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Kapamilya star Anne Curtis-Smith has described as "heartless" the decision of some people in power to shutdown major broadcast network ABS-CBN which would affect some 11,000 employees. "I really don’t know what to say. I’m sorry that those who were in position to do the right thing chose to be heartless. I’m so sorry," said Anne on Instagram July 18. She accompanied her emotional post with an art image of a girl hugging a sad boy who represents the broadcast network. The "It's Showtime" host was not able to join the noise barrage on Saturday but informed her friends and colleagues at ABS-CBN that "I see your posts here on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and my heart breaks along with you." Her complete post: "I still cannot fathom how those in power could let this happen... I mean how is allowing a company to shut down and people losing jobs they love, a solution to what already is a crazy time?; "How do they sleep at night knowing ...

A fuming Coco Martin has called on fellow Kapamilya stars to speak up against the ABS-CBN shut down. "Hindi labanan to ng diplomasya, binarubal na tayo eh. Kinuha na bahay natin. Ano i-expect natin? Di ba? Pagdadasal natin sila? Pinagdasal na natin sila. Tiniis na natin sila. Dapat kumilos tayo. Dapat magsalita tayo. Dapat lahat ng artista iparinig ninyo ang nawala sa atin," said Martin in Pilipino on Facebook, May 9. Martin, star of the popular Kapamilya primetime teleserye 'Ang Probinsyano,' has been vocal about the franchise issue of the broadcast network long before the shut down was implemented. On May 6, Martin became emotional on social media when the network went off-air on TV and radio. "Tutal wala naman kasiguraduhan kung buhay pa ako pagkatapos ng pandemic na ito. Tama lang na masabi ko ang mga saloobin ko. Sa mga taong pilit nagsulong sa pagpapasara sa ABS-CBN, sana ay panatag na panatag na ang kalooban niyo. Sana nagdala ito ng lubos na kaligayahan s...

Despite the government shutdown of its broadcast operations, ABS-CBN on Thursday, May 7, carried on its mission of being in the service of Filipinos, with the return of its flagship newscast "TV Patrol." Since its 1987 premiere, "TV Patrol" has reached Filipinos nationwide through ABS-CBN's free TV channel — until the May 5 order that forced the network off air. Two days after the halt of ABS-CBN's TV and radio broadcast, "TV Patrol" announced it would continue delivering the news, but through the network's other platforms, starting that same night. By 6:25 p.m. on May 7, the iconic music of "TV Patrol" opened the program on ABS-CBN News' official website and pages on Facebook and YouTube, ANC, and the streaming service iWant. Overseas, it also aired live via The Filipino Channel. For Filipinos who have long relied on "TV Patrol" for information, Thursday night meant trading their television viewing for streaming through...

Tommy Penaflor is this year's Man of the World Philippines, one of major titleholders in Misters of Filipinas pageant held last September. Fans of the longest-running noontime show "Eat Bulaga" know him as one of the members of the all-male dance group "That's My Bae" in 2015. Now Tommy is focused on pageantry. Here's more of this hottie from Bataan: Sexiest part of your body - "My smile?" At what age you lost your innocence? - "Actually, I'm still a virgin." How old were you when you had your first kiss? - "First kiss? Nine. Medyo napa-aga ang first kiss." Boxers or briefs? - "Boxers. haha." Sexiest woman alive - "Miss Ina Raymundo. Naka-work ko na po kasi siya. Sobrang cool lang niya." How sweet can you get to the people you love? - "Sa lahat malambing talaga ako. Niyayakap ko sila." Most romantic place for your girlfriend? - "Gym? I love going to the...

Actor-model JC Tan is slowly but surely making it in local show business. JC, 27, first went viral when he appeared in Smart Telecommunications Youtube series "Break Barriers" in 2016. Then one offer led to another. Following his successful stint as a mainstay in ABS CBN's "Inday Bote," JC appeared in "Pahina" with Kiray Celis, the short film "Dahon" under the Hero Foundation, TV5's "Amo," "Right To Kill" which was directed by award-winning director Brillante Mendoza and now "Sandugo" in Kapamilya network. He's also got tons of print endorsements. JC is enjoying his showbiz career the hard way. "Mas masarap makuha ang isang bagay kung ito ay pinaghirapan mo." He doesn't mind playing bit roles side by side with the big stars of local cinema. In  the daily afternoon teleserye "Sandugo," JC portrays a sidekick to actor Aljur Abrenica. Soon, JC will be seen in a ...

