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SHOWBIZ HIGHLIGHTS, LOWLIGHTS, AND SIDELIGHTS OF 2013 a PSYCHICS PREDICT 2014 FORTUNE OF CONTROVERSIAL COUPLES KRIS AQUINO REMAINS KAPAMILYA

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ANNE CURTIS IS “Dyesebel ” BILLY CRAWFORD a FINALLY ADMITS

COURTING COLEEN GARCIA

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H Charice’s mom explains it ALL! H Fame is just now not forever

- Lizza Soberano

H Angel Locsin Reveals Family’s

5 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

JESSIE MENDIOLA

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DANIEL & KATHRYN BELIEVE THAT 2013 WAS THEIR YEAR

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GUSTO KONG ENJOYIN ANG PAGIGING SINGLE!

COOL-OFF POST NI BEA AT ZANJOE!

approval of her confession about Luis Manzano H Ai-Ai may bagong pag-ibig na nga ba?

H Sana bukas pa ang kahapon -Bea Alonzo

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H 10,000 hours humakot ng awards H Kim Chiu explains walk out

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H Gretchen, titistigo laban kay

claudine!

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KAYANG MAKIPAG ONE-ON-ONE KAY BB GANDANGHARI

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FEBRUARY 2014 VOL. 4 NO. 8

Buzz Note

WHICH KAPAMILCYEASS TELESERYE PRIN ARE YOU?

If you are sexy and independent…

Then you can probably relate to Maria Mercedes Alegre-del Olmo the most. This simple girl proved that even if you come from the most humble beginnings, you can still reach your dreams if you are focused and determined. Maria Mercedes will fight for what she thinks is right and will do almost anything for love. But even if she is loved, she is not afraid to be alone because she is also a modern-day independent woman.

If you are loving and familyoriented…

Then you can probably relate to Maria Mercedes Alegre-del Olmo the most. This simple girl proved that even if you come from the most humble beginnings, you can still reach your dreams if you are focused and determined. Maria Mercedes will fight for what she thinks is right and will do almost anything for love. But even if she is loved, she is not afraid to be alone because she is also a modern-day independent woman.

If you are mysterious and passionate…

Then you can relate to Galema Castillo, daughter of legendary Filipino comic character Zuma. Although Galema inherited her father’s curse, she still chooses to side with what is good and remain loving and loyal to her family. She is also a good example of how it is okay to stand out and be different even if some people can’t understand and accept you for what you are. Galema wants to be loved, but will not compromise her true character just to please others. She will sacrifice her own priorities for the sake of her own family.

If you are wholesome and sweet…

Then you are probably an optimist like Chichay Tampipi of Got to Believe. The happygo-lucky teen is not all about fun as she also knows the value of hard work and respecting her parents. This kind of beauty knows that she doesn’t have to be materialistic in order to stand out from the crowd. Which is also why she is the apple of Joaquin Manansala’s eye. Chichay knows that at a young age, she should value her studies and family first but she is also a caring and loyal friend to the people around her.

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BY: KRISTHOFF CAGAPE

w o n k to d e e n u o y Things about

Ni: Kristhoff Cagape

JESSI MENDIOLA

3. She wants to be an action star.

. Matagal ko na Jessy wants to star in an action film. “I want to do action talaga ako na medyo naman niyo a nagaw Total ‘tong sinasabi talaga, gusto ko mag-action. kaya ko rin na na naman show to want I boyish naman ako dito sa Maria Mercedes, ,” she said. ganon ‘yung , tukan agsun tumakbo ng mabilis, na makipagsapakan, makip

2. Her long time dream is to become

a housewife.

“Isang pangarap ko na hanggang ngayon pang arap ko pa rin kahit artista na ako, ang maging ho usewife.

Gusto ko maging hous ewife. I would love to tak e care of my kids and cook for them,” she admitted.

But she’s not rushing thi ngs though. Jessy is wi lling to wait for the right time.

“Pero after 10 years pa siguro. 21 pa [lang] ako, ang dami ko pang pagdadaanan.

Siguro for me my ideal age ma ybe late 20s, mga 28 or 29, latest na siguro mga 32 or 33 mga ganon, pero for me you really can’t plan it. Pagdad ating, dadating,” she sai d.

and 1. Jessy loves to read bookros om. she has a mini-libraokrylovin er.herShe reads

Jessy is a huge bo e. "I like to read a lot in her spare tim . a library in my room novels a lot. I have on er M . in my room I have bookshelves ography, mahilig bi to au , akong history arimga buhay nila M akong magbasa ng e ey Hepburn, Jacki lyn Monroe, Aubr O.," she shared. s ading fiction storie She’s also fond of re ga m ay m os s. "Tap by popular author o Coelho, Nicholas ol Pa ni o ak ls nove o ba hindi nakabasa Sparks. Siyempre sin Grey. Tapos meron ng Fifty Shades of Games. Nakakatuwa din akong Hunger s ko they give me kasi ‘yung mga fan , don ako natutuwa books also as gift, ko n na ng iti tin ‘yan, lahat ina-arrange ko . ed lay re e xt ko,” sh kung ano ‘yung ne

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4. If she weren’t in showbiz, she might have enrolled in law school or become a writer.

Jessy said that she might have pursued a law had showbiz not come calling. “Maybe right now I would be studying in a regular school if I weren’t a celebrity. I will take up law.” Also, Jessy relayed how she was fond of writing when she was little. She might have become a writer as well. “When I was really, really young, I would write stories, I write poems, but now I don’t have time, I read na lang,” she stated.

5. She prioritizes her career more than anything at t he moment.

When asked if she wan

ts to have a love life at th is point, Jess y said that it is not her m ain that she wan priority. She remarked ts to focus o n her career first. “Sa ak in hindi pa siguro ako [maglo-love life] kasi nag si lang ako eh . Siguro sa ib sismula pa a kasi sila so brang haba na ng pinag daanan na n eh, sobrang il a dami na nil ang pinagtr bahuan eh, aso for me, I think for m marami pa e siguro akon g pagdadaa sa ngayon. nan Ang love life ko ngayon ay ang career k o,” she remar ked.

Jessy Mendiola is undeniably one of the hottest stars of today. Her beauty has captivated some of the top bachelors of this country, from Sam Milby to Jake Cuenca and even brothers Jeric and Jeron Teng. Her alluring appeal has kept viewers glued to their TV screens. But there is definitely more to her than meets the eye. Here are five things you need to know about Jess

THE BUZZ FEATURE NI: MAUREEN MARIE BELMONTE

’ Y P P A ‘H IS S O T N A S N JUDY AN G IN D N U O H S R O M U R ABOUT HER MARRIED LIFE

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“Deadma na, wala nang ganyang mga isyu. I’ve been hearing that… natatawa na lang kami,” the young superstar said.

NSTEAD of being peeved by rumors about her reportedly rocky marriage, Judy Ann Santos admitted she is actually happy that she remains relevant because of the intrigues.

According to rumors, Juday’s husband, Ryan Agoncillo, recently left their home and went back to the Agoncillo residence after fighting over an issue. “Wala, walang ganun at all,” Juday answered when asked about the rumor on the sidelines of the recently-concluded Kwento ng Pasko: Pag-asa at Pagbangon solidarity concert in Araneta Coliseum.

There have been many rumors, starting from Ryan’s supposed infidelity last January down to speculations of their annulment last April.

Yet amid these issues, the

couple has both been firm in saying that their four-year-old marriage is intact.”

But does these rumors affect their relationship in any way?

According to the Bet On Your Baby host, although they have no idea who is behind these rumors, they are, in a way, thankful that these people are doing what they’re doing because “Sabi nga nila, kung may issue eh di masaya. Ibig sabihin, naiisip pa rin kami ng mga tao, so carry lang.”

Meanwhile, the star is in high spirits that her first ever game show is rating very well in its timeslot. Juday admitted she had qualms about embarking on this new chapter in her career as a host with her even categorically saying that it’s not her strongest point.

“Sobrang thankful talaga ang lahat ng staff and crew

lalo naman ako. Sobrang thank you talaga na sinuportahan ng bonggang bongga ang Bet On Your Baby and pampagaang ng loob, pampawala muna ng problema. Pampawala ng bigat ng dibdib sa mga panahong ‘to.

Good vibes lang,” she supplied.

With Christmas drawing near, the TV host-actress shared that in unity with the other Filipinos who are remembering the ones who perished and survived the fury of typhoon Yolanda in the Visayas last month, they would keep their celebration at its simplest this year. “Christmas plans... it will be simpler, pero most definitely it would be just us. Sa bahay lang…” she said.

She added, “As always, we’ll have our Christmas mass na ginagawa namin sa bahay every year.”

T N A N G E R P T O N IS I D JO : LA IL V JOLO RE

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OLO REVILLA took to his official Twitter account to clear up rumors that he will soon be a father to Jodi Sta.

ter of hit soap Be Careful With My Heart being played by Jodi, is pregnant with Sir Chief ’s (played

by Richard Yap) child after recently having their

been a couple since his acting stint on the now defunct series My Binondo Girl which aired in 2011.

Jodi for her part had

jolorevilla @jolorevilla This is my first and final statement regarding Jodi's pregnancy issue. She is not pregnant and we are not yet married. What we have right now is something special and we want to keep it private because i love her so much. Kung sakaling tutuo man yan, kayo po unang unang makakaalam. Godbless. @jodiStaMaria

Maria’s second child. The actress has a son nicknamed Thirdy with her estranged husband Pampi Lacson.

The rumor came right on the heels of the announcement that Maya dela Rosa, the lead charac-

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honeymoon in Japan.

Jolo even added, “Kung sakaling totoo man ‘yan, kayo po unang unang makakaalam. Godbless.”

While the couple has been very quiet about their relationship, Jolo admitted that they have

been married to Pampi since 2005 until they decided to split sometime in March 2011. While Jodi has Thirdy, Jolo also has a son named Gabriel with Grace Adriano, the daughter of actress Rosanna Roces.

THE BUZZ FEATURE

REMAINS KAPAMILYA

NI: MAUREEN MARIE BELMONTE

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nding days of speculation online that she would leave her home network, Queen of All Media Kris Aquino has finally decided to renew her contract with ABS-CBN. This announcement was made by the A-Lister Kapamilya star through her Instagram account on January 6 by posting a photo of the ABS-CBN logo which held the caption of her explanation about what transpired and led her to her decision.

While she confirmed rumors that she indeed had talks with TV5's Manny Pangilinan in October and then last December 23, Kris clarified that she never had talks with GMA7.

"May I set the record straight? 1. I never met w/ any GMA officials but I am grateful to them for the generous coverage they gave My Little Bossings, primarily because of their longstanding partnership w/ Vic Sotto and the Eat Bulaga family," said the actress-producer.

Kris then reiterated that, despite speaking with TV5, her manager Deo Endrinal had also continued negotiating with the ABS-CBN bosses during the Christmas break.

The Kris TV host continued, “I am grateful to my ABS-CBN bosses, Sir Gabby [Lopez], Ma’am Charo [Santos-Concio] and Tita Cory [Vidanes] for the trust, value, and importance they have given me.”

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I have been with ABS-CBN for 18 years & like any other family we've had our ups and downs and sometimes unavoidable 'tampuhan' -- but we remain FAMILY. It is with much joy that I share with you that we have renewed my ABS-CBN contract.

--- Kris Aquino

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She then went on to thank her Kapamilya colleagues, her dear friend Boy Abunda and former ABS-CBN president Freddie M. Garcia.

Lastly, she thanked the fans who have supported her through the years.

"And the most important thank you is for all the Kapamilya viewers, thank you for watching me, enjoying me & making me part of your daily viewing. Because of your support I get to continue a job I love & I am also able to provide well for Kuya & Bimb... From my heart, MARAMING SALAMAT KAPAMILYA!!!" She ended.

Rumors of her speaking with other networks started last January 3 through her Instagram posts seemingly seeking for "guidance" while vacationing with her two sons in London.

Meanwhile, a lot of Kris' fans were visibly happy about the news that her post has now over 12,500 'likes' and 1,400 positive comments and counting as of this writing.

Enchong Dee is READYFOR LOVE FOR 2014 BY: KRISSA DONIDA

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AMAKAILAN sa Push.com.ph, ibinahagi ni Enchong Dee ang naging London tour nila ng ilang Star Magic Artists noong nakaraang taon na naging daan din para magkita sila ni Dominique Cojuangco, na anak ni Gretchen Barretto. Ipinasyal siya nito sa ilang lugar sa London kung saan nag-aaral ang dalaga. Aminado si Enchong na naging magandang daan yun para mas maging matalik silang magkaibigan.

“Oo, so ngayon ano na parang barkada na na matagal nang hindi nagkita so kwentuhan ng kwentuhan.

Ang tagal ganyan kasi from hapon to gabi kami magkasama.”

Marami tuloy ang nagtatanong kung may plano ba siyang ligawan si Dominique lalo pa at nagiging malapit sila ngayon sa isa’t isa.

“Friends lang. I am just happy na like six months ago we were total strangers from each other and now may addition na ako as friend.

Ayaw ko bahiran ang ganung mga bagay kasi I am happy that we are friends.”

Ngunit aminado si Enchong na magkaibigan man sila ngayon hindi niya ibinabalewala ang posibilidad na mahulog ng loob sa isa’t isa. Aniya, “We will just see what happens. I am single, she is single. But wala akong sinasabi at the moment sabi ko nga friends yun lang.”

Aminado din si Enchong na malaking bagay na malapit

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siya sa ina ni Dominique na si Gretchen. “Yeah she knows me so well. Nagkatrabaho kami so alam niya kung sino talaga si Enchong so wala na, hindi ko kailangan iexplain o ipakita o maglagay ng best foot forward para lang makilala niya.”

