18 celebrity quotes of 2018

(First of two parts)

As we say goodbye to 2018, let me share 18 quotable quotes from celebrities we featured in this column. Muchisimas gracias to the stars for trusting me with their stories. And most of all, thank you for “Dollywooding” with me, my loyal readers. Let’s go for the win in 2019.

Ryan Cayabyab

Ryan Cayabyab

I don’t really know if it’s easier to write songs when I’m happy or sad. Since I’ve had training in writing music, I can trigger the production of ideas, if needed. But really, it is different when one is in an emotional high or low because music speaks easier to us when we are in either condition. For a song to be heartfelt, you need an emotional boost.

Martin Nievera

Martin Nievera

I know that I’m no longer the in-demand guy I was when I started. I just embrace it. To last in this biz, I must keep singing from the heart and not per project.

Regine Velasquez

Regine Velasquez

I have learned to accept that the peak of my career is over. I refuse to pressure myself. I have no illusions of staying on top forever.

Ogie Alcasid

The best business advice I got from the Bible is this: Each of us should use whatever gift we have received to serve others as faithful stewards of God’s grace. Money will come as a bonus if our primary intention is to share our talent.

Nyoy Volante

Nyoy Volante

Couples who work in the same industry must remember that, first and foremost, they are husband and wife. That should be enough to remind them that they aren’t out to compete with each other.

Erik Santos

Where love is concerned, each person has his/her own timeline. Never question one’s state when it comes to love. No matter what love trials you’ve been through, never get tired of loving.

Cherie Gil

Cherie Gil

The best thing about being an Eigenmann is being part of acting royalty, and that makes me very proud. Nothing is so tough for us anymore, except sometimes for the family dramas that we have to thresh out ourselves, like all other families. The hard part is how to keep it contained within us, being public figures.

Jasmine Curtis-Smith

I now use any realized jealousy to confront my inner darkest, lamest, truest, most honest wants and desires, so I can figure out how to make it positive and not get stuck with just feeling jealous.

Judy Ann Santos

Judy Ann Santos

When my daughter is old enough, this is the love advice that I will give her… Always leave something for yourself. The respect and love you need are things only you and your family can give, and not some guy. Love is the most wonderful feeling, yet it can also be the most painful. Learn your (love) lessons well so they can turn you into a better, not bitter, person.

(Conclusion tomorrow)