Ronnie Liang will have a tv project on studio 23, entitled 'TRAVELS TO CULINARY ADVENTURE; Places,People and Food' with chef Nicoleyh every Sunday 10:30am to 11am.
Ronnie Liang: Travels to Culinary Adventure
Ronnie Liang will have a tv project on studio 23, entitled 'TRAVELS TO CULINARY ADVENTURE; Places,People and Food' with chef Nicoleyh every Sunday 10:30am to 11am.
Chris Cayzer: The Only Thing
Hot hunk Chris Cayzer will be on SM MOA on Saturday, August 29, 2009 to launch his latest cd, 'The Only Thing'.For more photos and trivias about Chris Cayzer, visit http://pinoyhothunks.blogspot.com.
Miss Universe 2009 Question and Answer Portion
The grueling competition will finally be judged by the result of the question and answer portion in Miss Universe 2009. Under the pressure during this portion are Miss Venezuela Stefania Fernandez (Miss Universe 2009), Miss Domincan Republic Ada Aimee De La Cruz (First Runner-Up), Miss Kosovo Gona Dragusha (Second Runner-Up), Miss Australia Rachael Finch (Third Runner-Up) and Miss Puerto Rico Mayra Matos Perez (Fourth Runner-Up).
Asia's Titanic on National Geographic Channel
Yam Laranas (director of Sigaw and The Echo) took three years to make 'Asia's Titanic', a 100% Filipino-made documentary about the MV Doña Paz tragedy to be aired on National Geographic Channel at 8pm tonight (August 25, 2009).The documentary is produced by Andrew Roque.
Synopsis of the documentary:
December 20, 1987, just five days before Christmas, passenger ship MV Doña Paz collided with an oil tanker, MT Vector, off Mindoro Island in the Philippines. It is said that almost 5,000 passengers died in the tragedy and called the world’s worst peacetime maritime disaster.
Through dramatic first hand accounts from survivors and rescuers, transcripts from the Philippine congressional inquiry into the tragedy, archival footage and photos and a re-enactment of the collision, “Asia’s Titanic” would dissect how the Doña Paz tragedy unfolded.
Here's the screening schedule of Asia's Titanic.
August 25, Tuesday, 8:00 pm
August 26, Wednesday, 4:00 a.m./9:00 a.m./1:00 p.m./9:00 p.m.
August 30, Sunday, 9:00 p.m.
August 31, Monday, 1:00 a.m./5:00 a.m.
September 5, Saturday, 6:00 p.m.
September 28, Monday, 8:00 p.m.
September 29, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m
Sarah Geronimo: In My Life Theme Song
Sarah Geronimo sings the theme song of Star Cinema's 'In My Life' featuring John Lloyd Cruz, Luis Manzano and Ms. Vilma Santos. Sarah does a heartfelt rendition of Stephen Bishop's 'Something New In My Life'.
TV5 First Year Anniversary Parties
TV5 is inviting all 'ka-shakers' for their 1st year anniversary party this Friday (August 28, 2009) at the Glorietta 3 Covered Tent, Ayala Center, Makati City. Party starts shaking from 7pm until midnight.VIP tickets will be given away by joining the GIMME 5 PHOTO CONTEST.
Send in your most creative picture of NUMBER 5. Email it to happyone@tv5.com.ph for a chance to WIN VIP passes for you and 4 of your friends to the TV5 1st Birthday Party!
Winners will be notified via e-mail by TV5. Deadline of submission of entries is on August 27, 2009.
Start sending your entries for a chance to walk the TV5 Red carpet with your favourite stars!
Be part of TV5’s HAPPY ONE KIDDIE Party at ACTIVE FUN PLAY & PARTY CENTER, SM North Edsa on August 29, 2009, Saturday, from 9am until 12 noon.
Send us pictures of your ONE YEAR OLD Kids (or older) to happyone@tv5.com.ph for a chance to WIN invites to the much awaited TV5 Happy One Kiddie Party.
40 kids + 3 from their families will be invited. Pictures will be accepted from August 24 to August 28, 2009.
Your most awesome picture could be your ticket this fun-filled event!
Miss Venezuela Stefania Fernandez: Miss Universe 2009
During one of the year’s most exciting live international television events, a star-studded panel of judges chose Miss Venezuela, Stefania Fernandez, as MISS UNIVERSE® 2009 live from Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas.Miss Venezuela, Stefania Fernandez, is 18-years-old and she is interested in International Relations.
The judging panel for the 2009 Miss Universe Pageant included: Dean Cain, actor and producer best known for his TV portrayal of Clark Kent/Superman; Colin Cowie, author/television personality/designer to the stars; Gerry DeVeaux, award-winning producer, songwriter and style guru; Farouk Shami, Founder and Chairman of CHI Hair Care; Heather Kerzner, Ambassador for Kerzner International and their resorts, including Atlantis, Paradise Island; Richard LeFrak, Chairman, President and CEO, LeFrak Organization; George Maloof Jr., professional sports mogul and hotelier; Valeria Mazza, international supermodel; Matthew Rolston, leading photographer and director; Andre Leon Talley, award-winning writer and editor; Tamara Tunie, actress, "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit;" and Keisha Whitaker, fashion maven and founder of the Kissable Couture lip gloss line.
Throughout the two-hour event, contestants from over 80 countries and territories around the world competed in three categories: swimsuit, evening gown and personality interview. Dayana Mendoza,
Miss Universe 2008, crowned her successor at the conclusion of the two-hour primetime telecast before an estimated worldwide viewing audience of approximately one billion viewers.
Final Results:
First Runner-Up:
Miss Domincan Republic, Ada Aimee De La Cruz; will assume the duties of MISS UNIVERSE 2009 if the titleholder for some reason cannot fulfill her responsibilities.
Second Runner-Up:
Miss Kosovo, Gona Dragusha.
Rest of Top Five:
Miss Australia, Rachael Finch
Miss Puerto Rico, Mayra Matos Perez.
Rest of Top Ten:
Miss South Africa, Tatum Keshwar
Miss Czech Republic, Iveta Lutovska
Miss Switzerland, Whitney Toyloy
Miss USA, Kristen Dalton; and
Miss France, Chloe Mortaud.
Rest of Top Fifteen:
Miss Albania, Hasna Xhukici
Miss Belgium, Zeynep Sever
Miss Croatia, Sarah Cosic
Miss Iceland, Ingibjorg Egilsdottir; and
Miss Sweden, Renate Cerljen.
Miss Photogenic Universe™ Award:
Miss Thailand, Chutima Durongdej.
The general public voted on www.nbc.com for the delegate who exemplifies beauty through the lens of a camera. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize and a gift from pageant sponsor Diamond Nexus Labs.
Miss Congeniality Universe™ Award:
Miss China, Wang Jingyao.
This award reflects the respect and admiration of the delegate’s peers, who voted for her as the most congenial, charismatic and inspirational participant. She was awarded a $1,000 cash prize and a gift from Diamond Nexus Labs.