Medyo matagal na ring walang napabalitang bagong pag-ibig si Enchong kaya naman ngayong taong ito sa tanong na kung handa ba siya at bukas ba ang kanyang puso na umibig, “I am hoping, hoping na something will pop out.”

Dagdag pa niya, “For this year, definitely! We’ll see sana meron.”

At kung naghahanap ba siya o naghihintay para dito, ang agad niyang naging sagot, “Both!”

THE BUZZ FEATURE NI: MAUREEN MARIE BELMONTE

S OFF DAWN ZULUETACBKEG FILM FROM COMEBAGOM EZ WITH RICHARD “It’s a very nice project, actually.

I just felt that maybe perhaps, since it’s our comeback movie as a love team, I felt that perhaps, we’ll wait for another kind of material na lang. that’s the only reason,” she said.

“Mayroon kaming teleserye na gagawin ni Dawn tapos ‘yung movie namin ni Dawn, to follow. Iba itong project namin ni Gretchen.

Teleserye muna, mag-start na kami ni Dawn ng taping namin in the next few weeks,” he said.

SHAINA MAGDAYAO AND PIOLO PASCUAL REVEAL THEIR STATUS

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FTER Shaina Magdayao’s birthday celebration on ASAP last Sunday December 15, where Piolo Pascual joined her onstage, Philippine showbiz was abuzz with talk about the two. There have been rumors that the two are exclusively dating because they have been seen together on several occasions.

Shaina, however, denied this and said she doesn’t want to assume that it is anything but friendship. “Hindi po kami. Gano’n pa rin mabuting kaibigan pa rin siya sa akin. Actually, ayoko naman mag-assume sa pinapakita niya sa aking kabutihan, mahirap naman po yun and hindi ako ganong klaseng tao, but of course, (we’re) just very thankful sa friendship na binibigay niya sa akin.”

Despite talks of their closeness, Piolo explained that his son Inigo isn’t well acquainted with Shaina yet.

“They get to see each other, [they’re] acquaintances, pero wala talagang usap. Siyempre yung bata would like to spend more time with me.

Shaina’s movie with Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay is one of the most popular entries to the Metro Manila Film Festival this year.

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HE MUCH-AWAITED Richard Gomez and Dawn Zulueta comeback movie is not happening anytime soon.

This news was confirmed by Dawn herself during an interview on the sidelines of the recently-concluded Kwento ng Pasko: Pagasa at Pagbangon solidarity concert held at the Araneta Coliseum.

According to Dawn, CharDawn fans need to be a little more patient as she waits for a different script for their iconic love team’s comeback flick.

Although she saw it as a “very great story” Dawn maintained her stand on waiting for a new material. “It would have been a wonderful project.

It’s a wonderful cast, a great director. Pero parang siguro maghihintay na lang ako. Kung magiging comeback movie namin as a love team ni Richard, ibang material na lang,” stressed the former Bukas Na lang Kita Mamahalin star.

In an interview last November, Richard denied speculations that Dawn turned down their supposed comeback movie. He clarified that his project with Gretchen Barretto, John Lloyd Cruz, and Jessy Mendiola is different from what was supposed to be the CharDawn comeback film.

While their film is on hold for the time being, fans of their tandem can look forward to their upcoming family drama which is slated to air next year. “May bago tayong teleserye, ang title ay ‘You’re My Home.’ That’s going to be shown in the early part of the year.”

MAY BAGONG PAG-IBIG NGA BA SI MS. AI AI? Comedy box office queen Ai Ai delas Alas is not yet ready to open her heart for a new love following her failed marriage with estranged husband Jed Salang. This was what the Kung Fu Divas confessed during a taped interview aired on The Buzz on Sunday.

Despite this claim though, the public’s curiosity was piqued of late after a photo of the actress seemingly cozying with a foreigner, particularly a “Brazilian,” made rounds online, a subject which the actress just laughed at.

“Ano ba yang Brazilian na yan? Nakakatawa,” she quipped.

“Unang una hindi siya Brazilian. Ano siya Mexican-Hawaiian and friend ko yun. And boss yun,” she further clarified.

Ai Ai revealed that the said man whom she had a “selfie” with, the colloquial term for a self-portrait online, is the manager for international expansion of the new brand that she’s been endorsing and that he’s not courting her.

“So he’s a corporate friend,” she stressed adding that, she’s not yet ready to be in a relationship anew.

The actress-comedienne, who has had a tough year after marrying her then boyfriend Jed last April in Las Vegas and then separating just a couple of weeks later allegedly due to physical abuse, was positive in sharing that

things are better now in her life.

“Oo tapos na. Ang title na ngayon ng ginagawa natin ay moving forward,” she said brightly. While she cannot disclose much details about the legalities of her separation with Jed, Ai Ai noted that it is “okay” and that “yung divorce nalang.”

Meanwhile, according to a recent ABS-CBN News report, the 48-year-old Kapamilya star who’s known for her unbendable faith recently hosted a mass at Ayala Heights, Quezon City in honor of the Virgin Mary’s birthday last September 8. According to her the mass has been her “panata” for five years now.

“Ministry ko. Dito ako nilaan ni mama mary. Marami akong plano para sa mga babaeng naging kagaya ko. Sa mga batang wala namang pera para maituwid yung landas nila kailangan talaga ng tulong,” shared Ai Ai. After all that she’s been through lately, Ai Ai no longer wishes to find another man. Her lone wish though is for her three children who are currently in the US to be healthy, especially Niccolo who recently had a lung problem.

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THE BUZZ FEATURE KRISTHOFF CAGAPE

ANNE CURTIS IS “Dyesebel”

Anne Curtis is set to play the role of Dyesebel this 2014.

In an announcement made

by Dreamscape at the ABS-CBN compound this January 9, it has been revealed that the iconic role will be played by the actress.

The actress relayed that she is a fan of Dyesebel herself. "Actually pinanood ko lahat sila Ms. Vilma, si Charlene (Gonzales), si Ms. Alice Dixon, si Marian (Rivera), so mapasama lang don it's an honor, it's truly an honor. Gagawin ko naman lahat, mag-aral ng fin swimming, mag pa-sexy lalo, lahat gagawin ko para maging isa sa mga level ng Dyesebel.”

Anne learned that she will be playing the role yesterday after she arrived from Canada. “Actually

kakarating ko lang po galing Canada at nalaman ko lang kahapon (January 8), kahapon lang po sinabi sa akin at nagulat po ako, agad-agad ang presscon at announcement and it's overwhelming,” she shared.

After the controversy Anne was involved in the latter part of 2013, the actress also said she is very thankful that people continue to trust her with projects like this. She says she has left all negativities in her life in 2013 and she has learned a lot of valuable lessons from the incident.

Anne’s leading men in the teleserye will be Sam Milby and Gerald Anderson. Sam will be playing the role of a shokoy named Liro while Gerald will play Fredo, the human who falls for Dyesebel.

ANNE CURTIS THANKS THOSE WHO SUPPORTED HER DURING RECENT CONTROVERSY “Maraming, maraming salamat po sa lahat ng aking followers, sa lahat ng mga tagasubaybay, sa lahat ng mga madlang people, ups and downs, you guys have been there for me so maraming maraming salamat.”

This was Anne Curtis’s message for those who supported her in the controversy that she got involved in recently. Though 2013 didn’t end well for Anne, the actress is off to a good start this 2014 as she takes on the iconic role of Dyesebel.

“It’s a great way na umpisahan ko ang 2014 na ikaw si Dyesebel di ba? It does not happen everyday and it won’t happen everyday in your career so sobrang honored, sobrang it’s a dream come true, sobra akong nagpapasalamat na there are people that have faith in me, that trust me to become Dyesebel.”

The actress admitted that Dyesebel is one of her dream roles.

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“It’s another dream come true po. Sobra lang akong speechless kasi napakalaking project na ‘to at mahilera sa lahat ng naging Dyesebel.”

Even if she will be headlining a teleserye, Anne said she won’t be leaving her hosting gig on It’s Showtime. “If kayang pagsabayin kakayanin. Kung gusto mo naman ang isang bagay and you love what you do kakayanin.”

In an interview with the press during the Dyesebel announcement last January 9, she refused to further comment on the bar incident and remarked, “I’m leaving that in 2013 and 2014 I’m looking forward to being Dyesebel.” She also shared that her recent trip to Canada helped her de-stress and cope. “It was good na naka-relax, walang iniisip, snow, skiing, snow boarding, basta ‘yun po.”

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It's another dream come true po. Sobra lang akong speechless kasi napakalaking project na 'to at mahilera sa lahat ng naging Dyesebel, I’m sure at one point lahat kayo nag-interview sa akin at ng tinanong niyo kung ano ba ‘yung dream role ko sinabi ko naman Dyesebel. So ito na 2014, a great way to start the year na makuha ko ang isang dream Anne said.

TOP 5 ANNE CURTIS quotes

1. “Come on, naman. I’ve already had my fair share of wardrobe malfunction. So I think I’ve learned from that lesson.”

–February interview

Ironically, despite mentioning that she’s had her “fair share” of wardrobe malfunction (In 2010 Anne had a nip slip in Boracay), that didn’t deter her from being less than conscious for yet another wardrobe boo boo by donning the risqué black dress with sky high slit during her birthday performance on ASAP 18 last February which gave the illusion that she wasn’t wearing any underwear.

Recall that Anne’s revealing Boom Sason number inspired the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board to call on a probe on the musical variety show which even had 17 top ABS-CBN executives meeting with the department officials.

For what it’s worth, Anne after the whole dress ruckus, was quoted in a separate interview as saying that she’d be “more careful” in picking her clothes from that time on.

OF 2013

2. “I think it was the yummiest kiss, I have to say.”

–April interview

Why did this make the cut when it seemed so innocent?

Simple because this seemingly flirty line probably inspired a lot of envy among women as she described her intense kiss (or kisses for that matter) with her then No Other Woman hunk leading man Derek Ramsay.

Aside from revealing on the same interview that Derek actually wooed her in the past, she even dubbed her ex-boyfriend Sam Milby’s kiss as the “freshest.” Lucky Anne!

only because she’s one of the hosts of the aforementioned show’s direct rival.

Nevertheless, when asked to explain about it the Fil-Aussie actress expounded that what she meant was that she wanted for Showtime to last as long as Eat Bulaga, that’s been on air for two decades now and counting.

5. “Uy, hindi. Siya yata si Maja...

Majarot ka!”

–January Showtime episode

3. “Concert for the books.

Totally inspired. I want to become a better singer. Hahaha” –September Twitter post

From being a self-confessed singer to a sold-out concert performer, you’ve got to admit that Anne’s courage is admirable and inspiring at the same time. What’s more is that despite the criticisms about her singing prowess, the AnneBisyosa singer still continues to pursue her recording star dreams.

4. “We aim to be like Eat Bulaga” –February interview This seemed a little off coming from Anne

Anne was probably lucky that this quip of hers to her It’s Showtime co-host Vice Ganda didn’t land her some memes back in January, but it sure did earn the ire of Maja Salvador whose rift with her then bestfriend Kim Chiu came out in public around the same time.

Anne, of course, immediately apologized for this random swipe and everything as they say is history.

With the numerous memes that have gone viral online since the most-talked-about scandal of late, perhaps it’s safe to say that Anne Curtis’ rumored drunken bragging line to Phoemela Baranda “I can buy you, your friends, and this clubs” could rival as the most quotable quote of the year in showbiz.

But even before that horrible bar meltdown took place, the It’s Showtime host has actually had a couple of controversial, if not very interesting remarks, that could get you either shaking your head in disbelief, nodding in absolute agreement or laughing ever so lightly.

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in l o o c r e h s p e e k o t t e r Julia Bar e iv s n e f f o ly e iv s s e r the face of agg reen Marie Belmonte au M I N ‘Mirabella’ bashers

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OR someone who’s just about to be launched on Philippine TV through her first leading role, Julia Barretto

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is already getting more than her share of bashers this early in the process.

The tirade of anti-Julia bashers began early this month when Julia’s leading men in the series Mirabella were changed, from Kiko Estrada and Diego Loyzaga to Enrique Gil and Sam Concepcion.

Most of the criticisms are apparently from fans of Enrique’s love team with Julia Montes, collectively known as JulQuens. With some of them actively taking their disappointment over Enrique’s new onscreen partner on various social media platforms, the press, during the recently-concluded Kwento ng Pasko: Pag-asa at Pagbangon: The 2013 ABS-CBN Christmas Special solidarity concert held in Araneta Coliseum, asked Julia (Barretto) if she’s affected by the

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“Okay lang eh, normal naman ‘yon eh. I don’t mind. Hindi po [ako nahu-hurt],” she answered.

While many agree that fans are overreacting about the new love team, Julia said that, in a way, she understands that everything that she’s been experiencing is just part of being an artist.

“Hindi na ako na-a-affect diyan, hindi ako nahuhurt. First of all it’s normal na sa show business na magka-ganon [bashers].

Second of all, bakit ko papansinin ‘yon when there are so many supporters and people who are so excited for Mirabella? Mas binibigyan ko ng attention ‘yun,” she explained.

But does it add any pressure on her part to “create” chemistry with Enrique given that he came from a well-loved love team? “Wala naman sigurong pressure kasi actually the goal here talaga is for Mirabella to be successful and mataas

‘yung ratings and instead of feeling the pressure mas namo-motivate kami to do better and we’re so excited na mapanood ito kasi sobrang ganda talaga ng istorya,” she said.

How did she feel about this casting change?

“Okay lang naman sa akin ‘yung changes and I trust the management and their decision po nila ‘yon so I’ll just support it,” she stated while adding, “They know what’s best naman.”

With Christmas coming up in a few more days, the 16-year-old star who is part of the controversial Barretto family, shared that she would be going out-of-the-country with her family during the holidays.

Does she have any Christmas or New Year’s wish for herself or her family?

