Author: Latest Chika TEAM

Pegasus management strongly denied social media posts that alleged a government official was spotted last March 16 at the self-proclaimed “ultimate men’s club”. “Beware of fake news circulating on social media that a government official was seen inside our establishment on March 16 when in fact we issued a notice of temporary suspension of operations from March 14, 2020 until April 14, 2020,” Pegasus said in a statement issued Saturday. The statement didn’t identify the government official who was subject of the “fake news” but Pegasus’ Facebook page shared the post in question that claimed a certain senator visited the…

The sister-doctor of Ruby Rodriguez passed away early Thursday morning due to COVID-19. Top pediatrician Dr. Salvacion “Sally” Gatchalian — Manang Sally to Ruby — became one of the frontliners who succumbed to the disease, the Eat Bulaga host confirmed in a statement. “As of 6 a.m. my sister, Dr. Sally Gatchalian, who fought really hard, has joined our Lord God and creator. We her family thank you all sincerely for praying with us. Stay Safe and keep on praying,” she said. In an Instagram post, the TV host also paid tribute to her “big sister”. “My sister, Manang sally,…

Actress Iza Calzado revealed on Wednesday that she is now confined at a hospital for pneumonia while waiting for her coronavirus disease (COVID-19) test results. “Hello, everyone. It’s been a while but I thought I’d update you all. I’m currently hospitalized for pneumonia and so, I was tested for Covid-19 and I’ve been waiting for the results for several days now,” Iza said in an Instagram post along with a photo of herself from a hospital bed. The 37-year-old star admitted that it’s been a challenging period for her, but her condition is nothing compared to the work of the…

Christopher de Leon became the first Filipino celebrity to go public that he tested positive for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). His action, in turn, inspired a husband and wife who contracted the virus to open up about their own health status, according to Christopher’s wife Sandy Andolong. In a series of Instagram stories on Tuesday, the actress shared, “Received this message from a kind and brave batchmate of mine from UPIS (University of the Philippines Integrated School). Thank you Liza for allowing me to share this. Fervently praying for you & Bob.” She went on to share the message that…

Eat Bulaga host Ruby Rodriguez broke her silence on the status of her sister-doctor who has fallen ill with the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). She confirmed that Dr. Sally Gatchalian is her sister, one of the frontliners in the country’s battle against the virus who themselves are now fighting for their lives. Ruby was compelled to speak up because of fake news being circulated about her sister. “I have been quiet all this time about Dr Sally Gatchalian status. Yes she is my sister. Yes she is confined. Yes we all are praying and scared. But when fake news spreads and…

GMA Network has confirmed that a freelance production talent tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently in the hospital receiving treatment. In a statement dated March 21, the network said that it is closely coordinating with the Department of Health (DOH) and the LGU through the barangay officials to ensure that all the necessary protocols are being followed in addressing the situation. GMA said that the last known visit of the production talent to GMA was on February 28 at the annex building of the station. The Kapuso network also noted that “all employees and talents who had direct contact…

Kris Aquino revealed that she decided to isolate herself and her family after her youngest son Bimby fell sick due to pneumonia. “I made the conscious decision to isolate ourselves, we found a friend and she kindly allowed us the use of their spare room, separate from their family’s area,” said the 49-year-old mom of two boys — Joshua, 24 and Bimby, 12 — in an Instagram post on Friday. “Nag magandang loob na si Willie, nakakahiya kung may mahawa pa sa masamang ubo and pneumonia ni Bimb. The three of us are the only family we have now kaya…

Joey Bautista, lead vocalist of the ’90s band Mulatto, passed away on Thursday (March 19) due to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), his wife confirmed. The singer, however, died not knowing he contracted the virus. “Dear all. As you know my husband Joey Bautista passed away yesterday due to pneumonia. He passed away not knowing the result of his Covid19 swab test. Today, I was informed that his official test result came out, positive Covid19,” said Belinda Bagatsing in public Facebook post on Friday (March 20). She also denied reports that Bautista performed at a Legazpi, Albay event. “If any of you were…

Vice Ganda has called for a “ceasefire” to the war of words on social media as the country grapples with an unprecedented public health crisis due to the coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. As the entire island of Luzon is placed under an enhanced community quarantine, resulting to jobs and lives seemingly put on hold, the verbal tussles online have not waned however. In a series of tweets that have since gone viral, the comedian urged everyone to stop fighting each other at this critical time of being a Filipino, as well as acting like we’re the only ones who genuinely…

Kim Chiu assured fans on Wednesday that none of the Love Thy Woman cast and crew, who worked closely with Christopher de Leon the past days, exhibited COVID-19 symptoms. The veteran actor shocked the showbiz community on Tuesday with the announcement that he tested positive for the virus. Nevertheless, Kim said on Instagram that they were told by their bosses at ABS-CBN to observe self-quarantine and watch out for symptoms. “Amidst of what happened to tito bo @sgt.pepper8 ??. For those asking….. Here we are, our ABSCBN bosses assuring us and checking on us the entire #LoveThyWoman staff, directors and artists who worked with…