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Kapuso host-actor and Army reservist Matteo Guidicelli is taking his action-star persona to the real world, risking life and limb to headline the GMA Public Affairs documentary ‘Philippine Defenders,’ which airs this Saturday, May 17 at 3:15 p.m. on GMA Network. A second lieutenant in the Philippine Army Reserve Command, Matteo shares a personal connection with the project. “This has always been my dream — to tell their story,” he said during the show’s media conference. “These are the stories of our real-life heroes. Their sacrifices deserve to be known.” The documentary showcases Matteo taking part in actual military training…

TV host and actor Luis Manzano is taking his recent electoral defeat in stride by reconnecting with fans and asking them a fun, nostalgic question: Which of his iconic game shows should make a comeback? In a social media post made shortly after conceding the vice gubernatorial race in Batangas, Manzano wrote: “Ano mas trip ninyo bumalik? Rainbow Rumble, Deal or No Deal, or Minute to Win It?” The question immediately caught the attention of netizens who’ve long associated Manzano with energetic and entertaining game shows on Philippine television. Many of them responded enthusiastically, reminiscing about his charm and comedic timing…

Veteran actress Jackie Lou Blanco has revealed that her ex-husband, Ricky Davao, passed away unaware that her mother, the iconic Pilita Corrales, had already died. In an emotional interview on ‘Fast Talk with Boy Abunda’ aired May 13, Jackie Lou opened up about her family’s grief and the heartbreaking decision not to tell Ricky about Pilita’s passing. “In the beginning, I was thinking, should we tell him? But my kids were saying, ‘Mom, no na lang. He’ll feel bad pa. ‘Wag na lang.’ So, we didn’t,” she shared. Despite their separation, Jackie Lou said Ricky and Pilita maintained a close…

Veteran music producer and ABS-CBN Music creative director Jonathan Manalo has spoken out in defense of P-pop group BINI, following the backlash the group received over a now-viral video involving some of its members. Taking to his official Facebook page on May 10, Manalo addressed the criticism the girl group has been receiving, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding—especially for artists living in the public eye. “Just like all of us, no one is perfect. Living life in front of an audience is incredibly difficult. There’s often no room for mistakes—but being faultless is humanly impossible,” Manalo wrote. The…

Fans of ‘Eat Bulaga!’ have been quick to notice the sudden disappearance of co-host Atasha Muhlach from the noontime show airing on TV5. While various speculations have surfaced online, insiders have clarified that a scheduling conflict is the primary reason behind her temporary exit. The young Muhlach is currently filming her upcoming lead series, ‘Bad Genius’, which is slated to premiere soon on Viva One. The production schedule of her highly anticipated acting debut reportedly overlaps with her commitments on ‘Eat Bulaga’, prompting her to step back from the show for now. Atasha’s absence has left many viewers wondering, especially…

Former celebrity couple Marjorie Barretto and Dennis Padilla both failed in their bids for city council seats in Caloocan during the 2025 midterm elections—an outcome that many netizens believe was influenced by their recent public feud. Barretto, who previously served as councilor in Caloocan’s 2nd District, sought a return to public office under Mayor Along Malapitan’s slate, this time in the 1st District. However, she only secured 109,894 votes, placing 7th, just outside the winning circle in the partial and unofficial tally as of May 13, 7 PM. Padilla, whose real name is Dennis Baldivia, ran independently for councilor in…

Kapuso actor and “Pambansang Ginoo” David Licauco recently addressed criticisms about his low-key stint as a houseguest on ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Collab Edition’, admitting that while he may have come across as quiet, the experience inside Kuya’s house was deeply personal and transformative for him. Taking to Facebook shortly after exiting the iconic reality show, David reflected on his short stay and revealed that joining PBB had been a long-time dream. “Wow. Crazy to think I once lined up for PBB auditions in 2015… and years later, I got to be a houseguest,” he wrote. “It was different from…

TV host and actress Kris Aquino has had enough of the false rumors claiming she has died or fallen victim to witchcraft. Over the weekend, the “Queen of All Media” took to social media to speak out and update the public on her health, debunking fake news that has been circulating online. In an Instagram post on May 12, Kris addressed the recent surge in misleading content about her condition, expressing frustration and appealing for the public to stop spreading misinformation. “Matagal ko nang gustong tumira sa tabing dagat kasi ‘yung simoy ng hangin sobrang nakakatulong, bukas na lang after…

