Vic Sotto gave his two cents about the issue of “rivalry” between his noontime program on TV5, Eat Bulaga, and It’s Showtime on GMA. Earlier, Vic’s co-host Joey de Leon denied the alleged “bad blood” between the two noontime shows amid social media posts pitting them against each other. The statement came after he and Tito Sotto debunked allegations that Eat Bulaga is facing closure due to financial loss. In an interview with the entertainment press, “Bossing” Vic Sotto shared his thoughts on fans clashing online: “Hindi kasi ako ma-social media eh. Mga naririnig-rinig ko lang pero part of the…
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The mother of celebrities Patrick Garcia and Cheska Garcia Kramer, Celeste “Bing” Velasco, has passed away, at the age of 70. Her death was confirmed by her son-in-law Doug Kramer, husband of her daughter, Cheska, through a heartfelt social media post on Monday, April 22. Doug expressed his condolences and paid tribute to his late mother-in-law, whom he referred to as “momsy”. “When you look at @chekakramer, she’s a complete reflection of her mom. Our momsy.❤️Beautiful inside and out!” Doug began his message. “I’m so thankful she guided and molded Cheska the way she is, because our kids take a lot…
Janella Salvador expressed her disappointment towards a netizen’s “controversial” comment about watching foreign films over local Filipino movies. The Kapamilya singer-actress took to social media to convey her dismay at people who belittle locally produced films as seen in her repost of Filipino-born Chinese film producer Richard Juan’s exchange with a friend. “People who think they are too good for local films. It doesn’t make you sound more sophisticated, just straight-up arrogant and condescending,” she stated. This came after Juan revealed his conversation with a friend who declined his invitation to watch the upcoming romance film “Under Parallel Skies,” which…
A Pinoy fitness coach found himself in hot water after making a “homophobic” caption on his workout video. Gym coach Edison Vargas uploaded a clip of himself while lifting weights in the gym. However, it wasn’t his workout routine that courted controversy but rather the caption he chose to accompany the video. Vargas wrote, “Bakla ako ‘pag hindi ko nabuhat ‘to,” which did not sit well with online users and members of the LGBTQ community. Hawaii-based social media sensation Bretman Rock was quick to respond to the video, commenting on Vargas’s lifting form: “Lmfao, girl, at least put your elbows…
Kapuso heartthrob David Licauco took to social media to apologize for his “uncomfortable” facial expression while taking photos with his fans. A video of the Kapuso actor recently went viral on social media platforms where he appeared tired and uninterested during his interaction with fans. Despite his visible discomfort, the “Pambansang Ginoo” still managed to put on a smile while his fans snapped photos next to him. The incident, however, garnered mixed reactions from online users who expressed their opinions towards David’s behavior with his fans. Meanwhile, others defended him, calling out critics for being “entitled” and “abusive”, emphasizing celebrities’…
The management of P-pop groups BINI and BGYO has finally issued its joint statement addressing malicious online attacks and harmful accusations targeting its members. Signed by the artists’ legal counsel, Attorney Joji Alonso, the official statement was released on Star Magic’s social media pages on Tuesday, April 23. “BGYO, BINI and its respective members have been the subject of malicious online attacks designed to seriously hurt and damage their reputation,” the statement began. Star Magic pointed out “cyberbullying and anti-libel laws” violated by these online attacks urging netizens to be responsible with their posts and refrain from spreading offensive content.…
Singer-actor JK Labajo handled a minor accident during a show with humor. On Instagram, the “Ere” singer shared photos of him being attended to by medics. The pictures reveal a smiling JK despite his left foot being in a bondage wrap, along with the overflowing crowd in Orani, Bataan. In the caption, he wrote, “Isa sa mga pinaka energetic at pinakamagandang crowd na nakasama namin this year! Orani, talagang nahulog ako sa inyo! Sobrang saya! Hanggang sa muli! ❤️🐝🦴” View this post on Instagram A post shared by juan karlos (@juankarlos) In the comments section, he expressed gratitude to those…
Netizens were amused by TV host Mariel Rodriguez’s conversation with her husband Robin Padilla which involved a “scandalous third party” prank. The exchange began when the actor-politician mentioned to his wife that he had something urgent to tell her. “Babe, eskandalo ‘to,” Robin messaged. Mariel responded reassuringly, saying, “[B]abe kung ano man ‘yan alam mo na ako ay lagi nasa likod mo. Ano nangyayari?” The senator replied, “[B]abae babe. Naglabas na yun babae ng ebidensya. Batid na ng buong mundo.” Mariel was naturally taken aback, writing back, “Ha? Hindi ko maintindihan,” and even mentioned the only person she knew who…
Kapuso heartthrob Ruru Madrid shared a recent incident where he had to delay informing his girlfriend, Bianca Umali, about a kissing scene he had with Vivamax star Angeli Khang. The actor shared his experience with the entertainment press following the recent announcement of Khang’s addition to the cast of the GMA primetime series “Black Rider.” The actor revealed his surprise at the first scene he shared with the sexy actress, which involved a kissing scene. “Awkward kasi siyempre first time naming mag-meet tapos kissing scene agad,” reacted Ruru. “Pagdating ko sa set, walang signal dahil nasa Tanay kami, pag-check ko,…
Actress Angelica Panganiban and her husband Gregg Homan exchanged “I dos” once again, this time in a star-studded wedding ceremony in Siargao. Months after they tied the knot on December 2023 in Los Angeles, California, the couple renewed their vows in a second wedding ceremony, surrounded by family, friends, and fellow stars, on Saturday, April 20. Photos and videos shared by their official photographers and guests online showed the radiant bride in her elegant white wedding gown, glowing with happiness on her special day. Angelica’s relatives and close friends, including Anne Curtis, Maxene Magalona, Bela Padilla, Kim Chiu, and Glaiza…