ABS-CBN Star Magic Launched 2008 Catalogue

In celebration of ABS-CBN Star Magic’s fifteenth year, a grand launching of its 2008 catalog was held yesterday, September 23 lead by Mr. Johnny "Mr. M" Manahan and Ms. Rikka Dylim with a two-pronged pictorial exhibits at the 14th Floor of ABS-CBN EJL Building and at TriNoMa Mall, Quezon City.

The Star Magic talents came dressed all in white to grace the event. Every guest was given their copy of the 2008 catalogue.

The cover of the catalog features the twelve leading stars of Star Magic; John Lloyd Cruz, Claudine Barretto, and Piolo Pascual in the first row; Shaina Magdayao, Sam Milby, and Bea Alonzo in the second row; Kristine Hermosa, Diether Ocampo, and Roxanne Guinoo in the third row; and Rafael Rosell, Angelica Panganiban; and Zanjoe Marudo in the last row.

The Star Magic 2008 catalog was segregated into different divisions.

Here is the list per division:

"Leading Ladies"
Claudine Barretto, Kristine Hermosa, Bea Alonzo, Angelica Panganiban, Rica Peralejo, and Roxanne Guinoo.

"Torch Bearers"
Piolo Pascual, John Lloyd Cruz, Sam Milby, Diether Ocampo, Zanjoe Marudo, Rafael Rosel, Dominic Ochoa, Carlos Agassi, and Jiro Manio.

"New Romantics"
Gerald Anderson and Kim Chiu, Matt Evans and Melissa Ricks, and Empress Schuck and Enchong Dee.

"Ingénues"
Maja Salvador, Shaina Magdayao, Erich Gonzales, Nikki Gil, Lauren Young, Megan Young, Valeen Montenegro, Eda Nolan, Denise Laurel, Carla Humphries, Kaye Abad and Jodi Sta Maria.

"Boys To Men"
Victor Basa, Jake Cuenca, John Prats, Geoff Eigenmann, Rayver Cruz, John Wayne Sace, Joem Bascon, Aldred Gatchalian, Baron Geisler and Ketchup Eusebio.

"It Boys and Girls"
Michelle Madrigal,Paw Diaz, Helga Krapf, Zara Dela Peña, Isabel Blaesi, Johanna Villeta, Diane Medina, Janelle Quintana, Jason Abalos, Joross Gamboa, Ryan Ramos, AJ Dee, Rodjun Cruz, Dustin Sta Maria, Sergio Garcia, Raphael Martinez, Danilo Barrios, Joseph Bitangcol, Janus del Prado and Alwyn Uytingco.

"Actors with Character"
Pokwang, Roden Araneta, Gerry Montes, Bentong, Gian Carlos Terry, Charles Christianson, Gabb Drilon, Arron Villaflor, Anna Larrucea, Nikki Valdez, Aiza Marquez, Denise Joaquin, Dimples Romana, Kathleen Hermosa, Marco Aytona, Thou Reyes, Japoy Lizardo, Gian Sotto, Alfonso Martinez, Michael Manotoc, John "Sweet" Lapus, Chx Alcala, Say Alonzo, Gem Ramos, Cherryl Lou, Joyce So, Jaymee Joaquin, Jamilla Obispo, Franzen Fajardo, Jayson Gainza, Nene Tamayo, Rico Barrera, Bam Romana, Joaqui Mendoza, Fred Payawan, Zeppi Borromeo, Allyson Lualhati, Marc Acueza, Lui Villarus, Juddah Paolo, Archie Alemania, Gino Paul Guzman, JM Rodriguez, Nicole Angel, Michelle Ayalde, Princess Ryan, Gemma Fitzgerald, Cassandra Ponti, Malaya Lewandowski, Nina Dolino, and Michelle Murenec.

