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Jennylyn andi’s ThirD ParTy “Bwakaw” in PaOlO-lian Goes to appeal SeParaTiOn? Oscars Doubted PINOY PINOY Insider Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Insider Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News aiai sinuyo ng jewelry set ng dyowa nang magkalabuan unfair doon sa mga taong involved. Nagkaproblema lang na minsan naman hindi mo maiiwasan sa isang pamilya,” by paglilinaw ni AiAi. Bago umuwi si Sophia ay naayos naman ang hindi pagkakaunawaan nila. “Opo, maayos naman po. Hindi ko Meet lang po talaga kinaya na wala ang mom ko. Masyado pa po akong bata siguro na hindi ko pa kaya na wala ang mama ko,” pahayag naman ni Sophia. Muli raw babalik ang dalaga sa Amerika kapag nakapagtapos na siya ng high school dito sa Pilipinas para BernieTarga-Ganon makuha ang kanyang green card at para Shaina gusto sanang na rin makapag-aral ng college roon. Samantala, may mga bulung-bulungan First Ever Queen Lola din na mukhang nagkakalabuan na ngayon sina AiAi at ang boyfriend nitong si Jed Alvin Salang. Nagbigay daw ng I was born on a sunny day in February 17, 1950 My schooling years were the toughest, since mag-solo sa europe! isang jewelry set ang binata sa aktres and brought up in a small town in San Agustin, my parents could not afford to send me to school Irosin, Sorsogon. I have two very loving and hard necessarily. With my strong determination to finish Kamakailan ay nakabalik na sa bansa para muling suyuin ito. Nakatakdang magbakasyon si for all God’s guidance,” nakangiting “O, bongga ’di ba? Ganda ko! Echos! working parents, Elena Gacosta, a dressmaker and with a degree, I was able to graduate with flying ang babaeng anak ni AiAi delas na si Sixto Furing a WWII veteran. I have five brothers colors. kapag nagtapos pahayag ni Shaina. Sophia mula sa Amerika. May kinalaman ’Yun na ’yun, huwag na nating pag- na ang teleserye niyang Kung Ako’y Wala mang karelasyon ngayon usapan. Kami pa rin siyempre. Lahat and two sisters. My brothers are Sixto Jr., Jesus, I became a teacher for twenty six years at Central nga ba ito sa diumano’y pakikitungo ng Rolando, Fernando and Joseph. Fernando and Colleges of the and was a Trainer of Iiwan Mo. Kailangan magbakasyon ang dalaga ay masaya naman siya sa dating asawa ni AiAi na si Miguel Vera naman ng relasyon dumadaan sa ganoon. ng dalaga dahil sa rami ng kanyang pagiging single. Wala namang perfect, wala naman Joseph were named after my parent’s favorite Secondary Development Program (SEDP) in at ang kasalukuyang asawa ng singer? actors, Fernando Poe and . My National Capital Program for both Public and Private mga naging trabaho at dahil na rin sa “Parang ang lumabas kasi sa balita, sigurong relasyon na hindi nag-aaway mga naging problema niya sa kanyang pero naayos pa rin,” giit ng Concert two beautiful and kind sisters are Maria Veronica Schools, and a Cultural Commissioner of Cultural ’yung step mom niya ’yung nang-aapi sa and Maria Nimfa. I was blessed with four loving and Athletic Ass. Of Colleges and Universities personal na buhay. kanya. Hindi naman totoo ’yun, napaka- Comedy Queen. “Magbabakasyon kami after the children from my first husband, Vincent Bernard (CAACUP ). I also received a special merit award soap ends. Kasama ko sina Ate Vina who is married to Shiela Ty with three kids, Cielo, from the Australian Dancesport Academy held at (Morales) sa Europe. Dapat ako lang Sofia Mei and Troy. My son Vincent John Paul PUP. pero ang daming sasamang friends who is married to Lisa Laudico, also with three Here in , I worked as Physician namin,” bungad ni Shaina. kids, Vincent Anthony, Andrew and Audrey. And Relations Staff at Temple Community Hospital, Jodi matagal naghintay bago lastly my daughters Ellen Rose and my youngest Activity Director of Silverlake Adult Day Health Dapat ay sa Europe na magdiriwang ng kaarawan ang dalaga sa darating na daughter, Grace Bernadette. Care Center and Dance Instructor at Asia Pacific Nov. 6 pero hindi ito matutuloy dahil I considered my childhood days very memorable Health Care Venture. sa kanyang taping schedules. but extraordinary and unique. I do not remember My involvement in the community, for a good “Hindi pa kami makaalis until after nagka-career ng bongga playing and enjoying games like many young girls cause, is always in my heart. I am affiliated with I finish taping for Kung Ako’y Iiwan do. As early as I could walk, my Lola who was so nonprofit organizations namely, Temple Westlake Mo, which is on the third week of Matagal-tagal na rin si Jodi Sta. Maria matagal nang nali-link sa kanya na si Jolo religious took me along with her to church almost Neighborhood Development Corp. as Board November,” dagdag pa ng aktres. sa industriya pero hindi niya inakalang Revilla? every day. After mass, we go around town visiting member, Fil/Am Community of LA (FACLA), Sobrang excited na ni Shaina na mabibigyan pa siya ng pagkakataon na “I would say na he is someone special her old sick friends and feeding them with hard MOTHER movement, PICC and UBLA. pumunta sa Europe para makapunta sa magbida sa isang teleserye. Maituturing na right now. Hanggang dun na lang po boil eggs kept in her small “banig” bag. She always Today I am happy with my life, enjoying it to the Padre Pio Pilgrimage church. ang ang kauna- muna,” maikli pero makahulugang sagot carried it with her and her herbal plants where fullest, and am married to the most wonderful guy “Devotee kasi ako, sobra! Last stop unahang soap opera na pinagbidahan ng ni Jodi. she used it for massaging the sick. Oftentimes, in the world, Mr. Reynaldo Flores Ganon. namin ’yun. Magpapasalamat lang ako aktres. they let me dance along with to the music of their My name is Maria Bernardita Furing Targa Ganon “Dumating po ako sa ganung point, clapping. and I am your Queen Lola 2012! kumbaga tanggap ko na hanggang dito na lang ako, pang-support lang talaga. Kumbaga, lahat ng nangyayaring ito, panaginip lang sa akin hanggang ngayon. venus excited with Pridyider ’Yun na nag-mind set ako eh. Minsan sumasagi sa isip ko na malay mo isang araw magkaroon, makatisod ako ng role,” Venus Raj is excited in her debut movie nakangiting kuwento ni Jodi. Pridyider. The movie is directed by Rico Maria Hindi naman sumama ang loob ng aktres Ilarde under Regal Films. It is the sequel to one kahit na sa tinagal-tagal niya sa pagiging of the scariest episodes of Shake, Rattle and artista ay ngayon lamang siya nagbida sa Roll starring which revolves isang proyekto. around a mysterious refrigerator that preys on “’Di naman magkakaroon ng pain kung females. tanggap mo naman eh. ’Yung nangyari After conquering the global beauty pageant, ngayon siguro po parang everything fell the Miss Universe 2010 fourth runner-up is into place. Kumbaga ’di naman po talaga now set to make her mark on the big screen. siya pinilit. God is good all the time. Venus is grateful to her director and co-stars Sinasabi nila na a fruit tastes better and who helped her handle her first major, major sweeter when it’s ripe and right. Good cinematic outing. things come to those who wait,” paliwanag The movie also stars Janice, , pa ng aktres. JM de Guzman, Baron Geisler, Samantala, ano na nga ba talaga ang and . tunay na namamagitan kina Jodi at ang