The MISS UNIVERSE® 2009 prize package includes:
the Miss Universe tiara and jewelry designed by Diamond Nexus Labs;
a two-year scholarship from the New York Film Academy worth more than $100,000 dollars to its acting or film-making programs;
an eveningwear wardrobe from Carlos Alberto;
a custom swimsuit wardrobe from BSC Swimwear Thailand;
a shoe collection from Nina Footwear;
an assortment of Luxe Collection video cameras from DXG USA;
a six-day/five-night vacation for two at Atlantis, Paradise Island, Bahamas with air travel accommodations by JetBlue Airways;
a year-long supply of Farouk Systems products, makers of CHI, the original Ceramic Technology tools;
a Skype kit featuring a laptop computer, webcam, speakers and a one-year Unlimited World plan to talk to friends and family;
membership to Gravity Fitness and pampering at John Barrett Salon; a fashion portfolio by leading fashion photographer Fadil Berisha; dermatology and skincare services by Dr. Cheryl Thellman-Karcher;
consultations with personal stylist Billie Causieestko and access to an event wardrobe from leading fashion designers;
a New York City apartment for the year of her reign including living expenses and professional representation by the Miss Universe Organization to further her personal and professional goals.
ABOUT THE MISS UNIVERSE ORGANIZATION
The MISS UNIVERSE®, MISS USA® and MISS TEEN USA® Pageants are a Donald J. Trump and NBC Universal joint venture. Utilizing its nationwide grass roots infrastructure, the Miss Universe Organization is committed to increasing HIV/AIDS awareness by focusing on women's health and reproductive issues. By forging relationships with organizations committed to research and education such as the Latino Commission on AIDS, God’s Love We Deliver, PSI/YouthAIDS and Gay Men’s Health Crisis. For more information, visit: www.missuniverse.com
Nina: Renditions of the Soul
Nina has just released her new CD called “Renditions Of The Soul” under Warner Music Philippines.Renditions Of the Soul is a selection of tracks taken from Nina’s Wave 89.1 acoustic show that is being aired live every Friday night at 7 pm. Being a top staple of Wave 89.1’s playlist created a show especially for the Soul Siren. Fans can look forward to hearing Nina render her own version of all-male hits from this special weekly radio show.
The 17-track album is a reflection of who Nina is at the moment. “I can say that the songs I sing in my albums very much represent who I am… Because when I sing songs, I try to make it my own even if it was done originally by another artist.” The melancholic yet powerful expression of feelings in the songs shows her unique talent as a singer.
Her singing perfectly renders the message ofevery selection: love, longing and the purity of emotional surrender. Thus, the first single from her album is “She’s Out of My Life,” that was originally sung by Michael Jackson. When asked what made her choose this as the first single, she said,”Almost all of the songs in the album would qualify as the first single however “She’s Out of My Life” was the one that got the warmest reception.”
The rest of the songs in the CD repertoire include: “Can’t Find the Words to Say Goodbye,” “Cold Summer Nights,” “Half Crazy,” “Home,” “Is There Something,” “One Last Cry,” “Why Can’t It Be,” “Go The Distance,” “7 Days,” “Never Again,” “Can You Feel The Love Tonight” and “Lost Without You.”
Celebrity Duet Season 3
On August 29, 2009, the third season of Celebrity Duets hosted by Ogie Alcasid & Regine Velasquez will start airing with a new set of non-professional singer contestants. With the board of judges composed of veteran concert & theatre director Freddie Santos, renowned composer & arranger Danny Tan and Celebrity Duets’ 1st grand winner & socialite Tessa Prieto-Valdez.Season 3 contestants:
GINA ALAJAR - Veteran Actress & Director
MAXI CINCO - Fashion Designer
NICCOLO COSME - Photographer
JOEL CRUZ - Entreprenuer
NONITO DONAIRE JR. - Boxing Champion
JANINA SAN MIGUEL - Beauty Queen
AKIHIRO SATO - Top Male Model
JOMARI YLLANA - Actor & Producer
Black Eyed Peas Set Billboard Hot 100 Record
The Black Eyed Peas have just made history on the Billboard charts for setting most weeks at No. 1 by a group or duo which was held by BoyzIIMen in the mid-90's with 16-weeks to their credit.The American hip hop group composed of Will.i.am, Taboo, Fergie and Apl.de.ap topped the Billboard’s hot 100 singles chart for a record-breaking 20 consecutive weeks, the most by any act in history.
Although the band has had monster hits before like “Where is the Love”, “My Humps”, “Let Get It Started” and “Don’t Lie”, “Boom Boom Pow” is their first No. 1 single.
Marian's 'maldita' moments
Talks about Marian Rivera as a celebrity with an "attitude" is growing louder by the day.The latest dish on Marian being a primadonna is her alleged disappointment over taping at a muddy location in Bulacan for "Darna."
Reportedly, Marian told a staff member, "Di ba sinabi ko sa inyo na ayaw ko nang maputik?"
So, what did the staff do to appease the complaining actress? He reportedly carried Marian to a mud-less place.
One time, too, still while taping for "Darna," Marian reportedly came in, wailing, "dumating na ang reyna na walang bulaklak sa tenga" which stunned those who heard the one-liner.
Some people speculated that Marian may have been referring to Carla Abellana who always has a flower in her ear for her role in the TV soap, "Rosalinda."
Story goes that in an event, Marian refused to share her dressing room with Carla because she wants the room all to herself.
Marian, who is part of the "Show Me The Manny" cast starring boxing champ Manny Pacquiao, is all praises for the boxing champ.
"Lahat kami dito masaya. Na-discover kong hindi pala siya (Manny) mahirap abutin. Super down to earth siya," Marian said.
Source: Manila Bulletin / http://ph.news.yahoo.com/mb/20090820/tel-marian-s-maldita-moments-2bf66ac.html
'Twilight' author sued for copyright infringement
By Alex DobuzinskisLOS ANGELES - A woman who wrote an obscure vampire book as a teenager has sued "Twilight" author Stephenie Meyer, accusing her of stealing ideas from the work for the fourth book in her vampire series, "Breaking Dawn."
Meyer's publisher responded that the lawsuit, filed on Wednesday in federal court in California, is a meritless claim meant to further the career of the aspiring screenwriter making the complaint.
Jordan Scott's lawsuit accuses Meyer of copyright infringement and argues that, as Scott wrote her vampire novel "The Nocturne," she posted passages online, and that Meyer stole ideas from Scott's work for her own book.
"The Nocturne" and "Breaking Dawn," which was published in 2008, show similarities in language, plot lines, characters and other points, Scott's lawsuit stated. For instance, the lawsuit said both books contain a wedding passage and an after-wedding scene of sex on the beach.