"The Next Big Things"
Chris Gutierrez, AJ Perez, Angelo Patrimonio, Arno Morales, Martin del Rosario, Mara Lopez, Zia Marquez, Mikee Lee, Dino Imperial, Aaron Agassi, Bryan Homecillo, Isabelle Abiera, Jessy Mendiola, Krista Valle, Daphne Cortes, Hiyasmin Neri, Caroline Riggs, Jenna Estrella, Bianca Reyes, Tim Espinosa, Puma de Borja, Jon Avila, Benj Besa, Marvin Raymundo, Jordan Aguilar, Franz Pumaren, Sharlene San Pedro, Nash Aguas, Eliza Pineda, Kristel Fulgar, Nina De Sgauin, Bea Nicolas, Alexis Ramos, Kathryn Bernardo, Jane Oineza, Miles Ocampo, Mara Schnittka, and Angeli Gonzales, Jet Paz, Sara Palad, Ronalisa Cheng, Katrina Nazario, Sean Ignacio, Moreen Guese, EJ Jallorina, Alfred Labatos, Iggyboy Flores, Young An Chiu, Carlo John Barrameda, Katrina Legaspi, Yuuki Kadooka, MJ Maranan, Kobi Vidanes, Celine Lim, Aaron Junatas, Khaycee Aboloc, Basty Alcanses, Angel Sy, Franz Yap, John Manalo, Kiray Celis, Steven Fermo, CJ Navato, Joshua Dionisio, Quintin Alianza, Julio Pisk, Darius Cardano, Mika dela Cruz, Sora Baars, and Cheska Billones, Jacob Dionisio, Gemmae Custodio, Mikylla Ramirez, Nikki Bagaporo, Mark Joshua Sayarot, Michael Jee Flores, and Julia Barretto.

source: pep.ph

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Britney Spears charged for parking lot crash

Britney Spears, 25-year old Pop Princess, was charged with misdemeanor counts of hit and run and driving without a valid license after being involved in a hit-and-run incident following a minor parking lot scrape.

The charges branched from an incident last August 6 in a private parking lot when paparazzi journalists captured her on film bumping another vehicle before driving off.

Britney Spears is scheduled to face arraignment on October 10 but not required to appear. Spears is also ordered by court commissioner to undergo drug and alcohol testing for her child custody conflict with ex-husband Kevin Federline.

source: abs-cbnnews.com

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Ai Sarap: Ai-Ai delas Alas' Food Chain Business

Comedy Concert Queen Ai-Ai dela Alas is now entering the world of business starting with her first branch of "Ai Sarap" Food Chain located at Maria Clara cor. Langit St. sa Sampaloc, Manila.

The first branch of "Ai Sarap" is an apartment-type unit with an Internet shop on the second floor.

Ai-Ai's food chain offers food with prices that are affordable and student friendly specially it is located near the school and hospitals like the University of Santo Tomas, St. Jude Hospital and Holy Family Clinic.

Aside from her Sampaloc branch, Ai-Ai is already putting up two more outlets of Ai Sarap at Pasig and Novaliches area.

Ai-Ai delas Alas' "Ai Sarap" food chain of had its soft opening last September 16.

source: pep.ph

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Beyonce Tops Best Dressed Celebrities of 2007

R&B singer Beyonce Knowles took the number 1 spot on the list of best-dressed celebrities of 2007 of People magazine.

The annual best- and worst-dressed issue hits newsstands on Friday featuring numerous Hollywood stars, all given a nickname to describe their taste in couture.

The 26-year old Beyonce was dubbed "The Showstopper," while actress Cameron Diaz walked into the top 10 as "The Legs," and actress Katie Holmes, who is married to Tom Cruise, graced the list as "The Classic."

Other women in the top 10 included Penelope Cruz, Jessica Biel, Drew Barrymore, Jennifer Lopez, Reese Witherspoon, Gwen Stefani and Ali Larter.

The bald Britney Spears won the booby prize for most shocking style moment after shaving her head.


source: Reuters

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Paris Hilton Sues Hallmark Cards

26-year old socialite, Paris Hilton has filed lawsuit against Kansas City-based Hallmark Cards for the use of her picture and catchphrase “That’s hot” on a greeting card.

“That’s hot” phrase was a trademark owned and registered on Feb. 13, 2007 by the hotel heiress.

Kansas City-based Hallmark Cards said the card was part of a satirical series that parodied celebrities and politicians.








source: kansascity.com/abs-cbnnews.com

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Camille Prats is Four Months Pregnant

In an interview made by Philippine Entertainment Portal with Mrs. Alma Prats, Camille Prat's mother, she confirmed the rumor about her daughter being pregnant.

According to Mrs. Prats, Camille is four months pregnant courtesy of Anthony, her non-showbiz boyfriend and now staying in Los Angeles, California.

