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Lea Very Furious on Twitter Asked for her reaction to Salonga’s outburst on Twitter, Geronimo backed her fellow coach, noting that taping for the canned episodes of “The Voice of the Philippines” took long nights and hard work. “Si Ms. Lea kasi is very outspoken. Talagang sasabihin niya talaga kung ano ‘yung sasabihin niyang tama, and she has all the right naman, ‘di ba. Coach siya atsaka pinagpaguran namin ‘yan lahat, ng mga artists, ‘di ba,” she said. Co-hosted by Toni Gonzaga and Luis Manzano with Alex Gonzaga and Robi Domingo as V-Reporters, “The Voice of the Philippines” airs Saturdays at 8:45 p.m. and on Sundays at 8:30 p.m. in ABS-CBN.
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philippine showbiz news Raymart and Claudine Custody Battle Coming to a Close It has been more than a year since the Claudine’s case against enstranged husband, Raymart was requested in court. The actress filed the request for Temporary Protection Order (TPO) on July 2013. The welfare of the children is the couple’s main concern.
Former couple Claudine Barretto and Raymart Santiago, hopefully, may face each other in court for the last time. Atty. Ferdinand Topacio, on an interview, reveals that Raymart and Claudine’s case is coming to an end. Both parties have already submitted their evidences and have already presented it to court. “Anytime soon ay magkakaroon na ng desisyon yun regarding dun sa custody at saka dun sa PPO.” The lawyer cannot elaborate further because of a gag order by the court. Topacio also says, “Ang sa akin lang, kapag matapos na ang kasong ito, si Claudine can put things behind her at mag-concentrate dun sa comeback niya.” “And hopefully, kapag matapos na yung case at lumabas na yung totoo, ay malaman na ng mga tao na yung naririnig nila about Claudine ay hindi totoo—yung alleged drug addiction, yung may diperensiya siya psychologically.” After the court decision, Topacio says that Claudine will concentrate on her comeback.
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Santiago also alleged that he was a victim of domestic violence. In his complaint, the actor accused his wife of being mentally ill and having a history of drug abuse, claims backed by the actress’ estranged siblings Gretchen, Marjorie, and JJ. Both Barretto and Santiago have repeatedly mentioned the welfare of their children in explaining why they took the spat to court, and why they are seeking sole custody of the kids. www.filipinostarmagazine.com
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Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo Keeps Everyone Guessing
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ctor Daniel Padilla and love team partner Kathryn Bernardo leaves everybody wondering if the chemistry between them stems from being a real couple. When asked, both say that they are still not on that relationship stage.
Filipino STAR gathered their relationship milestones. April 2012 Princess And I – the TV soap that launched Kathryn at Daniel as love team partners. On the same year, both teenagers were asked if their reel partnership is already real? 6
“Friends lang po kami. Masaya po kaming magkaibigan” denies, Daniel in several interviews to the press. “Tingnan po natin kapag legal na po tayo.” says, Daniel. March 26, 2014 On Kathryn’s 18th birthday, she was escorted by her perennial leading man and real-life suitor, Daniel. He stayed close to her most of the night while Kathryn mingle with friends and family. Their followers waited for them to confirm that they are more than just work colleagues.
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naghatid sa amin, so nag-picture sila. “Siguro nung ginaganun yung face ko, na nasakto na na-block yung face ko, so ‘pag titingnan mo sa picture, mukha siguro siyang nagki-kiss.” Of course, the relationship is not one without controversy. The most recent the young actors had to go through was the leaking of an audio-video recording about Daniel.
The son of Karla Estrada at Rommel Padilla, mysteriously replied with “Huwag na muna sagot-sagot para hindi muna siya ma-pressure.” Daniel, also said, “Basta mag-enjoy lang siya, explore pa niya yung sarili niya, explore pa niya yung mga gusto niyang gawin. “Kasi kapag nagka-boyfriend ka na, marami ka nang puwedeng pagbawalan.” Despite denying rumors on their personal relationship, people see how naturally sweet the two are to each other evne off screen. April 30, 2014 At Daniel’s Dos Concert, the Teen King ang Queen were asked by the audience
to kiss each other. Daniel asks Kathryn: “Kiss mo raw ako! Pwede ba?” Without giving much time for her reply, Daniel kisses her on the cheek. May 2014 Daniel confirms on an interview that he is courting his charming She’s Dating the Gangster co-star. November 15 “Kissing Photo” of Kathryn at Daniel at the airport lobby in Canada circulated. Kathryn clears the issue by saying, “Mahilig si DJ [Daniel] na ginaganyan [pinipisil] ang mukha ko, inaasar niya kasi ang cheeks ko. “So, may mga tao kasi andun na www.filipinostarmagazine.com
Kathryn defends Daniel, “Kami, tinatawanan lang namin. Lalo pa siya [Daniel], wala naman ‘yang pakialam sa mga issues na ibabato. So, wala, okay lang.” December 7 After the special production number in ASAP for Kathryn’s debut album, Robi Domingo asked Kathryn and Daniel, “In the future, may possibility ba na maging kayong dalawa?” Both remained silent and looked at Robi, who segued his question to “I mean, may possibility ba na mag-duet kayong dalawa?” When Robi mentioned how Daniel was all-smiles on stage, Kathryn interjects with a quip, “Proud moment!” In that short segment in ASAP, the duo’s very close relationship is evident. In the coming year, Kathryn at Daniel will keep us guessing the real score between them in remake of the hit teleserye in early millennium, Pangako Sa’yo.
