Author: Patricia Dela Roca

Filipino celebrities expressed their dismay in the wake of the controversies surrounding the viral resort built on the foot of the tourist attraction Chocolate Hills in Bohol. A video of a private resort, Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort, showcasing its amenities, including a swimming pool, slides, and cottages with drone shots, revealed its questionable location in the middle of one of the Philippines’ famous tourist spots and caused a stir on social media. Showbiz personalities took to social media to share their opinions on the much-talked-about issue. It’s Showtime host Anne Curtis-Smith was among the artists to react to the…

Apo Whang-Od, the oldest-known tattoo artist in the country, recently faced criticisms online after a video of her grabbing actor Piolo Pascual’s crotch went viral on social media. In the clip, Whang-Od can be seen engaging in what some are calling an “unconventional” approach to tattooing. The video, reportedly shot in Buscalan, Kalinga Province, showed Piolo and his brother Pochie, as they visited the 107-year-old “mambabatok” for a tattoo session. However, what caught the attention of netizens was the moment when Whang Od touched a private part of the actor’s body during the tattooing process. Piolo’s reaction in the video…

Pinay R&B artist Denise Julia was recently under fire for her controversial statements addressing allegations about her supposed “queerbaiting”. The issue started when an X user @daintysapphic_ called out the “B.A.D.” singer’s series of now-deleted posts on her verified X account, for “offensive” takes on women and mentioned how badly timed the issue to surface during International Women’s Month. Denise’s posts were supposedly about people who are doubting her sexuality and labeling her content and interactions with other female artists as “queerbaiting”. Queerbaiting is a slang term that involves the practice of hinting at non-heterosexual relationships or attraction, typically in…

In response to the uproar surrounding the viral private resort in Bohol, Captain’s Peak Garden and Resort, the manager of the establishment has stepped forward to defend the its operations. Amidst allegations of environmental damage and illegal construction, the resort’s manager, Juliet Sablas, maintained that they had obtained the necessary permits for the private establishment which was situated on the foot of the Chocolate hills. In a report by ABS-CBN News, Sablas, speaking to Teleradyo Serbisyo on Wednesday, March 13, asserted that while they were aware of the protected status of the area, they had fulfilled all the requirements to…

A now-viral video of a private resort in the vicinity of Chocolate Hills in Bohol, one of the Philippines’ famous tourist spots, is causing a stir on social media. The video was posted by travel vlogger Ren The Adventurer on his Facebook page, showcasing the resort’s amenities, including a swimming pool, slides, and cottages, with clips shot in an aerial view, revealing its location at the heart of the iconic hills. The content garnered over four million views and exceeded 120,000 reactions on Facebook, as of writing. As news of the resort’s construction broke, social media platforms were flooded with…

It’s Showtime host Jhong Hilario proudly shared another milestone in his daughter Sarina’s life by uploading her first music video on his YouTube channel. The adorable two-year-old, born to Jhong and his long-time partner Maia Leviste Azores, showcased her musical talents in a heartwarming cover of Frank Sinatra’s “Fly Me To The Moon.”The video showed Hilario family’s visit to a recording studio, capturing Sarina’s joy as she performed her heart out. “I love to sing, and I have been singing this song since I was just one. Finally went on a field trip to a recording studio, and the rest…

Celebrity couple Karylle Padilla and Yael Yuzon celebrated their 10th wedding anniversary by renewing their marriage vows. The renewal of vows, held on March 9, was a simple yet intimate affair, as highlighted in pictures shared by Karylle’s mother, Zsa Zsa Padilla. Zsa Zsa took to Instagram to share her pride and extend congratulations to Karylle and Yael. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zsa Zsa Padilla (@zsazsapadilla) “Congratulations, K and Yael! It was a beautiful ceremony for your renewal of vows!”, she captioned a post. The post garnered a flood of well-wishes and congratulatory messages from…

In the wake of the heartbreaking news surrounding the passing of veteran actress Jaclyn Jose, a heartfelt tribute from actress Dimples Romana drew an emotional response from Andi Eigenmann. Dimples took to her social media to pay homage to Jaclyn by sharing her fond memories and gratitude for the lessons she had learned from the multi-awarded actress. The post featured a short clip from the classic drama film, ‘Minsan May Isang Puso,’ where Dimples starred with Jaclyn. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Dimples Romana (@dimplesromana) “Lost another true icon ? @jaclynjose,” her post began. “Tita Jane…

The entertainment industry is in mourning as news of the sudden loss of acclaimed actress Jaclyn Jose was reported by several media outlets. The veteran actress was confirmed to have passed away at the age of 60. Her close friends, fellow celebrities, and former co-stars have taken to social media to pay tribute to Jaclyn, sharing personal anecdotes and highlighting the influence she had on their careers. National Artist Nora Aunor penned a lengthy statement, expressing her grief for her fellow veteran acting star. “Taus puso po akong nakikiramay sa kaniyang mga naulila at sa mga kasamahan nating lubos na…

The youngest child of the late veteran actress Jaclyn Jose, Gwen Guck, has reportedly returned to Manila to pay his final respects to his mother. According to ABS-CBN News’ report, Guck’s arrival was welcomed by Diego Cerrudo and his father, musician Bo Cerrudo, who picked him up at the airport on Saturday morning. During Bo’s heartfelt message at the PPL Entertainment tribute night for Jaclyn, he shared that Gwen, who shares a close bond with his son, will be staying with their family. Diego and Gwen were said to be high school bandmates at Ateneo. “Gwen is my best friend…