It's confirmed! Regine Velasquez-Alcasid is finally transferring to ABS CBN after two decades of stint on GMA 7. This was confirmed by GMA-7's Senior Vice President for Entertainment Lilybeth G. Rasonable in a statement released through GMA Corporate Communications Vice President Angel Javier-Cruz on Oct. 13. Regine has not issued any official statement on her transfer to the rival network. But on Oct. 12, Asia's Songbird confirms it when she posted on Instagram that she is joining ASAP, the Sunday musical-variety themed show of ABS CBN, which will be held in Sydney, Australia on October 20. It was captioned: "See you guys in Sydney." Reports say that Regine is transferring to the rival network to join her husband Ogie Alcasid who is now a contract star of the Kapamilya Network. Except for ASAP, ABS-CBN did not say the other programs in which Regine will appear in the future. The full statement read: "After two decades, Regine Velasquez-A...

How true that Kapamilya star Matteo Guidicelli has reportedly called his girlfriend Sarah Geronimo his future wife when he went to the Italian Embassy in the Philippines recently? Here's what our source told us: Matteo reportedly went to the Italian Embassy in Makati City for still unknown reasons recently. When the ambassador asked the actor why he dropped by, Matteo reportedly spoke in Italian and said: "I am applying visa for my future wife." The ambassador was reportedly shocked. Then Matteo gave it a hearty laugh. Matteo says: "No! I'm just kidding. It is still far from my mind." In March, Matteo admitted that he and girlfriend Sarah are already talking marriage. "We stumble upon it sometimes," said Matteo, during an interview on "Tonight With Boy Abunda" on ABS CBN. Sought for details, the actor smiled and told Abunda: "I'll tell you about it later." Guidicelli, 27, was born and raised in ...

Actress Julia Barretto says she's living her dreams these days as she and rumored boyfriend star in their first teleserye together entitled "Ngayon at Kailanman" beginning August 20 on ABS CBS. Julia looks back at the days when she was just starting in show business. "I’ve always dreamed to be on that time slot. I’ve always dreamed for this day. If before people could easily yung api-apihin ka, yung ibale-wala ka," says Julia during an interview on "Tonight With Boy Abunda" on the Kapamilya network. " Ngayon at Kailanman " will be shown after the hit television series " Ang Probinsyano." Julis adds that she is humbled for all the blessings that are coming her way. "Super thankful. So humbled. I feel the more success you achieve, it should make you an even more humble person. A better person; "Na-experience ko 'yung to have gained and to have lost. And ti have to work hard for something that you wa...

It is a lot better the second time around. This after a 22-year-old single mom was crowned Miss Global Philippines 2018 during a pageant held in Paranaque City last August 4. Mary Eileen Palencia Gonzales, of Cavite, a Star Magic artist of ABS CBN, bested 18 other contestants in the 5th edition of the pageant that advocates women empowerment and tourism and accepts contestants who are single, unmarried mothers. It was the second time for Gonzales to join the Miss Global Philippines beauty contest. In 2015, she finished second-runner up to Mary Candice Ramos. Gonzales, who has a baby boy, will represent the Philippines at Miss Global 2018 international contest later this year. First runner-up honors went to Cheska Viñas, of Marilao, Bulacan; Nicole Osuna Dichoso, Olongapo City, 2nd runner-up; Charlene Duran, Calamba City, Laguna, 3rd runner-up; and Alexandra Moraga, Meycauayan City, Bulacan, 4th runner-up. Winners of special awards were Sunshine Bantillo, Best in T...

Itinanggi ng ABS-CBN na hiniling di umano ng aktor na si John Lloyd Cruz na makapagtrabaho uli sa kanyang network matapos nitong umalis para mag-focus sa private na buhay. Narito ang buong statement na inilabas ng Kapamilya network kaugnay ng issue kay John Lloyd. "There is no truth to reports that John Lloyd Cruz approached ABS-CBN to request that he return to work, and that the network turned him down. John Lloyd is still on an indefinite leave to attend to personal matters. ABS-CBN values its strong relationship with John Lloyd built through the years. ABS-CBN’s doors are always open to John Lloyd, and he will always be a Kapamilya," ayon sa statement na inilabas ng ABS-CBN Corporate Communications Head na si Kane Errol Choa. Kamakailan lamang, naging usap-usapan na nakikiusap daw uli si John Lloyd sa ABS-CBN na bigyan uli siya ng proyekto sa kanyang pagbabalik showbiz. Mariing itinanggi rin ni John Lloyd na biniyagan na raw ang kanilang panganay na anak ng ...