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im Chiu, who was once the other half of the popular Kimerald tandem, revealed that she doesn’t feel awkward working with her ex-boyfriend during a recent guest appearance on the morning show Kris TV.
as “mayabang, pogi.”
“Hindi, wala namang feelings involved. It’s just work.”
Kris then quipped, “E, di ba, yun naman ang type mo?”
During this particular episode, Kim appeared as a guest along with her current loveteam partner Xian Lim.
“Ate naman, e,” said Kim in response.
The topic of their past relationships came up when Kris and guest cohost Carmina Villarroel asked Kim and Xian if they are friends with their exes. Kim immediately pointed out that she has only one ex-boyfriend, referring to Gerald Anderson. She simply said, “Friends kami.” Xian also answered yes to the question, but did not give a name nor did he elaborate further. Kris then asked Xian if he is okay with Kim’s ex-boyfriend Gerald. “Okay lang sa iyo? And you work with him a lot,” Kris pointed out. Xian answered with a smile: “Yeah, wala sa akin.” Another question posed to the two of them, Are they the jealous type? Xian admitted, “Ako seloso. Kim selosa.” Kim and Xian were asked to participate in a compatibility test with the Kris and co-hosts. The questions ranged from their first impressions of each other to their ideal marrying age to the number of kids they would like to have in the future. Kim and Xian were both asked to recall their first impressions about each other. They wrote down their answers on a white board and then they would compare their answers. Xian wrote down his initial thoughts about Kim: “cute, kind and loving.” For her part, Kim considered Xian 8
Kris asked, why did Kim consider Xian as “mayabang”?
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The actress explained, “Kasi Inglisero.”
Kris pushed on: “E, di ba, yun ang trip mo?” Kim finally admitted: “Yeah.” What do they consider as their ideal marrying age? Xian is now 25 years old while Kim is 24 years old.
What qualities or habits would they want to change about each other?
Xian put down 40+ years old while Kim revealed that she would like to settle down when she reaches the age of 29.
Kim answered that Xian is “sometimes close-minded.” As for herself, she would want to change her trait of being “super vocal.”
Kim reacted, “Grabe naman, Xi! Hindi tayo magkikita.” Xian explained, “Gusto ko kasi settled na lahat. Nakakatakot kasi. May mga families kasi akong nakikita na they struggle.” How many babies would they like to have someday? Xian answered that Kim wanted 5+ but he noted that he himself wanted only one child since he himself is an only child. Kim also answered 5-6 kids. Would they live abroad for the one they love? Both of them answered that they are willing to relocate. Xian, who has a blue passport because of his dual citizenship, disclosed that he is thinking about returning to the United States. “Nababanggit ko kay Kim na I want to save up for a house abroad. I want to go back sa school abroad,” said the actor. Kim also believes: “Yung girl naman ang sumusunod sa guy.”
Xian answered, “Sana hindi na siya ma-affect sa social media (bashers and comments).” Has Xian ever told Kim that he loves her? Xian answered, “Nag ‘I love you’ na ako sa TV. Sa Binondo Girl, Sinabi ko ‘I love you so much, Jade.’ Sinabi ko sa Ina, Kapatid, Anak, ‘I love you so much, Celine.’” Through Twitter, a fan asked Kim: “Bakit hindi niya buksan totally ang puso niya kay Xian Lim? Bakit hindi na lang totohanin ang lahat?” Kim said in response, “Ako hindi ko naman sinasara ang heart ko and I’m very thankful na nandiyan si Xian sa akin...na dumating siya sa life ko. And the rest is history.” Are they ready to go beyond the special friendship that they have? For Kim, is Xian the type of man she wants to spend the rest of her life
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with? For Xian, is Kim the ‘one’? Kim quipped, “Pang-forever na itong usapan na ito.” Xian explained, “Gusto namin very solid ang foundation. If you guys know very well ang isa’t isa, nothing can go wrong. Hindi yung magkakagulatan na... “Si Kim, nung kakarating ko pa lang sa Pilipinas, nung nakita ko siya, [Naisip ko] ‘Grabe naman, sabi ko siya talaga ang ideal girl.’” Carmina Villarroel asked Xian what made him say that? Xian recalled, “She really looks like a loving person. Mukha talaga siyang nagmamahal na tao. Kitang-kita mo naman sa kanya, di ba, may mga tao na parang nambubully. Very dominant na girl.” Is it okay with Xian if Kim entertains suitors? Xian answered, “Yeah, seloso ako pero hindi ko naman control ang mga ganung bagay. Hindi ko naman pwede diktahan si Kim...hindi ko naman kontrolado kung anong mangyayari. Chill-chill lang dapat.”
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Jake Ejercito Finds New Love Moves on from Andi Eigenmann
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ndi Eigenmann is hurting after finding out Jake Ejercito has found his new love.
On December 5, Jake posted a photo of him with a non-showbiz girl who reports identify as KC Del Rosario. He took down the photo after it garnered negative feedback.