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protection. That is the kind of the Filipino senator we have here. Ibig sabihin ipamigay na lang natin ang Scarborough Shoal pagka’t tayo ay duwag,” Enrile said. He added: “Napakagaling From new york to los angeles ClaSh in SenaTe naman ng admiral na ito. The senator was saying that Secretary conduct some “back channelling” , Enrile went Del Rosario should be replaced efforts with concerned Chinese on to read Brady’s notes. This by . Knowing that The Arrival of Style Fashion Week LA officials to peacefully resolve prompted Trillanes to stage a reports are coursed through the conflict between and walk out. DFA, the senator said he would Many of Hollywood’s mainstream celebrities have already confirmed Beijing concerning overlapping Enrile said that he wanted to give an alternate channel so that Insider Productions is excited to announce claims to the Spratly islands in the “unmask” Trillanes. He even that on Friday, October 19, 2012, Apl.de.Ap, and more are expected to attend this show. Many well-known Fil-Am communications can go directly celebrities are also attending. From movie actresses, to TV stars, to West Philippine Sea. described Trillanes as “the to Palace (Malacañang).” multi-Grammy awardee and Filipino-American In his privilege speech, phantom of Philippine politics.” member of musical supergroup Black Eyed recording stars, and even reality show icons, the glitz and glamour ”He (Trillanes) arrogated to of Hollywood will be well-represented at this event. A full lineup of Trillanes accused Enrile of trying Enrile told Trillanes that he was himself to become the channel Peas, will be the co-chair for this special event to bully his way to approve a just sore because he declined his honoring and showcasing renowned Filipino- celebrities expected to attend will be announced soon. Many of the of foreign policy to Malacañang. local television outlets, including Access Hollywood, KSCI LA-18, proposed measure creating Nueva request for additional budget. He was working with bilateral American fashion designer Alexis Monsanto’s Camarines. Trillanes denied the allegation. Spring/Summer 2013 Collection. This unique KTLA 5 and Fox 11 have already committed to covering the show as relations with China. In a well, including (TFC) and Kababayan LA, who The Senate chief shrugged off According to Brady, Trillanes (recent) meeting with the and prestigious event will be held at Vibiana in Trillanes’s claim and insinuated told the Chinese that the Los Angeles, on October 19, 2012, during the will be providing special coverage. Cabinet, it was agreed that we Part of the proceeds from this event will be donated to ABS-CBN that he raised the issue to Philippines “does not care about should not do that. I do not want Grand Finale Night of Style Fashion Week LA. TENSION gripped the Senate “camouflage” his rift with Foreign the Panatag Shoal.” Enrile said: Foundation International’s Bantay Bata, to benefit disadvantaged session yesterday afternoon when to discuss any more this sordid children. This event is strictly by invitation only. Space is limited. To Secretary Albert del Rosario after “He said,’Sa Pilipinas walang matter. It is enough that I read Senators and the former Navy officer reportedly may gusto sa amin ng panatag.’ make a donation and to be added to the guest list, please call 213-788- IV engaged in the notes of Ambassador Brady 3323 or 213-325-3000 or email: [email protected]. Don’t recommended to the President to Pilipino ba ‘yan? Makabayan ba to unmask this phantom of the a squabble which all started with charge the DFA chief with treason ‘yan? My God, what kind of a miss out on the pomp and pageantry that is Style Fashion Week LA! the passage of a bill creating a opera in Philippine politics,” for trying to wage war against senator is this?” Enrile stressed. new province out of Camarines China. “In the height of the problem, Sur but eventually led to the Trillanes tried very hard to stop he was suspecting that the younger lawmaker’s “secret Enrile from reading the “notes” Americans were involved in the PINOY dealings” with the Chinese on made by former Ambassador to conflict. He ascertained he did the Spratlys dispute. China Sonia Brady regarding the not want any conflict in election Insider Trillanes insisted that he had former’s meeting with Chinese year, referring to the Chinese,” Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News been authorized, although not officials on the ground that it will Enrile said. in black and white (officially), tackle national security. With the “He told the Chinese that MILDRED DEANG by President Benigno Aquino to approval of Senate Pro Tempore we cannot enforce our coastal President NoRbERto F. REyEs, III Sr. Vice President and General Counsel

EDwARD PEREz PoNcIANo DEANG Executive Vice President Director of Operations Pnoy urges Silence RIcky Lo EuGENE AsIs Editor-In-Chief Contributing Editor Gerald on his Quest for Sarah’s love: toM LIM suMAGANG ANDy z. EDRALIN on Spratlys Dispute Director of Marketing Photo Editor jAN ELMER AsIs Art Director PRESIDENT Benigno Aquino there were minor successes.” is disturbed by the conflict The spokesperson added that Pinoy Insider is a weekly entertainment publication for the Filipino community circulated between Foreign Secretary Albert the President will not replace in Northern and Southern , Nevada, and New York. The contents of this newspaper i’ve Done enough Fighting del Rosario and Sen. Antonio Del Rosario despite Trillanes’ are by no means a reflection of the opinion by the publisher. In addition, the views, opinions, Trillanes lV over the Philippines- very public criticisms of the and interpretations of our writers do not necessarily reflect those of Pinoy Insider and all its IF he’s not in a relationship now, Pakiusap pa ni Gerald, “Nangyari na ho ang mga China territorial dispute. DFA head. affiliates. Pinoy Insider reserves the right to refuse publication, any material submitted from believes that God is still writing his love story. And he’s nangyari, kailangan ho nating tanggapin at move on.” its clients, in its sole and absolute discretion. All material submitted for publication can be Presidential spokesperson “I can say categorically that not in a hurry. Nang tanungin kung ang ibig bang sabihin Sa mga umaasa raw na magkakaroon pa sila ng Edwin Lacierda said the President Secretary Del Rosario has the edited and/or revised with notice prior to publication. Under no circumstances shall Pinoy Insider be responsible or liable for damages of any kind and/or delay of publication beyond nito ay hindi niya ikinokonsiderang bahagi ng kanyang third movie ni Sarah, sinabi ni Gerald na wala raw has asked the two to refrain from trust and confidence of the the scope of Pinoy Insider. For further information, love life ang mga babaeng naunang iniugnay sa kanya, silang magiging third movie sa ngayon. Kinunan din making further comments on the President,” he said. “There is please contact Pinoy Insider at ang mabilis niyang sagot, “Kasama ‘yan sa journey, ng pahayag si Gerald sa mga sumisisi kay Mommy Philippines and China row. only one chief policymaker, and kasama ‘yan sa story. Sa isang libro di ba maraming Divine na siya umanong dahilan kung bakit tinapos na Aquino already spoke to that is the President. And there 1-213-325-3000 nangyayari? Hindi lang isang istorya lang.” nina Sarah at Gerald ang kanilang magandang ugnayan. Del Rosario earlier in the day is only one official line, and that and asked him to “refrain from is the Department of Foreign 3460 Wilshire Blvd., Ste. 1005B Sa tanong kung hindi raw ba siya nanghihinayang sa “Bigyan natin ng respeto at privacy ang pamilya nila, si responding” to media questions. Affairs’. And China knows Los Angeles, CA 90010 pagtatapos ng magandang pagtitinginan nila ni Sarah Sarah. No one deserves that. Wala tayong karapatan para “The President also wants this.” or email: [email protected] Geronimo, ang tugon ang aktor, “Basta ako hindi. mag-comment o magbigay ng ating… lalo na kung ang to talk to Senator Trillanes,” Trillanes only attended one Masaya ako sa nangyari sa amin. Meron ho akong mga sama ng sasabihin natin. Sana sabay-sabay na ho tayong Lacierda said. executive session meeting of the moments na para sa amin lang.” mag-move on and give everyone respect and privacy,pati Itinanggi rin niya ang mga bali-balitang hindi pa na rin ho sa akin,” pakiusap niya. The Palace spokesman pointed out that Del Rosario still Cabinet in July, which was when raw talaga sila tunay na nagkalabuan ni Sarah, bagkus confirmed that Trillanes enjoys the full trust and confidence the government was discussing When asked kung worth fighting for ba ang isang previously volunteered to serve of the President. whether to