Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Kapuso host Drew Arellano received praises from a local government agency on population management and netizens after revealing that he recently underwent a vasectomy as a special gift to wife Iya Villania ahead of Mother’s Day. In an Instagram post shared earlier this week, the “Biyahe ni Drew” host posted a photo of himself in a hospital gown, moments before the procedure. Arellano captioned the photo: “Happy late and advanced Mother’s Day to my wife. 👻 #HappyVA-SEC-TO-MEEE 🎵 #snipsnip #SarapYungSedativeAh.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Drew Arellano (@drewarellano) According to the Mayo Clinic, a vasectomy is…

Kyline Alcantara’s talent agency, Sparkle, has spoken up on behalf of the actress that she wishes to handle recent issues about her relationship with athlete Kobe Paras privately and with respect. Sparkle relayed Alcantara’s hopes to move forward from the issue in a brief statement released on Tuesday night. Sparkle’s full statement read: “Kyline would like to move on with this issue. She has chosen to keep her peace and maintain the respect for the people who have been part of her life. She hopes we can all move on and put this issue to rest.” The agency’s message comes…

Filipino-British singer Beabadoobee is set to perform once again for her home crowd as she returns to Manila for her “beabadoobee Asia Tour 2025” this August at the New Frontier Theater. The tour marks her second time in the country since her “Beatopia Tour 2022”, which took place in the same venue, and follows the release of her chart-topping album, “This Is How Tomorrow Moves”. Fans can expect to hear live performances of listener favorites such as “Real Man,” “the perfect pair,” “Glue Song,” and “Take A Bite.” Beabadoobee will also be stopping in Singapore (August 4), Bangkok (August 6),…

Filipina-American model Kelsey Merritt and Hollywood actor Chace Crawford turned heads as they attended Tiffany & Co.’s Blue Book Gala at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Photos shared by several US media outlets showed the pair posing gracefully together at the star-studded event, which was also attended by Hollywood stars including Oscar winner Mikey Madison, Anya Taylor-Joy, Gabrielle Union, Greta Lee, and Taylor Russell, among others. Their public appearance comes amid growing dating rumors, especially after the pair was reportedly spotted sharing a kiss in New York City. Despite the buzz, neither Kelsey nor Chace has…

Former actress Jackie Forster, mother of athlete Kobe Paras, has broken her silence amidst ongoing controversies about her son’s rumored split with his girlfriend Kyline Alcantara. In a 15-minute video posted on her verified Instagram account, Forster addressed the issues involving Kobe and Kyline, saying she decided to break her silence to defend her son and protect her family from growing online harassment. In her prepared statement, the celebrity mom also described Kobe and Kyline’s relationship as “toxic,” saying her son felt “trapped”, and accused the actress of physically assaulting him and her parents for “belittling” him. She also insisted…

For now, Bimby Aquino, son of television host Kris Aquino, is choosing to prioritize family and education as he prepares to enter college, revealing his interest in politics and plans to pursue a degree in Legal Management. In an interview with Ogie Diaz uploaded last April 23, Bimby opened up about his aspirations, sharing his hopes of eventually building a career in law. “Legal management. Magiging lawyer na ako. Imagine mo, Atty. Bimb. Diverse eh. Let’s be honest, sa business, sa politics, and showbiz also,” he told Diaz. When asked if he sees a future in politics, Bimby said he…

P-pop girl group BINI’s Sheena is set to make her acting debut in Maalaala Mo Kaya (MMK), starring in an episode that will reenact her own life story. ABS-CBN News first announced the return of the well-known drama series with Charo Santos-Concio once again serving as host. The drama anthology also features a fresh new format as a limited series on iWantTFC featuring 13 episodes over 13 weeks, with each installment presenting a special director’s cut. Adding to viewers’ excitement is the announcement that MMK’s first two episodes will delve on the inspiring journeys of Sofronio Vasquez III — the…

Veronica “Kitty” Duterte, daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, seemed to have finally put recent dating rumors to rest—by making it Instagram official with Vic Singson, grandson of former Ilocos Sur Governor Chavit Singson. The two ignited rumors between them online after Kitty posted a cozy mirror selfie of her with Vic, seemingly hard-launching their relationship. Photos of their reported sightings in various locations also circulated online. Kitty was previously in a relationship with DLSU Green Archers cager Evan Nelle, but eagle-eyed netizens noticed that the former has unfollowed the athlete on Instagram. As of writing, no official statements have…

Actress Janine Gutierrez is grieving the loss of both her grandmothers, who passed away just days apart during Holy Week. “It’s the first time in ten days that I’m not at a wake,” Janine told her followers on her Instagram channel on Wednesday. “This Holy Week, my siblings and I lost two lolas — Mama and Papa’s mothers.” Janine’s paternal grandmother, renowned songstress Pilita Corrales, passed away on April 12. Just four days later, on April 16, her maternal grandmother, Nora Aunor, also passed away. She was laid to rest at the Libingan ng mga Bayani on Tuesday, April 22.…

Four distinguished Filipinas who passed away earlier this year will be posthumously honored with the Presidential Medal of Merit in recognition of their outstanding contributions to Philippine arts, culture and cuisine, Malacañang confirmed on Wednesday. The honorees include late National Artist Nora Aunor, OPM icon Pilita Corrales, cinema legend Gloria Romero, and internationally acclaimed chef Margarita Forés. The awarding ceremony, spearheaded by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., will be held at Malacañang Palace on May 4, 2025, as reported by ABS-CBN News’ report from the National Commission for Culture and the Arts. Established under Executive Order 236, the Presidential Medal of…