Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Award-winning actor Paulo Avelino remains a Kapamilya as he officially signs with ABS-CBN’s talent agency, Star Magic. Star Magic previoulsy teased the actor’s signing by posting a mock job listing on its social media platforms using his initials. Paulo has proven his range through diverse and riveting character roles in intense dramas and romantic comedies such as “The General’s Daughter”, and the local adaptations of “Flower of Evil” and “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim?”. He also recently top-billed the box-office hit movie, “My Love Will Make You Disappear,” alongside Kim Chiu. Apart from his accomplishments as an actor, Paulo also…

A video of actor Paul Salas accidentally causing a fan to fall off her seat after pulling away her chair during a performance is going viral online. The incident occurred during a local event in Palawan, where Paul was performing the song “Need You” by Ex Battalion while interacting with the audience. At one point, a female fan approached him. Paul responded with a warm hug and posed for a photo with her. After their brief interaction, he moved on to engage with other attendees behind them. As he continued performing, Paul unknowingly pulled a chair from the crowd—just as…

Photos of former president Rodrigo Duterte’s residence in Davao City being put up for sale have been circulating on social media. Speculations sparked on Saturday, June 28 after photos showing a “House and lot for sale” sign with contact details posted on the gate of the former president’s house in Doña Luisa Village, Barangay Matina, Davao City circulated on various social media platforms. Shortly after, Duterte’s longtime partner, Honeylet Avanceña, confirmed with local radio station that house and lot were indeed up for sale. According to Avanceña, the reason for selling was that she was no longer comfortable to occupy the…

Villar-owned water service provider PrimeWater has addressed actress Carla Abellana’s viral complaint regarding the quality of service she received from the company. The situation arose when Abellana publicly shared her reaction to PrimeWater’s notice of disconnection after she failed to pay her water bill for her property in Tagaytay City. The utility company’s message dated June 26 read, “Hi Ms. Carla, May we kindly follow up regarding the status of your payment? Kindly be informed of the disconnection schedule today.” Carla, however, asserted that she would proceed with the payment despite experiencing a lack of water supply at her property.…

Sparkle artist Mad Ramos has been crowned as the first-ever “Ultimate Campus Cutie,” winning the grand finals held at the Studio 6, GMA Annex, on June 21, 2025. The 19-year-old volleyball star from University of Sto. Tomas (UST), whose real name is Ahmad Hussein Ramos, emerged as the winner among 19 other finalists, impressing both judges and the audience with his confidence, charisma, and his princely, exotic looks. The “Campus Cutie” search set out to find the most handsome and charming male student from schools across the Philippines to earn the title of Ultimate Campus Cutie. On the finale stage,…

The Philippine National Police (PNP) has officially declared that online personality Rendon Labador is no longer part of its weight loss program, shortly after the latter announced his involvement as “fitness coach” of the local police force. This comes after Labador shared his position to help improve PNP’s Police Community Affairs and Development Group (PCADG) current wellness programs, after being reportedly approached by PCADG chief Brig. Gen. Marvin Joe Saro during his visit to Camp Crame. At the time, the vlogger mentioned that he would lead his own program, along with nutritional plans made with the help of professional nutritionists.…

Several Pinoy celebrities have rallied behind a project offering physical and emotional healing to those living with visible scars. Launched under the name “The Scar Project”, the campaign was introduced by Belo Medical Group on June 10, which brought together a star-studded lineup of advocates and ambassadors such as Miss Universe 2018 Catriona Gray, Kapuso star Alden Richards, celebrity couple Mateo Guidicelli and Sarah Geronimo, as well as Donny Pangilinan, Iza Calzado, Bianca Umali, Isabelle Daza, Julia Barretto, and Korina Sanchez. According to The Scar Project’s official website, the initiative seeks to find seven individuals willing to share the personal…

“Diamond Star” Maricel Soriano is set to move hearts once again on the big screen, joining Kapamilya stars Piolo Pascual, Joshua Garcia, Juan Karlos, and Belle Mariano in Star Cinema’s upcoming drama film Meet, Greet, & Bye. Directed by blockbuster filmmaker Cathy Garcia-Sampana, the film’s official announcement teaser was recently released across social media platforms which has already sparked excitement among fans and moviegoers with its heartfelt themes and star-studded cast. The teaser offered nostalgic glimpses into the life of a close-knit Filipino family, featuring a montage of family photos through the year paired with emotionally resonant lines that are…

Kapuso actress Shuvee Etrata expressed gratitude toward the fanbase of Klarisse de Guzman and other fellow housemates after they went the extra mile to sponsor the round-trip airfare for her family following her eviction from Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition. In a TikTok Live session, Shuvee shared how overwhelmed she felt upon seeing her family after leaving the PBB house—thanks to the efforts of “KLARISSEnatics Official”, an fan group of Klarisse. “Guys kasi nakita ko na ang parents ko kahapon, salamat, as in super salamat. [Sila] nagpa-fly sa parents ko, guys!”, Shuvee exclaimed. “As in guys na-surprise ako. Totoo…

Filipino K-drama fans and aspiring storytellers are in for a rare opportunity as the Korean Cultural Center in the Philippines (KCC) brings Gwang Jin — the acclaimed creator of “Itaewon Class” — to Manila for a series of workshops and events under its ongoing “Meet the Mentor” program. Scheduled from July 4 to 6, 2025, the three-day event will see Gwang Jin appearing in multiple venues, including a drawing session, across Metro Manila, where he will share insights into his creative journey — from writing the original Itaewon Class webtoon to seeing it adapted into a global hit K-drama known…