send ships back to the inililihim lang daw nila ito lalo na sa nanay ni Sarah na ang sagot ni Gerald ay, “’Yung as backchannel negotiator to “The President was approached Panatag Shoal. si Mommy Divine. “Mahirap din maghiwalay ang hindi pagkatao ni Sarah is someone very special to me. Ang China at the height of tensions by Senator Trillanes who said that Lacierda said he was unaware naging (magkasintahan). Kumbaga like I said I’m very bait, genuine Ang bait talaga. ‘Yung friendship namin is between Manila and Beijing over there is a way forward,” Lacierda of reports that Trillanes, despite blessed to have the opportunity to share the beautiful sobrang worth keeping.” Pero may pahabol pa si Gerald a territorial dispute in the West said. the sensitive nature of his moments na kasama ko siSarah and ‘yun lang ‘yon. No nang sundutin ito ng tanong kung hindi ba worth fighting Philippine Sea earlier this year. He said that the President assignment, had been giving regrets. Sa bawat tama, sa bawat mali sa bawat failure,sa for si Sarah, ang mabilis na tugon ang aktor, “I’ve done Amid Trillanes’ accusations listened to Trillanes’ suggestion off the record interviews to the bawat success andami nating natutunan, (kaya) no enough fighting. We fight for reasons lahat tayo may that Del Rosario was ineffective as part of his policy to keep all media and volunteering his role regrets. Wala na ho kamingcommunication (ni Sarah).” dahilan.” and a hawk when dealing with options open, and that “it seems as backchannel negotiator to the territorial dispute, Lacierda China.

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by Dolly Anne Carvajal but I learned never to blame anyone, so that it gives me power over the situation. What don’t people know about Angel Aquino? That I’m goofy and that I’m a klutz! In what state is your heart right now? It’s complicated! Seriously, it’s beating steadily and peacefully, and smiling every now and then. Ogie: it Will Be The What was the hardest part about shifting to acting from modeling? ‘ultimate’ Family Bonding Acting brings out real emotions, even those which you never knew you Ogie Alcasid and had. Suddenly I was no longer just are all excited preparing for their baby smiling or feeling happy or pensive. Nate’s first birthday. They are also taking Everything had become more intense him to to meet his half-sisters, and challenging … I was tapping into Sarah and Leila (daughters of Ogie with memories and feelings, some of which his ex-, Michelle van Eimeren). I had stowed away in the deepest “We will watch the F1 race, go to recesses of my consciousness. Universal Studios,” Ogie says. “The works! It will be the ultimate family How do you manage to bonding. My girls will be on break from stay so simple? school. They get to Skype with Nate but My family keeps me grounded and my it’s the first time they will all meet face mother reminds me to keep everything to face. I miss my girls’ kakulitan. They Angel Aquino is a child-woman who simple, live within my means and will always be my little girls in my eyes has managed to remain simple in the not let the perks and glamour of this and heart.” glitzy world she moves in. As a friend, business get to my head. Even if Ogie’s kids come from she always finds ways to make her What’s on your bucket not hiding presence felt when you least expect it. different chapters in his life, he loves them equally. The model-turned-actress has proven list? that she’s more than just a pretty face. More travels for my kids, my mother, Angel’s latest film is a dramatic thriller, and, if I can afford it, my whole family; relationship with “Biktima,” directed by very promising learn another language; and learn to young director RD Alba and opening in dance with a partner. WALANG pagsidlan ng saya si Xian Nang kinumusta siya sa theaters on Wednesday. Lim nang tanggapin niya ang gold panliligaw niya kay Kim, Where do you see record award noong Linggo sa ang sagot ng binata, “Okay Shot entirely in Bohol, the film zeroes yourself 10 years from ASAP para sa kanyang debut naman kami ni Kim. Baron: Staying Sober in on the travails of a female TV reporter who sets off on a dangerous now? album. Lubos naman ang Basta pakiramdam Living in Europe, riding a bike, kanyang pasasalamat sa mga ko kay Kim special trek to the island of Kamandao in spite tagahanga na talaga namang siyang tao all the Baron Geisler is slowly but surely of her husband’s warning. Also in the drinking wine, hosting dinners, buying sumuporta sa kanya. time.” cleaning up his act, post-rehab. cast are , Mercedes fresh flowers, doing the grocery, Hindi nga raw siya Noong nakaraang How does he manage to stay sober? “I Cabral, , writing letters and poetry! makapaniwala na dati ay Ball surround myself with great people who and British-born actor Paul Smith. What’s your beauty napapanood lang niya ang ay magkasabay are supportive,” he says. “I work out a mga singers na binibigyan ng na dumating ang What kind of Angel will regimen? lot and immerse myself in work.” Always: Keep my face clean, awards pero ngayon ay isa na dalawa at marami ang What’s a misconception about him we see in “Biktima”? rin siya sa mga ito. “Siyempre nakapansin sa kanilang A very distraught and disturbed moisturize, drink lots of water, get lots hoping ako na maging platinum sweetness. Kaya naman that he wants to correct? “It’s hard to of fiber and enough sleep. As often as control what people think,” he sighs. Angel because of what happens to my pa siya,” pagiging positibo ni Xian. marami ang nag-iisip na character. She finds herself doing things possible: Get a massage, a good laugh “To be awarded is good. Ibig sabihin baka nga may relasyon na ang “So I just move forward. I know who and conversations with friends, out-of- I am and the people who are close to that harm people who have hurt her. na-aapreciate nila ‘yung ginawa ko.” dalawa. “Let people think what they What made you do the town trips. Samantala, malapit na ring ipalabas ang want to think, ‘yun lang ‘yon,” paliwanag ni me always remind me that I’m a sweet What’s a fashion no-no susunod na teleserye ni Xian na Ina, Kapatid, Xian. “Wag nila sanang pangunahan. Kung guy. Their thoughts matter more than movie? Anak at ka- niya uli rito si Kim Chiu. anong nakikita nila, sila na bahala [mag-isip those of strangers who don’t really The mention of Mercedes Cabral doing for you? Masaya nga raw siya na halos araw-araw silang ng kung anong gusto nilang isipin]. Everyone know me.” it made the project very interesting, but Skirt over pants! nagkikita ni Kim dahil sa taping ng kanilang is entitled to his own opinion.” Dagdag niya, Baron is raving about his new film, Cesar Montano’s name sealed the deal. What makes someone teleserye. “Lagi ko namang pinapasalamatan basta ang usapan nila ni Kim ay naroon sila “Pridyider.” He enthuses: “It’s not just si Kim at congratulations din kay Kim dahil para sa isa’t isa para magtulungan. What’s your advice to sexy? sobrang galing niya dito sa Ina, Kapatid, Anak,” Hindi naman umano siya napi-pressure kung a gross and scary film; it has humor “victims” of any kind? Intelligence, humor, confidence, papuri ni Xian. gusto ng mga tao sa paligid na magkatuluyan and substance. I had a blast shooting success… in that order. the scene where we were submerged in We all become victims every now Pagkatapos ng teleseryeng My Binondo Girl sila ni Kim. “Maybe ‘yung pressure ‘yung and then, but it’s how we reverse the What was a life-changing marami ang nag-isip na titigil na ang ingay ng being different [‘yung role ko sa upcoming water and mud.” team-up ng Kim-Xian dahil nagduda ang iba na teleserye] from Andy Woo (in My Binondo What are the staples in his fridge? situation that defines us. experience you’ve had? for promo lang ito ng kanilang show. Subalit Girl). Showing different from what I did before “Eggs, milk, orange juice and kimchi,” Did you ever feel like a Learning that I was pregnant with my pinatunayan nina Xian at Kim na higit pa sa [pero] in private life, no pressure.” he says. victim? eldest… I realized that I was personally, promo ang kanilang magandang pagtitinginan. Hindi rin daw nila itatago ni Kim kung No more space for alcohol! Baron’s A victim because of my own doing… directly, fully responsible for another Pero lately daw ay hindi na nakakalabas ng sakaling sila na. “Wala naman kailangang a barfly no more. human being’s life. dalawa dahil pareho silang abala sa kanilang isikreto. If there is something to say, aaminin mga trabaho. “Ngayon wala kasing time,” sagot naman. Wala namang sikreto, ‘di naman ni Xian. “Hindi nagtutugma ‘yung schedule pero kailangang isikreto. Wala namang kailangang 6 if there is time pwede naman.” itago.” @ThePinoyInsider 7 PINOY PINOY Insider Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Insider Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News andi’s appeal Doubted