22-year old Camille will also pursue her study in the U.S. even if she's pregnant.

source: pep.ph

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Vilma Santos rift with Korina Sanchez ends

The People Asia Magazine includes Batangas Governor Vilma Santos-Recto and news personality Korina Sanchez as one of the Women of Style and Substance awardee yesterday at Hotel Intercontinental.

In the concluded May election, Korina Sanchez made severe criticisms against Vilma Santos and Recto Family through her radio program on DZMM. The news personality also attacked the former Senator Ralph Recto regarding the issue on E-Vat which made a gap between Vilma and Korina.

In the said event, Korina and Vilma showed the public that there were no rift between them and according to Vilma, it was all about politics and showbiz and she had no hard feelings for her (Korina) and now that the election is over, the issue also ends.

source: pep.ph

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People Asia Magazine Awards Women of Style and Substance

Yesterday, People Asia Magazine awards the most admired women on different profession at Legaspi Room of Hotel Intercontinental which they called Women of Style and Substance.

Included in their list this year were Batangas Governor Vilma Santos-Recto; beauty expert Vicki Belo; singer Sitti; lifestyle columnist Millet Mananquil; lawyers Katrina Ponce Enrile and Rowena Bengzon; socialites-philanthropists Lizzie Zobel and Margarita Delgado; news personalities Korina Sanchez, Vicky Morales, and Tintin Bersola-Babao; among others.

source: pep.ph

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Halle Berry on the Family Way

The 43-year old, Academy Award-winning American actress, Halle Berry confirmed in her exclusive interview with Nancy O’Dell of Access Hollywood that she’s on the family way.

The Oscar winner actress was three months pregnant courtesy of her model boyfriend Gabriel Aubry.

According to Berry, she waited a long time for this moment in her life. In her interview last April with Nancy, she already had plans for the baby.

She said, she arrived to the point in her life that she realized she needed more to get her up in the morning, more than going to a new movie set or as much fun as getting the star, she need something even more profound, and that’s family and children.

Halle and Gabriel’s relationship blossomed in November of 2005 in a photo shoot of a brand of clothing. And since then, they were inseparable.

source: abante

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Judy Ann's "20 Years, Album ng Buhay Ko."

Actress and soon to be Chef Judy Ann Santos will again release another album from Star Records titled "20 Years, Album ng Buhay Ko."

Ryan Agoncillo, Juday's boyfriend was her official photographer for her album cover for the reason that she is more comfortable with him and she trusts Ryan's judgment and taste.

Juday's solo album features guest artists like Zsa Zsa Padilla, Gary Valenciano, Regine Velasquez and Ogie Alcasid.

source: manila bulletin

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Meryll Soriano Gave Birth to Elijah

Sunday, Meryll Soriano, Willie Revillame's daughter is officially a mom as she gave a normal birth to a 6.5 pounds baby boy.

Bernard Palanca, Meryll's husband rushed to the hospital after being informed.

Elija is the planned name for their healthy baby boy.

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Marian Rivera poses for men's magazine

Sensual Marian Rivera, also known as the Marimar of the Philippines finally poses as covergirl for October issue of Manual Magazine.


Watch the video of Marian Rivera's pictorial featured on Chika Minute courtesy of gmanews.tv.




According to Marian, this will not be her last.
source: gmanews.tv

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Paris Hilton settles $10M defamation lawsuit

Another case closed for the apple of the eye of worldwide media, Paris Hilton.

Hilton has settled a $10 million lawsuit filed by actress Zeta Graff in 2005. She accused Hilton as the source of a story which was published on gossip pages of the New York Post stating that she had attacked her in a London nightclub.

It says in the article that Graff was alleged of attacking Hilton in a jealous fume while the heiress was dancing with Paris Latsis, Graff’s ex boyfriend who also had a relationship with Hilton.

The New York Post story said Graff had tried to grab a diamond necklace from Hilton's neck before being bundle out of the nightclub.

At the end, the case was settled but no report on how much Hilton paid to settle the case.

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Alyssa Milano dressed with lettuce PETA ad

With the use of greenery including red and green leaf lettuce, kale and over two dozen spears of asparagus, a full length gown made of veggies was made for Alyssa Milano.

"Gawing Gulay ang Buhay: Go Vegetarian!” was PETA Asia-Pacific’s sexy new campaign which aim to bring a new meaning to the words “natural beauty.”




Alyssa has posed on covers of hundreds of magazines-- including International editions of FHM, Maxim and Cosmopolitan.

