Angel, a TFC subscriber and JaDine follower. For several months, Auntie Angel captured Blake’s reactions and comments on watching OTWOL (with English subtitles on TFC) and his profession of love From left, contestants of “Certified OTWOLista Ka Ba?. Center, ABS-CBN officers and FilAm media join Nadine Lustre and James Reid for Lustre, who he calls “Naddie”, posting in the press con. Right, the TFC Marketing Team shows the Olivar Family Jeepney Photo Booth. (Photos by Jong Arcega Photography, these on the Instagram account, Jadinefied. Jho Bule Photography and TFC US Facebook). pinos. Filipino content has crossed over and Immediately, the show’s fans started folbroken the barrier of language differences. followed by the thrilling solos and love du- nectedness that comes with it.” lowing the account, Blake became a viral A TFC Live Experience ets of Reid and Lustre, charming the audi- All these positive memories were sensation and #Blakedine (a portmanteau of Television is all about storytell- ence with their relaxed but palpable chem- captured by an attendee with account name Blake and Nadine) was born. ing. When something magical happens on istry on stage. The crowd was in stitches mmmarielc in a quote from Pulitzer Prize Last Sunday, TFC, Lustre and TV (that is, TV in whatever viewing plat- as they joined in the fun when Reid had winning novelist Edith Wharton: Auntie Angel conspired benevolently to form like TFC), viewers want to be part of to listen to the candidates personal pitches “One of the great things about surprise Blake with an onstage meeting in the story that they’ve seen and heard. Fans and select the winner of the Ikaw Na Leah travel is you find out how many good, kind person. The result was captured in video get invested because they receive so much Look-alike Contest. people there are.” and photos that exploded in real time on soemotionally by identifying with the stories More than this, the TFC Live Ex “She posted a shot with her, me cial media. and characters behind their favorite shows. perience spread beyond the four corners of and fellow OTWOL fans and expressed The happier consequence is that a TFC extended the magic of OT- the prestigious auditorium. how she felt about the whole experience budding friendship has developed between WOL from TV to real life by creating an “Believe it or not, fans who are with that quote. This is unscripted reality Lustre and her true-blue 5-year-old Ameri#OTWOLFansDay environment, ambi- strangers to each other offered their hotel television. And it shows what true love for can fan. The lasting impact is that TFC’s ence and schedule of activities. The games rooms to fellow JaDine fans who didn’t have a customer and fans is – they become our firm decision to put English subtitles in were named after OTWOL characters, a place to sleep in prior to event day. Fellow own extensions. We at TFC become them, almost all of its programs proved effective catchphrases, buzzwords and social media fans offered rides from and to the airports they become us. We become one,” conin connecting to the non-Tagalog speaking hashtags, like “Achieve Mo ‘Yan (Shoot for those who flew in. Kyla’s husband, Rich cludes Resurreccion. Filipino American generations and non-Fili-

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