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Veteran rapper Andrew E sent social media abuzz after posting photos of a sleek black 2025 Tesla Cybertruck, a luxury vehicle famously associated with billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk. In a Facebook post tagged in Los Angeles, California, Andrew E captioned the photo with a playful message: “Pareng Elon balik ko sayo to after 2 weeks oke?… #Cybertruck2025.” The post didn’t confirm whether the high-profile vehicle belonged to him, was borrowed, or simply used as a backdrop. Still, netizens were quick to speculate—and react. The comments section lit up with both praise and snarky remarks, with some suggesting the flashy…
‘Aling Raquel, ilagay n’yo naman sa ayos.’ Cristy Fermin criticizes Raquel Pempengco’s revealing selfies
Veteran entertainment columnist Cristy Fermin had strong words for Raquel Pempengco, the mother of singer-songwriter Jake Zyrus, in the latest episode of her show ‘Cristy Ferminute’ aired Tuesday, June 24. Fermin took aim at Raquel’s recent social media activity, particularly her revealing selfies. “Gusto niyang mapag-usapan. Aling Raquel, mabibigo ka. Kung ‘yong anak mo nga, nagmarka na… hindi na napag-uusapan, ikaw pa kaya? Aling Raquel naman, ilagay n’yo naman sa ayos ‘yang mga ginagawa n’yo,” she said. Her co-host Romel Chika chimed in, noting, “Panay pa-cleavage talaga siya, Nay. Laban, Aling Raquel.” To which Fermin sarcastically added, “Gusto niya sigurong…
Actress Sofia Andres candidly admitted that her tendency to block or unfollow longtime partner Daniel Miranda on social media often stems from her jealousy and frustration during their arguments. In their guest appearance on ‘Kuan On One’ Season 3, hosted by Melai Cantiveros and streamed via ABS-CBN Entertainment’s YouTube channel, Sofia and Daniel opened up about the ups and downs of their relationship, especially during their early years as young parents to their daughter, Zoe. When asked about the frequent unfollowing that sparked breakup rumors in the past, Daniel revealed, “’Yan ang problema niya (Sofia)!” to which Sofia responded with…
Beauty and fashion trailblazers Ricky Reyes and Renee Salud shared their stance against same-sex marriage and the SOGIE (Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Expression Equality) bill during their appearance on Toni Gonzaga’s online show ‘Toni Talks’ on June 22. Asked by Toni about their opinion on same-sex marriage, Renee responded, “Kung hahabulin mo lamang ‘yong marriage para sa legalities dahil [sa] paghahati ng kayamanan or properties, puwede naman kayong mag-usap na. Maging partner na lang kayo sa aspeto na ‘yon.” Ricky expressed firmer opposition, saying, “’Yong marriage, sa babae at lalaki na lang ‘yan. ‘Wag mo nang pakialaman ‘yong gawa…
‘Ano bang mapapala niya sa social media?’ Zanjoe Marudo on not revealing baby’s face on social media
Actor Zanjoe Marudo has finally addressed public curiosity about why he and wife Ria Atayde have chosen not to show their baby boy’s face on social media—months after their son, Baby Sabino, was born in September 2024. In a candid interview with Ogie Diaz on ‘Ogie Diaz Inspires’, Zanjoe shared that their decision is rooted in their desire to protect their child’s privacy and well-being, especially in today’s online landscape. “Baby pa naman ‘yan, eh. Ano bang mapapala niya sa social media, ‘di ba? Parang wala pa rin naman siyang muwang,” he explained. Zanjoe also pointed out the risks of…
It was a night of music, pride, and powerful mentorship as ‘Pinoy Big Brother Gen 11’ Big Winner Fyang Smith officially launched her debut album, ‘Forever Fyang’, at the New Frontier Theater on Sunday, June 22. Fans packed the venue in support of the rising star, who treated the crowd to energetic live performances of tracks from her new album. Among the highlights was a sweet duet with fellow ‘PBB’ housemate JM Ibarra, as they sang ‘Tayo Hanggang Dulo’ to the delight of the audience. Fyang was also joined onstage by her former housemates Kai Montinola, Rain Celmar, Kolette Madelo,…
Belle Mariano to star alongside Maricel Soriano, Piolo Pascual, Joshua Garcia, and Juan Karlos in Star Cinema’s ‘Meet, Greet & Bye’
The cast of the upcoming Star Cinema film ‘Meet, Greet & Bye’ has officially been revealed—bringing together an exciting mix of veteran and rising stars under the direction of blockbuster filmmaker Cathy Garcia-Sampana. Leading the star-studded lineup is Belle Mariano, who will be joined by screen legends and sought-after actors Maricel Soriano, Piolo Pascual, Joshua Garcia, and Juan Karlos Labajo. Star Cinema dropped the major announcement through a teaser that features photos of the cast paired with a dramatic voiceover, building anticipation for what appears to be an emotionally charged family drama. The movie marks the third collaboration between Belle…
It was a night of glitz, guts, and groundbreaking cinema as ‘Flower Girl’ held its red carpet premiere on June 9 at Gateway Cineplex in Quezon City. Led by actress Sue Ramirez, the cast and creators of the daring new film gathered for a night filled with excitement, laughter, and social conversation. Ramirez, who takes on the lead role of Ena in this bold genre-bending comedy, made a striking entrance alongside co-stars Martin del Rosario, Jameson Blake, Maxie Andreison, Angel Galang, Donna Cariaga, and KaladKaren. All eyes were on the stars as they posed for photos and interacted with fans…