After six years, Filipino-British actor Derek Ramsay bid goodbye to TV5 as he thanked all those who made his stay on the Kapatid network a memorable one. “Thank you TV5 for 6 great years. Thank you for trusting and believing in me,” said Derek on his Instagram post. He even shared a photo-op with TV5 President and Chief Executive Officer Chot Reyes, and Joji Dingcong, manager of Derek. “The projects and memories here will always be cherished. You always made me feel that i am truly family; "Wishing you all the best in your new direction for the network. Kidlat signing out for now. Love you all,” said Derek. Kidlat referred to the superhero role he played on the same network in 2013. When he joined TV 5, Derek debuted in "Kidlat" and then he starred in several drama series. He also became the host of "The Amazing Race Philippines" Seasons 1 and 2. Derek also covered the 2012 Olympics in London for TV 5. His last television appearance for the K...

Kapamilya star Louise delos Reyes has said that she has patched up her differences with her mother after she decided to live on her own for six years now. "Siguro yung best muna, ang dami kong natututunan from other people. Kasi ako gusto kong nilalabas yung sarili ko. Gusto kong nag e-explore and since yung parents ko masyadong probinsya, alam nilang lumalabas akong mag-isa," said Delos Reyes, when asked about the best and worst part of being independent, during an interview on "Tonight With Boy Abunda" on ABS CBN. Delos Reyes, 25, has said that her family was surprised when she decided to live independently. "I'm very sheltered hangga't sa naging college po ako, sobrang hatid sundo po ako sa school, bahay school, bahay school, or work. Yun lang talaga ang ginagawa ko; "So nung nag-21 po ako, sabi ko, gusto kong ma-try. Ano ba talaga yung mundo? Kasi bago ako mag 21, hindi ko alam na merong bills. Alam ko na merong binabayaran pero ...

Miss Universe 2015 Pia Alonzo Wurtzbach is now a certified Kapamilya. This after the third Miss Universe from the Philippines signed a two-year contract with ABS-CBN last October 9. "Maraming salamat ABSCBN sa tiwala. It took almost 8 months of communicating and finalizing everything. But it’s worth the wait. We are extremely happy and blessed indeed," said beauty queen maker Jonas Gaffud of the Aces and Queens beauty camp, on his Instagram post. On a separate post, Gaffud also said on IG: "Finally, our Miss Universe is now officially a Kapamilya. Just signed a two year contract with ABSCBN." Incidentally, Wurtzbach has been a Kapamilya since she was 14 years old under the screen name Pia Romero. In those days, Wurtzbach only played supporting roles in teleseryes. “I started with a five-year contract [in ABS-CBN] and I kept renewing lang every year, and then I stopped,” Wurtzbach told ABS CBN after she signed the contract. “Iyon ‘yung nag-culi...

Days after he left ABS CBN, field reporter-television host Atom Araullo returned to GMA 7 where he started his broadcasting career. Araullo, 34, will be part of the Kapuso network's News and Public Affairs team. “I’m very excited. Ang dami kong gustong gawin, particularly in the realm of documentary production. I think this is a great place to do all of that,” said Araullo. GMA Network Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon also welcomed Atom upon his return to the popular network. “Dahil kilala ang GMA-7 sa paggawa ng world-class at award-winning documentary and public affairs programs, kami ay nalulugod sa paglipat ni Atom Araullo para lalo s’yang mahasa sa pagiging magaling na broadcast journalist at documentarist among others,” said Gozon in a statement. Araullo said that he is excited to resume broadcasting duties on GMA 7. "Ano man ang mga gagawin ko rito will be the next stage of my career. Gusto kong mas marami pang mai-share sa mga tao tungkol sa ak...

Actor Richard Gutierrez is now a Kapamilya after he signed a movie and television contract with ABS CBN today, May 31. "I'm very happy and excited to be here finally. I'm very thankful to ABS-CBN for this opportunity and for the trust. Ang sarap ng pakiramdam na nandito ako ngayon. I consider this a new journey and a new chapter, parang nagsisimula ako ulit," said Gutierrez, 33, when he talked to the reporters after he inked the contract. Prior to that, Gutierrez was cast as one of the stars in a still untitled film with Angel Locsin and Angelica Panganiban under Star Cinema. It was also announced that Gutierrez will appear on the new primetime teleserye "La Luna Sangre" starring Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo. His partner, Sarah Lahbati, has already moved to ABS CBN. Lahbati is rumored to play Valentina, the villain in the latest film version of "Darna" to be portrayed by teen actress Liza Soberano. For many years, Gutie...