Author: TJ Gacura
TJ Gacura
TJ believes in the saying, "Make your passion your profession," which made him dip his toes into any writing profession. He tried blogging, tried feature writing; he even dabbled into SEO writing. His heart, however, points into news writing.
2023 Mrs. Universe Philippines runner-up Arlene Cris Damot disclosed on March 21 how actress Nathalie Hart became the newest ambassadress for their aesthetics clinic, Royal Aesthetics. Hart’s endorsement came about through a friend’s recommendation, as Damot shared during a meet-up with bloggers and press at the Manila House in Bonifacio Global City. The actress’s openness to enhancements made her an ideal fit for the clinic. “She was recommended actually by a friend,” Damot shared. In a 2018 interview with Boy Abunda, Hart revealed that her insecurities drove her to undergo multiple cosmetic procedures, such as lip and eyebrow tattoos and…
Headed by Galderma Philippines Business Unit Head Michelle De Jesus, Royal Aesthetics received its two awards at the Manila House, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, on March 21st. The clinic was honored with the coveted Blue Diamond Excellence Award and the Breakthrough Award during Galderma Injectable Aesthetics Philippines’ first gala event, which took place at the Shangri-La The Fort on March 9th. The ceremony recognized and celebrated the partner clinics, healthcare professionals, and their practices that specialize in aesthetics. “I would like to recognize Royal Aesthetics as one of our industry partners who was recognized in the recently concluded Diamond Excellence…
Newly-signed Star Magic talent Miggy Jimenez admitted on March 13 he experienced body dysmorphia just to break from child roles and shift to more mature ones. “Conscious effort? Naku, marami pong self-talk ‘yun na ako mismo nagkakaroon na ng body dysmorphia rin ako,” he admitted during Star Magic’s ‘Spotlight’ press conference at Limbaga 77, Quezon City. Jimenez, now 24, has been in the industry since he was eight years old. To veer from his previous roles, he consciously made an effort to change his body, but had to suffer the mental condition. But now, the actor realized he can enjoy the…
In a moment of unexpected unity and joy, president and CEO of GMA Network Gilberto Duavit Jr expressed on March 20 his elation as the network embraced the arrival of ‘It’s Showtime.’ The signing, which happened at the Seda Hotel Vertis North in Quezon City, thrilled Duavit Jr. to see the two networks join forces. “There was this feeling of a unique kind of happiness because of the sense of unity, gratitude, and happiness that we all felt when we were together,” expressed the Kapuso executive. It’s Showtime first came to the Kapuso network as a program for its second…
In a surprising revelation during her ‘Cheaters’ press conference on March 23, sexy actress Angeline Aril admitted she somehow “cheated” on two of her dates. Being single, and at the young age of 19, Aril has yet to experience love. She only had dates but none of them got past that stage. Reflecting on a recent dating experience, the sexy actress admitted she sort of “cheated” after finding herself in a perplexing situation. “Siguro nag-cheat ako,” Aril admitted. “Mayroon akong ka-date, tapos mayroon pa akong isang ka-date na friend niya, parang ganoon.” The actress clarified it was not cheating since…
Despite her Kapuso series yet to conclude, ‘Love. Die. Repeat.’ star Jennylyn Mercado on March 16 said she is already on to her next projects. Her series starring alongside Xian Lim has reached its final week. Mercado revealed at the Paramount Coffee in Davao del Sur press conference that she has an upcoming film and a soon-to-be-released album. “Sa ngayon, nagshu-shooting ako ng isang film. Hindi pa p’wedeng sabihin. Soon mapapanood niyo ‘yun,” she shared to the attending press, including LionhearTV. “Tapos gumagawa ako ng album under Star Music. So ‘yun nagre-recording na rin ako ngayon.” When asked for a…
Actress Katya Santos could not help but feel nostalgic on March 22 after starring in the upcoming Viva Film flick ‘Sunny.’ The film, directed by Jalz Zarate, features Santos, Ana Roces, Angelu de Leon, Sunshine Dizon, Tanya Garcia, Vina Morales, Candy Pangilinan, and Ana Roces. Notably, De Leon, Dizon, and Morales were prominent figures signed by Viva Films during the 1990s. Santos, who joined Viva in 2003 as a member of the pop group Viva Hot Babes, transitioned from being a sex symbol to establishing herself as a versatile actress over the years. Now, as part of the Philippine adaptation…
Fresh off his role in the Vivamax hit ‘TL,’ heartthrob Armani Hector opens up about his experience so far in the world of sexy films. But how does he handle the feedback—both praise and criticism—that comes with this territory? Recalling when he got his titular role in “Karinyo Brutal,” the 22-year-old sexy actor shared that he went back to his hometown in Cebu. During a conversation with LionhearTV at the General Assembly of the Philippine Entertainment Bloggers Association on March 26, he recounted the heartwarming reception he received from his family. “Sobrang grabe ‘yung pag-approach sa akin ng family ko.…
