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In defending former Miss Universe Catriona Gray from false accusations, actor-singer Sam Milby vowed to do everything in his power to protect the beauty queen. Milby made the promise to Gray on Instagram July 19, just one day after the camp of Gray sought the help of authorities to arrest the suspects behind those who spread online the fake topless photo. "I will always be here for her and will do everything in my power to protect her," said Milby. On July 18, Milby and Gray launched a music video of "We're In This Together" which aims to raise funds for Young Focus, an organization helping the poor children of Tondo, Manila.  This is the first time that the sweethearts performed together in a music video. As of July 19, the music video is currently at No. 4 on trending videos worldwide. Milby's full post on IG:

A lawyer for former Miss Universe Catriona Gray said on Saturday that she is coordinating with authorities for the arrest of people who spread online an alleged topless photo of the beauty queen. "We are actively coordinating with authorities to hold accountable whoever is behind this scheme and face penal sanctions accordingly. We will likewise take legal action against those involved in the manufacture and publication of said photo," said lawyer Joji Alonso, legal counsel for Gray, in a statement issued to the media on Saturday, July 18. Alonso said that it has come to her attention than alleged topless photo of Gray has been spreading online and a certain tabloid will be releasing it. "We want to inform the public that the photo is fake and digitally altered," she said. "We strongly denounce this vicious attempt to tarnish the good name of Ms. Gray." The fake photo circulated at the time when Gray premiered a music video "We're In This Together...

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 ...

Megastar Sharon Cuneta questioned the statement of presidential spokesman Harry Roque who claimed that the government's response to COVID-19 is working despite the rising number of cases in the country. "Sir, what is working? We see the numbers rise everyday. The hospitals are overflowing with COVID-19 patients like never before. We still don't have enough test kits. The government, sir, has not been managing this health crisis effectively. Surely the health of all Filipinos," said Cuneta on Twitter July 19. "Amidst this global pandemic should have taken priority over things like the Anti-Terrorism Bill, the hearings and eventual denial of the franchise renewal of ABS-CBN, and the idea of renaming NAIA. Now?!!!" she added.  Cuneta made a plea to the government to tell the truth. "Our attention can no longer be diverted from COVID-19 by ANYTHING else our leaders may think up next. Please, save our people first! And for crying out loud, since so many peop...

Former Miss Universe Catriona Gray premiered on Saturday, July 18, a new version of her song "We're In This Together" via a music video which aims to raise funds for the education of young people of Tondo, Manila. Joining Gray in the video is her boyfriend actor Sam Milby who played the guitar in the "stripped version" of the song which was released under Cornerstone Music. "All streams and digital download proceeds go towards the Young Focus Philippines' (@youngfocusph) 'Quality Education for All' campaign which aims to raise Php1Million to kickstart an online education program for the students of Young Focus amidst the challenges of the CoVid19 pandemic," said Gray on Instagram. Gray invited her fans to visit http://www.youngfocus.org/education and donate directly to Young Focus Org, visit http://www.youngfocus.org/get-involved/ 💙. On its website, Young Focus said it needs books and computers for the children. "Young Focus is prepar...

Kapamilya actress-television host Toni Gonzaga-Soriano said on Saturday, July 18, that the people would never forget what the present administration did to major broadcast network ABS-CBN. “Sa lahat ng nasa posisyon ngayon, hindi namin makakalimutan ang ginawa n’yo sa mga trabahador ng ABS-CBN. You may have the power now but it will not be forever. I believe that no matter who the president is, JESUS is still KING and He is the name above ALL names," said Soriano, in a message posted on Kapamilya Kingdom Facebook. Soriano was referring to the Congress denial of a new franchise for ABS-CBN. This is the first time that she spoke about the issue. The singer-actress and her younger sister vlogger Alex Gonzaga joined the noise barrage in Quezon City. Soriano said that she would pray for the network and the people who would be affected by the shutdown. Her full message: “Everyday ang sakit mag bukas ng Viber dahil nagpapaalam na lahat ng mga katrabaho namin samin; “Sa lahat ng nasa pos...

Kapamilya actress Angel Locsin lashed at her fellow Kapamilya movie and television stars who remain silent about the closure of major broadcast network ABS-CBN recently. "Sa mga kasamahan kong artistang 'di nagsasalita, ano? May career pa ba kayo? Wala na! Wala na kayong network! Kahit magpa-cute kayo d'yan sa Instagram, mag-send kayo ng mga sad face, di n'yo madadamayan ang mga katrabaho n'yo na dahilan kung bakit kayo sumikat!" said Locsin during a speech at a rally in front ABS-CBN compound on Mother Ignacia Avenue in Quezon City on Saturday, July 18. Locsin is one of the contract stars for ABS-CBN. Following her emotional speech, Locsin trended on Twitter. Locsin is one of the few Kapamilya stars who is very vocal about the shutdown after Congress rejected a new franchise for the broadcast network.  The whole-day rally started with a motorcade that went around Metro Manila in the morning. It also coincided with a march against the Anti-Terrorism Law which ...