Meanwhile, Andi has expressed her hurt over the news through her Instagram and Twitter accounts. On her Twitter account, Andi released a statement which she later deleted. Andi said she’s “hurting so much.” A tweet also said that “I said my piece. I am most definitely hurting so much. And it kills me everyday to see how happy they are. But that’s their life.” “Everyday I deal with people judging me the wrong way telling me I’m this or that, but it’s also part of my beloved profession to deal with it,” “And suck it all up. On the other hand though, it isn’t theirs. So give them the peace of mind they deserve. They’re happy, let them be.” “Don’t worry guys, once I’m happy, I won’t forget to let the world know too.” “I have made my fair share of mistakes, I tried to move on too. Just because I failed, and I am hurting so much, it doesn’t mean that” “we should take away their happiness www.filipinostarmagazine.com
too. There’s always two sides to a story. As much as Jake hurt me, maybe I did too.” Andi later on asked her fans to stop bashing Jake and KC, who she said she has met before. “Let them be happy together. I used to know KC and she’s not a bad person. So if Jake sees that about her, let him.” “Maybe this just goes to show that we aren’t meant to be. As much as it’s hard, I’ll be fine.” “I just want to make it clear to everyone that I have nothing against KC and Jake being together. They’re happy. They’re moving on. Let them be” “Yes it hurts me. But one thing about Jake is that he’s not a public figure and he doesn’t deserve to be bashed this way. More so KC.” “Just because he’s happy now and has moved on with someone else, doesn’t make them bad people.” 9
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Meanwhile, more TV viewers will surely get more hooked in “Dream Dad” as Baste (Zanjoe) struggles to choose between the woman he loves the most and his family. ana Casandra Agoncillo first had us with her commercial stint with veteran actress, Marita Zobel in a McDonald’s commercial with the “Downtown” musical score. She was Lily, the youngest daughter of the Layers in Honesto. She played little Natalia in Ikaw Lamang.
The child actress and small-screen Daddy, Zanjoe Marudo quickly got TV viewers hooked as the pilot episode of ABS-CBN’s newest charming primetime drama series “Dream Dad” won national TV ratings. Based on data from Kantar Media on its first night, November 24, “Dream Dad” debuted as the number one TV program in the country with a national TV rating of 29%. It is 14 points higher compared to its rival program on GMA “More Than Words” (15.5%). The show’s success continues as its second episode last Tuesday (November 25) soared higher with a national TV rating of 30.5% or 15 points higher than competition (15.7%).
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Jake Cuenca No Regrets After Last Bench Show
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onths after the criticisms Jake Cuenca received from his performance at The Naked Truth: The Bench Denim and Underwear Fashion Show he has no plans on walking in his underwear again. After the show, Jake flew to New York and stayed in the city for more than a month that’s why the press couldn’t reach him then for a reaction on the flak he received from social media. The Naked Truth is the last time Jake as a Bench endorser will walk in his underwear. Jake reminds his bashers and haters, “Just spell my name right.
“Whatever news there, it was the loudest ovation of my life. Thank you so much sa lahat ng taong tumili sa akin noong Bench. “And to everyone who hated it, on Twitter, Instagram, and anything, well, thank you for spelling my name right. “At least you guys can talk about me, I really appreciate that.” Jake tells us that this was his swan song from modeling underwear ergo, he had to at least give the most daring piece a whirl. “Bago ko pa ginawa ang fashion show na yun, inannounce ko na this is my last prod. “And you know what, I have no regret.
“Yung audience participation naman noong gabing yun was amazing. “It is the largest one among the Bench fashion show that I did, even with finale and all that. “So, I wanna thank all the fans and everyone who went to the Bench fashion show. “And again, thank you to everyone who made the fashion show trend noong ini-air sa ABS-CBN. Thank you for making me trend.” Really? The stint last September was the last one? “I’ve done everything already. “Yung ginawa kong huling fashion show, how can you top that? Tell me how? “Tell me and probably I’ll do it.”
Jake laughed when somebody pointed out that he was wearing nothing at all! He says, “Anything more than that could be immoral and very inappropriate, so that’s it.” Jake is still very much a Bench endorser. “One thing naman, for sure, that’s my last fashion show but I’m not leaving Bench. “Bench is still my family. “I still owe Bench my career kasi kung hindi dahil sa Bench, baka wala ako sa kinatatayuan ko ngayon. “I’m not leaving Bench, it’s just my last underwear fashion show. But I can still do the fashion show, but not on my underwear.”