“Well actually marami ngang napagdaanan ang family pero it didn’t affect me so much. I didn’t let it affect my career. Well, for 2014 sana magkaayos na silang lahat. I mean, they’re family so I believe that everything will be okay again… eventually,” she said.

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LTHOUGH it’s been three weeks since his sold-out dance concert King of the Gil took place at the Araneta Coliseum, some fans of Enrique Gil seem to be taking quite a while to move on from it. Hordes of fans of his tandem with onscreen partner Julia Montes collectively known as JulQuens have aired their dismay over what happened in the show.

Julia, unlike the other guests at the concert, unfortunately wasn’t able to even say “hi” or thank her fans after her performance, an incident which reportedly earned the ire of the JulQuen fans that trooped to the Big Dome.

Knowing that many fans were disappointed, Enrique, in an interview during their grand fans day held by Cinema One and StarStudio Magazine in Trinoma on Monday, took the opportunity to finally clarify what really happened that night. “Yes, yes originally kasi ‘yung feel nung dance concert ang gusto sana namin is less talk and more of energy kasi ‘pag dance concert dapat mataas ang energy eh.

Hindi siya parang comedy concert na nag-uusap, na pwedeng mag-relax.

Siyempre ‘yung tao nakaupo [kaya] they need to feel ‘yung hype kahit nakaupo,” he started.

“Lahat ng guests ko may time talaga na mag-spiel.

Siyempre guest ko eh, kailangan naman [makapagsalita sila]. Ang problema kasi may ibang prods na dire-diretso ako [ang magpe-perform] na kailangan kong magpalit kasi may ibang prod like si Kathryn [Bernardo], dire-diretso hindi ako nagpalit no’n. Eh after Julia, LED ako eh. Puro ilaw kaya I had to change to my next costume kasi ako nanaman ang susunod. Eh puro ilaw ‘yun eh tsaka may battery kaya dapat tanggalin nung oras na ‘yun kaya tinanggal na ‘yung spiel ni Julia kasi mabilisan lang eh tapos ako kaagad ‘yung susunod,” said the 21-year-old actor-dancer.

Enrique underscored that there were actually other guests aside from Julia who also weren’t able to say

their spiels like Kim Chiu. “‘Yun ang problema. Eh wala talaga tayong magagawa kasi sila ang nagpapalit ng sequence,” he stated.

Enrique apologized to his fans, particularly those who expected the concert to be as perfect as possible. “Hindi naman natin mapi-please lahat. Ako, personally, gusto ko siyempre mag-hi ‘yung mga guests ko sa mga fans, pero hindi talaga nagawa eh so sorry,” he offered.

During a separate interview at the same event, Julia, who was also familiar with the criticisms of fans after the concert, stressed that no one is to blame for what happened. “Kung tutuusin wala naman talaga siya sa program na magsasalita and ang hassle rin naman kung magsasalita pa ako tapos may next prod siya na program,” Julia clarified.

She continued, “Walang dapat i-blame kasi alam ko na talaga ‘yon na from the start eh ganon talaga na no talkies.”

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g n u y n i y o j n e g n o Gusto k e l g n i s g n i g i pag I

N AN INTERVIEW with actress Nikki Gil, she shared that she wants to enjoy being single and devote herself to the things that she wasn’t able to experience when she was in a relationship.

“Gusto kong enjoyin ‘yung pagiging single kasi ano eh feeling ko ngayon ko pa lang siya nai-enjoy ng buong-buo kasi before I was school-work, after that work-jowa, so parang wala akong time to really push for things na gusto ko, kung ano ‘yung gusto kong mangyari sa buhay ko, so I want to enjoy 2014,” she said.

If time permits, Nikki revealed she plans to enroll in a short course on acting in New York or London next year. “If I have the time I would like to, not live abroad, maybe stay abroad for a few months, take short courses, maybe in acting and theater.

New York ang peg, New Yorker, or London or something, I don’t know basta all for the investment on my craft. I want to take it a notch higher and really invest in it because the key to longevity, you always need to seek for growth.”

As part of continually moving forward, Nikki remarked that she’s letting go of the bitterness in her past relationship and is focusing on what is in store for her in the future. “I’m very passive now in some certain things, nangyari eh, for sure siyempre nandon pa rin ‘yung ‘It’s unfair, bakit sa akin? Mabait naman akong tao, wala naman akong inaapakan, sinasaktan.’ May ganon but at the end of the day I think of sowing and reaping and becoming a good person and I’ve been kind, I deserve kindness may

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ganon. I’ve been loyal, I deserve loyalty. I’ve been honest, I deserve honesty.

I’ve been generous, I deserve generosity, ‘yung mga ganon.

To help me cope I look forward, I look ahead. I don’t look back kasi ano pang magagawa mo, aksaya lang ‘yan ng panahon.”

Nikki admitted that she had her moments of weakness, but she chose strength in dealing with the problems in her personal life. “A lot of eyes are on you because you are a public property so you want to show them something that they will be able to draw inspiration from.

Of course, I had my moments of weakness but it was something that I dealt with on my own behind closed doors and within the confines of my family.”

THE BUZZ FEATURE NI: RHEA MANILA SANTOS

At the grand presscon for Star Cinema’s initial offering for 2014 Bride for Rent held last January 7 at the Dolphy theater inside ABS-CBN, Kim Chiu declared that she was happy to just have a few

KIM CHIU ON FALLING IN LOVE AGAIN: ‘MEDYO NATATAKOT NA KASI AKO’ friends in showbiz and that her leading man Xian Lim was her closest friend in the industry at the moment. The Bride for Rent actress said she has learned form her past experiences and is more comfortable keeping her circle of friends to a minimum. This was assumed to be after her highly-publicized breakup with Gerald Anderson.

“After ng nangyari, parang ayaw ko ng mag-effort na makipagkaibigan, parang masaya na ako na nagtratrabaho ako and andiyan yung mga kapatid ko, pamilya ko, mga pamangkin ko. Parang masaya na ako dun. Ayoko ng mag-force ng boy na makipagkaibigan and medyo natatakot na kasi ako tapos si Xian siya yung nag-effort na makipagkaibigan. Parang sa family ko, kung saan andun yung comfort zone ko, siya yung lumalapit. Minsan dadating na lang siya sa ba-

hay namin, maghahatid lang siya ng merienda, pagkain, ganyan. Minsan tini-text niya yung mga kuya ko ng jokes.

So nag-ri-reach out siya,” she admitted.

When asked what the real score is between her and Xian, Kim candidly admitted, “We don’t owe you any of our personal lives siguro. You can think whatever you want to think as long as you’re happy when you watch us on TV, nakikita niyo kung papaano kami ma-in love, ganyan.

Yun na yun and lahat naman tayo meron tayong mga hindi dapat i-share. That is our choice.”

After hearing feedback form a member of the press that what she said could be taken as being secretive and aloof, the 24-year old actress clarified that she did not mean to sound selfish about details about her personal life. “Sabi ko naman utang

ko sa inyong lahat kung saan ako. Siyempre simulan na natin sa Big Brother hindi naman ako mananalo kung hindi dahil sa boto ng mga tao,. Utang ko sa inyo lahat ng success ko sa mga tao, dahil sa inyo kung ano yung narating ko. At saka yung buhay ko simula nung lumabas ako ng Big Brother open book na siya. Nagsimula pa sa Big Brother, alam nila kung saan ako nanggaling. May mga bagay na gusto kong i-share sa inyo at may mga bagay na gusto ko akin lang,” she explained.

Kim said she has matured both as a person and as an actress because of her reallife experiences. “Oo naman lahat tayo may matututunan tulad dito sa movie, lahat ng tao may kanya-kanyang role.

May nakikilala tayong tao na may matututunan tayong lesson, hindi siya basta tao na dadaan lang sa buhay mo na wala kang matututunan dun,” she shared.

SAM MILBY ADMITS HE HASN’T INTRODUCED JESSY MENDIOLA TO HIS PARENTS YET

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fter taking part in his first Metro Manila Film Fest entry last month, Sam Milby said he was satisfied with what his movie Kimmy Dora: Ang Kiyemeng Prequel was already able to accomplish. “We’re very, very happy sa mga reviews, yung comments and the fact also na kasama sa MMFF, that’s also a big thing and it’s doing really well. Iba naman kasi, wala kaming trailers na pinakita sa TV. It’s all through word-of-mouth, through social media so the fact that we’re still in the top four, we’re very happy with that. Ito ang pinakamadaming action na ginawa ko sa kahit anong project and it was more the training sa mga action scenes,” he said.

Sam said he attended public screenings of his movie just to see the reaction of his fans.

“Dalawang beses ko na napan-

uod actually. I wanted to be able to watch it more on Christmas day but yung lang yung araw na makasama ko yung pamilya ko. I was able to catch the last showing at Glorietta. Sobrang happy ako kasi iba naman kapag normal showing kesa sa nag-special screening kami. Ibang iba naman pag normal showing na punong-puno siya, it was sold out and nakita ko yung mga reactions nila. Siyempre masarap tumawa kapag holiday season.

Hindi rin nila alam nung mga tao na nandun kami ni Miss Eugene Domingo,” he recalled.

When asked if he was already able to introduce Jessy Mendiola (who he is rumored to be courting at the moment) to his family, Sam admitted he has not been able to take her to watch his movie or introduce her to his parents who are currently in town visiting from the United States.

“Hindi pa. Hindi pa nangyayari.

My parents are here. Kahit ako I haven’t been able to spend that much time with my family. May trabaho pa rin and they understand naman my work. It’s just nice lang na at least kahit sa pasko we get to spend time with each other,” he shared.

The Kapamilya hunk said he is just waiting for the right time for the introduction to happen.

“The right time is pag may time (laughs). Kasi we haven’t even talked about kung anong ginagawa niya, plans niya this holiday season break so ayun, tingnan natin,” he said.

Although they haven’t had time to hang out because of their busy work schedules, Sam said they have managed to maintain constant contact and nothing has changed between them. “It’s not that it died down. We haven’t had much time to see each other.

Sobrang busy din siya sa lahat ng mga projects niya but we still keep in contact. We always hope for the best naman. If I doesn’t work out then you know naman that it just wasn’t meant to be and we’re better off as friends,” he explained.

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PSYCHICS PREDICT

CONTROVERS WITH 2013 SET TO CLOSE IN TWO DAYS, TOP CELEBRITY PSYCHICS HAVE TAKEN THEIR TIME TO DISH OUT HOW THE UPCOMING YEAR OF THE HORSE WOULD FARE FOR THE CELEBRITY COUPLES WHOSE YEAR HAVE BEEN RIDDEN WITH CONTROVERSIES, HEARTACHES, AND DILEMMAS. AI AI DELAS ALAS AND JED SALANG According to psychics Madame Suzette Arandela, Stargazer, and Rene Mariano during their appearance on Buzz ng Bayan on Sunday, estranged couple Jed and Ai Ai won’t get back together this year.

But Madame Suzette adds that there is a possibility for Ai Ai to forgive Jed. As for their ongoing

divorce case, Stargazer predicts that it would see delays but Rene claims that it would push through nonetheless.

Recall that the veteran actress has tied the knot with Jed in Las Vegas last April 3 only to decide to break it up with him on May 2 after claiming in a tearful interview with The Buzz that she was physically abused by her new husband.

ANGEL LOCSIN AND LUIS MANZANO

SUNSHINE CRUZ AND CESAR MONTANO Celebrity psychic Rene deems that Sunshine will no longer get back with the Cesar this 2014. He adds, “Maaari silang magkasundo pero hindi ko masasabi na close friends.

Kung hindi bilang ama at ina ng kanilang mga anak.”

As for the Galema star, both Stargazer and Madame Suzette foresee that she can find new love this year. However, not a very positive vibe surrounds Cesar this 2014 according to Stargazer saying that, “Pero si Cesar would be iikot ang controversy kay Cesar [pwede] sa love life o sa decorum niya o basta sa kahit anong gagawin niya sa public.”

It may be recalled that when news of their separation made rounds early this year purportedly because Cesar has been having an affair with starlet Krista Miller.

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While many fans are probably wishing for them to rekindle their romance, all three psychics unanimously claimed that Angel and Luis won’t start yet another chapter in their lives as a couple.

However, without naming names, Stargazer underscored that she sees that someone from Luis’ past, whom he really loves, would eventually get back with him.

Talks of Angel and Luis’ reconciliation were spurred by the coinciding announcement of their breakup with their respective partners – Luis with Jennylyn Mercado and Angel with Phil Younghusband.

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SIAL COUPLES MAJA SALVADOR AND GERALD ANDERSON Another couple who weathered a lot of controversies not to mention bashers this year was Maja and Gerald and both Madame Suzette and Stargazer foresee 2014 to also be especially far difficult for the former.

“Maja will have a very difficult year next year and with that maraming intrigues na ibabato sakanya at nakapalibot sakanya,” claimed Stargazer.

As for Gerald, Stargazer says he would be showered with new blessings but along with it would come other things.

“Si Gerald kasi since it will be a year of new projects and new beginnings maraming gagawin marami ring babae.

Marami ring magkakagusto. Kasi

alam mo sa sobrang gwapo ‘yan ang mahirap eh maraming magkakagusto even secretly ‘yung friend mo o ‘yung bestfriend mo. Kaya ang nafe-feel ko sa nangyari kay Kim [Chiu] at Maja alam ‘yon ni Kim na even nung magkaibigan tayo may secret [admiration] kana,” said she pertaining to the falling out of Maja with Kim because of her relationship with the Bukas Nalang Kita Mamahalin actor.

Meanwhile Madame Suzette predicts that Kim and Maja won’t be able to mend their ties this coming year.

Like Rene though she adds that the couple would eventually head to Splitville, “But ‘yung nakikita ko hindi magla-last ang relationship ni Maja at Gerald, it will be rocky. Hindi pa maghihiwalay pero maraming pagsubok.

