Author: RJ Mataro

On December 14, actor Christian Bables voiced his opinions about one-night stands. At the media conference for ‘Broken Hearts Trip,’ which LionhearTV covered, reporters asked Bables a theoretical question about who he would consider having a one-night stand with if he was ‘gay,’ referring to his previous gay roles despite him being straight in real life. He jokingly responded, “Si Petite, si Petite, opo pwede na ‘to.” He then expanded on his views about one-night stands, noting how he values love before getting intimate with another person. “Ako po kasi, siguro, kagaya ng interview ko kanina, hindi po ako kasi ma-one…

On December 3, Asia’s Multimedia Star and Kapuso actor Alden Richards discussed whether he would set up his dad for a date.  At the media conference for ‘Family of Two,’ which LionhearTV covered, Richards said his father, Richard Faulkerson Sr, would be able to find love on his own. “Yes, pero ‘yung question balik lang natin sa Tatay ko, kailangan niya ba ko? O kaya niya na ‘yun, feeling ko kaya niya na ‘yun. Pero ‘yun nga, when my mom passed away, April 8, 2008, almost 15 years ago.” He then cited that he would support his dad in finding love…

On December 7, Kapamilya artist-host Marlo Mortel revealed what he would change about himself in 2023. At the media event for Knowledge Channels’ ‘Wikaharian,’ which LionhearTV attended, Mortel admitted that he treated himself poorly in 2023. “Siguro, how I treat myself, Kasi, even when the year started, it was super [tough] for me. Talagang may times pa na nade-depress ka, with different factors in your life. Pero, I treated myself poorly. I forgot about my plans and my dreams.” He then promised to better care for his well-being and stay motivated. “So hindi ko na gagawin sa sarili ko ‘yun.…

On November 30, Miss Universe Philippines Michelle Dee discussed what she realized after she didn’t land the top 5 spot in the Miss Universe pageant. At the media event held at GMA Studio 7, which LionhearTV covered, Dee recounted what she learned throughout her pageant career about expectations. “I had to learn it the hard way–you can never celebrate until the crown is on your head. So approaching El Salvador, I really didn’t think internally na ako talaga ‘yung panalo. My focus was really to do my absolute best. Sa lahat ng makakaya ko– to [really] excel in every aspect…

On December 6, Kapuso actor David Licauco listed his upcoming projects and business opportunities for 2024. At the Fan Meet Event for OPPO Philippines inm Baguio CIty, which LionhearTV covered, Licauco cited his projects for the upcoming year, including Pulang Araw and a movie project with Kapuso actress Barbie Forteza. “I think ‘yung movie namin– me with Barbie ay lalabas. Hindi ko lang alam kung kailan. And maybe some endorsements, maybe for OPPO, and then ‘yung Pulang Araw, I’ve been really looking forward to that.” Aside from endorsements and projects, he also discussed his growing business franchise, Kuya Korea. “And…

On November 29, Viva artist Nikko Natividad considered working with director Darryl Yap a gamble with his career.  At the media conference for ‘Para Kang Papa Mo,’ which LionhearTV covered, Natividad cited the reaction of people close to him when they found out about his project with Yap. “Siguro ‘yung sugal ko nito lang, noong maka-trabaho si Direk Darryl. Kasi noong inannounce na magkakaroon ako ng movie with Direk Darryl, ang dami kong personal na kaibigan at kamag-anak na sinasabi na dapat hindi ka nakipagtrabaho diyan, kasi ika-cancel ka ng tao.  “May mga friends pa ako na nagsabing, ‘Sorry, gusto…

On December 14, transwoman actress Iyah Mina shared her views about transwomen joining beauty pageants for women.  At the media conference for ‘Broken Hearts Trip,’ which LionhearTV covered, Iyah voiced that transwomen should participate in beauty pageants for transwomen.  “I am a woman by heart and by soul, babae ako. Yes, ‘yun ang aking identity, I’m a transgender woman. But then again, I think, mayroong talagang na pageant na pang-Transwoman lang. And I think ‘yung mga born as a woman talaga, ia-ano natin ‘yun parang, irespeto natin.”  She then reasoned that the LGBTQIA+ people would have a similar concern if…

On September 22, actress Alessandra de Rossi explained why parents should be cautious with what they tell their kids. During the scene drop event for ‘Firefly’ at Azadore Restaurant in Quezon City, which LionhearTV covered, de Rossi detailed her childhood experience wherein she believed whatever her parents told her when she was younger. “Hindi, kasi totoo talaga, kahit anong sabihin ng nanay ko, di ba? Kung sabihin niyang may isla sa ganito. Noong bata kami, na may mga dracula di ba sa probinsya namin, talagang naniwala kami di ba? Naniwala nga ako sa Santa Claus eh, na to the point…

