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John Lloyd Cruz and his son, Elias, earned praise for their first TV commercial together, delighting not just fans but also the latter’s mother, Ellen Adarna, who expressed admiration for the father-and-son duo. In the clip for a medicine brand, Cruz introduces Elias as his “favorite blessing” and the person who changed his life. “Gano’n
Avril Lavigne—the princess of pop-punk — has a new title: mom. The eight-time Grammy Award-nominated singer-songwriter revealed on Instagram on Friday, Nov. 13, that she has welcomed her first child, a baby girl. “Our mini princess has arrived,” she wrote, using an expletive for emphasis. The 42-year-old new mother posted three images: She and her presumed partner
From carving fallen trees in Los Baños to teaching art from her home, Yvette Co keeps Ginhawa Craft Studio going, strongly believing that artists nurture people’s emotional well-being
The year 2026 is proving to be Andrea Brillantes’ milestone year after winning the Best Acting Performance award for her new movie “Laya” at the Women and the World International Film Festival (WWIFF). The London-based competition celebrates women’s voices, creativity, resilience, and leadership in cinema, culture, and global dialogue — often highlighting stories related to
LANY. Image: Courtesy of Live Nation Philippines CEBU CITY, Philippines — Further technical assessments and maintenance works are underway at SM Seaside Cebu Arena following the cancellation of American pop-rock band LANY’s sold-out concert due to structural safety concerns. Cebu City Mayor Nestor Archival on Friday, Nov. 13, confirmed that the concert was called off
Ikinuwento ni Aubrey Miles ang isang hindi niya malilimutang karanasan tungkol sa isang personalidad na pilit umanong idinawit ang kaniyang pangalan noong nagsisimula pa lamang ito sa showbiz.
Binibining Pilipinas Katrina Anne Johnson scored an early win at the 2026 Miss International pageant in Japan when she received the “Miss Visit Japan” award. The international pageant shared the news on social media on Friday afternoon, Nov. 13, and showed photos of the Filipino delegate accepting the recognition. READ: Katrina Johnson nixes idea of
V, Jimin, J-Hope and Jin of K-pop supergroup BTS once again donned their military uniforms during their break from the “Arirang” world tour, as they attended their annual reserve force training. In South Korea, men who completed their mandatory military service are required to attend annual brief reserve forces trainings for a certain number of
Philippine bet Bea Millan-Windorski paid tribute to young “probinsyanas” by donning a dress with nostalgic kumot-inspired print at one of the pre-pageant events of the 2026 Miss Universe. The Filipino-American beauty queen turned heads in a piece by Filipino fashion designer Jaggy Glarino, as seen in the photos she shared on her Facebook page on
Aside from sharing a meaningful message at the 2026 Asean Inclusive Growth Summit, Broadway superstar Lea Salonga also brought her powerful vocals to the event and sang “Tagumpay Nating Lahat.” The acclaimed theater actress belted out the classic song, drawing applause from the attendees on Wednesday, Nov. 11. A video of her performance was shared
The Miss Universe pageant will celebrate its 75th edition this year with a new crown for the next winner, the 14th design in the international competition’s history. Miss Universe Organization (MUO) CEO Ronald Day unveiled the new piece, dubbed “The Radiance of an Eternal Legacy,” at “The Miss Universe Experience” event held at Plaza Las
Filipino flight crew member Ken Ortega was on cloud nine after getting the opportunity to meet Hollywood star Angelina Jolie while she was on a flight to the Philippines for the 2026 Asean Inclusive Growth Summit. Ortega narrated their encounter through his social media pages, saying the American actress and humanitarian even granted his request for
The Philippines’ back-to-back Miss Grand International titleholders Christine Juliane “CJ” Opiaza and Emma Tiglao will once again share the pageant stage in Bangkok, Thailand, as they are set to host the “Grand Final” of MGI All Stars Season 2. Opiaza hosted the welcome ceremony of the inaugural edition held in May in Bangkok, while Tiglao
Binalikan nina Nene Tamayo at Daniel Matsunaga ang pananatili nila bilang mga housemate sa Bahay ni Kuya sa “Pinoy Big Brother,” at mga hindi nila malilimutang karanasan.
Several Sparkle stars are looking forward to celebrating Christmas with their families and continuing their yearly holiday traditions.
Jasmine Hottle, the sister of late actress Kaylee Hottle, will take over the latter’s role in the upcoming film “What Doesn’t Kill Us,” which she was unable to finish following her death last July. This was confirmed by movie producer Andy Mingo in an interview with PEOPLE on Wednesday, Nov. 11. “Like Kaylee, Jasmine is deaf,
Shuvee Etrata and Baus Rufo shared tips about online content creation as guest speakers at the 2026 National Student PR Congress held at the De La Salle-College of St. Benilde in Taft, Manila.