Sue Ramirez didn’t need to think twice when ‘Flower Girl’ was offered to her. “It was a quick yes,” she declared, revealing that she agreed to the lead role without even reading the script. “When they pitched it to me, I loved it agad-agad, the idea of it. Oo nga, what if nga a woman loses her womanhood? Who is she now? What am I now?” Ramirez stars as Ena, a top sanitary napkin endorser whose seemingly perfect life takes a surreal and hilarious turn after she offends a trans-fairy—played by Jervi Li Wrightson, a.k.a. KaladKaren. Ena wakes up during…
Tomboy Philippines 2025 unveils 30 official candidates in groundbreaking national pageant
The spotlight is once again on the bold, the proud, and the fearless as Tomboy Philippines returns for its second year, presenting 30 inspiring candidates from across the country who are ready to break boundaries and redefine representation. Launched on June 23 at Ayala Malls Feliz in Quezon City, Tomboy Philippines 2025 continues to shine as the country’s first national pageant exclusively for lesbians. This year’s candidates hail from various regions, including Cebu, Manila, Isabela, Bataan, and General Santos City—each one bringing their own powerful narrative of courage, authenticity, and pride. More than a pageant, Tomboy Philippines is a cultural…
Donny Pangilinan receives praise from parents and colleagues for ‘Pilipinas Got Talent’ season 7 stint
Actor and singer Donny Pangilinan wrapped up his role as a judge on ‘Pilipinas Got Talent Season 7’ with heartfelt words and proud cheers from his parents, Anthony Pangilinan and Maricel Laxa. Following the grand finale of the talent competition, Maricel Laxa beamed with pride as she congratulated her son: “You all rock! Fantastic show and so proud of you for diving into this—loving it and sharing the joy with us!” Anthony Pangilinan echoed her sentiments, saying: “Congrats, son! Para sa akin, pang-golden buzzer ang judging skills mo. Glory is His!” Donny took to social media to reflect on his journey as…
Veteran actor and TV host Anjo Yllana surprised many after revealing in a candid interview with Snooky Serna on her YouTube channel that he once dated Queen of All Media Kris Aquino — albeit for only three weeks. In the vlog’s “Pick a Name” segment, Anjo drew Kris Aquino’s name and chuckled, saying, “Never kong pinag-usapan.” Snooky, visibly intrigued, noted the past romantic link between the two. Anjo confirmed: “Yeah, we had one or two movies (Pempe ni Sara at Pen, 1995, and a guesting sa Palibhasa Lalaki), tapos naging kami for a while. Ngayon ko lang ikukuwento ‘to, tutal matagal na…
Actor Jake Ejercito has strongly criticized the Philippine government over a now-viral video of teachers in Sarangani province crossing a raging river due to the absence of a bridge—calling it not heroism, but a sign of “neglect and betrayal.” The video, originally posted by public school teacher Jailene Tusan, showed educators from Akbual IP School in Barangay Upper Suyan, Malapatan, Sarangani, risking their lives to get home after classes were suspended due to heavy rains. “The teachers in the mountains will be swimming in floodwaters again. Welcome to Akbual IP School during the rainy season,” Jailene captioned her post (translated…
Award-winning actor John Arcilla has expressed deep concern over the sudden surge of tropical swallowtail moths, locally referred to as “mariposa,” recently spotted across various parts of Metro Manila. In a Facebook post, Arcilla described the phenomenon as a red flag for the country’s ecological health. “Yes, it’s very alarming. It signifies a threat in our ecological system,” he wrote. The ‘On the Job’ actor added that the increasing disappearance of forests and native host plants could be driving moths into urban areas, which could have long-term consequences. “Continuous disappearances of host plants and forests affect their existence and the…
‘Superman’ star Rachel Brosnahan highlights Filipino NGOs Angat Buhay, Pawssion Project, Save the Children
Filipino fans have found even more reason to admire ‘Superman’ star Rachel Brosnahan after the actress spotlighted two local non-government organizations—Angat Buhay and Pawssion Project—on her Instagram Stories following her visit to the Philippines. Brosnahan, who plays Lois Lane in the upcoming DC film, visited Manila on June 19 along with ‘Superman’ actor David Corenswet, director James Gunn, and DC Studios executive Peter Safran as part of the movie’s global promotional tour. In a heartfelt Instagram story, Rachel wrote, “We loved getting to bring #Superman to all of you and [David Corenswet] and I loved reading your message about your local…
Mad Ramos (Ahmad Ramos), a 19-year-old student from the University of Santo Tomas, emerged as the grand winner of Sparkle GMA Artist Center’s first-ever Campus Cutie Search, held on June 21, 2025, at Studio 6 of GMA Network. Beating out 19 other contestants from various campuses, Ramos stood out with his charisma, stage presence, and strong message of representation for the Muslim community. From 20 hopefuls, the finalists were narrowed down to a Top 10, who then competed in a Q&A portion after showcasing their talents in singing, dancing, and performing. In his emotional speech, Ramos admitted he didn’t expect…