Talented performer loses project to popular star

THAT’S the way the cookie crumbles in Show Town. True talent is often snubbed, while the popular is needlessly lionized.

Gifted Performer traveled for hours to honor a certain commitment made weeks ago. Alas, when GP got to the destination, the job was already given to Famous Star.

GP was dejected.

Handlers tried to remedy the situation by offering GP another gig. The new project, however, was not as huge as the one that went to FS. Tsk. Tsk.

Eye-rolling moment

At a posh party, Influential Insider patiently waited for Top Honcho. Harassed Underling approached II for an update on TH’s whereabouts.

HU assured II that TH was nearby. II asked if TH was alone or accompanied by Frequent Companion. With much trepidation, HU related that FC tagged along… as usual. II could only sigh in exasperation.

Dumpster diva

Aging Starlet was a pain to work with, a mole recounted.

During a junket abroad, AS made things difficult for both the hosts and fellow travelers.

Fearless Personality had the guts to complain about AS’ diva behavior online.

FP’s social media account was deluged with horror stories about AS. One netizen even refused to call AS a has-been. “‘Never was’ is more like it,” the mole scoffed.

No wonder AS’ career is in the dumpster.

Green with envy

Talented Entertainer had a major tiff with Flaky Contemporary ages ago. TE was mean and obnoxious, FC complained.

Turned out envy was the root of this showbizzy skirmish.

At a splashy event, FC tried to sing one of TE’s signature numbers. FC messed up big time, bungling the lyrics and generally murdering the melody. FC obviously covets TE’s career.

Was that the reason why FC launched a shame campaign against FE in the distant past?

Major overhaul

From the Inquirer tabloid Bandera:

Seems Glamorous Celebrity has gone under the knife… yet again.

According to sources, GC was worried that her Lovey-Dovey would soon dump her for someone younger and more ravishing.

After gaining extra poundage, GC traveled abroad for liposuction treatments. While she was at it, GC also had a nip here and a tuck there.

People need not get shocked if a new-and-improved, completely overhauled GC returns from that beautification trip.

Top of the talk shows

For those who missed last weekend’s gab fests on TV. (And why we are moved, if we are moved.)

Maine Mendoza on her hectic schedule: “Nakakatulog pa naman ako kahit paano, although sa Bulacan ako umuuwi every day. Kaya naman po.” (She works hard for the money… honey!)

Maine, asked if she realizes how popular she is right now: “Hindi ko… masyadong iniisip para hindi pumunta sa ulo. Hindi pa nagsi-sink in.” (Moving on… )

Alden Richards, asked if he still gets to sleep well: “I’m just enjoying—lack of sleep is just a small price to pay.” (Namen.)

Maine, asked where she will spend the holidays: “Pupunta kami ng family ko sa Japan this Christmas… until New Year.” (White Christmas without Tisoy?)

Alden on the same topic: “Pupunta rin po kami ng ‘family’ ko sa Japan!” (Nakiki-family pa more?)

Charo Santos-Concio on being named 2015 International Emmys’ gala chair: “I’m very honored—I felt like I was floating! Wow, to be recognized by the board… people from all over the world.” (Asia’s best actress ka ’ata.)

Charo on her hopes for local TV: “I hope for more of our shows to be recognized by the international community… I believe in Pinoy creativity.” (Amen.)

JAMES Reid and Nadine Lustre

Nadine Lustre on fans wanting her to play Darna: “Gusto ko po, siyempre. It’s a privilege to play that iconic role… Pero bahala na.” (Ding, ang bato!)

James Reid, asked if he thinks Nadine would make a good Darna: “She can do it. If she’s Darna, then I’m Captain Barbell!”(How about Ding?) CelebriTV, TV Patrol