Actress-comedian Tuesday Vargas has weighed in on the growing calls to lower the minimum age of criminal responsibility following the tragic shooting incident at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City. In a Facebook post, Vargas said the issue is far more complicated than simply imprisoning minors involved in crimes. “IKULONG NANG 12 AÑOS… [...]
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After a string of action projects, actor and former Oriental Mindoro vice governor Ejay Falcon is taking a dramatic turn in the advocacy film Behind the Smile, a project that aims to raise awareness about HIV and educate audiences on prevention, compassion, and understanding. In the film, Falcon plays Jeric, a husband who contracts HIV [...]
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Beauty queen Imelda Schweighart has revealed that she suffered a miscarriage while competing in the MGI All Stars 2026 pageant. The emotional revelation came through an appreciation post dedicated to her partner, surfer Rafael Thibault, whom she credited for being her source of strength throughout the ordeal. “I support your surfing. You support my pageantry. [...]
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Actress and singer Maymay Entrata admitted that she is currently very happy in her relationship with her new boyfriend, Joaquin Enriquez, a Filipino-American actor and model based in California. In an interview with ABS-CBN, Maymay shared that being in a relationship again feels unfamiliar, as she spent two years single before meeting Joaquin. Despite this, [...]
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Actress Elisse Joson has firmly denied rumors accusing her of being a “kabit,” saying she was never a third party in anyone’s relationship. Joson addressed the issue through a TikTok post on Thursday, January 1, where she was seen lip-syncing to the viral Taco Truck x VB and Radio mashup. Accompanying the video was a [...]
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Filmmaker Jun Robles Lana has voiced strong criticism over the rising cost of movie tickets, saying the issue has stripped the local film industry—particularly the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF)—of its soul. In a post shared on X on Thursday, January 1, Lana lamented how the MMFF, long regarded as a “people’s festival,” has gradually [...]
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Speculation is growing that Aiko Melendez and Onemig Bondoc may be developing a closer relationship after the two were recently spotted spending time together in Quezon province. Melendez shared on Instagram that she has been learning how to surf, with Bondoc present to support her. Their public appearance together prompted netizens to question whether something [...]
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Former actress Rica Peralejo strongly denied allegations circulating online that she had allegedly stolen church tithes, calling out the accusation as baseless and malicious. The issue began after a netizen, identified as “Agathon Topacio” on TikTok, insinuated that Peralejo was misusing church funds. The claim prompted Peralejo to respond publicly by sharing a screenshot of [...]
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Head writer Suzette Doctolero has issued a detailed clarification following a viral comment suggesting that ‘Encantadia 2016’ was not as strong as the original 2005 series, a remark that quickly stirred discussion among fans and cast members of the Kapuso fantasy franchise. The controversy stemmed from a circulating post that read, “Encantadia 2016 as per [...]
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Dustin Yu expressed gratitude for the year that was, sparking renewed excitement among fans of his love team with Bianca de Vera. Dustin recently took to social media to share a series of photos from 2025, including moments with Bianca, accompanied by the simple caption, “Grateful for 2025.” Fans were quick to notice that Bianca [...]
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Speculation has once again surfaced online suggesting that Chiz Escudero and his wife, fashion icon and actress Heart Evangelista, are allegedly going through marital issues. Rumors intensified after netizens closely examined the couple’s recent social media activity. Some online chatter even claimed that Escudero’s Instagram account was no longer active and that the couple had [...]
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Bianca de Vera candidly shared that she nearly gave up on her showbiz career, admitting that there was a point when she believed her time in the industry was coming to an end. Speaking emotionally, Bianca recalled how last Christmas marked one of her lowest moments as an actress. “This day, this time last year, [...]
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Singer-songwriter Zack Tabudlo addressed the “maasim” comments thrown at him following a viral performance by turning the criticism into humor during a recent year-end concert. Zack became a trending topic after clips from his performance at UST Paskuhan 2025 circulated on social media. In the videos, the OPM artist could be seen visibly sweaty as [...]
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Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo once again made waves online after reacting to news that the much-publicized “missing bride” case had already been resolved. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, December 30, the actor acknowledged that authorities had located the bride, but used the moment to raise a pointed reminder about other unresolved issues—particularly corruption [...]
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Showbiz insider Ogie Diaz has released the six-day box-office figures for the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival, covering the period from December 25 to 30—and the numbers reveal a sobering performance for this year’s festival entries. According to the figures shared on January 1, the combined gross of all eight MMFF 2025 entries reached only [...]
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Former Ilocos Sur governor Chavit Singson once again addressed the persistent rumors linking him to Kapuso actress Jillian Ward, this time with a mix of denial and humor. Singson spoke about the issue during his guest appearance on ‘The Men’s Room’ podcast, hosted by Stanley Chi and Janno Gibbs. When asked if he had ever [...]
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Veteran actor Rey PJ Abellana confirmed that he did not receive an invitation to the wedding of his daughter, Carla Abellana, to her non-showbiz partner, Dr. Reginald Santos. In an interview with entertainment columnist Gorgy Rula, Rey PJ was asked whether he had been invited to the wedding. According to Rula, the actor replied briefly [...]
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Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo earned praise online after firmly but calmly responding to a basher who called him “bading” in the comments section of his social media post. The incident started after Dennis shared a video of himself playing a boxing arcade machine at a mall arcade and video game center. In the clip, [...]
