Author: RJ Mataro

On February 7, Star Magic artist Anthony Jennings recounted his early life and struggles before entering showbiz. During the media event for Star Magic artists at the Limbaga 77 Cafe in Quezon City, which LionhearTV covered, Jennings first discussed how he started as a commercial model and joined Star Magic’s roster of artists. He cited the difficulties he experienced when he first got into acting, citing his passion for the craft. “Nakakapagod, pero, hindi mo naman mararamdaman ‘yun pagod. Masaya naman kasi ‘yung trabaho. Kapag mahal mo naman talaga ‘yung trabaho mo di mo naman mararamdaman ‘yung pagod kahit anong…

On February 4, Kapamilya star Francine Diaz hinted at her upcoming confidential project for 2024. At the Watsons Health Expo, which LionhearTV attended, Diaz revealed that she has an upcoming project for 2024. “Upcoming projects? Mayroon naman po pero, for now, confidential po kasi, so ‘yun.” Aside from her upcoming project, Diaz has a collab song with Korean Superstar Seo In-guk My Love. Diaz recounted how much fun she had filming their music video for the duet song. “Masaya po, masaya. And maaga kami natapos kasi–fun fact sa music video namin is, it’s a one shot-one take type of music video. So…

On February 11, actress-producer Sylvia Sanchez attested to how sweet Arjo Atayde and Maine Mendoza are as a married couple. At the Chinese New Year party hosted by Beautéderm founder Rhea Tan, which LionhearTV attended, Sanchez recounted some of the affectionate moments she observed between the newlyweds. “Nakikita ko lang, kapag kumakain silang dalawa, iniintindi ni Maine ‘yung pagkain ni Arjo, iniintindi ni Arjo ‘yung pagkain ni Maine. ‘Yung ang sweet, parang, ‘Oy, kinikilig ako sa kanilang dalawa.’ Pero, inaalagaan nila ‘yung isa’t isa. Tsaka nakita ko ‘yung mahal nila ‘yung isa’t-isa.” Sanchez opted to not comment on the recent…

On February 6, actor Enrique Gil addressed whether he would follow Liza Soberano’s Hollywood career path. At the advance screening event for Lisa Frankenstein, which LionhearTV attended, Gil maintained that he remains open to any job opportunity. “I don’t know, I don’t know. I’m always open to anything. So–if the opportunity is there. Of course, of course.” He then expressed how happy he felt knowing they both have movie premieres in the same month after four years of not doing films. “I know that’s what I was saying. It’s so funny that for four years, we’ve been out of showbiz–and no projects,…

On February 7, Star Magic artist Xyriel Manabat recounted how her non-showbiz boyfriend, Nathaniel Toledo, surprised her on her birthday. During the media event for Star Magic artists at the Limbaga 77 Cafe in Quezon City, which LionhearTV covered, Manabat detailed how Toledo mounted a surprise party for her birthday in January 2024. Manabat remarked that Toledo mentioned surprising her. However, her boyfriend did something totally unexpected. “Noong una po kasi may lakad po kami mula afternoon hanggang gabi. Tapos after po noon hang out lang po sa kwarto, kain po kami nila Mama. Tapos after noon umalis siya. Pero…

On February 9, Vivamax actor Nico Locco admitted he was a cheater before. At the media conference for their Vivamax film Salitan, which LionhearTV covered, Locco disclosed his promiscuity in the past while discussing how he related to his character. “‘Yung character he’s bored sa relationship niya, and mahilig siya sa exciting sexual adventures. Kaya, he ends up having relationship with Angelica, ‘yung secretary niya.  “Sa relation sa self ko, I would say dati akong cheater. I cheated sa relationship ko–a lot of people know that in this room here, but I think the character was very relatable to what I used to…

On January 31, rap artist Smugglaz discussed his views on the recent issues influencer-rapper Toni Fowler faced. At the media event for the Blvck Summer Festival, which LionhearTV covered, Smugglaz remarked that he tries to avoid voicing his opinion on issues other artists face. “Actually, hindi ko rin siya masyadong pinansin noon eh. Nakita ko lang siya katulad din naman noong ibang mga issue na nauuso sa internet, kahit hindi sa mga hiphop, hindi naman ako basta-basta sumasawsaw or nagbibigay ng mga opinion.” He noted that he wouldn’t have done what Fowler did with her music video, which prompted a cybercrime complaint…

On February 2, Kapamilya actor Enrique Gil discussed his pursuit of solo projects and adjustments to his showbiz comeback. At the media conference for his comedy-adventure movie I’m Not Big Bird, which LionhearTV covered, Gil acknowledged the adjustment he had to experience with his showbiz comeback after four years. “Siguro, not only doing this alone without Liza. I think also, me being out for almost four years was also an adjustment for me to go back and get back on track.” He then explained that while he had an on-screen pairing with Lisa Frankenstein star Liza Soberano, he had worked on solo…