REGAL Entertainment producer, Free Hand Mother Lily Monteverde says she didn’t have any qualms getting Andi Eigenmann to play the lead role in “Pridyider” even by Mario Bautista if some folks discouraged her as Andi’s an unwed mom. “I’m confident na makakabalik siya and revive her showbiz career as she’s a good actress,” she says. “She was in our ‘Shake, Rattle & Roll 12’ and in ‘Mamarazzi’ at nakita ko ang galing niya roon. Everyone deserves a second chance. And after watching her in ‘Pridyider,’ I can really say hindi kami nagkamaling kunin siya. Ang husay niya Sunshine Cherishes especially in that confrontation scene sa climax with Janice de Belen, her mom na akala niya patay na all these years.” Andi reveals that she really wished for a horror film as her comeback flick. “Heto nga, binigay ni Mother Lily kaya 12 years with Cesar I’m so thankful. Director Rico Ilarde SUNSHINE Cruz played dutiful ang number one priority ko, lalo ngayon has come up with a truly scary flick with wife to hubby Cesar Montano at the lumalaki na ang mga bata. 12 years na excellent special effects na ginastusan ng first presscon of “Biktima” held at their kami ni Cesar as husband and wife and husto. If you enjoy watching horror films, Italian resto, Bellissimo, which is now over all, I’d say maligaya talaga ang I’m proud to say na tiyak na matatakot on Scout Rallos St. in . She pagsasama namin.” kayo rito.” personally helped in preparing the pizza and pasta offered to the guests when she could have sat with the other stars at the presidential table during the Q&A as she’s also part of the cast. “Special participation lang naman ako irrevOCaBle liFe inSuranCe TruST (iliT) roon,” she says. “I play the boss of Angel lovi Charms By Roman P. Mosqueda, B.S., LL.B., LL.M., & S.J.D. Aquino in a TV network who assigned her to go to a dangerous assignment. It was while covering that assignment that 1.What is the primary objective of an beneficiaries stated in the ILIT. she got ambushed and went missing. irrevocable life insurance trust? It is to avoid 6.Can loved ones own the insurance policy Napakiusapan lang ako ng writer- including the proceeds of the insurance rather than an ILIT? Yes, but this may create director ng ‘Biktima,’ si RD Alba, who’s Foreign audience policy in the estate of the insured when he several problems: (1.) beneficiaries-loved ones or she dies for estate tax purposes. may have their own estate planning problems a family friend.” 2.What is estate tax? The federal estate that be aggravated by the increase in the value Doesn’t she miss acting? “I do. May can never forget her recent trip tax is imposed on the taxable estate of a of their own estates by the amount of the gagawin nga akong TV show soon. to the Venice Filmfest as part of the “Thy deceased person who is a U.S. citizen or a insurance proceedings; and (2.) an ILIT can deal Pero siyempre, ang family pa rin namin resident of the United States. Nonresident with issues of beneficiaries dying out of order Womb” delegation. “It’s my first time to attend clients are taxed on property or assets and changes in their needs by giving the ILIT an international film festival and it’s really a located in the United States. Trustee broad distribution discretion. great unforgettable experience, especially 3.What is the “taxable” estate of the 7.Who is The Settlor or Grantor of an ILIT? working on the red carpet,” she says. “Also deceased person? It is his or her gross It is the insured of a life insurance policy that is memorable is the standing ovation we got for estate wherever located for a U.S citizen the settlor or grantor of an ILIT. 5 minutes after the gala screening. I feel so or resident less deductions. It includes 8.Are the income, gift, and estate tax not only property interests owned at death, consequences of a transfer of an existing life proud to be part of the film.” but also certain lifetime transfers, and may insurance policy to an ILIT? The black gown she got also good reviews include proceeds of a life insurance policy (1). A transfer or assignment of an existing and many were impressed by her morena on the deceased person’s life. life insurance policy to an ILIT without any Crying Time beauty. “Actually, that time, pagod na pagod Gross estate also includes the value of any adequate and full consideration is treated as a pa kami. I wasn’t even able to put on make up. property transferred within 3 years before gift to the beneficiaries of the ILIT and subject to A FEW nights ago, they were so happy Kickout and do one production number Nag-lipstick lang ako and tied my hair kasi death and any gift tax paid by the person or gift taxes, and to the $12,000 gift tax exclusion in coming Live Exams. Though expelled walang time to prepare. Kaya nakakatuwang estate within 3 years of death. by the beneficiary having Crummey withdrawal while on a field trip to Hong Kong. But Gross estate further includes retained power; on Monday night, it’s crying time for from Artista Academy, they continue their nagustuhan pa rin nila ako.” interest for the benefit of the person in (2). The transfer will also result in taxable the “Artista Academy” students as four extensive training at the Asian Academy In “,” Lovi plays the young girl lifetime transfer of property. income, if the life insurance policy is subject to of them were kicked out simultaneously: of Television Arts (AATA). that an infertile Badjao midwife, , 4.What are the estate tax rate and estate tax a loan in-excess of basis; Alberto Bruno, Marvelous Alejo, Nicole chose to be the babymaker for her and her exclusion amount? For 2012, the maximum (3). The transfer will be subject to inclusion Estrada and Stephanie Rowe. husband, . She’s now shooting estate tax rate is 35%, and the maximum in the insured’s estate for estate tax purposes, if estate tax exclusion rate is $5,120,000.00. the insured transfer the policy within 3 years of This week, in line with their “Fearless” two new films, “The Bride and the Lover”, for For 2013, the maximum estate tax rate is death. But if the policy is less than 1 year old, a challenge, remaining contenders Chanel Director and “Shake Rattle & 55%, and the maximum estate tax exclusion substitute application dated after the execution Morales, Benjo Leoncio, Malak So Roll 14,” “Unwanted” episode, with Vhong rate is only $1,000.000.00. So, assignments of the ILIT, showing the Trustee thereof as the Shdifat, Vin Abrenica, Mark Neumann, Navarro for Director Chito Rono. “I feel so to irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT) of original applicant and owner may be done, if Shaira Mae, Aki Blanco and Sophie fortunate to be working with the country’s existing insurance policies will reduce the possible. Even so, a substitute application does Albert will do two horror flicks helmed best directors. After Direk Dante, Chito Roño gross estate and estate tax on taxable estate not change the fact that the policy was issued naman ngayon so ang suwerte ko, di ba?” over the estate tax exclusion amount. before the execution of the ILIT. by scary films expert Topel Lee. The 5.Who owns the life insurance policy in 9.What is the taxable income of an ILIT? An short films will be shown in the Live GMA7 has also given her a new soap, an irrevocable life insurance trust (ILIT)? ILIT whose only asset is life insurance policy Exam this Saturday. “Yesterday’s Bride” (formerly “Borrowed Either through assignment of an existing will usually have no taxable income, before the Artista Academy principal Wilma V. Wife” which we think is a more intriguing life insurance policy to the Trustee of the life insurance policy matures. To avoid being Galvante also announced that eliminated title), with as her leading man. ILIT, or the trustee of the ILIT buying the taxed as Grantor Trust the ILIT should not use students will form a group called Tropang life insurance for the Settlor/Trustor, the Trust income to pay insurance premiums on the ILIT owns the policy for the benefit of the file of the Grantor on the Grantor’s spouse. 