On December 13, actor Matteo Guidicelli considered ‘Penduko’ as the biggest movie of his career.  At the media conference for ‘Penduko,’ which LionhearTV covered, Guidicelli thanked Viva and Media Quest for allowing him to take on the role. “I think this is the biggest movie so far in my career, maraming-maraming salamat sa Viva, and of course, sa MediaQuest, for giving me this opportunity to.” He then discussed their director, Jason Paul Laxamana’s, filmmaking style. “And most importantly, kay Direk Jason Paul Laxamana, grabe, the way he guided his actors on set. He’s molded a whole bagong Penduko Universe on…

On December 3, ‘Family of Two’ screenwriter Mel Del Rosario recounted how Asia’s Multimedia Star and Kapuso actor Alden Richards won her over. At the media conference for ‘Family of Two,’ which LionhearTV covered, Del Rosario first narrated how they cast Mega Star Sharon Cuneta and then Richards himself. “Sharon, kasi suntok sa buwan, ganon. Makukuha ba natin, pero nag-match na ‘yung schedule, ‘yung open na ‘yung schedule niya and then we thought, sino ang ipa-partner? Hindi mo naman pwedeng partner ay puchu-puchu kasi Sharon, so nag-shortlist na kami na top of the list si Alden.” Del Rosario admitted that she ‘hated’…

On September 22, actress Alessandra de Rossi talked about her experience working with the child actor Euwenn Mikaell in ‘Firefly.’ At the media event for ‘Firefly,’ During the scene drop event for ‘Firefly’ at Azadore Restaurant in Quezon City, which LionhearTV covered, de Rossi praised Mikaell’s timing as a child actor. “Okay naman si Euwenn, siyempre iba kasi ‘yung timing nung bata. Pero matagal ko na kasing gustong gumawa ng pelikula na may bida na bata na touching heartwarming, ganern. So sabi ko, perfect ‘to. Buti na lang cute siya, charot.” She then remarked how she had wanted to take…

On December 8, the online innuendos between Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati’s families reached heated levels on social media. After talent manager Anabelle Rama shared a cryptic post about the rumored split of husband and wife Richard Gutierrez and Sarah Lahbati, Sarah’s dad, Abdel Lahbati, posted a photo of their family on Instagram. He captioned it with, “Enjoying every moment with family. The convoy keeps going and don’t mind dogs barking,” seemingly alluding to Anabelle’s post. After that post, Anabelle shared another post that seemingly implied her views regarding Sarah, calling the artist “Devil Woman.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1E3_k4Ywlo “Devil Woman, makamandag, manipulative, BEST LIAR.…

On December 11, former broadcaster Jay Sonza appeared before the panel of the House Committee on Legislative Franchises’ during its inquiry on the alleged franchise violations of SMNI. Sonza didn’t attend the first two hearings of SMNI’s violations. However, when the 68-year-old former broadcaster responded to the questions from the panel led by Parañaque City 2nd district Rep. Gus Tambunting, Sonza was forced to reveal the truth that he gets paid PHP 1 Million a month as a consultant for the network. “It’s a sizable amount Mr. Chairman…A million…A million per month.” His admission regarding to how much he gets…

On December 10, Sparkle GMA Artist Center stars performed for their fans at the Sparkle Fans Day 2023.  During the Sparkle Fans Day 2023 at the SM North EDSA Skydome, which LionhearTV attended, various Sparkle artists joined the fun-filled fan meet with performances that melted the hearts of their supporters. The Sparkle Fans Day 2023 included performances from Asia’s Multimedia Star Alden Richards, Kapuso Primetime Princess Barbie Forteza, Black Rider star Ruru Madrid, Sang’gre stars Bianca Umali and Kelvin Miranda, and The Missing Husband star Jak Roberto entertained Kapuso fans during the event. Also present during the Fans Day event…

On December 4, actress Marian Rivera highlighted how Star Cinema took care of her during the filming of ‘Rewind.’ At the media conference for ‘Rewind,’ which LionhearTV covered, Rivera recounted what her husband, Kapuso actor-host Dingdong Dantes, told her about his experience working with the Kapamilya production arm. “Alam mo bago mag-start, isa lang sinabi niya sa akin. Sabi niya, ‘I’m very excited for you.’ So the mere fact na sinabi niya ‘yun, alam niyang mag-eenjoy ako at sure siya na aalagaan ako ng Star Cinema.” She then detailed how the cast of ‘Rewind’ bonded on the set of the…

On December 1, Star Pop Head Roque ‘Rox’ Santos and ABS-CBN Music Creative Director Jonathan Manalo encouraged aspiring composers to send them their songs.  During the media event for Janah Zaplan’s ‘Pasko’y Nagbabalik’ at the Academy of Rock, Quezon City, which LionhearTV covered, Santos highlighted how ABS-CBN looks for the new breed of composers. “Oo naman yes, actually kami sa ABS-CBN Music, we encourage song writers, young song writers na magbigay ng songs sa amin. Very ano kami diyan, kilalang-kilala din ang ABS-CBN sa pag-discover ng mga new breed ng mga composer and music producer.  “So ayan kami, every now…