Hachette Book Group, Meyer's publisher, said the "alleged similarities" are "wholly lacking in substance," and Meyer based "Breaking Dawn" on an earlier, unpublished sequel to "Twilight" that she wrote.
Hachette called the suit a "publicity stunt to further Ms. Scott's career," and said it expected the court would dismiss it.
Meyer's "Breaking Dawn" is the fourth book in the "Twilight" series, which has sold more than 70 million copies worldwide and become the basis of a Hollywood movie series.
The first film, "Twilight," earned more than $380 million at worldwide box offices and the second, "New Moon," hits theaters in November. The books and movies are about a girl named Bella Swan, who has a star-crossed love affair with dangerous but handsome vampire Edward Cullen.
Scott's book "The Nocturne," which she started writing at age 15 in 2003, had an initial printing of 5,000 books and is about to go into a second printing, according to her lawsuit.
Source: http://ph.news.yahoo.com/rtrs/20090821/ten-entertainment-us-books-twilight-db3f2d5.html
Is Willie Revillame A Good Guy?
After earning the ire of most Filipino for requesting not to air the cortege of former President Cory Aquino simultaneously with 'Wowowee', Willie Revillame is facing another charge filed at the MTRCB by Arlene de Guzman-Ronquillo, wife of Willie’s friend, Raymond Ronquillo.Because of this, Willie took all his personal belongings in his dressing room. Willie refused to talk to ABS-CBN executives, which they reportedly only take in stride noting that 'Wowowee', the noontime show hosted by Willie Revillame even garnered high ratings without him.
Arlene de Guzman-Ronquillo filed the complaint at the MTRCB stating that Willie's jokes on air caused her marriage to fail and also caused embarrassment to her children who refused to go to school after being teased about the jokes Willie Revillame made.
Willie has been teasing his friend Raymond Ronquillo on air since October 2008. Making nonchalant remarks about Raymond being single and available.
Since Arlene's children constantly watched 'Wowowee', Arlene texted her husband Raymond to ask Willie to stop making such remarks on air. But this came to no avail because on July 18, 2009 Willie made these comments on air: “Nandito yung mga kaibigan ko na iniwan ang kani-kanilang asawa dahil sa babae!” and the video intentionally focused on Mr. Raymond Ronquillo and two other male friends.
Then last July 28, 2009, Willie said on air: “Yan si Raymond,” simultaneously focusing the camera on his face and “Yan si Aiko”, referring to one of the ASF Dancers and simultaneously focusing the camera on her face, “Yan ang ex-girlfriend ni Raymond!” “Di bale, kumita ka naman”, referring to Aiko. And then he laughed.
Now I'm beginning to wonder if Willie is really a good guy.
Mocha @ Adamson University
Mocha's August 21 show at Adamson University is postponed to Sept 25, 2009 due to the holiday.
MYMP High@5
Catch MYMP High@5 featuring Dingdong Avanzado, Jeffrey Hidalgo and Kris Lawrence on August 14, 2009, Friday at 10pm Metro Concert Bar.
Chris Cayzer and Viktoria at Technowave Bar
Catch Chris Cayzer and Viktoria's Vixen on Friday, 9pm, August 14, 2009 at Technowave Bar in Tomas Morato in front of Burgoo.
Juicy! Anniversary
Happy anniversary to Juicy! of tv5! It has been a year of showbiz intrigue and entertainment news with Alex Gonzaga and IC Mendoza as hosts. Juicy! is shown every 11:30am on tv5 from Monday to Friday.Happy Anniversary, mga Ka-freshness! Stay fresh! Stay Juicy!
'And I Love You So' Pulled Out From SM Cinemas
There is no ban to the Bea Alonzo/Sam Milby/Derek Ramsey movie, 'And I love You So' in SM Cinemas.Showbiz Intriga! Get It From Boy! wrote that "Star Cinema is demanding that SM Cinemas rectify errors it made six years ago, when Star Cinema discovered that SM is not correctly reporting income at the box-office of their movies. Star Cinema is said to have been demanding payment since to no avail. Hence, from hereon, and unfortunately for And I Love You So, Star Cinema has decided to boycott SM Cinemas, which comprises 42% of Philippine Box-Office Sales. And I Love You So which was originally scheduled to hold its Premiere Night in SM Megamall, instead held its Premiere at Cinema 5 of the Trinoma Mall on August 11, 2009. It will be shown in 100 theaters nationwide outside of the SM Malls theater circuit."
There is no truth about the misunderstanding of SM and Star Cinema because SM is being endorsed by Marian Rivera!
Angel Locsin Still Number 1
Although Marian Rivera's Darna pilot episode received a very high 44.1% ratings according to AGB Nielsen, it was still not enough to topple Angel Locsin's Darna which is the All-Time Number 1 Pilot Episode in GMA Primetime Series.Marian Rivera's Darna only placed 4th next to Dyesebel (3rd) and Encantadia (2nd). Here's the list:
ALL TIME TOP 10 PILOT RATINGS OF GMA PRIMETIME SERIES
1. Darna (Angel Locsin) - 47.1% (April 11, 2005)
2. Encantadia - 45.9% (May 2, 2005)
3. Dyesebel - 44.9% (April 28, 2008)
4. Darna (Marian Rivera) - 44.1% (August 10, 2009)
5. Kamandag - 42.7% (Nov. 19, 2007)
6. Asian Treasures - 41.8% (Jan. 15, 2007)
7. Codename: Asero - 40.1% (July 14, 2008)
8. Luna Mystika - 38.9% (Nov. 17, 2008)
9. Etheria - 38.5% (Dec. 12, 2005)
10. Lupin - 37.8% (April 9, 2007)
Source: AGB Nielsen Philippines
Darna Soars High
The problem with the ratings game in tv nowadays is that there are too many sources with opposite results. However, it is definite that Darna's pilot episode soared high in the ratings game. Here are the results of last Monday's faceoff between 'Darna' and 'May Bukas Pa' according to AGB Nielsen and TNS.TOP 20 PROGRAMS NATIONWIDE
(August 10, 2009 – Monday; AGB Nielsen)
1. May Bukas Pa - 37.6% (ABS-CBN)
2. Darna - 37.5% (GMA-7)
3. TV Patrol World - 35.9% (ABS-CBN)
4. Tayong Dalawa - 34.9% (ABS-CBN)
5. Only You - 32% (ABS-CBN)
6. Boys Over Flowers - 25.9% (ABS-CBN)
7. Wowowee - 24.4% (ABS-CBN)
8. 24 Oras - 23.7% (GMA-7)
9. Rosalinda - 23.6% (GMA-7)
10. The Wedding - 20.4% (ABS-CBN)
11. Kambal Sa Uma - 20.4% (ABS-CBN)
12. Adik Sa’Yo - 19.3% (GMA-7)
13. Eat Bulaga - 17.6% (GMA-7)
14. Precious Heart’s Romances Presents: Bud Brothers - 17.3% (ABS-CBN)
15. Sine Novela: Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin - 15.4% (GMA-7)
16. Maria De Jesus: Ang Anghel Sa Lansangan (ABS-CBN)/Sine Novela: Ngayon at Kailanman - 14.9% (GMA-7)
17. Daisy Siete - 14.8% (GMA-7)
18. Pilipinas Game Ka Na Ba? - 14.3% (ABS-CBN)
19. Miss No Good - 13.6% (ABS-CBN)
20. Mr. Bean - 11.5% (ABS-CBN)
TOP 10 PROGRAMS IN MEGA MANILA (WHOLE DAY RATINGS)
(August 10, 2009 – Monday; Taylor Nelson Sofres)
1. Darna - 47.6% (GMA-7)
2. 24 Oras - 31.2% (GMA-7)
3. Rosalinda - 31.1% (GMA-7)
4. Tayong Dalawa - 29.2% (ABS-CBN)
5. May Bukas Pa - 27.9% (ABS-CBN)
6. TV Patrol World - 27.6% (ABS-CBN)
7. Adik Sa’Yo - 27.3% (GMA-7)
8. Eat Bulaga - 25% (GMA-7)
9. Only You - 23.9% (ABS-CBN)
10. Cruel Love - 20.3% (GMA-7)
Willie Revillame vs. MTRCB and KBP
If you noticed the absence of Willie Revillame on his noontime show 'Wowowee' recently. He has been on the center of controversies after he asked on air to take out the video inset of former President Cory Aquino's cortege.MTRCB and KBP is reported to meet soon to discuss the possible actions against Willie Revillame regarding this incident.