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As of the seventh day of the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival (December 31), the Top 4 films at the box office remain unchanged based on the unofficial reports we received: ‘Call Me Mother’, ‘Shake, Rattle & Roll: Evil Origins’, ‘UnMarry’, and ‘Bar Boys: After School’. Overall, MMFF 2025 is enjoying a notably strong first [...]
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The hard work of Vice Ganda and the cast of ‘Call Me Mother’ has paid off in a big way, as the film reportedly sold out in multiple cinemas nationwide on its opening day, December 25, 2025, during the 51st Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF). Based on industry sources, ‘Call Me Mother’ led the MMFF [...]
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Vice Ganda became emotional as she spoke about her deep and enduring friendship with Anne Curtis, revealing that among all her co-hosts on ‘It’s Showtime’, Anne holds a very special place in her heart. In an interview with broadcast journalist Karen Davila, Vice said that while she loves all her co-hosts, her connection with Anne [...]
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Veteran actress Janice de Belen has addressed the rumors linking her daughter Kaila Estrada to actor Daniel Padilla, offering a measured response grounded in parental guidance and trust. In a recent interview circulating on TikTok, de Belen was asked to react to speculation that Estrada and Padilla are romantically involved. She began by acknowledging a [...]
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Vice Ganda looked back on the difficult period when she and fellow superstar Coco Martin were both struggling to survive in the entertainment industry, long before they became two of the biggest names in Philippine showbiz. In an interview with broadcast journalist Karen Davila, Vice shared how surreal it still feels for them to talk [...]
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Kapamilya star Awra Briguela has revealed that she plans to undergo gender reassignment surgery in the future, admitting that she now wants to be recognized and treated as a woman. In an interview on content creator Killa Kush’s podcast, the 20-year-old actress shared her journey from identifying as gay to embracing her identity as a [...]
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The Panahon sa Taiwan Travel Fair 2025, organized by the Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA), drew thousands of Filipino visitors during its two-day run at Robinsons Galleria Ortigas from August 30–31, 2025, underscoring Taiwan’s growing appeal as a top travel destination for Filipinos. The event kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Deputy Representative Dustin [...]
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Fresh out of the ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition’ house, AZ Martinez is officially back on track with her musical aspirations. On July 19, 2025, the Academy of Rock Philippines warmly welcomed the Sparkle actress back to class, marking one of her first public appearances since her PBB stint. “Guess who’s back at Academy [...]
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From Kuya’s house to her own—Sparkle artist and former ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition’ housemate Shuvee Etrata is now just a few steps away from building her dream home. During the Sparkle x ‘PBB’ Grand Mediacon held on July 17, the ‘Island Ate ng Cebu’ surprised the media and guests with a heartfelt announcement. [...]
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Comedian, TV host, and director John Lapus has joined the ongoing national conversation on gender pronouns, calling for empathy and respect amid clashing views. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) dated July 19, Lapus emphasized the importance of honoring how people wish to be addressed—especially when it comes to pronouns. “Napaka simple. Kung ikaliligaya [...]
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Actor Ruru Madrid had nothing but praise for his longtime girlfriend, Bianca Umali, who impressed both fans and critics with her powerful fight scenes as Terra in ‘Encantadia Chronicles: Sang’gre’. In the July 18 episode, Terra (played by Umali) unleashed her combat prowess after a brutal attack that left her family gunned down in their [...]
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Fresh from the ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition’ house, Will Ashley is now free to speak his heart—and that’s exactly what he did in his recent guesting on ‘Your Honor’, the YouLOL Originals talk show hosted by Chariz Solomon and Buboy Villar. Appearing alongside his ‘PBB’ partner Ralph de Leon, Will addressed the much-talked-about [...]
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Kapamilya actress Criza Taa is setting the record straight about accusations that she’s a “social climber” and a “fake friend”—labels that have followed her online since her ‘Pinoy Big Brother’ days. In her interview on the July 20 episode of ‘Toni Talks’, Criza opened up about the emotional toll these assumptions took on her, especially [...]
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Former ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition ‘housemates Dustin Yu, Will Ashley, and Bianca de Vera may soon bring their dynamic onscreen, as both Dustin and Will expressed openness to working on a project with Bianca. In a media conference for Sparkle and ‘PBB’ housemates held in Cebu on July 17, 2025, the two Kapuso [...]
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Atasha Muhlach steps into the spotlight in one of her biggest roles yet, leading the cast of ‘Bad Genius: The Series’, Studio Viva’s highly anticipated Philippine adaptation of the acclaimed Thai film. Premiering on Viva One this July 17, the digital series is directed by Derick Cabrido, known for his work on the hit movie [...]
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Maris Racal broke down in tears during the finale press conference of the hit action-drama series ‘Incognito’, held recently in Quezon City. With just a few weeks left before the series wraps up, emotions ran high as the cast and crew reflected on their journey together. Racal, who played the fierce and enigmatic Gabriela “Gab” [...]
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The newest family-drama series ‘Prinsesa Ng City Jail’ made a powerful debut on GMA Afternoon Prime, registering an impressive 7.2% rating in its pilot episode, according to NUTAM People Ratings. The show outperformed its competing program, which managed only a 0.3% rating. The first episode aired on January 13 and immediately captured viewers’ attention with [...]
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The reported tension between Kim Chiu and Paulo Avelino regarding the postponement of their upcoming romantic comedy ‘My Love Will Make You Disappear’ appears to have been resolved after a meeting with Star Cinema executives. Speculations of a fallout surfaced when Star Cinema announced that the movie’s premiere would be moved from February 12 to [...]
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