Magkakahiwalay parin in 2015.”

HEART EVANGELISTA AND SEN. CHIZ ESCUDERO One of the celebrity couples whose relationship was put to the test this year was that of Heart and Sen. Chiz and according to Stargazer, a hard year awaits them anew this 2014.

deems that 2014 would be blissful for the couple even saying that “Sa nakikita ko, magiging masaya ‘yung dalawa. Sila na talaga. ‘Yung nakikita ko rin ay magkakaroon ng reconciliation between her and her parents.”

“Si Heart at Chiz paninindigan nila ‘yan eh ang question lang may mag mamatigas.

The mother would still stand her ground,” Rene however brazenly puts his name said she pertaining to Heart’s mother Cecilia Ongpauco, who has been very vocal at stake just to assert his prediction that “hindi sila magkakatuluyan in any other about her disapproval for the lawmaker. year.”

Madame Suzette on the other hand

SARAH GERONIMO AND MATTEO GUIDICELLI The fact that they are yet to admit the real score about their relationship has put Sarah and Matteo on the controversial couples list. Despite their silence both Madame Suzette and Stargazer see a bright 2014 for them with the former even claiming that “Hindi pa handang aminin ni Sarah ang kanilang relasyon but secretly sila na.”

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of 2013

Perhaps the biggest feud in 2013 was the one between estranged couple Raymart Santiago and Claudine Barretto which led to the latter even filing a Temporary Protection Order against the former and even involving the other Barrettos.

Apart from the couple and familial feuds, rifts among friends also ran abundant last 2013.

Kim Chiu and Maja Salvador’s friendship suffered when Gerald Anderson became romantically with. To this day, the two are yet to reconcile.

# Breakups The next feud once again involves Claudine, along with her parents Miguel and Inday, teamed up against her siblings Marjorie, JJ, and Gretchen after the three sided with Raymart by submitting their affidavits to corroborate the actor’s claims against his estranged wife.

Banana Split cast members and friends Melai Cantiveros and Angelica Panganiban made peace after a slight tiff due to the Angelica’s comment on Melai’s then fiancé Jason Francisco's capacity to support his family.

Meanwhile, Jason patched things up with John Prats after the former punched the dancer-actor after reportedly bullying Melai.

Another equally controversial domestic feud that turned into a legal battle was between Cesar Montano and Sunshine Cruz who decided to part ways due to infidelity rumors involving the actor.

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It was a sad year for a lot of celebs who called it quits with their respective partners. The first breakup that shocked the public was between longtime couple Nikki Gil and Billy Crawford. While they initially refused to disclose the true reason for their split, a recent interview with Nikki somehow hinted that a third party was involved.

Last October, Honesto star Paulo Avelino revealed that he had also parted ways with the mother of his son Ethan Akio, LJ Reyes. The actor said it was a mutual decision.

Also last October sultry actress Cristine Reyes announced her breakup with hunky actor Derek Ramsay after only one month of being a couple citing the fact that they’re better off as friends.

Ending weeks of speculation, The Legal Wife star Angel Locsin and Azkals striker Phil Younghusband admitted that they had called it quits.

Roughly the same time as Angel and Phil’s revelation was Minute to Win It’s host Luis Manzano’s announcement that he has also parted ways with girlfriend Jennylyn Mercado.

Perhaps the most controversial breakup of all was that of comedienne Ai-Ai de las Alas and businessman Jed Salang last May after almost a month of being married allegedly due to physical and verbal abuse by the latter.

s # HOOKUPS

Gerald Anderson confirmed his romance with Maja Salvador in an interview with StarStudio. The two attended the annual Star Magic Ball together for the first time last September.

The most controversial relationship of the year was that of iconic singer Freddie Aguilar and his 16-year-old girlfriend Jovi Gatdula. Their relationship drew a lot of flak due to the fact that Jovi is a minor.

However, the two were unstoppable as they tied the knot via Muslim rites in Maguindanao last November.

Although they have been quite visibly attached to each other for quite a while now, Vic Sotto only publicly admitted his relationship with actress-TV host Pauleen Luna via a recent interview with Boy Abunda on Bandila.

# FEATS

Beauty queens made the country proud as Mutya Datul won as Miss Supranational, Megan Young became the first Filipina Miss World, Bea Rose Santiago became the fifth Filipina Miss International, and Angeline Gomez won Miss Tourism International.

The film On The Job earned rave reviews at the Cannes Film Festival and has been optioned

by Universal Pictures.

Eight division world champion Manny Pacquiao won against American fighter Brandon Rios which took place two years since he lost to Juan Manuel Marquez. Nonito “The Filipino Flash” Donaire won against ArmenianAustralian Vic Darchinyan on their featherweight rematch.

# DEATHS

All-time kontrabida Bella Flores passed away at the age of 84 last May as her health deteriorated ever since her hip surgery last 2012 following a fall.

# CONTROVERSIES

2013 was especially difficult for couple Heart Evangelista and Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero after the former’s parents Rey and Cecille Ongpauco made public their disapproval of the lawmaker through a press conference.

2013 saw some celebrity sex scandals dominating the headlines. Neri Naig and Parokya ni Edgar frontman Chito Miranda’s intimate moments were revealed when the singer’s hard drive was stolen from his room.

An Instagram photo posted by Chito stirred Netizens due to its “Mr. And Mrs. Miranda” caption insinuating that they had tied the knot. (Chito’s reps later denied the report.)

Married comedian Wally Bayola’s previous affair with dancer Yosh Rivera led to the former’s temporary suspension from his noontime show Eat Bulaga.

Controversial host Willie Revillame’s aired the last episode of his show Wowowillie last October.

In order to protect her son Bimby from the public, Queen of All Media Kris Aquino decided that she would quit showbiz last March following her filing of a temporary protection order (TPO) against her ex-husband,

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professional basketball player James Yap. Instead of completely leaving showbiz, Kris went abroad and took a time off with her sons.

The controversial news of the priority development assistance fund (PDAF) or pork barrel being misused by certain lawmakers didn’t escape showbiz as it involved celebrities like Senator Bong Revilla Jr. and Senator Jinggoy Estrada, among others.

International singing sensation Charice admitted she was a lesbian last June in a tearful interview on The Buzz. She also admitted in the same report that her sexuality has estranged her from her brother and mother.

The bar meltdown of It’s Showtime host Anne Curtis hogged headlines after she slapped John Lloyd Cruz and two other individuals and reportedly berated Kapamilya host Phoemela Baranda. Anne has since apologized to all concerned parties.

The Commission on Elections ordered some elected officials to temporarily vacate their posts over reported violations of rules on Statement of Contributions and Expenditures during the elections last May. Among those asked to leave their posts were former President and now Pampanga Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto, and Laguna Governor ER Ejercito, among others.

THE BUZZ FEATURE NI: KRISSA DONIDA

“The time will come, its just not now and definitely not this year because I am not yet engaged and I wouldn’t want to get married in less than a year. I don’t want to rush anything.”

IZA CALZADO OPENS UP ABOUT MARRIAGE KABILANG si Iza Calzado sa pinakabagong teleserye ng ABS-CBN na Sana Bukas Na Lang Ang Kahapon kung saan makakasama niya si Bea Alonzo, Paulo Avelino at ilan sa mga beteranong artista sa showbiz tulad nina Susan Roces, Anita Linda, Tonton Gutierrez, Dina Bonnevie at Albert Martinez.

Taos-puso ang pasasalamat ng aktres sa oportunidad na naibigay sa kanya upang magbalik sa Primetime Bida matapos ang kanyang seryeng Kahit Puso’y Masugatan.

“Thank you. I am so happy and I am really grateful that Dreamscape gave me a soap this year despite the other soap not pushing through, pinalitan agad nila.” Ang seryeng You’re My Home kung saan makakasama niya dapat sina Richard Gomez, Dawn Zulueta, Shaina Magdayao, at Enchong Dee ang tinutukoy niyang hindi muna matutuloy. “Although nagkaroon na kami ng press launch, right now it’s just on hold. But hopefully we get to do the story again at some point.”

Sa ngayon para kay Iza ang importante ay ang launching ng nasabing soap at ng The Biggest Loser.

Aniya, “Right now what’s important is we are launching The Biggest Loser at the end of the month and I am part of the Toni (Gonzaga)-Piolo (Pascual) movie for February and ganito kalaki ang blessing and I am really grateful that I will be working with the entire cast.”

Sinagot na rin ni Iza ang isyu na ikakasal na siya ngayong taon sa kanyang boyfriend na si Ben Wintle, na agad din naman niyang binalik ang tanong sa press. Aniya, “Sino magbabayad? Naka-set na ba yan?

Nasaan ang singsing? Wala pa, hindi pa.” At para sa kanya ay hindi na bago ang isyu ng pagpapakasal. “25 years old pa lang ako sinasabi na nilang magpapaksal ako. Naku, hindi, hindi muna.”

Naniniwala si Iza na darating din ang tamang panahon na siya ay lalagay sa tahimik ngunit hindi pa sa taong ito.

JOHN PRATS HINTS AT A ‘HAPPY’ 2014 WITH ISABEL OLI Could John Prats’ Instagram captions be revealing his plans to propose to his current girlfriend Isabel Oli this 2014? On New Year’s Eve, the Banana Split star posted a photo of himself kissing Isabel on the forehead with the caption: “#Happynewyear @isabelolifee next year magkasama na tayo pag pasko at bagong taon ah;)

#happynewyear din sa family mo;) God bless sa lahat.”

This post triggered insinuations among his followers that he is ready to propose to the actress.

One of the actor’s followers even said, “Pede na! Ano pa inaantay mo neph? Happy new year sa inyo lahat!”

The couple celebrated their 11th month together last December 28 and John hinted that their 2014 would for some reason be a “masayang taon.”

“Dec.. First time nakita sa tv. And sabi ko kay cams na gusto kita...

After nun hindi na ako pumayag na makawala ka pa sakin;) im so blessed to have you... Thank you sa 11 months na puno ng saya at pagmamahal;)” he wrote.

Then the 29-year-old actordancer continued, “Thank you sa pag aalaga sakin na walang katulad.. Kapit ka sa 2014;) masayang taon to;)” In the

same caption, he enumerated the things that he loves most about her, such as the fact that “Never naging boring pag kasama ka...

Mas nakakatawa ka pa kesa sakin... Pag kasama ka, tawa lang ako ng tawa dahil sa mga sinasabi at ginagawa mo... Kung alam lang ng mga tao ang ka kengkoyan mo;)” Isabel also shared some sweet words dedicated to John last January 1, posting the same photo with the caption, “Thank you for being one of the amazing blessings of my 2013.

In an interview last October, John shared that he’s very much aware that Isabel is ready to settle down, even noting that, “Siguro that’s what I like about her. Hindi siya kagaya ng ibang artista ngayon na focused sa career. Maganda sa kanya kasi nakikita niya ang sarili niya to be a housewife.”

He however played coy when asked if for his part he is ready to tie the knot and even said, “Secret. Baka ma-preempt ‘yung proposal ko. I really want it to be special for her.”

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THE BUZZ FEATURE NI: MAUREEN MARIE BELMONTE

S IT M D A LY L A IN F D R O F W A R C LY IL B COURTING COLEEN GARCIA

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PEAKING at length for the first time after two photos of them went viral online, Billy Crawford finally confessed that he's courting his It's Showtime co-host Coleen Garcia.

However, he clarified that contrary to speculations Coleen hadn't gotten in the way of his

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relationship with his former with Vice, Coleen was doing girlfriend Nikki Gil. that to Teddy, she was hugging “I kept my mouth shut. I didn’t everyone and I was hugging talk. I think that was my fault. everyone and we were just But ako, pinanindigan ko 'yung having a good time and alam sa akin and kung ano ang alam mo naman people will just put ko, and Coleen is definitely not words in the photo," explained part of my past relationship at he. all,” he said.

More recently, a photo of With all the critics that his Billy and Coleen reportedly rumored relationship with vacationing in New York Coleen has seen in the past surfaced while they were months, the dancer-host shared allegedly watching an NBA that young actress was initially game. hesitant to have anything to do According to Billy, they never with him. really went out of the country "She really wanted to pull away to go on a vacation together, at one point and really just he explained, "I was talking didn't want to have anything to Coleen and I told her that I to do with me because of the was going to New York to visit speculations and everyone else a friend and to see my family. speaking on our behalf. Pero And Coleen was like, 'oh I was ako Tito Boy bilang lalaki i'll going to New York too with my pursue her, paninindigan ko," friend.'" he said.

But he added that he did invite Since it was the first time that the young actress-host to watch he addressed the issue, Billy the game with him even before likewise took the opportunity they left the country. to clarify about the two "I bought the tickets beforehand photos of them that came out. and said 'You know what I The first one was last year in would love to go to New York Bacolod where they appeared and spend. Time with to be sweet to one another.

"First of all it was an event, a party where most of the Showtime family was there as well. I think that picture was taken out of context.

Yes nililigawan ko. She's not my Coleen was girlfriend, yet. And I would love for her to be," brazenly admitted Billy doing that during his live appearance on Buzz ng JAPAN EDITION FREE Bayan on Sunday

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you to watch a game and have dinner,'" said Billy.

After months of being mum on the matter, Billy said he has decided to come clean about the true status of their relationship because the criticisms about them have gotten worse over time.

"Masakit din eh. Hindi na 'yung career ang pinaglalabanan ko, hindi nako nakikipaglaban kung ano 'yung tama at mali, ang nilalabanan ko nalang pagkatao ko. Kasi mahirap maglakad na nagtatago, mahirap maglakad na alam mong maraming nagsasalita ng masama tungkol sayo kasi kami tao rin kami, may puso rin kami, nasasaktan rin kami," explained the 31-year-old actor In the end he thanked Coleen for giving him the opportunity to be himself and "To be real and to try to get to know me despite everything that's been going on."