Click here to watch the Wowowee episode on YouTube.
Here's a news article from Yahoo! News/GMANews.tv:
ABS-CBN noontime host Willie Revillame’s “objectionable" way of removing the live video of former President Corazon Aquino’s cortege from his popular midday program “Wowowee" last Monday violated the broadcast code of ethics, an official of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) said.
NO TO WILLIEThe online petition calling for TV host Willie Revillame's ouster from his "Wowowee" show in ABS-CBN has already attracted thousands of angry respondents.
As of 5 p.m. Saturday, Roel Saguisag's petition has gathered 16,642 signatures, with at least 40 new respondents every ten minutes. PetitionOnline noted that "Petition to Oust Willie Revillame" is the second most active petition on the site.
This is also the second time since Kevin Nadal's online petition for an apology from the "Desperate Housewives" producers in 2007 that a Filipino-made petition has generated such buzz on the site.
"Was it really hard for him to be humble and human?" Saguisag wrote in his petition, "Pres. Aquino taught us humility and Revillame is showing us the exact opposite."
See petition here
- Joseph Holandes Ubalde
In an interview with GMA News’ Sherrie Ann Torres on Friday, MTRCB chair Consoliza Laguardia said Revillame also violated Sec. 3 of Presidential Decree 1986.
"Yung personal kong tingin objectionable ‘yung ginawa ni Willie kasi pwede niyang ginawa ung offcam. He violated the broadcast code of ethics of KBP (Kapisanan ng Brodkaster ng Pilipinas) and then sa part ng MTRCB, Sec. 3 of PD 1986 ‘yung being objectionable and contrary to good customs and tradition," Laguardia said.
(In my personal view, Willie’s action was objectionable because he could have said those things off camera. He violated the broadcast code of ethics of the KBP and for the part of MTCRB, he violated Sec. 3 of PD 1986, by being objectionable and contrary to good customs and tradition.)
On camera last Monday, during Wowowee's regular airing, Revillame testily told his network's management to remove the video of Mrs. Aquino’s cortege aired simultaneously in an inset frame on TV screens.
“Hindi siguro magandang tingnan na pinapakita niyo yan (Mrs. Aquino’s footage). Nagsasaya kami tapos pinapakita niyo yung, I don't think dapat ipakita yan."
“Eh mahihirapan akong magsalita rito. Nagpapasaya ako nakikita ko ‘yung ano (cortege) ni Tita Cory. Sana pakitanggal naman muna ‘yan sa ating traffic. Kasi kung ganyan pakita nalang natin ‘yan kasi nagsasaya kami dito tapos masakit sa akin yan. Nagsasalita ako dito yan Pls, sana maintindhan niyo, nagsasaya kami dito papakita niyo sa amin yun. Diba? Hindi tama eh okay?"
“Hay nako. Pangit. Hindi maganda ho sa atin nagsasalita pinapakita yung kabaong ni Tita Cory. Diba? Paano kami magkakapagsaya nahihirapan kami? I'm sorry ho ah pero ako totoo ako eh. ‘Wag niyo akong papagalitan...Pagkatapos ng show pakita niyo ‘yung gusto niyong ipalabas. Kasi itong Wowowee gusto ko at alam din ni Tita Cory ‘yan kasi napasaya din siya ng show na ito na laging masaya dito. Okay?"
The live video of the transfer of Cory's body to the Manila Cathedral was removed from his show moments later.
A day after his controversial remarks, Revillame apologized through Wowowee and clarified that he had no ill intentions when he sought the removal of the insets.
“Sa sitwasyon na ito, kung may nasaktan ako, I’m sorry. Sa pamilya Aquino, alam ng buong pamilya Aquino, wala akong masamang intensyon doon (I’m sorry if what I did hurt anyone. The entire Aquino family knows I have no bad intentions)," Revillame said.
He explained that as the host of a variety show (where guests play games and win money), it would have been hard for him to make his audience happy if Mrs. Aquino’s casket was simultaneously shown.
Teach him a lesson
Two media organizations, the National Press Club and the Alyansa ng Filipinong Mamahayag (Afima), also expressed dismay over Revillame’s remark.
"Siguro dapat mabigyan siya ng leksyon ngayon. Iba na to eh. Ibang case na to eh (He should be taught a lesson this time. This is a different case)," said AFIMA president Jerry Yap.
"Kung hindi niya titigilan yung ganong attitude niya I don’t think dapat pa siyang panoorin ng tao (If he will not change his attitude I don’t think people should continue watching him)," said NPC president Benny Antiporda.
The report said the MTRCB and the KBP will meet to discuss the possible actions against Revillame.
Source: GMANews.TV
Primetime Faceoff: Darna vs. Santino
Tonight is the faceoff of two primetime power series. 'Darna' and 'May Bukas Pa'.Mars Ravelo's 'Darna' will air its pilot episode tonight featuring Marian Rivera as Narda/Darna. Her leading man will be Mark Anthony Fernandez as Eduardo while Iwa Moto will play the role of Valentina.