Jake Cuenca Hopes for Another Chance with Ex-Girlfriend
“I admit naman I’m not the perfect guy when it comes to relationships. Mahirap kasi malayo. I was away for more than a month. But we’re still friends and “I didn’t win. Nag-expect ako, so I was really disappointed kaya I I’m hoping she’ll give me another chance... Sana this will never expect again. Move on na lang tayo,” he said. Christmas, ‘di ba?” says, Nonetheless, the actor said he is excited to go back to work after Jake. taking up a one-month course on Method Acting in New York. Jake Cuenca admits to still having feelings for FilipinoAustralian model Chanel Olive Thomas and he admitted he “It gave me a deeper understanding of the craft of acting. One month lang ako roon and it went so fast. Parang back to basics is still hoping they could get back together. ang nangyari sa akin kasi kinakabahan ako uli,” he said. In a past interview, Cuenca said he considers his relationship with Thomas as something “for keeps.” “More than film and TV acting, they respect acting in theater, so I really want to try doing theater this year kasi iba talaga ang “Sobrang saya ko na nakilala ko ‘yung girlfriend ko. I response ng live audience. The experience is very inspirational for think this one’s for keeps. Super saya. Nag-e-enjoy ako sa me and also a confirmation na tama ‘yung personal thoughts and relationship kasi kapag walang taping, hindi taping ‘yung direction ko about acting,” he added. pinag-uusapan, hindi pelikula ‘yung pinag-uusapan,” he said at the time. Cuenca said he will try to take up more courses in New York if his schedule permits. A lot were surprised when Jake revealed on Twitter last month that he is “single again.” “Bitin nga, eh. Gusto ko pa sanang mag-aral kaso kailangan ko Jake also admitted that he got disappointed when his nang bumalik para magtrabaho. Baka next year, mas matagal performance in “Ikaw Lamang” was not recognized in the akong mag-aaral,” he said. recently concluded Star Awards for TV. 12
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Television • Best New Female TV Personality: Lyca Gairanod (Red Envelope/ Maalaala Mo Kaya/ABSCBN) • Best Gag Show: Goin’ Bulilit (ABS-CBN) • Best Comedy Show: Home Sweetie Home (ABS-CBN) • Best Comedy Actor: Sef Cadayona (Bubble Gang/ GMA) • Best Comedy Actress: Rufa Mae Quinto (Bubble Gang/GMA) • Best Variety Show: It’s Showtime (ABS-CBN)
Brother All In/ABS-CBN) • Best Public Service Program Host: Vicky Morales (Wish Ko Lang/GMA) • Best Game Show: Celebrity Bluff (GMA) • Best Game Show Host: Judy Anne Santos (Bet on Your Baby/ABS-CBN) • Best Talent Search Program: Celebrity Dance Battle (TV5) • Best Talent Search Program Host: Luis Manzano and Alex Gonzaga (The Voice Kids/ABS-CBN) • Best Youth-Oriented Program: LUV U (ABS-CBN) • Best Educational Program: Born Impact (GMA) and Matanglawin (ABS-CBN) • Best Educational Program Host: Kim Atienza (Matanglawin/ABS-CBN) • Best Celebrity Talk Show: Gandang Gabi Vice (ABSCBN) • Best Celebrity Talk Show
• Best Musical Variety Show: ASAP 19 (ABSCBN) • Best Male TV Host: Vice Ganda (It’s Showtime/ ABS-CBN) • Best Female TV Host: Toni Gonzaga (ASAP 19/ ABS-CBN) • Best Public Service Program: T3 Enforced (TV5) • Best Reality Show: It Takes GUTZ To Be A Gutierrez (TV5) • Best Reality Show Host: Toni Gonzaga, Bianca Gonzales, John Prats and Robi Domingo (Pinoy Big
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• Best Morning Show Host: Anthony Taberna, Jing Castañeda, Zen Hernandez, Ariel Ureta, Atom Araullo and Winnie Cordero (Umagang Kay Ganda/ABSCBN) • Best Public Affairs Program: The Bottomline (ABS-CBN) • Best Public Affairs Program Host: Boy Abunda (The Bottomline/ABS-CBN) • Best Showbiz-Oriented Talk Show: The Buzz (ABS-CBN) • Best Male Showbiz-Oriented Talk Show Host: Ricky Lo (Startalk/GMA) • Best Female ShowbizOriented Talk Show Host: Toni Gonzaga (The Buzz/ ABS-CBN) • Best Children Show: Tropang Pochi (GMA) • Best Children Show Host: Miggs Cuaderno, Kyle Danielle Ocampo, Sabrina Man, Miggy Jimenez, Lianne
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Valentino, Isabel Frial and Nomer Limatog (Tropang Pochi/GMA) Best Travel Show: Biyahe ni Drew (GMA News TV) Best Travel Show Host: Aga Muhlach (Pinoy Explorer/ TV5) Best Lifestyle Show: Gandang Ricky Reyes (GMA News TV) Best Lifestyle Show Host: Kris Aquino (Kris TV/ABSCBN) Ading Fernando Lifetime Achievement Awardee: Nova Villa Excellence in Broadcasting: Mike Enriquez German Moreno Power Tandem of the Year: Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla Star of the Night: Iñigo Pascual and Nadine Lustre Hall of Famer: Bubble Gang (GMA) 15
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Luis Manzano Aside from his stint as VJ for the music channel MYX, Manzano is host of the reality talent tilt, “The Voice of the Philippines.” “I’ve spoken to some Batangueños about it,” said Manzano, Santos’ son with TV host Edu Manzano. “I’ve even talked with my mom, dad and Tito Ralph. They never told me what to do, they merely listened.” Santos is married to Sen. Ralph Recto, with whom she has another son, Ryan Christian.
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ctor-TV host Luis Manzano, admits to being offered to run for two positions in Batangas where his mother, Vilma Santis-Recto is the current governor. Luis is still undecided if he will seek public office in 2016. “But if I did run,” says Luis, 33, “I’d have to focus on the campaign— which would be hard with my current schedule.”