Alyssa joins a growing list of celebrities who have punt the meat habit.

source: abs-cbnnews.com

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Gretchen Malalad hit by Bong Alvarez

Former basketball player Bong "Mr. Excitement" Alvarez was brought to the police station when he was reported by barangay officials roughing up Cabanlit,a taxi driver.

According to reports, Alvarez who is intoxicated that time blame the taxi driver of overcharging him by taking a longer route.

At Mandaluyong police station where Bong was brought, former PBB housemate Gretchen Malalad who is also a former Binibining Pilipinas 2002 contestant and a karate gold medallist had her coverage in the same area.

Thinking that Malalad was taking a video of his arrest, Bong pulled her hair, elbowed her in the face and neck and punched her on the forehead who then defend herself by giving several blow on Alvarez. Malalad also suffered some scratches on her neck.

According to Malalad, Alvarez was now detained in the police station she will file a case against Alvarez for physical injury.

source: abs-cbnnews / inquirer

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Sam Milby and Anne Curtis: Lover’s Quarrel?

“There was a slight misunderstanding pero wala lang…” --Sam

In a Star Magic Ball held few weeks ago, a video footage where Anne Curtis and Sam Milby seems to have an argument while on the dance floor.

"It wasn’t lover’s quarrel… friends even have little quarrels” said Sam on his interview.

Watch Anne’s answer to this issue on a video clip courtesy of KiSmEtShaRi.





source: the buzz

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Gretchen Barretto Answers All Controversies

"Hay, salamat to me showbiz is home, working is home, I’m home"

Controversial Gretchen Barretto has been evading the press about the controversies and scandal that had happened from her past to present. But now, she's here to answer it all.

Gretchen finally broke her silence and answered all the controversies being thrown by people around her on the set of her new Olay commercial.

With Boy Abunda, she answered the issue about her sisters, her scandal with John Estrada, her life with Tony Boy Cojuangco and her daughter, and the possibility of settling issues with Bong Revilla’s wife, Lani Mercado.

Watch the 2 video clip interview of Boy with Gretchen on The Buzz courtesy of carlap88.

Part I




Part II




source: The Buzz

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Angel Locsin Meets Piolo Pascual on ABS-CBN

After their commercial on SanMig Coffee last 2005 Piolo Pascual and Angel Locsin will be working together on ABS-CBN.

Angel and Piolo were happy seeing each other.

“I’m so happy, so thrilled, so honored and I’m just so excited to work with her” said Piolo on his interview on the Buzz with Angel.

Here's a video clip of their interview courtesy of carlap88.

source: the Buzz

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Hazel Ann Mendoza now a Kapuso

After being a Kapamilya for years, the former Star Magic talent Hazel Ann Mendoza jumps to GMA-7 and will play an antagonist role in Kung Mahawi Man ang Ulap with Dennis Trillo and Nadine Samonte.

According to Hazel, there were no big offers given to her by Star Magic after the teleserye “Gulong ng Palad”, she only had TV guestings with Wowowee and ASAP which is not enough to augment her family needs, being the breadwinner after her father died.

After her contract expired with Star Magic, and met Manny Valera, she made a decision of moving to another network [GMA 7].

Now that she's finally a Kapuso, she ventures out into mature roles like the role of Chona, a love interest of Anastacio, played by Tyron Perez. They were called the “most hated couple on TV” for they will terrify the afternoon of their viewers with their bad behavior.

source: Philippine Entertainment Portal

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The Girl on Angel Locsin's Scandal

Long before Angel Locsin’s transfer to ABS-CBN, a lot of sex videos were already spread on the internet and some were sold as VCD and DVD and claims that it was Angel.

With Angel’s transfer, the old rumor surfaced again and adds to numerous rumors that cheapen her morale.

Angel & Natt

Optical Media Board Chairman Edu Manzano said that they were able to trace the girl who looks like Angel Locsin through the internet, and it was Natt Chanapa.Thai actress and fashion model Natt Chanapa also known as Kesarin Chaichalermpol, Natt Kesarin, or simply Nong Natt by locals, caused a huge scandal not only here in the Philippines but also in Thailand when her hardcore video leaked out.



Angel Locsin on the other hand don’t have any plan yet about filing a case against the person/s responsible on the spread of this video.

source: umagang kay ganda/ABS-CBN

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