JUDY Ann Santos wanted to spend time with victims of violence. She got her wish via the ABS-CBN Christmas station ID. On page F4, read about the special “gift” she brought them. The station ID, which premieres tonight, showcases six other holiday star-fan moments.
Controversial Star was at first hesitant to grant an interview about a raging intrigue. Turned out, CS was just playing coy.
After just a little coaxing and as soon as the recorder was turned on, CS spilled the beans—and how!
CS was unstoppable, spewing quotable quotes against perceived enemies.
One of the glib celeb’s targets told Rushes, confirming the obvious, that bullheaded CS was hooked on drama and loved being the center of attention.
Closeted cutie
Many insiders thought Cute Hunk was one of the few rare 100-percent macho guys in the biz.
Gorgeous Guy met CH at a heady party recently. After a brief flirtation, CH and GG, who were both drunk, went home together.
FOR THE Kapamilya station ID, (from left) Piolo Pascual brings a special gift to breast cancer survivor Gemma Solomon in Hong Kong
At first, CH acted all manly.
But behind closed doors, he was transformed. GG was stunned—because CH was suddenly more feminine than he was.
Rebel on the rebound
Reality Hunk had a messy breakup with Former Sweetheart that led to a scandalous spectacle.
RH, whose bad boy image preceded him, tried to make amends with FS, who remained unconvinced and shut him out of her life forever.
John Lloyd Cruz reunites with former Star Magic guard Gualberto Isla Jr.
RH bounced back with a new girl. He should be extra cautious because his new love comes from a powerful family.
In short, her relatives suffer no fools and would have no trouble “getting rid” of him, should he hurt their precious princess.
Greedy gal
From the Radio Inquirer program “Kliq Showbiz” (dzIQ 990 AM, Monday to Friday, 3 to 5 p.m.):
Who knew Svelte Starlet could be a voracious eater? She lugs along several picnic baskets of various goodies to the set. Often, her Influential Boyfriend sends delectable treats as well.
However, SS is reluctant to share food with coworkers, according to a spy. Costars would invariably wait, in vain, as SS hogged the food. It’s a wonder how she stays almost reed-thin.
Nanay Baby of Isla Pulo gets a surprise visit from Kim Chiu.
Curious chaps
From the Inquirer tabloid Bandera:
Mole was shocked to discover that Dashing Heartthrob and Charming Costar had a recent encounter of the third kind.
Feeling a tad amorous that night, DH and CC sought the privacy of a parked van.
Only DH has been previously suspected of being gay. So are they both?
True stories
JANINE Gutierrez is being compared to “Lola” Guy.
ABS-CBN’s Christmas station ID, dubbed “Magkasama Tayo sa Kwento ng Pasko,” premieres tonight after “TV Patrol.” Behind the colors and images are true stories. Knowing them surely makes the viewing better. Here are a few:
Nanay Baby of Isla Pulo’s only Christmas wish was an autographed picture of Kim Chiu, the star who stayed in her humble home for an episode of the show “I Dare You” two years ago. She was awestruck Kim herself delivered the requested photo. She gave Kim a rosary as a gift.
Judy Ann Santos wanted to spend time with victims of violence, having portrayed an abused wife in her last teleserye, “Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala.” She got her wish, with the women of the Women’s Crisis Center, at the Our Lady of Victory chapel in Malabon. Juday served them merienda and treated them to basic Krav Maga (self-defense) lessons with her personal instructor.
Gualberto Isla Jr., a security guard at the Star Magic office in ABS-CBN, was relieved of his duties due to malignant melanoma, which affected his left eye. One rainy afternoon, an unexpected visitor turned up at his home in Rodriguez, Rizal: John Lloyd Cruz, for whom he used to open the door. Guard Isla’s family cracked up when the actor introduced himself as “Piolo Pascual.”
Gemma Solomon is an overseas Filipino worker who battled breast cancer. Though longing for the company and care of her family back in Bicol, she stayed in Hong Kong because of the medical benefits she enjoyed there. When Piolo Pascual heard of her story, he agreed to personally deliver to Gemma a video message from her children. She couldn’t believe it when the actor appeared before her eyes one recent Sunday morning.
The station ID song is performed by “The Voice of the Philippines” coaches Sarah Geronimo, Bamboo and Lea Salonga, with grand winner Mitoy Yonting and finalists Klarisse de Guzman, Janice Javier and Myk Perez.
Top of the Talk Shows
For those who missed last weekend’s TV gabfests (and why we are moved, if we are moved):
PAULO Avelino admits that he’s dating KC Concepcion.
- James Yap on his life now: “Tahimik na. Sana tuloy-tuloy, wala nang gulo…” (Dahil nga wala nang… ?)
- James on his Italian girlfriend, Michaella Cazzola: “Siya ’yung nagpapasaya sa ’kin … ’Di naman ako papasok sa isang relasyon na hindi seryoso.” (Good to know the first one was serious, too.)
- James, asked about his relationship with ex-wife Kris Aquino: “Sa ngayon gusto ko lang na walang communication muna … Mas gusto ko ’yung ganito, mas tahimik.” (Kami rin.)
- Michaella on meeting James for the first time: “I had no idea [that he was famous] … My parents really, really like him because he’s quiet, polite…” (No comment, only because we’re smiling.)
- Michaella, asked if James would soon introduce her to his son, Bimby: “I don’t know … That’s his personal… issue.” (Good call. Take it slow.)
YNNA Asistio is being tagged as the reason for the Derek-Cristine breakup.
- Tom Rodriguez on the kissing scene he shot with “My Husband’s Lover” costar Dennis Trillo that will be shown on DVD: “Hindi naman pumasok sa isip ko na mag-pull out. Pero inisip ko, sana one take lang! Iba pa rin kapag babae.” (That’s acting and you’re actors, right?)
- Raymart Santiago, asked how he saw his future with estranged wife Claudine Barretto: “Siyempre gusto ko maayos din ’to. In time, siguro magiging magkaibigan kami, puwede.” (Very, very optimistic.)
- “Villa Quintana” star Janine Gutierrez on being compared to her “Lola Guy”: “I’m just excited and nervous to be part of the show.” (Pressure!)
- Charice on possibly settling down with girlfriend Alyssa Quijano: “People think I’m too young for that. But a lot of people don’t know me … ’Di nila alam kung pa’no ako magmahal.” (You could say that.)
- Paulo Avelino, asked if he and LJ Reyes had been separated for a while: “Ang importante eh ’yung mga natutunan mo.” (Yes or no lang, sir.)
- Paulo on rumors that he and KC Concepcion were dating: “We are dating. I just want to keep things private.” (Promise, ha?)
- Jake Cuenca on why his exes, Roxanne Guinoo and Melissa Ricks, were still mad at him: “I did them wrong and I never denied that … I fell out of love.” (Simple as that.)
MICHAELLA Cazzola, an Italian, says her parents like her boyfriend James Yap. AUGUST DE LA CRUZ
- Ynna Asistio on being tagged as the reason behind the breakup of Derek Ramsay and Cristine Reyes: “Ang dami po talagang umaway sa ’kin sa Instagram. Nasaktan ako pero alam ko ’yung totoo.” (Which is?)
- Derek on rumors that he broke up with Cristine because she was seeing other men: “That’s all BS. Cristine is not that type of girl.” (Yah.)
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