8 @ThePinoyInsider 9 PINOY PINOY Insider Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Insider Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News Will the ‘Poe magic’ Bring StarTalk Grace to the Senate? Two weeks ago, Funfare wondered know her very well (this one included) if Pres. Noynoy Aquino would be able are convinced that Grace would make an by Ricky Lo to convince MTRCB chief - intelligent senator and her credentials, Llamanzares to run for senator under the aside from the “Poe magic,” would back ruling party in next year’s elections. Well, her up. P-Noy did just that. Only a few days after Grace’s 44th birthday party last Sept. 2 (a day before her birthday, Sept. 3) where P-Noy announced that he had in mind “a higher position” for Grace, news came out that Grace had agreed to enter the political race. It means that when her term as head of the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board expires this month, lots of mr. Pogi Wannabes she’s bidding farewell to a job she has done so well (no controversy during her term, right?) and she will surely be missed by the MTRCB members who have become to ‘eat Bulaga’ your Day like family to her. Of course, the enduring “Poe magic” will work in Grace’s favor. Already, her televised in other shows already? friends are coining catch phrases for her “Because he didn’t have money,” campaign such as “Ang inyong lingkod continued Noel, “Edgar Allan would POE, Grace!” and “Sumasainyo POE, commute to the rehearsals and rely on Grace!” Just as how some people doubted ‘treats’ from his fellow contestants.” if tshe could tackle the herculean job Then, he won in 2006 and the big time of “censor,” with Grace proving them beckoned. wrong, some people are wondering how To date, Edgar Allan has done she would fare as a senator. People who several indies, including Astig, Imoral, Magdamag and Ligo Na U Lapit Na Me (for which he won Best Actor in the Cinemalaya and Golden Screen Awards) and some mainstream movies (Shake, Rattle & Roll 13 and ). Kapamilya Star happily For this December’s Metro Filmfest, he is the lead actor in Pedrong Walang Takot episode of Lola Basyang. On Tuesday, Sept. 18, at the FAMAS Awards, Edgar Allan received the Youth married in Singapore Achievement Award. He’s basking in the No guts, no glory. glowing reviews of his performance as the Something funny happened when Kapamilya’s Star Magic. She wasn’t They show lots of guts in pursuit of lead actor (with as lead my friend Raoul Tidalgo and I were in on duty that day and we reminded James glory. Every day on Eat, Bulaga!, they actress) in the PETA staging of Bona, the Singapore a few weeks ago. Raoul was Dean and Arjay to tell her that we could walk on the ramp with studied confidence, classic starring Nora Aunor there to visit his OFW-cousin and I to come back for her the next day. egged on by hosts and and who will be special interview Daniel Dae Kim, one of the She did show up, welcoming us into (or Pauleen Luna), and guests (together with other cast members actors of the remade Hawaii Five-O the hotel with a sweet bedimpled smile. then they boast that they are more talented of the movie) at the thanksgiving and (airing on AXN), featured a few Sundays She asked that we keep her name off the and better-endowed than their lookalikes recognition program during the play’s last ago in Conversations with Ricky Lo. record because she was barely one week before they are made to sing or dance and night next Sunday, Sept. 23, at the PETA First on our agenda during our spare on the job (at the finance department) show their “acting” mettle in a brief skit. Theater in Quezon City. time was to take a quick look at the and hotel management might frown on The search for Mr. Pogi has been going Fullerton Hotel in Marina Bay (a must- her giving an interview. on and off for more than two decades visit if you happen to be in Singapore) She looked impressive in her now. Each of the aspirants is deadset because we heard that it used to be a business suit, blending beautifully with on inheriting the “throne” once held by Post Office Building and, according to a the hotel’s opulent ambience. She has and then by Edgar Allan report, the same company that rebuilt it a business degree obtained even while Guzman, two of the graduates who have into a posh, five-star hotel is thinking of she was pursuing an acting career at the become stars in their own right. Perhaps doing the same to our own Post Office Kapamilya Network where, with her as a nod to Jericho, the logo shows him in Building in Plaza Lawton which is now good looks and talent, she could have silhouette, flashing a come-on smile with practically dormant. made it big had she been patient and his chin framed by his thumb and index Correction: What we discovered at persevering. But then, love got in the finger (a Mr. Pogi “trademark” or ID). Fullerton wasn’t really funny; it was a way and she willingly bade showbiz Scratch a Mr. Pogi wannabe and he has refreshing surprise. goodbye in favor of marriage (late last a sob story to tell just like Edgar Allan At the Concierge, James Dean year). Her husband was working in who, according to his manager Noel Monteverde and Arjay Pamintuan, two Singapore and she gladly joined him. Ferrer, “joined the search to augment the of the in the Fullerton staff, “In my last teleserye,” she volunteered family income since his father had died.” very kindly escorted us to the awesome before she excused herself, “I played a Edgar Allan’s success story is second floor accessible by a winding kontrabida and I enjoyed it.” perfect material for Charo Santos- staircase. Along the way, they informed There was no sign of regret in her Concio’s (MMK) us that also in the hotel staff was an pretty face lit up by a honeymooner or in ’s soon-to-be-revived actress who used to be with glow. . Or hasn’t it been

10 @ThePinoyInsider 11 InsiderPINOY ENTErTAINmENT InsiderPINOY Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News QC Court releases P426-m “Bwakaw” Goes Surety Bond in aBS-CBn to Oscars vS revillame Case was waiting for the Bwakaw is the balance of comedy and MANILA, Philippines—A Quezon The court order was based on elevator at GMA7 when we congratulated melancholy as Rene (Eddie) ponders him. “What for?” he asked. his mortality. Shot in a sedate style that City court has allowed the release of the Revillame’s 2011 omnibus motion We told him his movie “Bwakaw” benefits from the sleepy haze of the P426,917,646.96 surety bond posted for the release of the surety bond, the was chosen as the Philippine entry in the tropical light, the film makes economic earlier by TV host in cancellation of the injunction hearings next Oscar Awards for the best foreign use of a nonintrusive score to maintain its connection with a civil case lodged by and to dismiss the bid for preliminary film category. He was visibly elated and pleasurably mellow rhythm. While it’s 10 network giant ABS-CBN two years ago. injunction for being moot and academic. thanked us. Contrary to reports that he’s or 15 minutes too long, the unhurried feel Judge Alexander Balut of Regional Trial In its counter-claim, ABS-CBN also sick, he looks so