Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Celebrities Kim Atienza and Pepe Herrera have become the latest victims of death hoaxes on social media. Just days after news reporter “Kuya” Kim Atienza was falsely reported dead online, comedian Pepe Herrera found himself targeted by similar malicious rumors. A TikTok account posing as his network GMA posted a black-and-white photo of him including a message that read: “MARAMING SALAMAT, Alejandro ‘Kim’ Iligan Atienza, JANUARY 24, 1967 – June 3, 2024.” It also came with the caption “Until again brother Kim.” The TV host took to social media to debunk the false announcement of his “death”. “Aabot din tayo…

Hunk comedian-actor Nikko Natividad became a hot topic on social media after netizens alleged his now-deleted posts alluded to It’s Showtime host Vice Ganda’s recent statement on the viral EXpecially For You episode. Social media users were abuzz after Nikko’s posts on his Facebook and Instagram accounts went viral. His FB post read, “Pagpalagay na natin na bebeso talaga yung lalaki. Hindi naman nya intensyon manyakin sa live yung babae. Ang mali lang nya ay hindi nya alam na need pala muna magpaalam bago bumeso (kunwari lang na bebeso talaga sya ha).” The former Hashtags member expressed his sympathy for…

P-pop kings SB19’s Stell addressed negative comments he has been receiving online. SB19’s dedicated fanbase, known as A’TIN, was outraged after content creator Stella Salle insulted one of the boy group’s members by calling him “panget” in a Facebook post. Fans of the boy band were quick to defend Stell and condemned the derogatory comment, prompting an apology from Stella. During Stell’s TikTok live session on Saturday, June 1, Stell addressed the situation, assuring fans that he was not hurt by the negative comment. “‘Yung mga taong iniisip or nagtatanong kung okay lang ako. Don’t worry guys, I’m okay. Sobrang…

Vice Ganda explained why he’s withdrawing his intention to issue an apology to a male contestant whom he accused of stealing a kiss from his fellow contestant. The hosts of the Kapamilya noontime show, led by Vice, released their official statement addressing the controversial incident during the program’s popular segment, “EXpecially For You”. The male contestant, identified as Axel Cruz, faced online backlash after he was “mistaken” for attempting to kiss the female contestant, Maria Christine, following his elimination from the segment. Both contestants had eventually clarified the situation on their social media pages, insisting that Axel had “no intention”…

Philmar Alipayo, fiancé of actress Andi Eigenmann, has spoken out regarding the controversy surrounding his TikTok video with content creator Crissa Habibi. In an interview with veteran host Boy Abunda, Philmar addressed the issue that has been circulating on social media. During his program, Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, Boy shared a teaser of his upcoming TV special My Mother, My Story, which features an interview with Eigenmann, set to air on June 9, 2024 Abunda then mentioned that he had also spoken with Philmar about the viral video which has now been deleted by the original uploader on her…

Actor Xian Lim addressed questions about whether he has ever been treated as “playtime” or has treated others as “playtime” when it comes to relationships. Lim was joined by his co-stars, actresses Sanya Lopez, Coleen Garcia, and Faye Lorenzo, during the media conference for their upcoming suspense-thriller movie, Playtime, a collaborative production from GMA Pictures and Viva Films. Playtime is slated to be released in cinemas on June 12, 2024. Among the questions thrown at the actor was if he has ever been involved in a “playtime” situation in real life, to which Xian responded candidly, “Kung ako ‘yung nang-playtime,…

Newlyweds Mika Dela Cruz and Nash Aguas revealed how faith led them to the path of marriage, especially during a time when they separated. The former Goin’ Bulilit stars surprised the public after tying the knot in an intimate wedding ceremony on Saturday, May 18. In an exclusive interview on news anchor Bernadette Sembrano’s latest vlog, the newlyweds discussed the obstacles they encountered as a couple and how their faith in God brought them back together. After being in a relationship for six years, it was revealed that Nash and Mika experienced a painful separation. The actor reflected on the…

Fans of K-pop kings BTS are mourning the loss of one of the boy band’s most dedicated members, Jean, better known by her BTS-dedicated fan page on X, @BTSMerchUpdates. A fellow fan announced the sad news on X, stating that Jean had passed away on May 18, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer. The X user described Jean as a “pillar” of the community of fans of the well-loved K-pop group popularly known as “ARMY”. “Jean was a pillar of our community. She had been an ARMY since 2016, loved BTS with all her heart, and was dedicated to…

Vice Ganda expressed willingness to apologize to a male contestant whom he accused of attempting to kiss a female contestant during the “EXpecially For You” segment of the noontime show It’s Showtime. The male contestant, identified as Axel Cruz, faced online backlash after he was mistaken for attempting to kiss the female contestant, Maria Christine, following his elimination from the segment. The incident occurred when Axel was given a chance to deliver a message to Maria Christine. As he approached her for a high-five, he seemingly attempted to kiss her, prompting Vice to call him out. “Oy, hindi pwede yun,…

Former child star Patrick Garcia is one proud dad to his daughter, Michelle Celeste, who shared the stage with K-pop superstar IU during her recently held concert in Bulacan. K-pop sensation IU recently held a historic solo concert, “H.E.R.E.H World Tour” at the Philippine Arena in Bulacan last Saturday, June 1, marking the first time a female Korean solo artist has performed at the world’s largest indoor arena. Patrick expressed his pride and excitement over his child’s achievement in an Instagram post where he shared a fan’s footage of IU performing one of her latest songs, “Holssi”, where the actor’s…