The TV host said Santos and Recto didn’t even have to tell him the pros and cons. “I know what they deal with every day,” he pointed out. “For me, it is a form of giving back. Some politicians equate their position with money. They miss the whole point, which is to serve.” He said that his mother, a public servant for almost 20 years now, had to sacrifice a lot. “She used to earn so much more,” he stressed. “I believe that a self-made person is always a better candidate for public service than one who simply wants to make money in office.” Luis affirms that he still is not content
Undecided on Running for Public Post with what he has achieved. I’m still not happy with what I have; I want to give my future family a comfortable life… I don’t mind living simply, either. My dream, when I retire, is to live in a beach house and become a dive master. Angel Locsin, Luis current girlfriend, supports the actor in his decisions. “She’s very supportive. She was with me when I had a talk with my mom and Tito Ralph. People in Batangas jokingly call her my first lady.” If Luis enters politics and leaves entertainment it’ll be a huge pay cut for him. Angel will probably earn more than he does. “She already makes more than I do. A host is never given the same rate as a leading lady. It’s something that Angel has worked very hard for. I told her that, the way she has cared for her name, her brand, she deserves even more.” “Angel is scheduled to do “Darna” and another movie with my mom. I want her to maximize all these opportunities. If we get married, I want her to relax, even just for a year.”
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Joan Rivers Will Details Revealed
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oan Rivers died in a New York City hospital Sept. 4 at the age of 81.
The medical examiner’s office said it found no obvious medical error and that the manner of death was “therapeutic complication,” indicating that death is an accepted possibility of the procedure she was undergoing. Her daughter, Melissa Rivers, told ABC News, "We continue to be saddened by our tragic loss and grateful for the enormous outpouring of love and support from around the world. We have no further comment.” "My mother’s greatest joy in life was to make people laugh," she said in a
statement. "Although that is difficult to do right now, I know her final wish would be that we return to laughing soon." Details of the iconic comedian's will were revealed after it was filed in Manhattan Surrogate's Court and, not surprisingly, Rivers earmarked a portion of her fortune—estimated by some to be as much as $150 million—to a number of charitable causes, including the New York-based God's Love We Deliver. Rivers competed (and won) The Celebrity Apprentice for the nonprofit, which prepares and delivers meals to people in need who are too ill and infirm to leave the house or buy the necessary ingredients for a nutritious meal. According to a copy of the will obtained by Page Six, Joan's will also included money for California's Guide Dogs for the Blind, the Jewish Guild for the Blind in Manhattan, the Simon Wiesenthal Center, the Jewish Home and Hospital Federation of Manhattan and The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Melissa Rivers was named an executor of her mom's estate and given "the broadest and most absolute permissable direction" over the late entertainer's fortune. Joan left Melissa all over her tangible property and beneficiaries including grandson Cooper, niece Caroline Waxler and nephew Andrew Waxler were provided for via a blind trust. She also left sums to her publicist Scott Currie and assistants Jocelyn Pickett and Sabrina Lott Miller, but no specific inheritance
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amounts were mentioned in the will. Brief mention is made in the will of possible litigation against the Yorkville Endoscopy Clinic, where Joan had an upper-gastric endoscopy and a laryngoscopy when she suffered cardiac arrest on Aug. 28. She died Sept. 4 after being taken off life support. The clinic was cited for a number of infractions in a report released last month by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, including failing to properly monitor Joan's vital signs. Melissa's attorneys said in a statement that she was "terribly disappointed" by the findings and understandably "outraged by the misconduct and mismanagement now shown to have occurred before, during and after the procedure." Joan's legacy lives on, however, the author and comedienne now nominated posthumously for a Grammy, Best Spoken Word Performance for the audiobook of her latest memoir,Diary of a Mad Diva. "I am beyond excited for my mother! @theGRAMMYS Best Spoken Word nominee @Joan_Rivers," Melissa tweeted upon hearing the news.
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Eddie Redmayne’s Portrayal of Hawking is His Own heard it was breathtaking. I knew myself well enough to know that if I watched it I'd try to steal little bits." Redmayne, 32, plays Stephen Hawking in The Theory of Everything.
While he was making his own film about the famous physicist, Eddie Redmayne has said he decided not watch Benedict Cumberbatch's 2004 portrayal of Stephen Hawking. "I thought long and hard about it, " Redmayne said. "I
The film follows the professor's life at Cambridge University in the early 1960s, when he meets his first wife Jane Wilde, played by Felicity Jones, and is diagnosed with motor neuron disease and given two years to live. Redmayne's friend Cumberbatch played the scientist in BBC TV film Hawking in 2004, for which he received a Bafta nomination for best actor. Redmayne, whose own portrayal is being tipped for
an Oscar nomination next month, said he has yet to see his friend, Cumberbatch's film, but that he planned to watch it soon. He added that they had recently discussed about what it was like for them to meet the real Stephen Hawking, who is now 72. Redmayne first met Hawking at the scientist's Cambridge home last year, just a few days before he started shooting The Theory of Everything. The actor had already started four months of research which included meeting people with motor neuron disease. "He'd gone from icon to idol status in my mind by this point," the actor said. "He has a real force of
charisma and humor and incisive wit and a sense of mischief. I describe him as a lord of misrule. Even though it's difficult for him to communicate he's absolutely in charge of a room." Redmayne said that they exchanged "maybe eight or nine sentences" in three hours because Hawking communicates by using a muscle near his eye to pick out letters on a screen. The actor said he'd pointed out that they both had birthdays close to each other in January and they were both Capricorns. "[Stephen] looked at me and then he looked at his screen and spent about 10 minutes responding. And then in his iconic voice he said: 'I am an astonomer, not an astrologer.'"