"You mean a lot to me and you motivate me into going to work everyday and I just enjoy who I am now and I want to pursue or trying to get to know you better. I'll be here for you as a friend or even more and thank you," he told Coleen.

KIM CHIU CLARIFIES PRESSCON ‘WALKOUT’ ISSUE, XIAN LIM RALLIES TO KIM CHIU’S DEFENSE

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Wala naman pong nagwalkout.” This was Kim Chiu’s opening phrase during the blog conference of her upcoming film “Bride for Rent” on January 8 as an explanation to what happened during her film’s grand press conference the night before where a veteran columnist reportedly walked out of the venue after being offended by the actress’ response to her question.

“Wala naman pong nagwalkout and nag-sorry naman ako

and siguro na-misinterpret lang.

Siguro may mga bagay na kapag inuulit ulit... ikaw kapag tinanong kita ng paulit ulit tapos ang sagot ko ulit ulit din. Magagalit ka kasi ulit ulit lang rin ‘yung sagot ko,” she explained calmly to the press.

According to reports, Kim was grilled during the previous press conference about the true status of her relationship with Xian Lim to which she replied with, "Ako, sinagot na rin namin to sa last presscon namin [ni Xian].

We don't owe you any of our personal lives siguro. You can think whatever you want to think as long as you're happy when you watch us on TV, nakikita niyo kung paano kami ma-inlove, ganyan. And 'yun na 'yon."

"And lahat naman tayo merong mga hindi dapat i-share o dapat i-share, and it's our choice, and I hope you guys respect that," she said the night before.

Kim believes that the said incident is proof that “Siguro may mga bagay na sadyang hindi naiintindihan ng ibang tao.”

Was she annoyed by the fact that the said question is being asked to her over and over again?

“Hindi naman nakulitan.

Siguro medyo lang. Tao rin naman kami kahit artista kami may nararamdaman rin naman kami kapag medyo nasisindakan kami or like kapag medyo iba na ‘yung klase ng pagtatanong. Pero wala ka talagang ibig sabihin dun,” said the Primetime Princess.

Once again, she stressed that nobody walked out and “Kung may na-offend man pasensya na po.”

Late last night Kim posted a tweet that she “can’t sleep” which many presumed to be due to what transpired at the press conference.

Early this morning though, the Kapamilya star was a little more positive as she posted a photo of herself in a wedding gown on her Instagram account with the caption that read: "People will hate you, rate you, shake you and break you. but how strong you stand is what makes you." good morning!!!:) today is another day!:) God bless everyone!:) #goodvibes #spreadthelove #thankful#grateful brideforrent jan 15 na!:)”

According to Kim what got her through the night were the fans that have showed their unwavering support despite the controversy.

“Yeah kagabi sobrang naramdaman ko sa Twitter ko [at] sa Instagram ko sobra nila akong pinagtatanggol. Pero sa lahat kasi ng nangyayari sakin nandiyan na sila sa likod ko eh. All out support sila as in sobra akong happy, sobra akong thankful,” enthused Kim. She admitted though that she felt bad after the press conference so much so that she felt that “gugunaw na ang mundo ko kagabi pero hindi pala” because “There’s always a rainbow after a little rain.”

“Ang lungkot lungkot ko tapos nagbasa ako ng Twitter at Instagram ay parang nabuhay ang loob ko,” she said even adding that she’s happy and grateful to have her fans in her career and in her everyday endeavors and the fact that she can reach to them anytime through various social media platforms.

Not only did her fans reach out to comfort her but also a couple of press people, she sad, “Nag-tweet din sila sakin and nagpasalamat ako.”

Proving that he is indeed Kim Chiu’s closest male confidante, Xian Lim swiftly rallied to his onscreen partner’s defense after she drew flak from allegedly slighting a veteran columnist due to her response during the grand press conference of their upcoming film Bride for Rent.

The Kapamilya actor on Thursday posted a video clip of Kim answering the columnist’s question about the true status of their off cam relationship with the caption that read: “There is a BIG difference between ‘We don't owe you any of our personal lives...’ against ‘We don't owe you an explanation’ #goodvibeslangpopalagi.”

Hours after their press conference on Tuesday, a tweet from one of the media persons who attended the event insinuated that a certain columnist walked out of the venue after hearing Kim’s response that she doesn’t owe the person an explanation.

During Bride for Rent’s bloggers conference held a day after the grand press con, Xian claimed that the Primetime Princess didn’t mean to offend and was merely “misunderstood.” “Kim knows I always have her back and it’s a matter of just explaining. Sometimes naman po kasi or, in my case, most of the time, din naman name-misunderstood po kami and ‘yun po there’s always a rainbow after a little rain,” he explained with a smile.

Kim, for her part, clarified that no one really walked out of the venue. “Wala naman pong nag-walkout and nag-sorry naman ako and siguro na-misinterpret lang. Siguro may mga bagay na kapag inuulit ulit... ikaw kapag tinanong kita ng paulit ulit tapos ang sagot ko ulit ulit din. Magagalit ka kasi ulit ulit lang rin ‘yung sagot ko,” she explained calmly to the press.

Xian, like Kim, also recently got embroiled in a tiff with an entertainment personality after he allegedly walked away in the middle of a live interview for the latter’s radio show when asked a question about the 23-year-old actress.

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HE 39th Metro Manila Film Festival Awards Night was a high-spirited event packed with celebrities, colorful production numbers, and hard-earned awards. Spotted doing interviews on the red carpet were Divine Lee and Raymond Gutierrez. Early birds included Markki Stroem, Eugene Domingo, and Bela Padilla who arrived solo. My Little Bossings stars Ryzza Mae Dizon and James "Bimby" Aquino skipped the red carpet to prepare for their production number backstage.

KC Concepcion and Kris Aquino hosted the event. The show formally opened with a Christmas medley led by Xyriel Manabat and Kiray Celis. They were later joined by boy group Chicser. 10,000 Hours actresses Bela Padilla, Carla Humphries, WynnWynn Marquez, and Yassi Pressman also performed a sexy dance number. The cast of Pedro Calunsod Ang Batang Martir also performed a number with highlights from the movie.

Robin Padilla's action film 10,000 Hours led the awards race with 13 awards including Best Picture, Best Director (Joyce Bernal), and Best Actor.

The star admitted that he hopes all the recognition that his film received can translate into box-office success as well.

"Ang laban dito talagang yung ganda ng pelikula. Ang pelikula namin may kinalaman sa mga buhay natin. Hindi kami nag-e-entertain, yung mga kapatid natin sa ibang pelikula, sila'y nag-e-entertain.

Kami iba. Nagmumulat kami kaya mayayabang kami kasi totoo yung sinasabi namin," he shared after the awards presentation held last December 27 at the Meralco theater in Ortigas.

"Maraming salamat. Sabi ko nga worth it ito kung magkano kikitain nung Metro Manila Film Festival. Kung P800M, eh di P800M 'to. Hawak ko, hinuli ko, salamat,"

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REIGNS AT 2013 MMFF AWARDS

n winning the Best Actor award, Robin admitted he is thankful for honor.

He bested his nephew Daniel Padilla, Vice Ganda, and ER Ejercito for the award. During his acceptance speech, Robin thanked his wife Mariel Rodriguez and his nephew Daniel and niece Bela who were all in the audience as well as the cast and crew of 10,000 Hours, including director Joyce Bernal.

Pagpag won two awards for Youth Choice and Best in Makeup. Daniel Padilla also won Male Star of the Night. The teen heartthrob arrived in a formal suit and escorted

leading lady Kathryn Bernardo all night.

"Maraming salamat sa award na ito. Salamat sa pagtitiwala. Para ito sa mga bata," Daniel says while accepting the award.

Girl, Boy, Bakla, Tomboy also won two awards for Most Gender Sensitive film and Second Best Picture. According to host KC Concepcion, third Best Picture winner My Little Bossings broke MMFF box office records by raking in P50 million pesos on its opening day.

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s a triumph. Ambitious in scope, it succeeds because the team behind it is willing to go big.

It is satisfying to see a Filipino movie that feels limitless in execution. Nary a thing is spared to make it: not budget, not creativity, not bravery, not over-the-top action.

Starring Robin Padilla, 10,000 Hours tells the story of a policeman-turned-senator Gabriel Alcaraz.

On the day that he is planning to expose a corruption case that will implicate the President of the Philippines, he is accused of murdering his former police partner.

Feeling trapped, he escapes to Amsterdam to look for evidence that can prove his innocence.

What’s most commendable is how 10,000 Hours chooses to tell a grand story and run away with it.

Viewers may recognize that Gabriel Alcaraz’s plight closely resembles the story of Senator Panfilo Lacson, who went into hiding for 14 months after being accused of murder.

But the similarity ends there—the events in 10,000 Hours are fictional, and it is noteworthy that the filmmakers went this route without worry of public backlash.

It all results from a good script.

The story is doled out slowly and smartly, with no tiring flashbacks or clunky expository dialogue. There are also no annoying side stories that deviate from the plot.

Granted, some scenes are preposterous: for instance, there’s a chase scene in Amsterdam where the protagonists ride a slow boat along the river but the police still can’t catch them. But these are easily forgivable.

Robin Padilla is on top of his

game in this action-drama movie.

He is believable as a principled-butbroken politician, working only for his family and country. There’s no hint of artificiality when he espouses lines about patriotism or the love for truth, making the story all the more credible.

With perfectly choreographed fight sequences, Robin is every bit an action star at 44 years old.

The other members of the cast should also be commended.

Mylene Dizon is stellar as usual.

She plays Robin’s suffering wife, and she has an affecting breakdown scene that would probably be the basis for another acting award.

Bela Padilla gives the performance of her career as Maya Limchauco, a TV journalist whowants to help Senator Alcaraz. Her character is written and acted so well that it doesn’t seem preposterous when a twist about her is revealed.

Ketchup Eusebio, Maya’s assistant and cameraman, serves as the movie’s comic relief. He’s a competent actor, and it’s always a welcome relief to see him in movies.

He steals all the scenes he’s in.

MICHAEL DE MESA

MALOU DE GUZMAN

PEN MEDINA BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR

ALDEN RICHARDS

BELA PADILLA

ALL IN ALL, 10,000 HOURS IS A GREAT MIX OF A GRAND STORY AND A COMPETENT ENSEMBLE CAST COMING TOGETHER TO MAKE A GOOD WHOLE.

MMFF 2013 WINNER

Best Picture: 10,000 Hours Best Actor: Robin Padilla for 10,000 Hours Best Supporting Actor: Pen Medina for 10,000 Hours Best Director: Joyce Bernal Best Original Story: 10,000 Hours Best Screenplay: 10,0000 Hours Gatpuno Antonio Villegas Cultural award: 10,000 Hours FPJ Memorial Award for Film Excellence: 10,000 Hours Best Sound: 10,000 Hours Best Musical Score: 10,000 Hours Best Visual Effects: 10,000 Hours Best Production Design: 10,000 Hours Best Editing: 10,000 Hours Best Cinematography: 10,000 Hours JAPAN EDITION FREE

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KC CONCEPCION PLANS TO STUDY ABROAD After the success of her first Metro Manila Film Festival entry Boy Golden: Shoot to Kill, the Arturo Porcuna Story opposite Laguna governor ER Ejercito and being hospitalized last week, KC Concepcion will be leaving soon to study abroad.

“After doing a teleserye and a movie last year, together with my new endorsements, I realized there’s SO MUCH more I can still learn about this industry,” she posted on her Twitter account on January 8. She continued, “After getting pneumonia, I decided to take the jump and do something new for myself.”

While she didn’t reveal other details such as where and what she would be studying, KC assured that “I’m still a Kapamilya & will be back!” According to a separate Twitter post, she would be away to study during the first quarter of the year.

Her last soap was Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala with Sam Milby and Judy Ann Santos which ended last year. Last

week, the Megastar Sharon Cuneta’s daughter worried her fans when she posted on Instagram a photo of herself in a hospital bed with the caption that read: “Not the perfect way to start the new year, BUT!!! A great reminder to work hard, though not TOO hard! Let’s take CARE & really listen to our bodies!

Health is beauty!!!” the actress said.

According to her other posts, she spent four days in the hospital and her younger siblings visited after New Year.

“Onto a speedy recovery, thanks to my Carebears! Frankie, Miel, Miguel. They went to Thailand with the parents for New Years. Sigh...” she wrote.

Through her posts on Instagram, KC also conveyed her hopes for 2014 which includes accomplishing more goals and staying positive. “This year, I pray to be surrounded with more people that have a positive effect on others. My current read—How Full is Your Bucket?—tells us how we can have more positive moments and be an encouragement to people around us.#LiveBeautifully” she posted.

JAKE CUENCA PLANS TO TRY OUT FOR AZKALS THIS 2014

Kapamilya actor Jake Cuenca revealed that he plans to join the Azkals team this year.

He relayed that he is giving his passion for football a shot this 2014, a sport which he learned when he was just five years old.

Is he leaving showbiz then? “No this is my bread and butter. If it comes down to it kung papapiliin ako, I love football, but this is my life and this is what makes me who I am.

I built a name for myself in show business.

Well, I equally have the same amount of passion and interest when it comes to football and showbiz pero definitely showbiz kasi ito ang buhay ko eh.”

But Jake shared that he won’t be committing to numerous amounts of projects “I am looking forward to be trying out for Azkals. Pero it’s not the Azkals agad, step by step yan eh ang plano ko naman when it comes to football it’s like my career in showbiz. It starts from the bottom up. If I cannot do it now I won’t be able to do it.

I’m not getting any younger. I feel that my game right now I think I have maybe when it comes to playing football, I think I have two good years.”

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this year. “I’m looking forward to having a little bit more time for myself. I think it will be more controlled in my part and in my management’s part. I won’t be doing mass amount of projects that I did [last 2013] so I’m going to pick quality over quantity.”