Eddie Garcia as Father Mateo, Celia Rodriguez as Perfecta, Caridad Sanchez as Loleng, Robert "Buboy" Villar as Carding or Ding, Raymart Santiago as Crisanto, Rufa Mae Quinto as Francesca, Janice de Belen as Consuelo, Rita Avila as Alicia, Jestoni Alarcon as Simon, Ian de Leon as Alfonso, Alfred Vargas as Gabriel, Polo Ravales as Shiro, Angel Aquino as Guardian/Original Darna, Gabby Eigenmann as Apollo, Bearwin Meily as Watson, Krissa Mae Arrieta as Liberty and Roxanne Barcelo as Aleli costars.
Ehra Madrigal as Babeng Lawin, Francine Prieto as Babeng Tuod, Nadine Samonte as babaeng Impakta, Maggie Wilson as babaeng Linta, Ricky Davao as Dr. Morgan and Paolo Contis as Kobra will play villain roles in the series.
Renz Valerio will play young Eduardo, Joy Folloso as young Narda, and Sweet Ramos as young Valentina. Odette Khan as Lola and Kier Legaspi will be a kidnapper in the series.
Dominic Zapata and Don Michael Perez directs while Jun Lana heads the creative team who writes the series.
Meanwhile, 'May Bukas Pa' power cast will be joined by Dolphy and Vhong Navarro tonight. Zaijan Jaranilla leads the cast as Santino. Also on the series are Albert Martinez, Dina Bonnevie, Tonton Guttierez, Precious Lara Quigamann, Victor Basa, Maja Salvador, just to name a few.What will you watch? Well you can actually watch both here on Showbiz Tidings. Just open both channels on different window browsers. Well, that's just a thought.
Click here to open Kapamilya Channel on a new window.
Click here to open Kapuso Channel on a new window.
Vilma Santos as Cory Aquino
Star Cinema is set to produce the filmbio of former President Cory Aquino next year. The Star For All Season, Vilma Santos, is eyed to play the role of the former President. Since Vilma will be running for election on May 2010, the movie can't be shown before that as per Comelec's rules.Vilma has made more than 190 films to date. Some of her movies are Trudis Liit (1963); Kampanerang Kuba (1973); Darna and the Giants (1974); Burlesk Queen (1977); Pagputi ng Uwak, Pag-itim ng Tagak (1978); Relasyon (1982); T-Bird at Ako (1982); Broken Marriage (1983); Sister Stella L. (1984); Tagos ng Dugo (1987); Ibulong Mo Sa Diyos (1988); Pahiram ng Isang Umaga (1989); Dahil Mahal Kita (1993); Bata, Bata...Paano Ka Ginawa? (1998); Anak (2000); Dekada '70 (2002)
Vilma has won more than 30 acting awards including: 6 FAMAS Awards; FAMAS Hall of Fame; 4 FAP Awards, 8 Gawad Urian Awards; 1 Cinemanila Award; Cinemanila Lifetime Achievement Award; and 1 Brussels International Festival award
Some of her notable roles are that of Sister Stella Legaspi (Sister Stella L.), a nun who realizes her true calling amidst social injustice; Dolzura Cortez (Dahil Mahal Kita), the first publicized Filipino HIV/AIDS patient; and Lea Bustamante (Bata, Bata...Paano Ka Ginawa?), a woman with an abundant lust for life and love.
She is currently the Governor of Batangas province. Her last film was Mano Po III: My Love in 2004, but she just finished shooting 'In My Life' with son Luis Manzano and John Lloyd Cruz.
Blind Waves: Sexy Actor
Lexuality.com posted recently that one of the actors of the Alterejos/Bonife films "is now the kept hunk of one of the more famous soap opera directors from ABS-CBN."Lex is not telling! Would anyone know who this is? Here are the choices!
a. Harry Laurel (Ang Lalake sa Parola)
b. Johnron Tanada (Kambyo)
c. Josh Ivan Morales (Ang Lihim ni Antonio)
d. Gabz del Rosarion (Kambyo)
e. Justin de Leon (Ang Lalake sa Parola)
Gerald Anderson: Agimat Hot Hunk
Four hot hunks were chosen to reprise the roles of Ramon Revilla in the latest action series of the Kapamilya Network. 'Agimat: Ang Mga Alamat ni Ramon Revilla' will start airing this August 2009 every Saturday at 6:15pm. First feature of the series will be 'Tiagong Akyat' with Gerald Anderson as Santiago Ronquillo. A localized Robinhood hero with extra ordinary powers from an agimat called Pangil ng Kidlat.The other three hot hunks are Jake Cuenca, Coco Martin and Jolo Revilla.
Lea Salonga: Bayan Ko
Lea Salonga sings 'Bayan Ko' during the burial of former President Corazon Aquino.
Carlo Aquino on Midnight DJ
Carlo Aquino does a first in his career by playing a very unique role on TV5’s top-rating show Midnight DJ. Carlo showcases his acting versatility by portraying one of the most famous mythical creatures in Filipino folklore, that of a “Manananggal” in the episode of the same title. The episode will be aired this Saturday at 8:00 PM, with co-guest stars Yayo Aguila and Michelle Gallaga.A quiet university is disturbed when a mysterious night creature prowls on unsuspecting school staff and students. The whole school is horrified, and the university dean, Ms. Gatdula (played by Yayo Aguila) wants answers that only Ramon Ibarra (played by Carlo Aquino) and his mother (played by Michelle Gallaga) know. Of course, only the whole Midnight DJ team led by Samboy, played by Oyo Sotto, can puzzle out the mysteries of the campus "manananggal."
Witness how Carlo Aquino brings to life this creature and find out how Samboy, Andrea (Desiree del Valle), Trixie (Jenny Miller), Bodjie (Joaqui Tupas), and QT (Meg Imperial) will solve the supernatural disturbances within the university in Midnight DJ this Saturday, 8 p.m., right after the number one Talent Show on free-TV, Talentadong Pinoy, only on TV5.
Glaiza de Castro will play Eunice in Stairway to Heaven
The search is finally over, Glaiza de Castro will be Dingdong Dantes's leading lady in 'Stairway to Heaven' as Eunice. The most coveted role was first rumored to be given to Rhian Ramos.It is a pleasant surprise that Glaiza will be in a primetime soap with no less than Dingdong Dantes as her leading man. There's no doubt that the Angel Locsin-look-a-like is a good actress, we just hope that there will be good chemistry between the two leading stars of 'Stairway to Heaven'.
'Kung Aagawin Mo Ang Lahat Sa Akin' recently just started so it was far from Glaiza's mind that she would have another soap this early. She's very grateful to the people who believe in her and she was quoted by PEP.ph saying "Huwag kayong mag-alala, gagawin ko ang lahat ng makakaya ko para hindi kayo ma-disappoint at para ma-meet ang expectation n'yo. Hindi ko sisirain ang character ni Eunice."
Survivor Palau Castaways Revealed
GMA-7 has finally revealed the names of the 16 castaways who will try to follow the footsteps of JC Tiuseco in the second season of Survivor Philippines in Palau which will start airing on August 17, 2009.Paolo Bediones will still host the show. There will be a Survivor Philippines: Palau Launch Party at Embassy on August 17, 2009 where you can meet the 16 Castaways.