Ryan Gosling Performs Stunts with No Double for Nice Guys
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yan Gosling was seen performing dangerous looking stunts for his upcoming film Nice Guys. The new dad shot an action scene in which his character, a private investigator, lands on the hood of a moving car, then slides off of it and tackles a guy running in front. The actor was also sporting a bloody bandage on his hand. In The Nice Guys, is set in Los Angeles in the 1970s, Gosling plays a private investigator that looks into the mysterious death of a fading porn star. The movie is set for release in 2016. Gosling’s character is clad in an amazing a tan-colored suit jacket and pants and a bright blue, pinstriped shirt and replete with ‘70s-style mustache plus soul patch!—The movie also stars Kim Basinger, Russel Crowe and Matt Bomer.
Gosling insisted that he does have a stunt double that the producers had to call an insurance company to make sure he would be covered. He wasn’t asked to perform the stunts himself. And here are some cool inside production secrets: Not only was Gosling wearing protective padding underneath his suit, but the car that he jumped on was actually built to drop and precompress to absorb hits, so that the actor did not have to bear the brunt of the fall, the witness added. And, as you probably guessed, his bandage and blood are both fake. The Nice Guys began production in October, more than a month after Gosling and girlfriend and actress Eva Mendes, 40, welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Esmeralda. www.filipinostarmagazine.com
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Aiza and Liza Nuptials in U.S. their relationship ended when Liza left for the US. When Liza came back to the Philippines recently, their relationship continued again. And it started with Liza texting Aiza first. “I just texted, sabi ko, I’m here in Manila. She replied agad, yung pagkikita namin wouldn’t be that special if dun pa lang sa texting namin sa isa’t isa, she was already.. nire-recall niya yung mga parang mga nangyari samin in the past. Nagso-sorry siya, ako rin, tapos nagkita kami January 8 sa Chololate Kiss sa UP,” Liza said. The teenager also narrated that Aiza first talked their parents and they themselves became witnesses of the engagement. Last Friday, Aiza proposed to Liza in the middle of a play at the University of the Philippines (UP) Diliman after their 1-year of being together.
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iza Seguerra revealed that she is getting married with her girlfriend Liza Diño on January 8, 2015.
According to Aiza, the venue will be in California, USA, because Liza is
a permanent resident of the state already, aside from the fact that it will be legal and that same sex marriage is permitted there. It was found out that the two met when they were still students, but
Among the attendees are the Atayde family (Sylvia Sanchez, husband Art with children Ria and Arjo), who flew in the States early December. Liza relays that she and her partner are very hands on the details of their wedding. “Basta kami, we’re very specific with what we want. Si ‘Groomsy’ na ang tawag ko sa kanya [Aiza], siya kasi yung partikular, e. The wedding motif will be mostly earth tones. “Earth tones, pero siyempre I love the flamingo. That’s one of the things I’m very passionate about. That’s also one thing that describes us both so may touch of red.” The engagement ring Aiza gave to her girlfriend, according to some, cost around P750,000. “I never experienced being proposed to. I never experienced going down the aisle na talagang buong pamilya. I got married in Las Vegas, so talagang it was very different” says, Liza.
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Tom Rodriguez and Carla Abellana Are Just Very Good Friends
namin nakikilala ang isa’t isa, lalo na her family. “Kaya nga, I’m very happy and I’m very blessed.” Tom doesn’t want to give any comment on the issue between Carla and her ex-boyfriend Geoff Eigenmann. “I have nothing to do with that. Labas ako sa kung anuman meron doon and I can’t comment on that.” Are you and Carla just saying you aren’t in a relationship? “No, not at all,” presses Tom. What does he has to say on Rey “PJ” Abellana’s (Carla’s Father) comment on him being a great guy?
“We’re still really getting to know each other better and better every day.” says Tom Rodriguez in an interview about the status of his relationship with actress Carla Abellana. It has been a long time that Tom has been saying that he is still “getting-to-know” Carla, hasn’t the status changed in a more deeper and meaningful level? Thr Kapuso actor replied, “Yung friendship naman namin is always growing, e. “Like what I’ve said, I don’t like putting statuses. I
He says, “Thank you so much. And he’s just an awesome guy. “I met him one time lang doon sa taping namin ng Don’t Lose The Money and he’s a nice guy. “Ako yung kinakabahan at ninerbiyos doon, siyempre. “But he was so nice and he was cordial, he was accommodating, and I’m very, very thankful for that.” Does Tom think Rey approves him for Carla? “Hindi ako yung makakacomment sa ganun. “Ang masasabi ko lang, they’re very nice, they’re very kind towards me and I really enjoyed their company.”
don’t like putting any box. “Napakalumang pagtingin na ikakahon mo yung ganun, lalo na sa industriya natin. It’s better to have the organic. “Katulad nga ng sinasabi ko, hindi mo bigyan ng expectations, hindi mo bigyan ng label, ng kahon. “Just enjoy what it is and unfold on its own. “Ako, ang masasabi ko lang, I’m very, very happy, I’m very, very lucky, and I’m blessed to have her in my life as a very dear friend, a very supportive person. “Ngayon, mas lalo pa www.filipinostarmagazine.com
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Alex Gonzaga is the New Inday Bote I n a recent teaser in ABS-CBN reveals the gregarious Alex Gonzaga as the millennial’s Inday Bote.