On acting, Jake remarked that he has definitely grown as an actor over the years.

“Well definitely I’ve matured. You can do other workshops but nothing will really compare to experience, your time in front of the camera, the people you get to work with. I’m just lucky that I’ve been able to work with the best directors in the country parang that help me evolve so much, and I’m taking risks with different roles,” he said.

THE BUZZ FEATURE NI: KRISSA DONIDA

BEA ALONZO HEADLINES NEW TELESERYE

‘SANA BUKAS pa ang KAHAPON’

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T S O P F F O L O O “C E MARUDO ‘FEEDS’ ZANJO AGINATION RUMORMONGERGSR’ AIM ST THROUGH INSTA M PO

“Siguro dahil matagal na akong walang litrato naming dalawa sa Instagram, so nung nag-post ako habang nagdidinner kami [ni Bea], nag-iisip ako kung ano ba ang magandang caption,” he shared. “Wala siyang maisip, wala rin akong maisip, so sabi ko, ‘Cool-off na lang kasi lagi naman tayong cool-off eh,’”

Sa ginanap na press conference nung January 9, ipinakilala si Bea Alonzo at ang mga makakasama niya sa pinakabagong teleserye ng ABS-CBN na Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon. Ilan sa mga makakasama niya dito ay sina Iza Calzado, Paulo Avelino, Albert Martinez, Dina Bonnevie, Tonton Gutierrez, Anita Linda, Ronaldo Valdez at Susan Roces. “Very, very happy. Siyempre kinakabahan pero siyempre kung walang kaba hindi masaya ang life ‘di ba? Kung lagi ka lang kalmado.”

Aminado si Bea na malaki ang nararamdamang kaba niya sa bagong proyektong ito. “Ay! Diyosko kung alam mo lang. Kung alam mo lang ang nararamdaman ko pumasok ka kaya sa loob ko. Sobra akong pressured. Pressured ako kasi first time ko sila makakasama lahat, halos lahat. Si Tita Anita lang at Tito Ron lang ang nakatrabaho ko before pero siyempre more than the pressure mas yung excitement ang nangingibabaw kasi it’s not everyday na nabibigyan ka ng pagkakataon to work with these people na halos ikaw pa yung anchor ng show. As much as pressured ako, mas nangingibabaw yung excitement.”

Ibinahagi din ni Bea ang kanyang naging bakasyon nitong Bagong Taon sa London at Sa scotland. Aniya, “Tinodo ko talaga kasi mahirap itong taping na ito kasi alam ko na pagbalik ko work agad.” Pinili niyang sa dalawang bansang ito lamang magtungo kasama ang boyfriend na si Zanjoe

ZANJOE MARUDO recently stirred up netizens when he posted a photo of himself and girlfriend Bea Alonzo on Instagram with the caption, “Cool off.” Zanjoe clarified his post in an interview with Push.com.ph at the Kwento ng Pasko: Pagasa at Pagbangon solidarity concert. he said clearly amused.

But to set the record straight the Annaliza star shared that they are “Okay na okay” as a couple and that they never experienced cooling off for as he opined “Pambata lang ang cool-off. Pang-high school lang ‘yun.”

So why the caption then?

“Di ba lagi kaming nai-issue na cool-off?” he answered, apparently mocking the persistent rumors. The actor-comedian even added that their twoyear-old relationship has been nothing short of smooth-sail-

Marudo dahil, “Ayaw kasi namin na ang dami niyong maleta tapos from one country to another stressed kayo. Gusto namin yung relaxed lang, yung nasasavor niyo yung culture ng bawat country. I have been to London a few times before pero first time ko lang siya nalibot ng ganito pero baka nga bumalik kami ng holiday 2014 with my family na.” Naikwento niya rin ang naging pagkikita nila ni Kris Aquino sa London, “Nag-High Tea kami, very British, nagchikahan. Kinogratulate ko siya sa napakalakas na movie niya ngayon na My Little Bossings, and yun, nagkwentuhan lang about life, about 2014.”

At ngayong bagong taon hindi pa rin natutuldukan ang nalalapit na pagpapakasal nila diumano ni Zanjoe, ngunit kanyang muling dineny ang isyu. “Ang lakas talaga makatanda noh? Hindi, hindi kami magpapakasal at wala pang nangyayaring proposal. Hindi pa namin masyadong napag-uusapan yan.”

Ngunit umaasa si Bea na si Zanjoe na talaga ang kanyang makakatuluyan, “Bakit naman ako magsta-stay sa isang relasyon kung hindi ako umaasa na siya na di ba?

Para naman akong nagaaksaya ng oras lang. I want it to be him, gusto ko siya na pero hindi pa ngayon.

Ang dami pa naming gustong mangyari sa buhay namin.” Dagdag pa ng aktres, “I hope he is the one.

I am hoping he is the one. Para sa akin sana nga he is the one.”

ing. “Wala kaming problema.

Sobrang okay kami. Naiintindihan na namin [ang pagiging busy ng bawat isa] kasi mature na. Trabaho ito eh so kailangan naming intinidhin. Mas okay na kami. Talagang halos wala na kaming mapag-awayan,” Zanjoe stated.

One of the problems that the couple faced in the past were their respective tight schedules as Kapamilya stars, something which Zanjoe stressed that they have already resolved.

“Dadating at dadating naman ang time na magkakaoras.

Hindi naman kami nawalan ng matagal na matagal. Katulad ngayon, Christmas vacation, lahat ng oras nasa amin,”

he explained.

Zanjoe clarified that despite keeping them apart sometimes, he claims that they know better than to complain about the projects that are coming their way. “Siyempre kapag trabaho, kailangan ang focus namin nasa trabaho.

Reklamo kami ng reklamo ng oras, mamaya ibigay sa amin lahat ng oras, wala na kaming trabaho,” he said.

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N A B A L O G I T S I T I GRETCHEN, T E! KAY CLAUDIN LMONTE

NI MAUREEN MARIE BE

“Mahal ko ang kapatid ko, bunso namin ‘yan. Ang gusto ko lang maibalik ang buhay niya sa tama at mabawasan ang mga kaaaway niya, mabawasan ang galit niya sa buhay. Ang kailangan ni Claudine, ‘yung mapagamot siya, mapa-rehab siya.

Andoon parin kaming magkakapatid to support her,” claimed the actress

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SEEMS that the Barrettos are far from having a happy Christmas as Gretchen Barretto and her brother JJ recently testified for the camp of her younger sister Claudine's estranged husband Raymart Santiago.

Gretchen and JJ gave their testimonies in a closed-door hearing lately held at the Marikina Regional Trial Court for the custody battle of Claudine and Raymart's children Sabina and Santino.

"As expected it became very emotional but okay naman mas magaan ang dibdib ngayon na nailabas na lahat ng dapat ilabas," Gretchen said about their testimony which was aired on the Sunday episode of Buzz ng Bayan.

According to Gretchen, she and JJ are more than willing to cooperate for the estranged couple's case so much so that "Kahit paulit ulit, kahit araw-araw, oras-oras nila kaming tawagan to stand as witness para lang mabigyan ng hustisya si Raymart at mabigyan ng katahimikan ang mga buhay namin."

Although many might misconstrue her testimony as an act of condemning her sister, Gretchen insists that whatever she did, she did out of love for Claudine.

Speaking of having her sister treated, the Kapamilya star said that they’re really hoping that their testimony could pave the way for Claudine to go back to rehab at the soonest possible time in order for her to receive proper treatment.

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“I don’t wanna get into details but the last time that she was in Chana Rehab. If you google it, it’s a first class rehab. I don’t know kung sino ang dapat naming kausapin [dahil] doon siya dapat pero ‘yun ang hinihingi namin sa korte,” she said.

If there's one thing that gets to Gretchen the most because of this ongoing legal battle between her sister and Raymart it's the fact that the she saw how happy they were before.

"He was a very good husband for her, I know that for sure malapit kami ni Claudine, 'yun ang parati niyang kinukwento sakin nung lumabas siya ng rehab noong February 2011. Parati niyang sinasabi ng paulit-ulit na 'Buti nalang hindi ako iniwan ni Raymart, he was very patient. Mahal niya ako, mahal ko siya,'" she quoted Claudine as saying.

The Barretto siblings' testimony was spawned by Raymart's response to the Anti-Violence against Women and Their Children (VAWC) case filed by Claudine against him in August, where he accused his wife of domestic violence, having a history of drug abuse, and being mentally ill.

The actor's statements were corroborated by accounts of La Greta as well as her two other siblings JJ and Marjorie in one affidavit.

But there seems to be no turning back in the continuously worsening Barretto family feud as Gretchen even revealed that their very own father, Miguel Barretto threatened to kill them for siding to Raymart.

"Sinabihan ng daddy ko ang kapatid kong lalaki, ang pinakamatanda, at ang pamangkin ko na si John, na pag mag-testify daw si JJ, at nalaman niyang mag-te-testify si JJ, sabi niya babarilin niya," she related.

She continued, "At sinabi naman ng aking pamangkin na, 'Tita Gretch, Tita Marj will testify.' At sabi niya [Miguel Barretto], 'I will kill them.'"

Carmina, kayang makipag One-On-One kay BB Gandang Hari!

NI MAUREEN MARIE BELMONTE

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LTHOUGH she has said several times in the past that she’s ready to meet her ex-husband Rustom Padilla now known as BB Gandanghari, host-actress Carmina Villaroel claimed that she realized that she was never really that ready in the past.

Now though, during this Sunday’s Buzz ng Bayan episode, Carmina believes that she can go face-to-face with BB. “Before [kapag tinatanong ako], sinasagot ko oo. Pero ngayon, nung napapanood ko, parang hindi na. Wala ng parang [awkwardness]. Hindi na,” she said.

Carmina’s confession came after the show aired an interview of action star Robin Padilla talking about how he mended ties with BB. “Okay naman na. Kung ano ‘yung nangyari, tapos na iyon. Hindi ko lang alam if kaya ko na bang harapin. Pero nung pinapanood ko, parang wala lang,” said she.

According to the Got to Believe actress, it’s been a while since they were a couple and that she has moved on from the past.

“Parang after a while, wala na tapos na.

Ang tagal tagal na. Madami pang importanteng bagay na dapat pagtuunan ng pansin,” she said.

Carmina and Rustom tied the knot in 1994, but separated in 1996. Their marriage was annulled in 2002. Rustom on the other hand came out in when he returned to the country in 2009 after staying in US for so long.

Should their one-on-one interview happen anytime soon, Carmina has let out one condition--that she meet BB beforehand.

“Siguro mangyayari ‘yun pero gusto ko sana magkita kami na wala munang camera. Gusto ko muna makita, gusto ko talaga siya pagmasdan,” she said.

After all these years of being apart, Carmina considers BB as a different person from the man that she married before.

“Ang dating sa akin, iba talaga siyang tao na. Parang wala na ‘yung Rustom. Different person na,” she said.

But does she think they can get along well?

“Feeling ko okay kaming dalawa, jive kami.

Mahirap kasi magsalita. So kapag nangyari na lang, ‘yun na,” she said.

It may be recalled that Carmina said in the past interview that she’s BB’s “peg” because of the slight resemblance in their appearance.

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Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo BELIEVE THAT

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a pagpasok ng bagong taon, hindi maiiwasang mapansin ang naging magandang takbo ng karera nina Daniel Padilla at Kathryn Bernardo sa taong 2013.

Kaya namang ngayong papatapos na ang taong ito, itinuturing na isang magandang regalo nina Kathryn at Daniel ang pagkakatanghal sa kanilang Metro Manila Film Fest entry na Pagpag bilang Highest Grossing Filipino Horror movie of all time. At sa higpit ng kumpetisyon, sa kasalukuyan ay nasa pangatlo ito sa ranking ng Metro Manila Development Association o MMDA na siyang nagtatala ng box-office returns ng mga pelikulang kalahok sa festival.

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2013 WAS THEIR YEAR Kaya naman napakalaki ng pasasalamat ng dalawang bida sa laki ng suporta na kanilang nakuha sa pelikula.

“Grabe nagulat ako at masasabi ko talaga na 2013 ang best year para sa amin ni DJ so maganda siya para i-end yung year at maraming salamat po sa lahat ng sumuporta.”

Para kay Daniel, hangad lang niya na magtuloytuloy lang ang suporta ng kanilang mga tagahanga hindi lang sa kanilang pelikula kung ‘di sa kanilang mga proyekto lalo na sa darating na taon. “Basta happy lang kami at nagpapasalamat sa lahat ng sumusuporta at sana magtuloy-tuloy lang ngayong 2014.”

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Ngayong nasa ikatlong pwesto ang kanilang horror movie na Pagpag, natanong kay Daniel kung nais pa ba nitong malagay sa unang pwesto ang pelikula nila. Ang naging pag-amin ni Daniel tungkol dito, “Okay na, kung ano ang ibigay sa amin happy na kami. Wala na kaming ine-expect basta ano na lang ang maibigay sa amin.”

Maraming naghihintay sa kung ano ba ang aabangan sa kanila ng kanilang mga tagahanga para sa 2014. Isa sa mga sinabi ni Kathryn na dapat abangan sa kanilang tambalan ay ang kanilang Primetime serye na Got To Believe. “Siguro kailangan nilang abangan ang Season 2 ng Got To Believe. Marami pa ang mangyayari and of course at marami pang plano for 2014 so hintay lang sila.”

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. w o n t s u j Fame is Liza Soberano

“It’s not forever “

and marami po akong natutunan sa kanila.”

Liza is currently doing workshops to improve her acting skills.