To get free invites you have to answer one of these two questions:
1.) What do you think are the qualities needed to become a Pinoy Sole Survivor? or
2.) What makes you a Survivor?
Visit their official blogsite for details on how to get free invites to the launch party at Embassy. Click here.
The 16 official castaways of GMA-7’s Survivor Philippines (Season 2) in Palau are:
Cris BoladoThe Gentle Giant
Former PBA Player/Basketball Clinic Instructor
39 YRS. OLD
QUEZON
“Survivor ako dahil gusto kong maibalik ang mga nawala sa akin before, especially money. It’s sad but I know there will be hope na darating for me to build again all my dreams.”
Cris Bolado retired from professional basketball in 2003 because of injury.
Since then, he has kept himself busy coaching in basketball clinics all over the country.
Towering at 6 feet and 6 inches, Cris is the biggest among the second batch of Castaways.
Basketball has instilled in Cris the value of discipline and the dedication to always give 110 percent to the game.
“Kahit sa Survivor Philippines, 110 percent ang dapat na ibigay mo sa laro. Iba siya sa basketball dahil iba-iba ang gagawing challenges at hindi mo talaga malalaman kung ano ang mangyayari pero dapat ibigay mo pa rin lahat,” Cris said.
Cris aspires to bring back everything he has lost after his professional basketball career.
“Gusto kong magsimula ulit at ito ang nakita kong paraan kaya ako sumali sa Survivor Philippines Palau,” he concluded.
Will he crush his co-Castaways or will his gentle heart prevail?
Mika BatchelorSexy Chef
25 YRS. OLD, CHEF AND RESTAURANT OWNER
PALAWAN
“I consider myself a Survivor because I am not afraid to meet life head-on and I never back away from a challenge as what does not kill me makes me stronger.”
Mika Batchelor is a 25-year old chef and restaurateur from Coron, Palawan. The beauty of her hometown made her fell in love with the ocean and the outdoors.
Among her adventurous hobbies include surfing, sailing and rock–climbing.
But she faces challenges everyday as she takes charge of her restaurant by herself.
“Being a restaurant owner, I really learned leadership by dealing and socializing with people,” Mika said.
To prepare herself for Survivor Philippines Palau, Mika ate lots of high–protein food, fruits and vegetables.
“We have a hill in Coron with a cross at the top; it’s about seven hundred steps. I run there back and forth every day for my endurance,” Mika added.
Will this sexy and energetic chef make it on top of Survivor Philippines?
Shaun Rodriguezthe Hot Dad
Fitness Buff/Governmnet Employee
ZAMBALES
“Naranasan ko nang ma-bankrupt dati dahil sa negosyo as in wala natirang pera sa akin tapos ang dami kong utang. Pero hindi ako nawalan ng pag-asa.. namasukan ako sa isang shipping line. 2 months pa lang ako nagte-training, kinuha na kong waiter sa barko ng isang international cruise, hanggang sa unti-unti, nabayaran ko ang utang ko. Ginawa ko lahat ng best ko at hindi ako sumuko. Survivor Ako!”
Shaun Rodriguez knows how it feels to be on top one day and down in the gutters the next after suffering bankruptcy and losing everything he has invested in a mining business years ago.
But what’s important to him is that he was able to bounce back and now takes pleasure in the simple joys of being a public servant.
Shaun works as a Public Relations staff at the City Council’s Office in Manila where he is engaged in dental and medical missions and feeding programs among other public service affairs.
“I have really become sympathetic to the plight of the less fortunate,” Shaun said. “Masarap tumulong sa mahihirap lalo na pag na-a-appreciate nila ang kahit kaunting tulong na naibigay mo sa kanila.”
To prepare himself for Survivor Philippines: Palau, Shaun focused on improving his endurance by running for hours from the Quirino Grandstand to Roxas Boulevard.
“Tingin ko iyon ang importante sa laro, yung matibay ang katawan mo. Kahit gutom ka, kailangan 100% pa rin ang ibibigay mo sa challenges. Bawal ang lampa sa Survivor Philippines.” Shaun added.
Find out if Shaun’s preparation is enough to cope with what is in store for the Castaways of Survivor Philippines: Palau.
Maya SegoviaLady Pilot and a Mom
32 YRS. OLD, MILITARY OFFICER
BATANGAS
“I’m a survivor in the truest sense. I survived all life’s challenges. I can accomplish anything inspite of all the personal problems I’m going through. I’m a mom, a military officer, a military pilot and a business woman. I can do multi-tasking and get the work done well.”
Captain Maya Segovia, a military officer and a pilot of the Philippine Air Force has always thought of herself as a man trapped in a woman’s body.
“Kahit na emotional pa rin ako bilang babae, kaya kong makipagsabayan sa mga lalaki,” the mother of two said.
Maya has been a pilot for seven years and she believes that it is her destiny to be a part of the profession ruled by men.
“Flying is really one of the things that make me happy,” she added.
Always competitive and physically active, Maya has been a mountaineer for 16 years and has also participated in triathlons.
She is also a taekwondo black-belter.
Despite all her credentials, Maya prepared herself for Survivor Philippines: Palau by studying people politics through reading books on psychology.
“Doon ako mahina, e.” Maya admits. “Hindi ako marunong makisama sa mga tao. Dahil sa military ako, sanay ako na magbigay at kumuha ng mga utos. Gawin ang dapat gawin, no emotions dapat, no questions asked.”
We’ll find out if this super mom would soar as a Castaway in Survivor Philippines: Palau.
Amanda Colley Van CoollProbinsiyanang Tisay
Female Construction Worker in Alaska USA
25 YRS. OLD
MINDORO
“Survivor ako dahil bilang isang construction worker sa mundo ng mga lalaki, kinakaya at ginagawa ko ang trabaho, enjoy ko pa!”
Amanda Coolley Van Cooll works as a general labor construction worker in Alaska.
Name a work in construction and she’s done it all – from driving trucks to mixing cement.
“I love building things and working with my hands,” Amanda said when asked why she chose a career considered for men.
Amanda said that she got bored working in a bank, doing the same things everyday.
“In construction, there’s really no specific job description. The work is very physical and there’s always something different and new in every project,” Amanda said.
Amanda grew up a probinsyana and is accustomed to island life. She is confident that her experiences prepared her enough for the game.
For the challenges of Survivor Philippines Palau, Amanda did a lot of research and a lot of eating, too.
“I really had to gain some weight, because alam ko na papayat ako,” she added.
Does Amanda have what it takes to become the first Pinay Sole Survivor?
Charles de Vera FernandezRaketista
21 YRS. OLD, Businessman
DAGUPAN
“Survivor ako sa lahat ng trials sa aking buhay. Nakapagtapos ako ng studying ko through sipag at tiyaga sa iba’t ibang raket and sa direct selling business.”