Inday Bote began as a popular komik novel by Pablo S. Gomez. It follows the story of a poor young woman who is maltreated by her stepfamily and is forced to work collecting used bottles for cash. In one of the bottles, she finds dwarves trapped by an evil queen. In exchange for freedom, the dwarves promise Inday Bote protection and wishes. Inday Bote was initially made into a film in 1985 which was top billed by Diamond Star, Maricel Soriano, William Martinez and Richard Gomez. Alex said there is pressure for her to live up to the expectations of the network and audience. “May pressure pero hindi ko na lang iniisip yun kasi ang hirap nun dahil ang original talaga ay si Ms. Maricel, Diamond Star, kaya pag iisipin mo yun, forever ka na lang mapepressure,” she said. Also part of the comedy series are Kian Cipriano and Cebuano actor Matteo Guidicelli. “Story conference pa lang, sobrang saya na kaya I’m very excited talaga. 24 24
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Yung story ng ‘Inday Bote’ is very light and masaya siyang gawin,” she said.
Meanwhile, Alex is part of the 2014 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) official entry “The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin” starring Tom Rodriguez, Richard Yap and comedian Vice Ganda. The young actress said it’s a dream come true to work with Vice and director Wenn Deramas. “Ako talaga gusto kong makasama si Vice and si Direk Wenn sa pelikula. Nakakatuwa na kasama ako sa project na ito at nakatrabaho ko yung buong cast. Sobrang thankful ako kay Lord, sa ABS-CBN and kay Direk Wenn,” she said. “The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin” and other MMFF entries will grace the big screen starting Christmas Day, December 25.
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deCEMBER HOROSCOPE ASTROTWINS, ASTROLOGY FORECAST After December 15th 2014 it’s possible that you make an important decision or tackle a situation or that something inevitable happens to you, beyond your control. Starting now, success will come through collaborations and social or sentimental relationships. Your superiors will be benevolent and chance will be by your side. Try to avoid risks and excesses, especially during the Holidays.
In the middle of the winter, December 2014 will be a hot month for Leos! It will be a large-scale display of forces, which will result in important events. Emotions will be extremely strong and their strength will lead to moving love stories, crazy gestures and dramatic fits rather than to peace and harmony. You’ll have plenty of energy and your morale will be so high that it will almost reach the sky.
Chance might take you by surprise. Anyway, keep an open eye, because there will be opportunities to wait for: don’t miss them! Even more than this: you could reach out to good luck by taking the initiative of a project or of a change you have been dreaming of for some time. There will be glory and bright prospects in store for you, but as regards money you’d better stay cautious.
If your couple life has been marked by difficult moments, austerity or important events, it is now time to check the balance, draw the conclusions and identify the lessons you need to learn. You’ll have chance on your side with the people at a distance, with team projects or studies. Ambition and initiative will intensify in the second part of the month. You’ll need to relax. For Taureans, the most recommended relaxation activities are the ones connected to home, family, the earth and nature.
The whole month of December 2014 will have sentimental potential, but the second part of the month will be particularly favorable to sex and passion. All this under the sign of privacy. It seems that in December 2014 Virgos will not be keen on recognition. Rather than be in the center of attention, you’ll prefer to mind your own daily business.
December will be an ambitious month for Capricorn at the career level. You’d better have more rest, avoid stress and exhaustion. No matter how busy your schedule is, make sure you take short breaks to relax! If something seems to go wrong, you should see a doctor immediately and follow their recommendations.
It will be an exceptional configuration, which promises Geminians good luck with love, fulfillment, positive development in their current relationship, or events that can lead to the birth of a new love. You’ll meet people with whom you’ll be able to accomplish special things in the future or who might support you in what you do and in reaching the objectives you have set for yourself. You’ll find it easy to communicate, to integrate in groups, and the others will be by your side and will support you.
Libra’s sexual instinct will be stimulated, you’ll have lively, more direct romantic tendencies. You’ll be on fire at the slightest suggestion and you wouldn’t say no to a new love. Communication and socialization will play an essential role in Libra’s relationships all throughout December 2014. You’ll do an excellent job when it comes to writing, editing, translating or calculating and you’ll be successful in negotiations, presentations, promotions, launches, sales.
There will be favorable circumstances for shared love, for the appearance of a new affair, a proposal to make the relationship official, a common accomplishment or, in some cases, for a remarkable success of your partner’s. The last weeks of 2014 will be dynamic and productive for Aquarians. You’ll be ambitious and competitive, you’ll have new initiatives, you’ll be successful with your intellectual work and fortunate with contracts, collaborations and associations.
