Bryanboy seemed to have made light of the online backlash he received from the fans of K-pop boy group BTS in a TikTok video. The Filipino fashion blogger-influencer took to the video-sharing platform on Tuesday, June 28, to address BTS fans, also called ARMYs, after he recently came under fire for allegedly “racist” and “disrespectful” remarks against BTS member V (a.k.a Kim Taehyung). Fans had accused Bryanboy of supposedly making fun of the K-pop idol’s name and intentionally mispronouncing it. READ: Filipino fashion blogger Byranboy draws flak over ‘disrespectful’ remark on BTS’ V In a video, Bryanboy clarified his mispronunciation…
Author: Julianne Camille Sarrosa
Filipino fashion blogger Bryanboy drew the ire of fans of the K-pop superstar boy group BTS for “mispronouncing” the name of V (a.k.a. Kim Taehyung) in a TikTok video he posted on Monday, June 27. BTS fans, also called ARMYs, accused Bryanboy of being “disrespectful” and “racist” over supposedly making fun of and intentionally mispronouncing the BTS member’s name to make it sound like the word “poop” in Filipino. One TikTok user commented how the fashion blogger could have searched how to pronounce the name correctly or “just simply” ignore the question if he did not know the K-Pop idol.…
Gelli de Belen and Ariel Rivera are brimming with pride as their son Julio Alessandro just earned his college degree at the University of York in Canada. The actress took to Instagram to post video clips of her and singer-husband Ariel attending Julio’s graduation ceremony and celebrating their youngest child’s academic milestone. “Congratulations Julio!!! We are so proud of you,” Gelli wrote in her caption. She also shared that they forgot to take a family photo during the ceremony, hence they decided to capture one at home while wearing their pajamas. “My son Julio just graduated. We documented his grad…
Heads up MIDZYs, an ITZY x Bebe collab is on the way! Bebe Rexha has released a snippet teasing her upcoming collaboration with K-pop girl group ITZY for a new remix of her song Break My Heart My Myself on Tuesday, June 28 (Manila time). The singer-songwriter took to Twitter to post a short audio clip of the song remix, writing “Coming soon. #ItzyXBebe #BreakMyHeartMyself” for the caption. As of writing, however, an announcement of the official release date is yet to be made. Bebe has previously been hinting at a potential collaboration with ITZY following members Yeji and Ryujin’s…
Crash Landing On You stars Son Ye Jin and Hyun Bin were showered with congratulations after announcing on Monday that they are expecting their first baby together. Netizens took to social media to celebrate the K-drama power couple’s baby news after Ye Jin revealed on her Instagram that she’s pregnant. Fans also extended their well-wishes for the actress’ safe and healthy pregnancy. “BABY KIM GOLF IS ON ITS WAY!!! CONGRATULATIONS HYUN BIN AND SON YE JIN!” a Twitter user wrote. “OMG! ? Congrats #SonYejin and #HyunBin! ?Will be praying for your safe and healthy pregnancy! ? #BinJin,” another netizen wrote.…
Kapuso actor Ken Chan penned a message expressing his support for his love team partner, Rita Daniela, after the latter announced her pregnancy. In a message posted both on his Twitter and Instagram accounts, the 29-year-old actor told Rita that he would be a friend that she can “always rely on.” “As a friend, as someone who cares, I’ll always be here for you no matter what,” Ken wrote. “I pray to God for the utmost positivity, protection, support and love to surround you and your baby,” he added. The actor also praised Rita for being “incredible and strong” and…
Dennis Padilla has replied to the open letter penned by Leon Barretto, his son with former wife and actress Marjorie Barretto. “I am sorry Leon… Miss ko lang kyo… God bless you more! Just want to know what false narrative I said in public? I been reaching out to all of you for 15years in private…. ??❤️ @theleonbarretto,” Padilla wrote in an Instagram post on Monday morning, June 27. Hours later, Padilla also shared a handwritten letter for his children with Marjorie, saying that being their father was the “greatest honor” that he has received and that he has “regretfully…
Zoe Miranda, daughter of Sofia Andres with boyfriend and race car driver Daniel Miranda, looked absolutely adorable in photos shared by the actress via Instagram on Friday, June 24. Sporting a dainty white, polkadot dress, a matching sporty gray cap and a bright smile, Sofia’s two-year-old child struck playful poses for the camera that had many netizens gushing over her. “PLS SUPER CUTE,” one Instagram user[a] commented. “So beautiful zoe ?,” another netizen [b]wrote. One netizen also noted how Zoe looked like a “little Daniel.” In another Instagram post made by the actress the following day, Sofia seems to have joined in on the fun and…
Weeks after confirming that he was dating someone in Los Angeles, Raymond Gutierrez finally introduced his non-showbiz boyfriend to the public. In an Instagram post on Saturday, June 25, the 38-year-old television host celebrated Pride Month by sharing photos of him and his boyfriend who he previously kept from the public eye. Gutierrez tagged his LA-based love interest whose name was revealed to be Robert William. His twin brother, actor Richard Gutierrez, expressed his support for the couple in the same post, writing “Happy for you @mond ❤️?.” Several Filipino celebrities and personalities also gushed and sent their love for…
By Julianne Sarrosa Despite missing his career shot of getting drafted in the NBA last Friday, June 24, Filipino basketball player Kai Sotto said that he remains steadfast in pursuing his dream of joining the professional league. “Not the outcome that we wanted, but its what i needed. My vision became clearer and i believe in God’s plans for me. I’m far from over and i’m not stopping till I get to fulfill my dream. ????,” Sotto wrote in an Instagram post on Friday night, June 24. Fellow Filipino athletes have since expressed their support towards the 20-year-old basketball player.…