“Right now I’m doing acting workshops with Julia Barretto, “I really don’t mind who I ngayon pa lang, and I also want to work with basta meron po akong do a dance workshop probably and show, okay naman ako kung sino singing workshop, I want to be all makasamaa ko pero one of my around.” biggest dreams is to work with On what she has learned so far rea she's because Anne Curtis in show business, Liza relayed, ally nice person, sobrang bubbly, “You just have to be yourself kasi sobrang ganda so I really want being yourself will bring you a to work with her,” she said in an long way. Parang I don’t want to exclusive interview with Push. lose who I really am. You really com.ph. have to stay grounded all the time She added that she wants to kasi fame is just now, it’s not pursue a career path like Anne. “I forever.” want to be something like her, I The young actress joined want to be able to dance, to sing, the Kuwento ng Pasko event of even I don’t have a great voice. I Star Magic at Villamor Airbase. want to be able to be all around.”

Liza expressed her happiness After her role in She’s the to be given the opportunity to to grateful really felt Liza One, give back. “It feels really great star with more experienced actors to be an event like this and see like Bea Alonzo, Dingdong all the people and to be able to Gil. Enrique and Dantes, help other people in need. I feel “I feel really blessed blessed because not everyone kasi malaking bagay gets a chance to be out in an event ‘yun parang hindi pa like this to help other people and lang ako masyadong it feels really great to help people kilala pero in need because I mean in simple malaways pa lang sobrang natutuwa na laking sila,” she said. artista Liza is planning to spend na ‘yung her Christmas in an orphanage. kasama “Christmas plans, I might go to ko

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the province but I think I have a change of plan kasi recently nagretreat kami and meron kaming nakitang orphanage na gusto kong balikan so I think I want to spend my Christmas with them.”

ANGEL LOCSIN REVEALS FAMILY’S APPROVAL OF HER CONFESSION ABOUT LUIS MANZANO NI: MAUREEN MARIE BELMONTE

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UST a couple of days after her surprise

avoid each other despite being in the same

mas nagiging honest kami sa isa’t-isa. Sana

confession, Angel Locsin remains

network when they were still in their respec-

maging maayos ‘yung pag-uusap kasi andami

unstoppable in declaring her love

tive relationships.

naming hindi napagusapan nung naghiwalay

and her hopes for her and ex-boyfriend Luis Manzano.

“In all fairness siguro ‘yung mga taong malapit samin dito alam kung gaano kami

During her live appearance on Buzz ng

kami.”

Interestingly, Angel shared that Luis has

nagiiwasan ni Luis ng tatlong taon po. Hindi

apparently maintained his ties with her family

Bayan on Sunday, Angel claims that she’s

po kami magkagalit pero nagkakataon lang

who are all very supportive of her decision.

well aware that not too many people would

talaga na di muna tayo dapat magkita, di

“Napakaswerte ko sa pamilya ko kasi

understand what she did or even why she

muna tayo pwedeng magusap,” claimed The

kahit anong desisyon ko, nirerespeto nila at

even still has feelings for Luis especially

Legal Wife actress.

naiintindihan nila. Si daddy, laging may com-

since she just parted ways with Phil Younghusband.

“Well nung nagsalita kasi ako parang ine-expect ko narin naman na marami tala-

Coming right on the heels of her confes-

munication kasi kay Luis ng hindi ko alam,

sion, a surprised yet palpably happy Minute

kahit sa mga kapatid ko. Isa ‘yon sa mga naa-

to Win It host said that he’s also “definitely”

appreciate ko sa kanya kasi very consistent

in love with Angel.

‘yon. Kahit hindi kami nagkikita o nag-uusap

gang hindi makakaintindi. Pero ako sobrang

That said, perhaps the most intriguing

pero ‘yung pakikisama sa mga taong nagging

against talaga ako sa mga nanloloko ng tao eh

question is whether or not they have already

malapit din naman sa kanya noon, hindi na-

at wala po akong history na nanloko ako ng

gotten back together.

man niya pinabayaan,” she enthused.

boyfriend or kung sino man na may inagawan

A question which she addressed head on

Apart from her confession, perhaps what

o ganyan. Malayo po talaga ‘yon. Naghiwalay

by saying, “Hindi pa po kasi naguusap pa

surprised the reporters and even the public

po kami [ni Phil], mutual po ‘yung decision.

kami. Kakausapin niya ‘yung daddy ko. Hindi

about her recent honesty was the fact that she

Wala pong kinalaman si Luis,” she explained.

ako nagtatago pero may mga bagay lang

has finally let her walls down.

If anything, she once again reiterated that she and Luis made a conscious effort to really

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talaga na inaayos kami. But as of now, we’re happy, nag-eenjoy kami sa isa’t-isa at siguro

Where did these feelings come from?

“Sa lahat. Siguro sa lahat ng pinagdaanan namin noon and siguro nakita ko rin na nag-mature siya.

Nakita ko rin na nagbago rin siya for the better. Hindi ko talaga maexplain kung ano ang nararamdaman ko ngayon basta ang alam ko mahal ko ‘yung tao at gusto ko siyang makasama,” she ended.

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PLAINS ROOT OF RAQUEL PEMPENCO EXYS DISLIKE AGAINST AL SA QUIJANO

Despite their rift, international singer Charice's mother Mommy Raquel Pempengco confessed that she still wants the best for her daughter. Unfortunately though, she and Charice doesn't see eye-to-eye when it comes to the latter's current partner Alyssa Quijano.

During an earlier interview with Buzz ng Bayan last year, Mommy Raquel bluntly expressed her dislike towards Alyssa as her daughter's partner. On the show's Sunday episode, though, she finally revealed the real reason why she wants Charice to find someone else.

“Sinabi ko talaga 'yun, na ibang babae na lang huwag na si Alyssa. Nung time na [sumasali] pa siya sa mga singing contests, 'yung nanay niya, nagkaroon kami ng misunderstanding. Inaway ako at nakipagtalo na rin ako dahil gusto nila i-out sa ‘Little Big Star’ si Charice,” she said referring to the talent show which Charice joined in back in 2005.

Last year though, she related that Charice appealed that they just let bygones be bygones to which mommy Raquel replied with, "Kung ikaw kakalimutan mo pero ngayon na ikaw eto gina-grab niya 'yung opportunity para dumikit sa iyo, hindi ko matatanggap 'yon."

Mommy Raquel agreed to host Boy Abunda when he said that Alyssa purportedly had underlying motives in choosing to be with Charice and that "Hindi ka naniniwala na wagas ang pagibig niya kay Charice."

Repeating what she earlier said, Mommy Raquel said that her doors are still open should Charice want to go back

to their home.

"Katulad nga ng sinasabi ko nung Christmas nag-email sa 'min si Charice ng 'Mom and Carl Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and you know that I love you' and sinagot ko siya na 'Alam mo naman din kung gaano ka namin kamahal kahit ano pang mangyari basta bukas ang bahay at kainan namin para sa 'yo,'" she related.

While she admits to missing Charice since they had a lot of bonding time, Mommy Raquel revealed that "Ang ikinasasama lang ng loob ko ganon niya nalang nakalimutan lahat ng ginawa ko sakanya, ang kinasasama ng loob ko bakit ngayon sinasabi niya na wala akong nagawa...

Na may pangalawa na siyang pamilya kaya madali akong naka move-on kasi iniisip ko nalang na doon siya masaya."

But overall, what happened to their relationship, according to Mommy Raquel, has taught her that "kung talagang mahal niyo ang isang tao matututo kang magbigay kahit nasasaktan ka."

Does she have a message to "X Factor Philippines" judge?

"Masaya siya and naka-move on na kami ng kapatid niya. Siguro darating rin naman ang panahon na kung hindi ko matanggap si Alyssa basta isipin nalang

niya na mahal namin siya," she said.

For Alyssa though she said, "Kung talagang mahal niya si Charice bubuuin niya ang pamilyang winasak niya."

Although what Charice said and did has hurt her, as a mother, Mommy Raquel says she doesn't feel the need to forgive her daughter because "Hindi siya nagkamali sa 'kin ipinaglaban niya lang 'yung nararamdaman niya.

Naiintindihan ko. Kaya nga sabi ko sa kanya naiintinidhan ko kung hindi siya uuwi sakin as long as happy siya at naiintindihan ko rin na wala siya sa tabi ko."

G IN D EN G N ‘A : R HE OT M H IT W UD FE ON E IC CHAR PO NITO AY MAGKAKAINTINDIHAN KAMI’ Notwithstanding their current

po ni Mommy sakin at siyempre

misunderstanding, international

‘yung mother rin po ni Alyssa is

“Gusto ko lang po sabihin kay

singing sensation Charice is still

talagang rivalry and I think until

Mommy tsaka kay Carl, siyempre I

positive that reconciliation with her

now ‘yun parin ang nasa isip ni

miss you both and kahit

mother Raquel Pempengco is not too

Mommy. Siyempre hindi pa mag-sink

na anong challenges ‘yung

far away.

in sakanya the fact that you know,

pareho nating nakukuha

that I love her.”

right now I know you guys.

Just last week, Mommy Raquel, during her live appearance on Buzz

Despite everything that’s been

ng Bayan blatantly insinuated that

said, Charice says she is hopeful that

confident that someday

Alyssa Quijano, Charice’s current

their being family would be given

everything’s gonna be fine,” she

partner, is only riding on her

more priority than their rift.

ended.

daughter’s coattails.

“But ang alam ko lang po is ang

Something which Charice

We’re family and I’m

Also last week, Mommy Raquel

ending po nito ay magkakaintindihan shared that Charice didn’t spend the

addressed during a taped interview

kami dahil mahal ko siya, mahal niya

recently-concluded holidays with

aired on the same show this Sunday

ako and I know that,’ she claimed.

them. However she

by saying, “Kasi dati magkalaban kami ni Alyssa at kumbaga ang tingin

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Carl?

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What would be her message to her mother and to her younger brother

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reiterated that their doors as well as her heart would

always be open for the singer should she decide to come home.

Vina Morales wants her daughter to finish school rather than joining Ni: Kristhoff Cagape showbiz

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Working Mom Cover Photo 2010 Ms. Vina Morales and Her daughter Ceana Morales

Ang cute ng daughter ni Vina Morales! Ceana accompanied her mom to the opening of Ystilo salon

INA MORALES

admitted that balancing work and motherhood is pretty tough for her. “Naku ang hirap, nahihirapan talaga ako kasi single mom ako eh, wala naman akong partner na nakatutok sa anak ko. That’s why ako, ang ginagawa ko talaga habang hindi pa siya nag-aaral dinadala ko siya sa set, kaya kumuha na lang talaga ako ng van at least hindi siya dito sa tent kasi maingay ‘yung bata. Don na lang siya manonood siya ng TV, hihiga siya don para komportable naman ‘yung anak ko,” she shared in an interview to the set of Maria Mercedes.

Nonetheless, she is grateful to her family, who every now and then, help her look after her daughter. “But I am just really thankful to my family dahil nandiya-diyan sila and ‘yung mga sisters ko, laging nandiyan.

Naiiwan ko sa kanila at pag may taping ako thankful ako sa ABS naman okay sa kanila na dalhin ko ‘yung anak ko.”

When asked if she’s noticing an interest to join show business in her daughter, Vina replied, “Definitely nasa tono ‘yung anak kong kumanta, talagang nasa tono siya at

powerful ‘yung boses niya pero hindi siya ‘yung, wala siya ‘yung ‘I want to be an actress’ wala ‘yung ganong feel.”

Vina added, “Di katulad ko nong nag umpisa ako, six years old kumakanta na talaga ako. Eight years old nagsho-show na ako sa school.

Nine years old nag-compete na ako, na-discover na ako ng Viva. So hindi ko talaga nakita sa kanya ‘yung urgena maging artista or maging singer. For now relax-relax lang siya pero alam ko mataas ‘yung boses ng anak ko. Sa pag-arte hindi ko pa alam.”

Would she allow her daughter to join showbiz even at a young age? “Parang hindi ko ma-imagine kasi alam ko kung gaano kahirap, hindi nga ako nakatapos ng pag-aaral eh dahil diyaan kasi nine years old pa lang ako nag-aartista na ako, nagsi-singer na ako, nagsho-shooting na ako, kaya alam ko ‘yung puyatan.”

Vina said that she wants her daughter to finish her schooling. “Gusto kong makatapos siya ng pag-aaral kaya nga ako nagsumikap eh para ‘yung schooling niya matapos niya. Hindi ko ma-imagine sa ngayon, kung commercial okay lang pero ‘yung as an actress at as a singer parang hindi ko ma-take,” she said.

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UNANG PUTOK!

Vice Ganda remains a Kapamilya; ‘I have never considered moving to other networks’

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ast January 13, Vice Ganda signed his new contract with the Kapamilya network in the presence of ABSCBN bigwigs Gabby Lopez, Charo SantosConcio, Cory Vidanes, Lauren Dyogi, and Deo Edrinal. The blockbuster comedian admitted he felt overwhelmed by the appearance of so many network VIPs. “First time kong mag-contract signing na nandito silang lahat. Nakaka-flatter na nandito yung mga big bosses. I feel so special na ganitong treatment yung binibigay nila sa akin.

Kaya ngayon mas warm yung pag-welcome at pagtanggap nila sa akin sa Kapamilya network kaya masaya, ibang importansya,” he said.

The Girl Boy Bakla Tomboy star said he has always been a true blue Kapamilya and never wavered in his loyalty to the station.

“I have never considered moving to other networks. Never. It was an easy negotiation.

Actually walang kailangang i-negotiate.

Nung sinabing mag-e-expire na, renew ka

na, sabi ko, 'Go!'” he admitted.

Vice shared that he is happy with the terms of his new contract and did not have any new demands or specifications.

“Tinanong lang nila na aside from GGV and Showtime kung may iba pa akong gustong gawin, sabi ko sobang kuntento na ako. Siguro meron lang mga reformat na gagawin para mas mapaganda yung mga programa. I didn't really ask for a new show, may gusto lang akong bagong atake sa GGV na gagawin na open naman sila sa ganun,” he explained.