New romantic enthusiasm will be born. You’ll need affection even more, your partner will become the center of the universe, and in your turn you’ll become the top of their priorities. You’ll continuously be in action, just like any hard-working person full of responsibilities. You will be efficient and anything you’ll lay your hands on will be solved easily, fast and faultless. Treat any loans, investments or important acquisitions with caution!
At last, you’ll relax, you’ll regain your appetite for life, suspicion and reserve will go down, and the others will find you more pleasant, more sociable, more tempting. A phase of material responsibilities will begin though, meant to teach Scorpios what wise management of money and financial strategy mean. It will be a good period for medical check-ups and tests.
You’ll have big expectations of your partner or hold an attraction for people that will stand out by their good positions or special qualities. You’ll have two weak points: the tendency towards excesses and the tendency towards risks. If you succeed in imposing a more disciplined and more prudent lifestyle to yourself, you won’ have any problems. Caution, especially during the winter holidays!
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Nicky, a certified financial planner, donates $5,000 to the Filipino Seniors Club of B.C. from her prize awarded to her by the Financial Planning Standards Council. The donation was given at the FilSen Club of B.C. Christmas party at the Vancouver Alpen Club. We are proud of you Nicky! Mabuhay ka!
LBC Express hands over the keys of a brand new Toyota Corolla to B.C’s second lucky winner Ms. Heide Macatangay (4th from the left) and her daughter (3rd from the left). LBC ran their Smile and Drive promo in 2014 handing out a total of 9 brand new cars throughout North America. The presentation ceremony was held at Toyota Peach Arch on November 29th, 2014.
Yolly Tancianco of Coffee King Plus (centre) celebrates her birthday bash at her home. This was a joint celebration held together with Narima dela Cruz (right of Yolly) and her campaign team. In attendance were common friends and supporters.
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Happenings Around tOWN
The organizers and supporters of the appreciation and anniversary party of the Typhoon Haiyan fundraising drive. The event was held at Studio 7 in Surrey with gracious host Sukhi Bath (top row, 4th from the left).
Opening the show was 11 year old Ethan David, PNT monthly finals champion. Here, Ethan sings a duet with his mother Lady Maridel while his 2 year old brother dances to the beat.
Event organizers Nellie Vandt (Left) and Papa Bear (Centre) and good friend Nelly Smith (Right)
Papa Bear with DJ Rolly Salazar
Party organizer Nellie Vandt (centre) with hosts and entertainers (L-R) Anjela Bianca Gerardo, JJ Wonderboy Cepeda, Jessica Zraly and Vanessa Marie Hillman.
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This program focuses on the aspects of collision damage repair and damage estimating by using interactive media, industry standard software and hands on experience.
Fast Facts
More than 55% of positions in a dealership pay over $50,000 a annually.
DISPATCH & TRANSPORT OPERATIONS. COMPLIANCE & SAFETY SPECIALIST.
The auto industry employs over 600,000 people in Canada. Average wages for Auto Trades are $25-$50 per hour.
Tel No. 604.635.2228 30
WWW.AUTOTRAININGCENTRE.COM 12160 - 88th Avenue, Surrey, B.C. www.filipinostarmagazine.com
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Fast Facts
Scott Road
These programs will prepare you for a seamless and fast tracked entry into the transportation industry.
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For inquiries, call (778)996-1118 Ask for Robbie
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0% Down Payment . Same Day Credit Approval No Credit? Bad Credit? No Problem! . We accept trade-ins LUXURY DREAM CARS
2013 Mercedes C250 Coupe
2013 Infiniti JX35
VANS AND TRUCKS
2014 Dodge Caravan SXT
2010 BMW X5 xDrive 35d
2010 Lexus RX350
Payments as low as $180 bi-weekly!
2011 Toyota Sienna LE
2011 GMC Sierra 1500
2010 Toyota Highlander
Payments as low as $150 bi-weekly!
SEDANS
2010 Nissan Altima Hybrid
Payments as low as $280 bi-weekly!
2012 Honda Civic LX
2010 Toyota Camry LE
2009 BMW 323i
12375 King George Blvd. Surrey, B.C. (Katabi ng Turf Hotel) HARE MOTORS. WHERE EVERYONE’S APPROVED www.filipinostarmagazine.com
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Call toll-free 1-877-522-7268 23 Years in Business!
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Kababayan rates Flexible financing options No credit or bad credit? We can help you!
Warranties available on all vehicles
16315 Fraser Hwy Surrey, BC V4N 0G1
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! SPECIAL WINTER LINE UP
2013 Ford Escape SE 4WD
$25,700
2013 Dodge Caravan SE/SXT
$17,900
2013 Toyota Camry
$17,900
2010 Toyota Venza AWD
$21,900
2011 BMW 328i xDrive AWD
$24,900
2012 Toyota Corolla CE
$15,400
2009 Honda Ridgeline RTL 4WD 2009 Ford F-150 FX4 Crew Cab
$20,900
$22,500
2011 Honda Civic EX-L
$18,500
2011 Ford Explorer XLT FWD
$25,600
Ask for Gursh to get the best deal! Call 604-572-7880