hale and healthy and seems entirely in keeping with the focus Court Branch 76 directed the discharge of sought a temporary restraining order didn’t even have an alalay with him. on a character taking stock in his twilight the bond for being unnecessary and for against Revillame’s hosting of TV5′s “Bwakaw” producer Ferdie Lapus years. Garcia embodies that process being moot and academic. “Willing Willie” show. and director represented the beautifully, never forcing the evidence Revillame, a former ABS-CBN talent, Cortez, who was then hearing the case, movie in the recently concluded Toronto of vulnerability and pain beneath Filmfest. Next stop will be the New York Rene’s abrasive exterior. And with an posted the bond in compliance with an only required Revillame to post the surety Filmfest where stars Eddie Garcia and unassuming appeal that characterizes the October 2010 resolution issued by Branch bond. Armida Siguion Reyna will be attending. experience as a whole, Bwakaw (played 84 Judge Luisito Cortez for the TV host Following the non-issuance of the Then it will be shown in competition at by Princess) joins the ranks of the most to post the P426 million bond to answer TRO, the ABS-CBN asked Cortez to the Hawaii International Filmfest. Ferdie heart-tugging screen dogs.” for any damages that might be incurred inhibit from the case, which was soon Lapus posted on Facebook Hollywood by ABS-CBN while he is hosting a new granted. Reporter’s glowing review of the film. variety show on TV5. Balut also suspended the proceedings of Here are some quotes: “A captivating In 2010, the host filed an P11-million the main case, pending finality of a Court charmer from the Philippines, Bwakaw damage suit against his old employer, of Appeal’s decision of the case between charts the gently humanizing process asking the court to make a judicial TV5 versus ABS-CBN and City by which a sour gay curmudgeon opens himself up late in life to experience love confirmation of the end of his contract judge Joselito Villarosa, docketed as CA- and loss. Elevated by a performance with ABS-CBN. G.R. SP No. 117063. to be treasured from national screen In response, the network slapped him The ruling decision refers to the superstar Eddie Garcia, and equally with a P426-million counter-claim for granting the petition for certiorari and winning work from a cute pooch, the allegedly reneging on his contract set to prohibition filed by the ABC Development film gracefully blends melodrama, expire in 2011. Corporation, Villarosa’s reversal of broad and lower-key comedy, and In a six-page order, Balut dismissed the Dec. 2 and 17, 2010 orders and the honestly earned sentiment while ABS-CBN’s application for preliminary dismissal of the infringement case filed making poignant observations about injunction. He also considered as moot the by ABS-CBN against TV5. Villarosa old age, emotional solitude, romantic injunction hearings set last October 7, 20, also made the preliminary injunction longing and friendship. One of the most affecting aspects of 21, 2011; November 10, 11, 17, 24 and 25, being asked by TV5 as permanent. Bea Proud after John lloyd Touched her Private Parts 2011 and December 1, 2011.

BEA Alonzo’s most controversial happen. But siyempre, I’d rather be the this. When I pitched the scene in “The Mistress” shows her wife kasi mahirap ang position ng mistress, movie kina Charo and Malou getting ’s hand and e very possessive ako.” Santos, it’s on the condition asking him to touch her most private na hindi puwedeng baguhin vice Disprove rumors of hatred With ai ai parts. Didn’t she have any reluctance Derek’s loss, Johnn lloyd’s Gain ang ending. E, nagandahan to do this delicate scene? “Noong una, naman sila. At ngayon, MANILA, Philippines – has cleared the air about the supposed ongoing kinakabahan ako, pati du’n sa kissing yung mga nakapanood na ng bad blood between him and actress Ai Ai delas Alas. and bed scene with Tito Ronaldo movie, nagandahan din, so In an interview with “The Buzz” on Sunday, Vice Ganda related that there is no Valdez,” she says at the victory party of it’s a risk worth taking.” tension between him and the comedienne after having patched up their differences last “The Mistress.” “Pero alam ko namang She started shooting the May during the birthday of ABS-CBN executive Cory Vidanes. kasama talaga ‘yun sa movie at kung movie with Vice Ganda went on to relate how he and Ai Ai recently worked together in an ganito kaganda ang project, wala kang as the lead actor. Then Derek episode of “It’s Showtime.” karapatan to say no. I was expecting left ABS-CBN so he was “Noong nasa dressing room po ako, sinabihan ako na mag-aabot kami ni Ms. Ai nga, mas grabe pang ipagagawa sa’kin. replaced by John Lloyd. Ai. Hindi ko po alam na mag-aabot kami kahapon. Nung sinabi na sa akin, sabi ko ‘Yung scene kay John Lloyd, the Would the movie be as ‘Ah talaga, okay!’ Gusto ko rin. Kasi kaya nga gusto kong nandoon si Ms. Ai Ai para usual reaction after he betrayed me is successful if Derek played masagot namin ang mga tanong na hindi na rin namin kailangan sagutin,” he said. magagalit ka, sasampalin mo siya dahil the part? Vice Ganda said he embraced delas Alas backstage when he saw her. niloko ka, but ibang naging reaction ni “We don’t know, but kung “Sa likod pa lang nu’ng LED, nagkita na kami kahapon (Saturday) nang hindi namin Sari (the character she plays) and I’m si Derek ang gumanap, ang sinasadya. Nandoon na ako, naka-stand by ako, doon din pala siya manggagaling,” he really proud of that scene.” OLIVE Lamasan, the director of “The personalidad niya ang lalabas said. “Sabi nu’ng floor director, ‘Tabi ka muna si Ms. Ai Ai pala muna ang lalabas.’ What can she say now that many Mistress,” has made films about infidelity sa movie, so it would be Sabi ko ‘Ay talaga nasaan siya?’ Noong parating siya niyakap ko na siya agad kasi writers are predicting she’d win a best before like “Minsan, Minahal Kita” and different as we would have hindi niya ako nakita kasi madilim. Sabi ko ‘Ms. Ai!’ Sabi niya ‘Ay bakla nandito ka actress award this early? “I don’t want “In the Name of Love” but this is the first adjusted the character to him. pala.’ Tapos chikahan kami agad.” to expect kasi ang daming magagaling time she takes the viewpoint of the mistress Pero iba talaga ang chemistry According to Vice Ganda, he is happy to be friends again with delas Alas. na movies and performances this year. and it’s not a happy ending. Didn’t she get nina Bea at John Lloyd. We “Ang sarap ng pakiramdam kasi wala akong naramdaman kahit konting bahid na may Basta natutuwa akong maraming scared that viewers might not appreciate it have scenes na kahit hindi pinagdaanan kaming hindi maganda noong nakaraan,” he said. nagkagusto sa performance ko at naging that John Lloyd and Bea didn’t end up with mo idetalye, alam na nila Reports about delas Alas and Vice Ganda crossing swords surfaced early this year, blockbuster ang ‘The Mistress’.” each other in the film? ang gagawin nila. Kahit ina- with the latter admitting to snubbing the comedienne when they crossed paths at a five- The movie earned P140 million in “Takot na takot nga ako as it’s not the adlib na lang nila, natural na star hotel. its first week of showing and is now usual ending,” she says. “But natural pa rin ang dating.” “Gusto ko pong linawin na meron po kaming problemang pinagdadaanan ni Ms extended in 200 theaters so it’s sure to from Day 1, ‘yun na talaga ang ending na What kind of movie would Ai Ai; ’yun ang dahilan kung bakit naganap ang sitwasyon na ’yun,” he said then. earn more. Would she ever a mistress gusto namin ng scriptwriter, si Vanessa she like to do next? “A period “Mayroon kaming problema at ina-acknowledge ko po ‘yun.” in real life? “Mahirap magsalita nang Valdez. I know it’s risky, but there’s no movie. I’d really want to try To this day, neither Vice Ganda nor delas Alas has given any details as to what led tapos as we don’t know what will other way we can end the movie but like that.” to their past animosity.