On February 1, Magic Men Australia performer Dante Johnson thought their group had the best job in the world. At the media event for Magic Men Australia, which LionhearTV attended, Johnson highlighted that performing on stage, meeting different people, and working with his fellow performers made his job a worthwhile experience. “Where else will I find the best mates and have the absolute best time performing for [such] different individuals and bringing such different styles to you guys?” He then discussed what ‘special quality’ he would bring to their show in the Philippines. “Well–for me, I would say being one of two…

On February 9, Vivamax star Angelica Hart joked about hearing rumors regarding Dominic Roque’s habit of watching Vivamax. At the media conference for their Vivamax film Salitan, which LionhearTV covered, reporters asked the cast of the sexy movie about the celebrities they would want to have an open relationship with, and Hart responded about wanting to be in between the former couple, Bea Alonzo and Dominic Roque. She then jokingly stated that Roque watches the content on the Vivamax platform. “Same kami ni Direk, Bea and Dom din, kasi balita ko nanonood din si Dom ng Vivamax. So, ‘yun sa kanilang dalawa…

On February 9, artist Queenay Mercado hoped her acting career would continue to flourish after her role in Slay Zone. At the media conference for the mystery thriller Slay Zone, which LionhearTV covered, Mercado first remarked how surprised she was seeing herself in the film and how she delivered what her role required while thanking their director and production. “Opo, siyempre, nakaka-proud po. Nagulat din ako sa naging resulta, okay naman pala yung arte ko. Thank you kay Direk Louie na nagtiwala sa akin at siyempre sa mga producers, Miss April, Pauleen, thank you so much.  “Nakakatuwa lang po na pangarap ko…

On January 31, O-Side Mafia member Madman Stan admitted feeling surprised by the success of their single Get Low. At the media event for the Blvck Summer Festival, which LionhearTV covered, Madman Stan recounted how his fellow member Costa Cashman produced and wrote their Billboard Chart Topping song. “Actually, ‘yung kanta po na ‘yun, idea po siya from Cashman. Wala po siya ngayon, may something important lang po.  “Idea po siya ni Cash, usually po kasi ang ginagawa po kasi namin, si Cash, kapag may naiisip siyang idea, fino-forward niya po sa producer namin kay Burger. Tapos sine-send na po sa amin ni…

On February 2, artist Nikko Natividad claimed he saw his I’m Not Big Bird co-star Enrique Gil’s manhood. At the media conference for I’m Not Big Bird, which LionhearTV covered, Natividad insisted that he saw Gil’s private parts during one of their scenes in the adventure-comedy movie. “Nakita ko ‘yung kay Quen eh. Eh di ba may mga eksena kami na nakita ko talaga. Ewan ko basta nakita ko.” He then shared a possible description of what he saw during one of their scenes, referring to Gil’s Spanish heritage. “Foreigner ba siya, foreigner? Ah, may lahi pala siya, ‘yun lang po ‘yun lang po.”…

On February 7, Kapamilya star Anthony Jennings recounted how Can’t Buy Me Love changed his life.  At a media conference for Star Magic at the Limbaga 77 Cafe, which LionhearTV covered, Jennings first thanked Star Magic, Star Creatives, Rise Artist Studios, his handlers, and his managers for helping him get the projects he recently got, including Can’t Buy Me Love.  He noted how the series opened up opportunities for his acting career. “Ang dami eh, ang daming nagbago po. Kumbaga in a good way naman, daming benefits na nakukuha, may mga rakets na ko. Dati wala eh, tambay lang ako sa bahay,…

On February 9, Vivamax stars Audrey Avila and Cess Garcia disclosed their sexual orientation, noting that they’re both bisexual. At the media conference for their Vivamax film Takas, which LionhearTV covered, Avila and Garcia first described how intense their intimate scenes were in the sexy movie. Avila admitted that she felt ‘something different’ while doing her sexy scenes with Garcia. “Well, noong ano, kasi sa scene, parang may iba talaga eh. Parang– feel mo ‘yung intensity tapos ‘yung mind mo kasi nandoon, kaya that time sabi ko, ‘Ay parang iba na ‘to.’ Nadala lang kami sa bugso ng damdamin, kaming dalawa.” Garcia…

On February 1, actress Bea Alonzo discussed her reunion with Johnny Manahan and fellow stars like Jericho Rosales, Piolo Pascual, Maja Salvador, and John Lloyd Cruz.  At the media event for the launch of Reno11 Series 5G, which LionhearTV covered, Alonzo recounted the birthday gathering she attended for the birthday of Manahan with the stars she grew up with in showbiz. “Yes, it was great. Everytime that I see them, para ko silang–siyempre mga kababata ko na sila di ba? So, it makes me happy to see them. And doon lang kami nagkakaroon ng time para mag-catch up.” https://www.instagram.com/p/C2jnLBQLR4a/?img_index=3 She then noted their…