Author: Lyka Nicart

Star Image Artist Management has once again placed its talent Xander Ford under indefinite suspension to face the rape allegations raised by his former girlfriend. This would be second time the social media personality — whose real name is Marlou Arizala — got suspended after receiving the same penalty in April 2019 for alleged misbehavior. The talent management agency announced on Wednesday that it decided to indefinitely suspend Xander “until he will be cleared without any criminal liability.” On Thursday, Star Image also said that Xander will be terminated and will be fined for breach of contract should he be…

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Sarah Geronimo and Matteo Guidicelli have finally taken some time off for their “long-delayed honeymoon,” months after their much-talked-about wedding. Celebrity doctor and good friend Vicki Belo revealed via Instagram post on Thursday that the couple had officially gone out for a romantic getaway. Vicki initially shared a “lower legs” photo of three persons where she asked fans and followers to identify whom they belong to. Netizens then went on to take a guess in the comments section, with Vicki and Hayden dropping hints and making it clear that they aren’t the ones in the photo. Vicki afterwards said in…

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Taylor Swift just dropped her surprise album Folklore and self-directed music video Cardigan! Taylor’s fans, also called Swifties, were elated after the American singer-songwriter on Thursday night announced all of a sudden the release of her eighth studio album which she “recorded and written in isolation”. “Most of the things I had planned this summer didn’t end up happening, but there is something I hadn’t planned on that DID happen. And that thing is my 8th studio album, folklore. Surprise,” wrote Taylor in an Instagram post, which was accompanied by a series of photos, for her album reveal. The new…

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Iwa Moto is expecting baby No. 2 with partner Panfilo “Pampi” Lacson Jr. The Starstruck alumna announced her pregnancy by sharing a sonogram photo on Instagram. “Hello there little one. We are all excited to meet you. But for now chill ka muna dyan. Mag palaki ka at magpalakas. Wag mo na pahirapan si mommy haha. Love you,” wrote Iwa in the caption.  Iwa added that the newest addition to their family is expected to be born next year. “Hello everyone, meet the new addition to our family. ? coming soon? #baby2021??.”  Words of congratulations poured into the comments section…

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Alessandra De Rossi took to social media to ask netizens not to pit her against Angel Locsin after explaining her decision not to join rallies protesting the non-renewal of ABS-CBN’s franchise. The Through Day and Night star, who has been expressing her support for her home network on Twitter, earlier said that she’s opting to stay at home instead of attending street protests for fear of COVID-19. In a tweet on Thursday, Alessandra pleaded with those trying to create an issue between her and Angel. “Please wag kami ni @143redangel mahal ko sya at iba respeto ko sa tapang nya,”…

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Demi Lovato is officially engaged to actor Max Ehrich. The American singer-songwriter made the big reveal in an Instagram post on Thursday, along with a series of sweet photos with her fiancé, the diamond engagement ring and a lengthy caption.  Max appeared to have popped the question to Demi on a beach in Malibu. “I’m honored to accept your hand in marriage. I love you more than a caption could express but I’m ecstatic to start a family and life with you. I love you forever my baby. My partner. Here’s to our future!!!! ??❤️??,” Demi wrote to her soon-to-be…

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Pinoy indie band Ben&Ben is making waves in South Korea! The nine-piece band was thrilled to know that their music was being recognized overseas after getting a shoutout from Mark and Young of K-pop idol groups NCT and Day6, respectively, for their 2017 song Leaves. A netizen shared on Wednesday night that Ben&Ben topped the realtime search chart of Melon, one of South Korea’s most popular online music services, with related keywords landing on the second, third, sixth and seventh spots. “Can’t believe it. we’re trending # 1 in South Korea,” wrote Ben&Ben in a tweet accompanied by a screenshot…

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Kiray Celis has thought of this particular item as a birthday gift from her boyfriend. In a recent Instagram post, the former Goin’ Bulilit mainstay shared that her non-showbiz boyfriend Stephen asked what she would want for her birthday. Kiray will be turning 24 years old on July 29. “Ano daw gusto kong regalo sa birthday ko? Sabi ko gold na necklace,” Kiray wrote in the caption. She then revealed the hilarious reason why she would want one. “Para pag naghiwalay kami, di ako talo. Masasanla ko. Dun tayo sa praktikal at sigurado! HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!” Kiray said in jest. Fans and followers…

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Comedian-host Vice Ganda is set to launch his very own online channel, The Vice Ganda Network, on Friday, July 24. The It’s Showtime host’s digital network, which promises to send out “good vibes,” can be accessed through viceganda.com.ph. Among the “unkabogable” digital channel will feature are a 10-episode sitcom, an interactive game show, documentaries and its anticipated talk show Gabing Gabi na Vice. In an ABS-CBN News report, Vice Ganda expressed his thanks to ABS-CBN for giving him their “blessing” to pursue his new venture. “Hiningi ko ito ng basbas sa ABS-CBN kaya nagpapasalamat ako, pati sa mga endorsers ko.…

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Thai trans woman billionaire Anne Jakrajutatip has once again denied she is dating Fil-German model Clint Bondad, saying she treats him like a brother. She also revealed he has been living in her house for more than nine months now and that “my family loves him.” Anne, the CEO of Thai content provider JKN Global Media, first set the record straight on her relationship with Clint back in October 2019, after photos of her and Clint made rounds online. Recently, Anne came to the defense of Clint and spoke up on the controversies surrounding Catriona Gray’s ex-boyfriend following his series…

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