12 @ThePinoyInsider 13 PINOY PINOY Insider Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Insider Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2012 Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News Your No. 1 Source of Entertainment News 2 Pinoys Get emmy nods for regrets Work on ‘Pan-am,’ ‘Touch’ having no Chance Of LOS ANGELES, California - Two her work in the TV show “Heroes.” Filipinos were nominated for Emmys for “If you’re passionate about it, it doesn’t their visual effects work in two US TV feel like you’re working hard because visiting Bataan shows “Pan-Am” and “Touch.” you’re so into that you just get lost in your In an exclusive interview with ABS- work, so it’s nice,” she said. CBN, Meliza Fermin and Tony Ocampo Ocampo said there are a growing number said they are proud to represent Filipinos of Filipinos in the industry. at the Creative Arts Emmys. “Ah, madami na. The thing is you have One week before the primetime to prove yourself eh. When you come here, Emmys, the prestigious organization you have to prove yourself. You can’t just honors outstanding work featured on come here and expect them to give you a Hollywood’s best shows. work visa, a green card, you have to prove Walking alongside stars on the yourself talaga,” he said. red carpet are other nominated Ocampo has already received several choreographers, animators, musicians trophies from the Visual Effects Society and other people who work behind the and nominations for his work in TV scenes. shows like “Grey’s Anatomy,” “CSI,” and Fermin previously won an Emmy for “Walking Dead.”

Sharon explains ‘real man’ MANILA, Philippines— Despite was played by Filipino actress Lea plans of staying in the Philippines a Salonga in Broadway back in the ‘90s. week longer than the rest of the finalists, “I’ve heard about the rumors but “” Season 11 runner-up there have been no offers,” said she, Quip about KC’s Suitor Jessica Sanchez may not be able to visit who, likewise, refuted talks about her her Filipino relatives in Samal, Bataan supposedly opening for Jennifer Lopez’s MANILA, Philippines -- Actress why I said ‘not a woman.’ Sinundan due to endorsement commitments upcoming concert in Manila. Sharon Cuneta again had to defend ko pa ng ‘hindi tomboy ang ibig ko including one for an apparel brand. Sanchez did not talk about her In an interview during a press romantic relationship with “American herself when she reportedly referred sabihin.’ Guess it’s damned if you do conference on Sept. 18 at the Manila Idol” finalist DeAndre Brackensick. to the new suitor of her daughter KC & damned if you don’t. That’s so sad.. Hotel for the “American Idol Live! Though expected to sing some love Concepcion as “lalaking-lalaki.” May I just ask: Why is this such a big Tour 2012,” Sanchez said that she looks songs in her debut album, Sanchez That quip was published by the tabloid deal if no one is guilty of something? forward to learning about her “culture” simply said that at her age, there are Bandera, and then picked up by its Bakit may affected? Yun lang,” Cuneta and tasting a lot of “home-cooked other messages apart from love that she sister publication, the Philippine Daily told @pinoyviewer. [Filipino] food...sinigang na baboy,” but can share such as her “dreams” and her Inquirer. This is not the first regrets that her schedule won’t allow “journey.” In that interview, Cuneta admitted time Cuneta had her to personally touch base with her “Don’t let anybody get in your way--- that French photographer and filmmaker to defend herself family here. believe in yourself and your dreams,” is Pierre Emmanuel Plassart is her favorite on social media. Earlier reports say that even if the her message to Filipinos. among Concepcion’s suitors. Last March, the visit to her mother’s hometown does not Recalling her stint at the 2012 But apparently Cuneta said more in actress figured push through, Sanchez welcomes the Democratic National Convention that interview. in a word war possibility of meeting her townmates (DNC) for US President Barrack Obama “At ito pa ang nakakalokang pahayag against some in her hotel room in Manila even if held at Charlotte, North Carolina a ni Mega tungkol kay Pierre, ‘Lalaking- netizens whom briefly. few days ago, Sanchez confessed to lalaki! Very nice boy. Pero hindi siya she suspected Sanchez proudly reasserted her roots have been “shivering” backstage from mama’s boy, ha! Gusto ko lang linawin are fans of at the conference, saying “I am Filipino nervousness. na hindi siya babae,’” the Bandera report Pascual. and I come from a Filipino family that “I think I was as nervous there as when said. was born and raised here so I learn a lot I sang in the finals night [on ‘Idol’],” she from them [about the culture].” said. “May pinatatamaan kaya si Mega sa Sanchez downplays any competition mga sinabi niyang ito? Ano naman kaya Asked if she knows of any Filipino artist or song, she names Sarah Geronimo with any of the finalists and even with ang masasabi diyan ng ex-boyfriend ni and the song “Ikaw” by Sharon Cuneta. who eventually emerged KC na si ?” She cited the late as as “Idol” champ. She said that being The quote drew negative reactions on her biggest musical influence. friends with them way before the social media. She sees her visit to Manila as a elimination on the show began had “THIS IS FOUL!” tweeted @ “highlight” of her “Idol” experience paved the way for genuine friendship. PublicityAsia. especially since it’s the only Asian She confirmed that she has been in touch with other Filipino “Idol” finalists “AGREE! @sharon_cuneta12 is stop of the tour. After fulfilling her NEGAstar!!!” replied Cris Aquino from past seasons, particularly Thia commitments here, Sanchez will return Megia and Jasmine Trias, who both (‏@pinoyviewer). to Los Angeles to finish her debut album openly supported Sanchez in the show. Cuneta quickly defended which she says is halfway done and will “We keep in touch but not that much herself on her official Twitter contain “a pop, urban, R&B sound” that since all of us have been busy lately.” account. may or may not follow in the vein of the Also featured in the “American Idol “I cleared it up exactly teaser song released just a few weeks Live! Tour 2012” happening at the because I was avoiding ago titled “Fairytale.” on Sept. 21 are: controversy kasi nagtawanan The interview also served as Phillip Phillips, , DeAndre ang mga nakapaligid sa akin opportunity for Sanchez to clarify Brackensick, , Erika Van pati ang nagtanong, so alam rumors about her inclusion to a planned Pelt, Heejun Han, Skylar Laine, Colton ko na iniisip nila. That’s “Saigon” movie, the lead role of which Dixon and Hollie Cavanagh.

