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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…

After Love Thy Woman star Christopher de Leon’s revelation that he tested positive for coronavirus (COVID-19) on Tuesday night, ABS-CBN has advised the cast and crew of the teleserye to undergo self-quarantine. In a statement released to the media Wednesday, the network said, “Following the announcement of Christopher de Leon that he has tested positive for COVID-19, we have advised those who who might have interacted with him during the tapings of Love Thy Woman in the last two weeks to undergo self-quarantine.”  “While we have stopped the tapings of all our teleseryes, we will continue to monitor their situation…

Veteran actor Christopher de Leon has announced that he tested positive for the coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The 63-year-old Love Thy Woman star is the first Filipino actor known to be dealing with the coronavirus. In a statement he issued Tuesday evening, he said he has no idea where and how he contracted the virus. He, nevertheless, asked those who have come in contact with him these past few days to observe for symptoms and follow the procedures set by the Department of Health (DOH). De Leon added that his wife, actress Sandy Andolong, and a daughter are undergoing home quarantine.…

“Stay home, stay healthy. Maybe better to catch the CLOY virus instead hehe.” As Metro Manila is placed under a month-long community quarantine, Chris Tiu took a step back from all the COVID-19 news by playing piano covers of the soundtrack of the hit K-drama Crash Landing On You (CLOY). A certified CLOY fan, the businessman and former PBA player took to Instagram to post a piano medley of the songs Flower, It’s Destiny, Photo of my Mind and Song for Brother. It came with a note urging his followers to be cooperative amid the lockdown to combat the spread…

Nothing can stop them from becoming Mr. and Mrs. Gutz! Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati pushed through with their March 14 wedding but opted for an intimate ceremony with only family members in attendance. “I have you. And it’s enough. It’s everything,” the couple announced their civil wedding at a five-star hotel via identical Instagram posts. “Thank you, Lord for today. ❤️ The gathering to celebrate with our loved ones will have to wait because we care more about everyone’s safety and health. ?,” they added. The glowing bride wore an off-shoulder white dress while the groom looked dapper…

GMA Network has announced that it will suspend production of entertainment shows as Metro Manila goes into “community quarantine” starting March 15 to combat the spread of COVID-19. Here’s the network’s full statement: “GMA is staying true to its commitment to deliver Serbisyong Totoo most especially during these trying times through the continued delivery of the latest news and information to the public across all its platforms. “On air, viewers could stay up-to-date by watching newscasts and other breaking news on GMA-7 and GMA News TV. Listeners can be assured that they can still tune in via Super Radyo DZBB…

ABS-CBN will air reruns of classic teleseryes as the network adopts a special primetime programming in time for the Metro Manila community quarantine beginning March 15. Following its announcement that it has stopped tapings of all teleseryes in compliance with the guidelines set by the government concerning the COVID-19 outbreak, ABS-CBN detailed the old shows it will re-air. Here is ABS-CBN’s full statement: Starting 16 March 2020, we are bringing back our classic teleseryes and airing iWant original series in lieu of our current primetime shows. “Pamilya Ko will be replaced by the heartwarming series 100 Days to Heaven starring…

ABS-CBN has announced that it will temporarily stop the staging of live entertainment programs and filming of teleseryes as Metro Manila enters into a month-long “community quarantine” to cope with the (COVID-19) crisis. In a statement sent to the press Friday night, the Kapamilya network said, “ABS-CBN is temporarily suspending the staging of its live entertainment shows and production of its teleseryes starting March 15 in compliance with the government’s declaration of a community quarantine and ban on mass gatherings to contain the spread of the COVID-19.” The company has taken the initiative for the “safety and health of our…

After joining TikTok, the Department of Health (DOH) Philippines has started a Viber group to address the public’s coronavirus (COVID-19) questions and concerns. “Inaanyayahan kayo ng Kagawaran ng Kalusugan na sumali sa DOH PH COVID-19 community upang makatanggap ng mga bagong update ukol sa COVID-19. Ligtas ang may alam!” DOH said on its Facebook page, inviting people to reach them through the messaging app. The official Viber group name is DOH PH COVID-19. The country’s health agency earlier joined the popular short-form video app TikTok to spread awareness on how to protect oneself and others from the coronavirus threat. To…