Behind her bright smile and high-energy dance routines, TV personality Jackie Gonzaga quietly endured a painful season before stepping into her boldest career milestone yet. Speaking to members of the press at her launch as the 2027 premium liquor brand’s Calendar Girl on Thursday, Nov. 12, the “It’s Showtime” mainstay reflected on her journey from
ABS-CBN said it has yet to receive a formal notice from the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB), but assured that it will cooperate in discussions regarding complaints against “Pinoy Big Brother: Collab 3.0.” The regulatory board earlier said that it is reviewing more than 100 complaints it has received from viewers regarding
Kris Aquino revealed that she and her son Bimby had a chance encounter with his dad, James Yap, at a hospital, with the celebrity mom saying she was the first to greet her former husband. Kris and Bimby shared this during their livestream for an e-commerce platform on Wednesday, Nov. 11. While they did not
American pop rock band LANY announced the cancellation of its Cebu concert hours before it was set to begin, citing safety concerns involving the roofing of the venue. “We regret to inform you that today’s LANY show in Cebu has been postponed to a later date due to significant safety issues regarding the roofing of
Before veteran star Ruby Ruiz became a well-known star in local show business, she, too, had to go through a baptism of fire of sorts, and one stark memory that came to mind was when she was berated by the late director Chito Roño for a role she was auditioning for. At the press conference
Before veteran star Ruby Ruiz became a well-known star in local show business, she, too, had to go through a baptism of fire of sorts, and one stark memory that came to mind was when she was allegedly berated by renowned director Chito Roño for a role she was auditioning for. At the press conference
ABS-CBN has responded to the Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) regarding complaints about certain scenes and interactions in “Pinoy Big Brother Collab 3.0.”
Lany"s sold-out concert in Cebu has been cancelled due to safety concerns involving the venue"s roofing.
Mikee Quintos apologized to her fellow housemates in “Pinoy Big Brother: Collab Edition 3.0” after realizing that past experiences had affected the way she responded to their acts of kindness.
Singer and actor Nick Jonas recently shared his struggles with diabetes, saying he resents having to live with the chronic disease. On Instagram, the third of the Jonas Brothers admitted that despite his public advocacy, the condition takes a heavy toll on him. READ: ‘The Last Five Years,’ starring Nick Jonas, finally makes it to
Erwan Heussaff reflected on the bittersweet coincidence of his 9th wedding anniversary falling on the same day as his late father Louis’ memorial service, sharing how he has learned to embrace joy and grief at the same time. Erwan remembered his father by sharing a video of the latter’s speech during his wedding to actress-TV
The Movie and Television Review and Classification Board (MTRCB) said it is reviewing more than 100 complaints it has received from viewers regarding scenes and interactions in recent episodes of “Pinoy Big Brother: Collab Edition 3.0.” In a statement on Thursday, Nov. 12, the MTRCB said it would discuss the concerns raised by viewers with
Five Mrs. beauty queens are stepping into a new spotlight as they make their big-screen debut in “Titulada,” an upcoming Filipino advocacy film that explores women’s struggles, resilience and empowerment. Directed by Kent Martin Dy and produced by Richard Hiñola II, the film introduces eight empowered women whose stories revolve around taking control of their
Winwyn Marquez turned emotional as she opened up about experiencing mom guilt over being away from her only child, Luna, while staying inside the “Pinoy Big Brother” house. The actress-beauty queen was reminded of her family’s Christmas traditions when she and her fellow housemates were given ornaments to decorate their Christmas tree. “‘Yung anak ko
DALLAS, Texas — Rapper Yella Beezy was found guilty on Wednesday, Nov. 11, of hiring the gunman who fatally shot rapper MO3 in a brazen daylight attack on a busy Dallas interstate in 2020. Yella Beezy, 35, whose real name is Markies Conway, was unanimously convicted of capital murder by a Dallas County jury in
Actress Katrina Halili recently traveled to the United States with her daughter, Katie, to reunite with her partner, R&B singer Kris Lawrence. Halili shared glimpses of their overseas bonding on social media. Furthermore, she posted an emotional message reflecting on their time together as a family in America. READ: Katrina Halili and Kris Lawrence: From
Hollywood actress and humanitarian advocate Angelina Jolie has called for greater investment in vulnerable communities, saying only genuine development can make them self-sufficient and less dependent on external assistance.