“Madaldal, malakas ang loob at makapal ang mukha.”
That’s how Charles of Dagupan city would best describe himself and he was able to make good use of those traits to achieve the things he wants in life.
At the age of 18, Charles decided to become independent and live on his own without asking support from his parents.
He has probably sold everything direct-selling business could offer – from shoes and clothes to cosmetics.
And because of his perseverance, persuasiveness and talkativeness Charles was able to finish studying at the University of Luzon in Dagupan City.
“Gusto kong ipakita sa mga kabataan na hindi sila dapat umasa sa mga magulang nila,” Charles asserted. “Tayo rin ang dapat kumilos para sa sarili natin.”
Charles said that he is a chameleon, always being able to adapt to any environment.
Find out how far this smooth-talking chameleon would go as a Castaway on Survivor Philippines
Jef Gaitanthe Girl Next Door
Student and Part-time Model
22 YRS. OLD, PRINT AND COMMERCIAL MODEL
LAGUNA
“I’m a real Survivor because I survived on my own in real life. I took the risk to be independent at a very young age. I survived growing up in the city alone. I became a parent to myself and a teenager at the same time.”
Jef Gaitan may be sweet, friendly and approachable but her charming demeanor and her stunning looks should not be construed as signs of weakness.
“Palaban ako at matapang kapag kinakailangan,” the petite model said.
At 18, she decided to become truly independent and she stopped studying to focus on her modeling career.
When faced with tough challenges, Jef has always resorted to prayers.
“I really depend and find comfort in God,” Jef said. “Whenever problems come my way, I accept them and look for solutions instead of dwelling on them.”
Find out if indeed her looks can be deceiving as Jeff fight for the title to become the first Pinay Sole Survivor.
Troy PerezThe Mentalist
27 YRS. OLD, MENTALIST MAGICIAN
MANILA
“Since my childhood, it’s been my obsession to be different from my playmates, classmates and friends through magic and real life adventures. In joining this game, it will further bolster my longing for more adventure. It will open a wider horizon for the fulfillment of my dreams.”
It is second nature for Troy Perez to entertain people, the very reason why he got into performing as a magician or, as he prefers to be called, a mentalist.
After taking up BS Biology in Manila, he landed a job in a bank and his mentalist tricks came in handy as he usually got invited to corporate shows.
“I hate to be caught off-guard,” Troy said when asked how he would describe himself. To avoid such situations, he had a unique way of preparing his state of mind for Survivor Philippines: Palau.
“Bago pa man ‘yung show, I practiced remote viewing or visualization,” Troy said. “I already imagined the situations I could possibly face and my reaction to those situations,” He added.
Let’s see if his tricks would work to his advantage in the islands of Palau.
Suzuki SadatsuguJapinoy Hunk
Criminology Student/Model
21 YRS. OLD
TONDO
“Survivor ako kasi kahit malayo ako sa parents ko, kaya kong labanan ang lahat ng challenges sa buhay ko… kahit hindi lahat ng tao, naiintindihan ako, sinisigurado ko bago matapos ang araw ay nakilala ko sila at nakilala rin nila ako at naiintindihan ang pagkatao ko.”
Suzuki Sadatsugu lived in Japan for 18 years but still managed to stay true to his Filipino roots.
He usually visits his relatives in Manila, the reason he’s very familiar with the country and knows how to speak Filipino quite well.
Fondly called “Piko” or “Zuki”, he is taking up BS Criminology at Emilio Aguinaldo College in Manila.
Towering at 6 feet and banking on his exotic looks, Suzuki started modeling when he was 19 years old and gained quite an exposure by joining competitions.
Suzuki would try to stay true to himself as he faces the challenges of being a Castaway.
“Masayang-masaya ako na nakasali ako sa Survivor, pero kinakabahan ako sa pautakan. Hindi ko kasi kaya na mag-lie o kaya ’yung awayin ang ibang Castaways. Friendly talaga ako at lagi lang akong nagpapatawa. Sana matawa sila sa jokes ko para hindi nila ako sipain sa island.” Suzuki said.
Would his charm be enough to make him the next Pinoy Sole Survivor?
Echo CaceresSpicy Bicolana
Call Center Agent
20 YRS. OLD
BICOL
“I’m a real survivor because I am an all-in-one package person who knows my strength and knows when to use it. I am not only physically strong and witty but I know how to deal with different people even in difficult situations and I am able to easily adapt to any environment whether city or island life, making it with full determination.”
As the eldest of seven siblings, Echo Caceres of Sto. Domingo, Albay had to become a breadwinner at a young age.
One of the major challenges her family faced was when their house was destroyed by typhoon Milenyo, while she was on training in Singapore.
Despite the challenges, Echo keeps a positive attitude by living her life to the fullest.
She tags herself as a “feisty call center agent”.
But what’s with her nickname?
“People have always called me “Echo” not only because of my distinct voice na ume-echo talaga, but because I have become a catalyst of change when I was a student,” Echo said. “I really deliver my opinions passionately.”
How will Echo spice up the show, we’ll find out on Survivor Philippines: Palau!
Vlad Nesasthe Metrosexual
Brainy Model
24 YRS. OLD, PROFESSIONAL MODEL
LAS PINAS
“I consider myself a real survivor because I have been through a lot of challenges in my life. Growing up, I always felt insecure. Pakiramdam ko ang pangi-pangit ko. This is the reason why I improved my body, my looks, pati na ang dating ko sa mga tao.Tingnan mo naman ngayon, hindi lang ako nag-improve, model pa ako ngayon.”
Vlad Nesas calls himself an “alpha male”, a dominant guy who always gets what he wants. He is confident that this is going to be his ace in winning the title of Pinoy Sole Survivor.
Vlad is a graduate of Industrial Design, Major in Fine Arts at the University of Sto. Tomas where he was also a varsity swimmer.
He considers Joining Survivor Philippines: Palau as his major test of character.
“Kapag nakayanan ko itong Survivor, made na made na talaga ako” Vlad said smugly. “To prepare, talagang pinaganda ko ang katawan ko… sinanay ko ang sarili ko sa hirap. Grabe, six times a week na nga ang pagwo-work out ko. Kaya ba ng iba yun?”
He also knows that the cash prize and the title would drastically change his life, that’s why he is giving his all in the game.
“Hindi ako nagpapatalo. Hindi ako madaling mauto o mapaikot. Hindi rin ako takot manggago. Kung nabilib sila kay Marlon noon… well, hindi pa nila nakikilala si Vlad!” he said.
We’ll find out if Vlad would get what he wants and dominate in Survivor Philippines: Palau.