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BenCh Universe Sarah lahbati Shaina magdayao Bianca manalo Stars’ Fierce ramp Performance Bench pulled out all the stops for its Bench Universe For the futuristic presentation, Karylle made a fashion show held at The Arena last Thursday night, surprisingly strong effect with her fierce attitude September 13. Its denim and underwear collection as she walked the ramp in her underwear and were showcased through collaborative efforts with towering heels. It was certainly a different side of top Filipino designers such as Michael Cinco, Randy her, knowing that the singer-host doesn’t make it a Ortiz, Rajo Laurel, Cary Santiago, Ezra Santos, Joey habit to be the center of attention on and off cam. In Samson, and Furne On. the same vein, it suited Julia Montes to showcase Kim Chiu was certainly a perfect choice for the girl power with her metal corset and skinny jeans. opening act, wearing a glittering detachable gown Walang Hanggan rivals Coco Martin and as she walked onto the stage. She did not disappoint also received lots of cheers from her fans by trading her long skirt for skimpy shorts the crowd. Paulo even teased the audience as he and sky-high platform heels. It showed off her long pretended to pull down his briefs on stage. But flawless legs and lean frame. Joining her in that while Paulo didn’t have qualms showing off his segment was who looked confident and body, Coco was fully-clothed with wings attached proud with his body. He shocked the audience as he for the finale. Although many were disappointed removed his underwear to reveal his thong briefs. that he didn’t show up in his underwear, Coco But it was who made a powerful still managed to get the loudest cheers from the entrance as he appeared riding an aerial canoe and crowd, who were probably avid viewers of his hit proceeded to climb down the stage with a harness. It teleserye. was reminiscent of Richard Gomez who showed off Other Kapamilya stars who participated in this his rowing skills for Bench’s first ever commercial successful event included Richard Gomez, Shaina back in the ‘90s. Enchong further wowed the Magdayao, Kathryn Bernardo, , audience with his gladiator-inspired look and sexy Angeline Quinto, , Rayver Cruz, underwear. Paul Jake Castillo, and . manny and Jinkee Pacquiao enchong Dee rocco nacino enzo Pineda & Jason Fransisco

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Disaster in waiting A nasty breakup makes a woman either Blind bloom or wither. Beautiful Starlet, who has just suffered a major loss in the romance department— Aiza Seguerra, iTEMS because of Sexy Nymphet, who hooked asked if she really wants up with BS’s man—should have waited to have her own child: a bit longer. “Of course… kung Instead, BS kept people talking at a pwedeng my own flesh splashy event, but for all the wrong and blood, why not? reasons. At least ngayon, ang Troubled hunk rattles It was pretty obvious that she was science advanced na. out of shape—flabby and generally Marami nang paraan. closeted benefactor unappealing, a mole pointed out. ’Di na kailangan ang Worse, her once sparkling face has lost maglasing para may Aljur Abrenica on going topless its luster. mangyari!” (Good luck Is Closeted Benefactor getting tired of in the recent Bench underwear show: Did Former Beau cast that detrimental with that.) Troubled Hunk, whose erratic behavior “Wala naman talaga akong balak spell? SN, be warned. Aiza, asked to choose has been disturbing coworkers? maghubad. Pero siyempre ’yun ang her baby’s daddy: “Siyempre dapat pogi, TH is believed to be acting up because hinahanap ng mga tao… Kaya kung ano matangkad, mabait… siguro pupwede of his volatile romance with Pretty ’yung hinahanap nila, ayaw naman natin handsome hunk rowdy ako kay Derek Ramsay!” (Good choice. Starlet. After every fight with PS, TH magdamot, ibinigay ko kung ano gusto Now what?) turns to booze and illicit substances. when drunk nilang makita.” (Well, what did you Unknown to most people, TH has a During a splashy event, some celebrity expect? It’s the Bench show.) rather powerful backer in CB, who can revelers each had one drink too many. Boy2 Quizon, persuade the bosses to look the other And while others were content to denying that he way every time the guy gets in a tight simply make noise, Handsome Hunk and Rufa Mae spot. went a bit too far. Quinto have How long can CB cover up for TH? HH trashed art works displayed at the broken up: “Si The clock is ticking. venue. His handlers ordered everyone Pchi halos 12 to keep mum about the incident. years na kaming Still, his home studio had to pay for the magkasama so Caught midway damaged art pieces. talagang kung Veteran Actor visited Handsome Hunk Will HH’s bosses deduct the amount sa lalim lang ng in the latter’s bucolic home. from his take-home pay, like what pagkakaibigan, Since HH’s Clueless Wife was away, happened to Erring Star in a Rival best friend ko VA was able to indulge twin addictions Firm? ’yang taong ’yan.” with HH—drugs and sex. Seems HH has a history of being rowdy (Fine. Let’s all While VA and HH were enjoying when intoxicated. Months earlier, HH move on.) themselves, CW knocked on the door; got quite boisterous, smashing a glass Angelica Jones on giving birth to on being linked her trip to the city had been cut short. trophy at a victory party. son Angelo: “I’m very happy and very Shaina Magdayao to Diether Ocampo: “Ano ba? Kuya ko HH and VA dressed up in a hurry. Rated RO for Repeat Offender. blessed. Dream kong magkaroon ng si Diet!” (Ano ba!) CW, a longtime fan of VA’s, was too anak na malusog at gwapo. Pinatong sa star-struck to notice anything, though. dibdib ko, halos mangiyak-ngiyak ako.” Instead of getting suspicious, CW heartthrob’s new toy (Welcome to sleepless nights. You’re asked for a snapshot with VA. Remember Dreamy Guy, who gifted going to shed some real tears.) Stunning Starlet with a super-costly Angelica, asked if there’s a chance another one luxury car? she’d marry the child’s father: “’Di na Turned out, DG also bought a pricey po ako umaasa. Kasi ayoko na rin pong Cute Hunk and Influential Gay have sports car for himself. This new toy magpakasal sa kanya; sarado na puso been secret lovers for a while. cost twice as much as his gift to SS. Though CH occasionally gets involved ko sa kanya.” (Great—another sperm Where does DG get all this moola? donor.) with other women, he still has Don’t look at DG’s former Rich clandestine trysts with IG. , asked if she’d Girlfriend, a cougar with cash to spare. change her religion for the man she Stunning Starlet once paid CH an DG’s pretty hard-working naman. unscheduled home visit. In the end, it loves: “Personally, hindi. Mamamatay was SS who was surprised… by the po tayong lahat kaya siyempre mas sight of CH and IG in bed. importante ’yung paniniwala sa Diyos.” Denied by best friend (Uh, good point?) As SS rushed out, IG ran after her and Show biz Insider was thrilled to guest said: “It’s your turn.” Disgusted, SS in a chat show since the topic was long quickly exited CH’s place—and life. and enduring friendships. SI suggested to the Production Coordinator to invite Best Buddy, interview with a vamp another industry bigwig, to the show. Gerald Anderson on why he’s still Sultry Starlet was in a lousy mood. PC approached BB and was floored by single: “Ibig sabihin busy pa si God, Though the reporters interviewing the reaction. isinusulat pa niya ’yung love story her were from her own home studio, BB exclaimed coldly: “I’m sorry, but I ko.” (How poetic; makes many women she was uncooperative, dishing terse, am not SI’s best friend.” hopeful, too.) tentative answers—obviously meant to SI soon learned of the rejection and Jodi Santamaria, asked about Jolo exasperate the reporters. was despondent. Revilla in her life: “I would say that he’s Did SS complain to the bosses about Will sadness soon turn into fury? Should someone special. Hanggang dun na lang the overeager interviewers? No need, BB be worried about nasty rumors that po muna.” (Ayan o, ni-rephrase lang.) really. She enjoyed every second of her might start circulating soon? Julia Montes, asked about the status 15 minutes of infamy. of her relationship with Enchong Dee: “Ganun pa rin… friends.” (Kitam?)

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