Julie Anne San Jose on her ‘It’s Showtime’ guesting: ‘Truly an honor and a privilege’
(from left) Anne Curtis, Julie Anne San Jose and Vice Ganda. Image: Instagram/@myjaps
Another Kapuso star has graced the “It’s Showtime” stage, as “All-Out Sundays” mainstay Julie Anne San Jose had her first guesting on the Kapamilya noontime show on Monday, July 17.
San Jose made her presence felt immediately with a cover of FIFTY FIFTY’s “Cupid” before joining the hosts in singing the variety show’s theme song.
Led by Vice Ganda, the noontime show’s mainstays and audience, or the “madlang people,” formally welcomed the singer-actress.
The “Popstar Kids” alum would then be asked by Vice Ganda to address the madlang people with the show’s trademark greeting “What’s up, madlang people!”, a moment San Jose said she had long waited for. Known for her vocal prowess, San Jose somehow belted her greeting to the delight of the entire studio.
San Jose, who also got to reunite with former Kapuso star Ogie Alcasid, expressed how grateful she was to guest on the show.
“Siyempre—unang-una sa lahat, binabati ko kayo [hosts] lahat at sobrang happy ako na nandito ako ngayon (Of course—first of all, I want to greet all of you, and I’m so happy to be here today),” she said, adding how joining the mainstays that day was “truly an honor and a privilege.”
Vice Ganda responded to San Jose’s sentiments, and told “The Clash” host how they were also honored to have on the show one of the best singers today.
Co-host Vhong Navarro would not miss the opportunity to tease their guest by mentioning San Jose’s boyfriend, Kapuso actor Rayver Cruz.
Vice Ganda recalled—although the actor-comedian could just be joking—talking to Cruz about the couple’s supposed collaboration for the episode’s opening number. On this, San Jose explained that her partner might be busy with another work commitment.
San Jose, who would stay for the show’s “Rampanalo” segment, also took to Instagram to express her gratitude to the show. “[M]araming salamat @itsshowtimena sa masayang tanghali (Thank you very much, “It’s Showtime” for a happy noon)!” her caption read.
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Several fans and friends from the entertainment industry reacted to San Jose’s post, including her “Popstar Kids” co-finalist Enzo Almario and Cruz, who filled his comment with fire and smiling face with heart-shaped eyes emojis. “Call Center Girl” actress Dianne Medina and “Unbreak My Heart” cast member Sunshine Cruz also sent love to San Jose.
Screenshots from Julie Anne San Jose’s Instagram page
On her Instagram Stories, the “Maria Clara at Ibarra” star reposted Kim Chiu’s Story, on which the Kapamilya actress-TV host told San Jose, “Nice to finally meet you @myjaps [emoji] hope to see you again! [emoji].” In reply, the Kapuso star wrote , “Thank you @chinitaprincess [emojis].”
Screenshot of Julie Anne San Jose’s Instagram Story
San Jose joins the list of Kapuso stars who have appeared on “It’s Showtime” since its pilot episode on GTV. The “Right Where You Belong” singer is also set to star opposite Cruz in the Rod Marmol feature “The Cheating Game.” /ra