Carol GementizaTerror Teacher
45 YRS. OLD, PUBLIC SCHOOL TEACHER
ILOILO
“My experience in life is being a mother of six children and a teacher whose first assignment as a public school teacher in the farthest barangay was a tough challenge considering that I will leave my family for a whole week everytime. Presently, my assignment is being in charge of the out-of-school adults including illiterates in the whole municipality. Halos lahat ng puwedeng lapitan para matulungan ang mga estudyante, ginagawa ko. Lahat ng trials sa family at work ko hinhaharap ko… I never say quit because I believe na hindi Niya ibibigay sa akin ang mga bagay na alam Niyang hindi ko kayang gawin. Tatag at determinasyon ang aking mga secret weapon.”
Carol Gementiza, a public school teacher for 20 years, is the oldest among the Castaways of Survivor Philippines: Palau.
She said that it was her children that encouraged and motivated her to audition for Survivor Philippines Palau
“Sabi nila sa akin, ang mga ginagawa ko ngayon ay para talagang bagay na bagay sa Survivor Philippines,” Carol said.
Her experience as a teacher taught her patience and perseverance, which would seem enough to make her fit to become a Castaway.
But Carol has also prepared herself to the fact that anything can happen in the game and would do everything she can to win the title of being the first Pinay Sole Survivor.
Marvin Kieferthe Ultimate Crush
Model
18 YRS. OLD
CAGAYAN DE ORO
“I’m a Survivor because at any time of any day with just my backpack in hand, I am ready to go anywhere in the world.”
It seems that this Swiss–Filipino teenager hailing from Cagayan de Oro just has too much time on his hands.
Born in Switzerland and raised in CDO since he was three years old, Marvin Kiefer always had a passion for learning, adventure and experiencing different things.
Marvin has learned every sport that he could – from football, table tennis, cycling and track and made hobbies out of skateboarding, wall-climbing, break dancing and parkour.
He’s a backpacker, too – trekking to remote and unlikely places, interacting and immersing himself in indigenous customs.
Marvin is also an environmentalist and a vegetarian; traits that he acquired while helping his mom maintain an organic farm in CDO.
At the age of 16, he’s started modeling and made several TV appearances eventually winning QTV’s Hired where he inked a deal to become the image endorser for a line of designer jeans.
To prepare himself for Survivor Philippines Palau, Marvin said he had to improve his people skills by reading psychology books.
Will Marvin be cool enough to be the next Pinoy Sole Survivor?
Tara Jane MaciasTaray Queen
English Tutor for Koreans
19 YRS. OLD
CEBU
“I am not afraid to die, to suffer and to get lost, and with that mindset, over-all fear has no place in me as I fear no evil and that makes me a real survivor.”
At the age of 16, when their father passed away and their family business had to be closed down, Tara imposed upon herself to be self–supporting and to help her family get back on its feet. She has been working as an English language tutor to Koreans as well as a call center representative.
“Maaga ako namulat sa hirap, kaya lahat sisiw na sa akin.” Tara said passionately.
Tara describes herself as an extreme person, God-fearing yet liberated and a certified party-goer. Being very outspoken and confident, Tara admits that people get easily intimidated by her. But she’s also very personable despite the usual first impression. She sticks to her principles and always does her best in any situation.
“Marami ang hindi nakakaintindi sa akin. Marami ang nagagalit,” Tara admits. “Paiba-iba kasi ako. Istrikto kung minsan, mataray. Pero kapag nakikita nila ako na gumigiling sa dance floor, sasabihin naman nila, pakawala ako, plastik. Hay, bahala sila sa mga life nila.”
Will this taray queen win in a social game like Survivor Philippines: Palau?
Louie AngChickboy
24 YRS. OLD, IT TECHNICAL
PASIG
“Survivor ako kasi 5 girlfriends ko at hindi ako nahuhuli.”
Louie Ang, an I.T. professional, is a typical guy-next-door, living his happy–go–lucky life with a constant goofy grin on his face.
“Walang drama ang buhay ko, e,” Louie quips when asked if he has ever faced a real tough challenge in his life.
His main reason for joining Survivor Philippines Palau could not be any simpler, “Matagal ko nang gustong sumali, para makita ko ang sarili ko sa TV,” Louie said.
When asked to describe himself, Louie declares that he is a “chickboy” and “bad boy”.
As a “chickboy” Louie admits that at one point, he had five simultaneous girlfriends – and he was able to keep it a secret for quite a long time, until somebody messed up his Facebook account.
As a “bad boy,” Louie figured in quite a number of fistfights during his college days – one of such incidents even got caught on video and was posted online.
And why did he do it?
“Masarap ang feeling,” he recalls.
For Survivor Phlippines Palau, Louie would like to test his people skills by being an unlikely and covert leader.
Is he going to be a bad boy or a chick boy to get ahead as a Castaway in Palau?
Justine Ferrerthe Beauty Queen
Businesswoman
29 YRS. OLD
KALOOKAN
“Well, I can say that I’m a real Survivor because I have been the breadwinner of my family for 10 years now. Also, I am providing for my nephew’s education and am helping my friends and relatives as much as I can. For me, winning their respect and love made me a real survivor.”
Justine Ferrer worked in Japan as a singer at the age of 19 and since then has become a breadwinner of the family.
As a businesswoman, Justine helped her father in a buy-and-sell business and managed a baby ultrasound company.
To physically prepare for Survivor Philippines Palau, Justine enhanced her skills by enrolling in a swim school, but most of all she invested on a lot of rest and vitamins.
She has also prepared emotionally for the experiences ahead of her on the island.
“Alam ko na ang buhay sa isla ay unusual, puwede kang masaktan, masugatan at magutom kaya inihanda ko na ang sarili ko,”Justine said.
Justine believes that her “uniqueness” is the key for her to become a Castaway.
“I think I was chosen because they are curious about what’s really inside of me and my behavior,” Justine said.
Photo and Text Credits:
Survivor Philippines Palau Official BlogSite
http://blogs.gmanews.tv/survivor-philippines/
Cory on the Philippine 500-Peso Bill
The Philippine 500-Peso bill started circulating last August 1987. Its yellow hue is associated with the 1986 EDSA People Power Revolution with Ninoy Aquino, former President Cory Aquino's husband. Now, the Central Bank is planning a 'new generation' look for the said bill and the proposal to add the portrait of former President Cory Aquino beside her husband is being considered.One of Cory's siblings was quoted saying that they appreciate such nice thoughts but they think the former President never imagined herself being in any Philippine peso bill.
A spokesman for President Gloria Arroyo said any proposal to declare the late president a national hero like her husband will be studied.
Willie Revillame Criticized
A lot of criticism is being directed to Willie Revillame, host of Wowowee, for requesting the removal of former President Cory Aquino's funeral inset during his program. He deemed it inappropriate to show the funeral while they are having fun in Wowowee. If you missed its live telecast, watch the video below posted in YouTube.The Next day he apologized to the Aquino family and the management for hurting their feelings but he explained that what he did was done because of his love and respect for the former President.
A lot are saying that he should've done it behind the scene and not on air. I think he just sometimes do the right things in bad taste. But his intentions were sincere.
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