Even after the P420 Million box-office returns of his MMFF film, Vice said asking for a higher talent fee was not his top priority but getting good, quality projects in the future. “They just gave me what I deserve. They just gave me what's due me,” he added.

Happy with the growing success of his Metro Manila Film Fest movie, Vice said he would consider joining the film festival again this year. “Showing pa rin naman,

Mariel Rodriguez confirms Robin Padilla and Daniel Padilla movie

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a pagtanghal

positive po ang pelikula namin na lalabas po

kay Robin

kayong nakangiti. Hindi po namin kayo bibigyan

Padilla bilang

ng problema. Itong pelikula po na ito ay ride,

Best Actor sa 39th

pasasakayin po kayo at habang pinapasakay po

Metro Manila Film

kayo, nakangiti kayo at nakakapit kasi action.”

Festival, malaki ang

Aminado ang mag-asawa na pagdating sa

pasasalamat ng aktor sa ibinigay sa kanyang pagkilala, ngunit may importanteng ipinapakiusap ang actor. “Tulad ng sinabi ko kanina, ang presyo

takilya ng 10,000 Hours, hindi masyadong maganda ang resulta nito. Ngunit ngayong humakot ng napakaraming award ang kanilang pelikula, umaasa sila na mas mabibigyan na ito ng pansin ngayon ng mga manonood. “Hindi

nito, kung magkano ang kikitain ng buong festival. ko masyadong tinitignan yung mga figures kasi Kung 800 million yun, 800 million ito. Ako kasi

sinasabi sa akin ni Robin na ang importante we

solve na ako e, ang binigay sa akin na karangalan

made a good film, that’s what matters and dito

ng Metro Manila Film Festival ay masyado nang

naman nakikita na it’s really a good film na-prove

mataas, yung pelikula masyadong maganda. Ang

na siya. Saka sa lahat ng nanonood talaga sinasabi

nais ko na lamang ay makabawi ang mga producer sobrang ganda and he really deserves the Best ko, ang mga batang-bata kong mga producer, bata

Actor Award.”

pa sila at sila ay punong-puno pa ng pangarap.”

Ibinahagi din ni Mariel na may pelikulang gagawin ang asawa kasama ang pamangkin na si Daniel Padilla. “Actually after this film excited Rodriguez ay buong-buo ang suporta sa aktor sa gabi ng parangal. “Congratulations talaga sa 10,000 kami kasi meron pang susunod na Robin Padilla film. Ito yung Sa Ngalan ng Ama, Ina at ng mga Hours. He really deserves this award, sabi ko nga Anak. Kaya sana pagkatapos nila panoorin yung this is the best Robin Padilla movie to date, this is 10,000 Hours, magtipid sila ng konti, magtipid the best Joyce Bernal movie to date kaya sana yung sila ng konti para meron pa silang budget para iba na hindi pa nakakapanood sana masuportahan sa susunod na Robin Padilla film with Daniel niyo po at sana mapanood. Kita niyo naman Best Padilla movie. Sabi ko nga ito yung new generation Picture, Best Actor. It’s really the best.” ng Padilla film, kung may Mistah’dati, ito yung Hango sa buhay ni Sen. Panfilo Lacson ang ‘Mistah’ of this generation.”

Maging ang asawa ni Robin na si Mariel

pelikulang 10,000 Hours. Kaya naman sa ilang

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At dahil kasama ni Robin ang asawa sa awards

nagbibigay ng kumento sa napakapulitikal nitong

night, hindi na rin naiwasang itanong kay Mariel

tema, nagbigay ng reaksiyon si Robin tungkol

na ngayong wala na ang nilipatang noontime show

dito. “Masyadong malakas yung sigaw ng pelikula

tungkol sa posibilidad na makita siyang muli sa

po. Nakikiusap yung pelikula natin na sana sa

telebisyon. Ang tanging nasabi ni Mariel ay, “We’ll

ating mga namumuno e makonsensiya naman

see, we’ll see”, na agad namang kinontra ni Robin,

sa mga pinaggagawa po nila at magkaroon ng

na aminadong ayaw munang pagtrabahuin ang

bagong idealismo at yun ay ang magsilbi sa tao.

asawa. Aniya, “Hindi pa pwede. Dapat meron na

Pero ang pelikula po namin hindi negative ah,

pero hindi pa pwede.”

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extended ang Girl, Boy, Bakla,Tomboy dahil more than one hundred theaters showing sa buong Pilipinas, sa Northern America at sa Canada kaya dire-diretso pa yung pagpapasaya. Pero tapos na yung nerbiyos ko. Nalagpasan ko na yung pressure, yung stress. Masayang masaya na ako kasi ang daming taong nagpakahirap gumawa ng pelikulang ito but it's all worth it. Okay lang naman sumali ulit. I wouldn't mind.

Kasi sobra akong blessed yung movie ko, film fest o hindi tinatao naman.

Tinatanggap naman siya ng tao. Kasi meron namang iba pag film fest bongga pero pag hindi parang okay lang,” he shared.

Young JV wants to collaborate with Bamboo and Sam Concepcion

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oung JV revealed that he dreams of working with Bamboo and Sam Concepcion. “I want to work with Bamboo sooner or later. Si Sam matagal na naming pinaplano ‘to pero never pa natugma kaya I guess we’re really young eh so sabi naming, ‘Sam gawa naman tayo ng alam mo ‘yun para sa kabataan so sana magawa namin.”

The young singer recently released a song titled “Ngiti” with Gary Valenciano which he is dedicating to fellow kababayans. “May bago akong album and nag-release ako ng bagong single with Gary Valenciano called ‘Ngiti.’ Inspiration of that song is mga Pinoy kasi alam ko mga ugali ng bawat Pilipino is very fun, loving and lagi tayong ngumingiti kahit gaano kahirap ang buhay, kahit ano man ang mangyari sa buhay nila they keep their head up high so ‘yung message na ‘yun napaka-importante sa mga kababayan, sa mga young Filipinos,” he said.

He also recently joined Maja Salvador on her dance tour and Young JV is looking forward to joining the actress hopefully on her world tour.

“I am very blessed to be a part of the tour kasi it’s getting bigger and bigger. Sana next year may world tour na kami and it’s a very talented group, ‘yun it’s a strong team.”

Young JV expressed his happiness for the continuous growth of OPM in the country these days. “Ako po I am very happy with everything, I’m happy with Abra, I’m happy with Sam (Concepcion), sabi ko nga tuloy-tuloy na ‘to, let’s just help one another kasi ‘yung youth kasi chinichange na natin ‘yung OPM eh, ‘yung tunog new school na hindi na masyado old school so masarap sa feeling kasi modernized na ‘yung OPM natin, that’s a good sign.”

When asked what he thinks is his edge from other artists in the country, he commented, “Siguro I am a song writer, aside from being a song writer I dance and I sing, I rap at the same time, so siguro ‘yun ‘yung difference ko sa iba.”

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Toni Gonzaga says Paul Soriano isn’t jealous of John Lloyd Cruz: ‘Nabuo na yung trust namin’

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n her new sitcom Home Sweetie Home, Toni Gonzaga plays wife to John Lloyd Cruz in what is reported to be this generation’s John En Marsha. Toni admitted she is lucky to have been paired with one of the Kapamilya network’s top talents. “Napakabait na tao, napaka-generous sa eksena. Suwerte yung mga nakakatrabaho niya talaga kasi he brings out the best. Lahat ng leading lady niya nadadala niya so hindi mahirap na makatrabaho si Lloydy kasi binibigay niya yung kailangan ng leading lady niya.

Madaling ma-in love sa kanya, madaling kiligin sa kanya kasi ibibigay niya sa iyo,” she admitted.

After first being teamed up in Star Cinema’s My Amnesia Girl in 2010, Toni admitted it took a while for her to get

comfortable doing scenes with Lloydy again.

“Hindi siguro mawawala kasi iba yung level ng comfortability namin ni John Lloyd sa isa’t isa kasi hindi naman kami everyday na nagkakasama sa work. Last time kami nagkasama was three years ago so siyempre nung nagkasama kami ulit, naiilang kami ulit. Gumagawa kami ng mga eksena na sweet pero hindi madaling ibalik yung dating pagkakasama kasi ang husay naman niya talaga, mapagbigay tapos napakagaling na actor. Pag nasa eksena na kami, mawawala na lahat ng hiya. Nung una talaga meron, yung first na mga eksena na ginawa namin kasi mag-asawa kami tapos sweet lagi. Pero eventually nung nag-dirediretso na, nawala na rin,” she shared.

On playing her first married role, Toni says she has learned a few things about marriage because of her new project. “Na kahit na may asawa ka, hindi mawawala yung pagmamahal at respeto mo sa mga magulang mo, kahit na minsan unreasonable sila kailangan mo irespeto kasi magulang mo sila at saka may limitasyon yung pangingialam ng magulang sa relasyon ng mag-asawa. Tapos yung sa pagka may asawa ka pala mas hahaba yung pasensya mo (laughs) kasi may sinumpaan kayo na for better or worse, through thick and thin, so hindi lang sa masaya, kailangan damayan mo siya pag may mahirap na pinagdadaanan din. Commitment,” she explained.

Toni said that even though she has already said in the past that she wants to get married by the age of 30, she is not impatient if it happens at a later time. “May asawa na ako sa TV. Sa personal hindi ko alam. Pero lagi namang ganun eh, plano

ng plano, lahat naman tayo may plano sa buhay, usually yung mga plano natin hindi lahat natutupad. Ako siyempre may mga plans ako, may mga sinet akong goals. Pero at the end of the day, it’s always God’s will naman kung anong gusto niyang mangyari sa buhay mo. So eventually if it will happen, it will happen. Ready na ako kahit anong ibigay sa akin ng life ko ngayon. Parang I’ve reached a point na whatever it is that life is going to offer me, I’m going to take it wholeheartedly. This sitcom, this show when it was offered to me, it came out of nowhere. Hindi ko hinigi, hindi ko inexpect. Madaming surprises na dumadating sa buhay so when that time finally comes and happens, siyempre I’m going to embrace it whole-heartedly,” she said.

On the set, Toni said Lloydy is a true gentleman and a good conversationalist.

“Nag-uusap kami ni Lloydy siyempre hindi ganun kalalim. May mga bagay I’m sure ikukuwento lang niya kay Angelica (Panganiban), yung mga super personal.

But we talk about life in general. Wala naman kaming problema sa personal na buhay, puro masaya lang yung pag-uusap namin, trabaho, mga common friends,” she said. Despite their growing closeness, Toni said her boyfriend Paul Soriano will have nothing to be jealous of. “Hindi naman, kasi kahit nung My Amnesia Girl. Sabi pa nga niya isa yun sa pinaka-paboritong pelikula niya na nagawa ko eh. Naku hindi. Siguro sa dami ng mga nagawa ko ng trabaho tapos naka-partner ko na rin, never naman nagkaroon ng ganun. Siguro for the past six years nabuo na yung trust namin,” she added.

Eugene Domingo opens up about what she is looking forward to in 2014

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araming nakapansin sa laki ng ipinayat ni Eugene Domingo lalo pa at very visible siya noong nakaraang 39th Metro Manila Film Festival para sa pelikula niyang Kimmy Dora: Ang Kyemeng Prequel. At sa kung papaano niya naggawa ang lahat ng ito, “Oo nga, siyempre ano, matagal na pagclecleansing, ang pagpapapayat naman hindi minamadali so this is really hard work and patience.”

Naging napakaganda ng taong 2013 para sa aktres, maliban sa kabi-kabilang awards na kanyang nakuha, iba’t ibang klase din ng pelikula ang kanyang mga naggawa at mga bagong

endorsements. Kaya naman ibinhagi niya ang ilan sa mga hindi niya makakalimutang mga pangyayari sa nakaraang taon. “From 2013, I am very happy that I have fulfilled my promise.

I said in the beginning that I am going to make movies with your favorite stars and Kimmy Dora is a promise to Spring Films, to Piolo Pascual that yung Kimmy Dora maipalabas sa MMFF at naipatupad ko naman.”

Kaya naman ngayong bagong taon, mas pagtutuunan ng atensyon ni Eugene ang kanyang sarili. Aniya, “Looking forward to learning new things, 2014 is all about myself. Barbara Stales is going to be shown… so that is like are introduction of myself as an actress.”

Lalo na sa taong ito, mas itutuon niya ang sarili sa pag-ibig, at may gagawing ilang mga pagbabago para maisakatuparan ito. “Especially the love life, love life. Siguro mas gagawin kong accessible yung sarili ko, mas friendly, mas sociable, sabi nila dapat ganun.” Hindi na rin particular si Eugene sa kung sino man ang dumating sa kanya, “Sa ngayon hindi na ako

namimili basta may mga mata, ilong, mga bibig, nagsasalita, okay naman na.”

Masaya si Eugene sa kinalabasan ng kabuuan ng MMFF ngayong taon lalu pa’t patapos na ito at kahit na taun-taon ay hindi na nawawala ang kontrobersya dito. “Well of course kasi ito lang yung chance na walang Hollywood films na kakumpetensiya sa ating mga sinehan and I am very happy na gumaganda ang qualities ng ating mga movies like I saw 10,000 Hours and I think it is a very decent film and of course I like our own, Kimmy Dora. Nagawa niyang itaas nga level ng comedy at sci-fi.”

At sa mga patuloy pa rin na nagtatanong kung masusundan ang pangatlong installment ng pelikulang Kimmy Dora na siyang nagluklok kay Eugene at nagpakilala sa kanya bilang bidang aktres sa mainstream market, ang kanyang sagot dito, “I said that this will be the third and the last and I always fulfill my promise. Siguro kung magkakaroon man we’ll venture out into comics or books or maybe a stage play pero sa movies last na.”

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