Apo Hiking Society has released their latest single “Woman Divine,” a love song first written in the 1980s but was only completed in 2026. OPM artist Jim Paredes, one-half of the group alongside Boboy Garrovillo, shared the story behind the track through their Instagram page on Wednesday, Nov. 11. Paredes noted that he started writing
Mikha Lim of P-pop powerhouse BINI received both support and backlash after the incident involving her use of a cellphone while driving, that prompted the Land Transportation Office (LTO) to suspend her driver’s license. Lim had apologized for the incident and taken full accountability after the LTO issued her a show-cause order (SCO). The P-pop
Kuya spoke to Anthony Constantino and Raheel Bhyria to get to the bottom of the "dinosaur" issue that offended some viewers of "Pinoy Big Brother: Collab Edition 3.0."
James Reid described his upcoming horror film “Haunted Carnival” as the most physically and emotionally demanding project he has worked on so far. During the film’s mini press conference on Wednesday, Nov. 11, Reid said the Regal Entertainment production pushed him to explore his limits as an actor. “It’s been the most physically and emotionally
Carmelle Collado. Image: Instagram@/starmusicph Rising Filipino powerhouse vocalist Carmelle Collado is gearing up for the biggest stage of her career as she prepares to compete in the Eurovision Song Contest Asia 2026 Grand Final, which is the inaugural regional spin-off of the famous song competition, which will take place in Bangkok, Thailand, on Saturday, Nov.
Fyang Smith reacted to being called the next “horror princess,” a title often associated with Kris Aquino and Kim Chiu, saying she considers it a big responsibility given the legacy of those who came before her. Smith, who is set to star in the 2026 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) horror entry “Haunted Carnival,” said
Rhian Ramos shared that Michelle Dee is now on the mend following an emergency appendectomy.
Singer-actress Karylle Tatlonghari opened up about the persistent societal expectations placed on women regarding marriage and motherhood, firmly rejecting the idea that a woman’s worth is diminished by her personal life choices. During the media conference for the unscripted series “Manila Matriarchs” held in Taguig City on Monday, November 9, the “It’s Showtime” host addressed
Horror movies may be part of John Arcilla’s decorated filmography, but he said fictional monsters are not what frighten him the most, but corrupt politicians and people who kill others. Arcilla spoke about his fears during the mini press conference for Regal Entertainment’s Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2026 entry “Haunted Carnival” on Wednesday, Nov.
Three years ago, new cinematic life was found in a “Hunger Games” adventure without Katniss. Now, the franchise is back, jumping through time again to check in on another major character from the original films in his teenage years: Haymitch Abernathy. Before he became the cynical, hard-drinking mentor to Katniss and Peeta, memorably portrayed by Woody Harrelson, Haymitch
Kris Aquino once again underscored her determination to stay alive, saying she continues to draw strength from her family and place her trust in her medical team amid her ongoing health battle. The Queen of All Media said this as she gave an update on the current remodeling of their home in Tarlac, through her
Daniel Matsunaga and Nene Tamayo shared their bets to be the Big Winners of "Pinoy Big Brother: Collab Edition 3.0."
Korean actress Lee Se-young is drawing attention lately not only for stealing Emperor Sovieshu away from Empress Navier in “The Remarried Empress”, but also for her scene-stealing portrayal of a scheming slave who has viewers seething with anger. “The Remarried Empress,” starring Ju Ji-hoon as the Emperor, and Shin Min-ah as the Empress, is the latest
The upcoming reunion movie of John Prats and Heart Evangelista is looking to be an angsty one!
Sandara Park just turned a year older in the Philippines!
Dingdong Dantes tipped his hat off to his co-stars in "Remember," his latest film with his wife Marian Rivera.
Seasoned journalist Connie Sison has been making the rounds of broadcasting for close to 30 years, covering some of the most important political and social issues. But if there is one topic that she is most passionate about, it is health and wellness. So passionate is the “Balitanghali” anchor in delivering news about wellness that
MANILA, Philippines — A member of the pop girl group BINI became the latest content creator to be penalized by the Land Transportation Office (LTO) for distracted driving. Mikha Lim, whose group is behind hits such as “Pantropiko,” was issued a show cause order (SCO) on Wednesday after she was seen in a now-viral
MANILA, Philippines — One became the voice of Kim, the young Vietnamese mother in “Miss Saigon,” who gave everything for her child. The other became the face of Lara Croft, the fearless archaeologist whose adventures took her across the world, including to Southeast Asia. Though Lea Salonga and Angelina Jolie made their marks in very
Angelina Jolie called for greater investment in vulnerable communities, stressing that genuine development must empower people to become self-sufficient rather than remain dependent on humanitarian assistance.