Content creator Ser Geybin issued a public apology on Tuesday night, May 14, following strong backlash over a now-deleted video titled “Slide”, which showed a young girl sliding down what appeared to be an adult chair. The video quickly drew criticism from netizens, particularly parents and women, who found the content inappropriate and insensitive—given its suggestive implications and the presence of a minor. In a Facebook post, Ser Geybin acknowledged his lapse in judgment and took full responsibility: “Magandang Araw po mga Mam and Ser, “Gusto ko lang po mag-sorry sa video reels na pinost ko po nung mga nakakaaraang araw…

Actress Ellen Adarna didn’t hold back as she aired her frustrations over the political culture in the Philippines following the 2025 midterm elections, calling out public officials who act entitled despite being public servants. In a series of Instagram Stories posted on May 13, Ellen directly addressed the attitude of some politicians, recounting personal experiences of how some of them allegedly treat citizens with condescension. “Just speaking from experience rani guys ha. Some are okay—grounded and respectful… but some are just UGH, barf!” she began. The Cebuana actress emphasized that public servants, including elected officials, are paid through taxpayers’ money,…

After more than a week of public concern and unanswered questions, Vivamax actress Karen Lopez finally surfaced on social media, apologizing for her sudden disappearance. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, May 14, Lopez addressed the speculations surrounding her whereabouts since May 5, when she was last seen leaving her condominium unit in Quezon City with her boyfriend. “Pasensya na talaga kung bigla akong nawala nitong mga nakaraang araw. Nang hihingi po ako ng paumanhin, sobrang sorry talaga sa lahat. Kailangan ko lang munang magpahinga at mag-focus sa sarili,” she wrote. “Dumaan ako sa mga bagay na medyo mabigat mentally…

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Actress Bea Binene took to social media to express her joy and pride after Bam Aquino surged to second place in the partial and unofficial 2025 senatorial race results. Aquino, whose name had hovered around 12th place in pre-election surveys, surprised many by landing among the top vote-getters with over 20.62 million votes, based on data as of May 13. Sharing her excitement in an Instagram post, Bea wrote: “Congratulations, Senator @bamaquino! Higit sa lahat, congratulations sa ating lahat, dahil ang panalo ni Sen Bam ay panalo din natin!” Bea, a vocal supporter of Aquino during the campaign period, lauded the…

Despite falling short in his bid for the vice governorship of Batangas, Luis Manzano received unwavering support from his wife, Jessy Mendiola, who took to Instagram to express her pride and love. In her Instagram Story posted Tuesday, May 13, Jessy shared a faith-inspired quote that read: “I am nothing but a speck of dust in this vast universe the Lord has created. And, though my troubles may feel as enormous as the universe itself, I remember God is much bigger than all of it.” Alongside the post, she wrote: “Still so proud of you, [Luis Manzano]. I love you ” Luis,…

Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista remains a proud Kapuso after officially renewing his contract with GMA Network on May 7, 2025. Present during the ceremonial signing at the GMA headquarters were top network executives including GMA President and CEO Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr., EVP and CFO Felipe S. Yalong, VP for Drama and Entertainment Group Officer-in-Charge Cheryl Ching-Sy, and NYMA COO and Christian’s wife, Kat Bautista. “Maraming salamat sa pagtitiwala. It’s really overwhelming to be standing here today. I’ve been part of GMA for over a decade, almost half of my entire career. But it never gets old and it…

Boxing icon-turned-politician Manny Pacquiao has fallen short in his attempt to return to the Senate, placing 18th in the 2025 midterm elections based on partial and unofficial results from the Commission on Elections (Comelec) as of Tuesday morning, May 13. Running under the administration-aligned Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas, Pacquiao has so far garnered 10,201,495 votes, trailing by nearly 3 million behind Senator Imee Marcos, who currently holds the 12th and final Senate seat with 13,026,952 votes. This marks Pacquiao’s second national defeat in three years, following his third-place finish in the 2022 presidential race, and a major blow to…