Actor Albie Casiño said on March 23 that he wants to work with Vivamax Darryl Yap despite being on the opposite sides of the political spectrum. During the 2022 elections, Yap and Casiño had different political affiliations. The Vivamax director supported the now-Philippine President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcus Jr., while the actor supported then-Vice President Leni Robredo. Now that the elections are way past done, and the leader of the country has been determined, the “Kasalo” star is opening his doors to working with the director. When asked during his latest film’s press conference at Viva Cafe, Casiño responded with eagerness.…
Singer Anji Salvacion’s determination to overcome a challenging family life fuels her ‘grit,’ a quality she highlighted during Star Magic’s ‘Spotlight’ press conference on March 13th in Quezon City, Philippines. “Hindi kami mayaman, so we have to work hard,” said the singer. “I really have to have that grit. Simula pa lang.” The Pinoy Big Brother: Kumunity Season 10 winner had to help her single mother survive, even acting as her younger brother’s father. “Unang-una sa lahat, tatlo lang kami sa family ko, my mother, my brother, and me. Wala na kaming daddy. So as an older sister, as the…
‘Senior High’ star Miggy Jimenez admitted on March 13, that there were times he had given up on acting and tried to pursue other careers. In an interview with LionhearTV at the Star Magic’s Spotlight press conference at Limbaga 77, Quezon City, Jimenez shared his struggles with his career as an actor, to the point he wanted to just give up. “May mga times din po ako na parang gusto ko na lang mag-give up,” he lamented. “Like gusto ko na lang—parang ‘Huwag na lang, mag-iba na lang kaya ako ng profession, punta akong ibang bansa doon na lang kaya…
Actress and host of ‘It’s Showtime’ Kim Chiu felt blessed and grateful to be part of the show as ABS-CBN inked a deal with GMA Network on March 20. The partnership will have the Kapamilya noontime show to air on GMA Network. Meanwhile, Chiu, besides being a mainstay in It’s Showtime, also top bills the upcoming Filipino adaptation of the hit Korean series “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim.” She said the blessings she received in her career were all because of those who supported her. “Dahil sa mga taong sumusuporta din at naniniwala, sa mga taong curious din, so sobra…
Veteran actress Marissa Delgado ‘confessed’ on March 19 that a star of ‘My Guardian Alien’ struck fear into her heart: Marian Rivera. “Noong una, natatakot ako,” Delgado confessed during the show’s press conference at the Luxent Hotel in Quezon City. But such fear did not come from Rivera’s attitude on the set nor how the Kapuso Primetime Queen treated her—it was because she admired her. “Medyo ilag ako, tsaka siguro baka nga dahil tagahanga niya ako. Gandang-ganda ako sa batang ito,” said Delgado. The veteran could not help but gush over Rivera. She recalled the first time she stepped on…
ABS-CBN CEO Carlo Katigbak expressed gratitude on March 20 for ‘It’s Showtime’ being included in GMA Network’s noontime lineup. Katigbak’s sentiments were echoed by his excitement felt throughout the event at the Seda Hotel Vertis North in Quezon City. Representatives from both networks witnessed this historic moment. “First of all, grabe thank you so much for welcoming us into your home. Cory [Vidanes] really wanted us to come here today, to the GMA building, because we wanted to prove to you how special this partnership is to us. “In our 30 years working in ABS, we have never walked through…
The Kapuso sketch comedy show ‘Bubble Gang’ has been on the air for over two decades, and mainstays Betong Sumaya and Chariz Solomon revealed on March 15 their secret: teamwork and adaptability. Sumaya pointed out those qualities in the launch of the “Best Time Ever” campaign at GMA Network’s Studio 6 in Quezon City. “Team work talaga siya, and ‘yun nga, naga-adapt siyempre ang “Bubble Gang” sa kung anuman ang napapanahon,” the comedian said He likened the show to a business, where pivoting is needed to ensure they stay “in business.” “Kasi nga parang business nga, kailangan marunong kaming mag-pivot.”…
Kim Chiu has it all: fame, success, and opportunities, but Paolo Avelino said on March 9 that something is missing in her life. In the press conference for their upcoming series, ‘What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim,’ at the Quantum Skyview in Araneta Center, Avelino, who plays Brandon Manansala “BMC” Castillo, had to answer a difficult question: ‘What’s right with Kim?’ He answered by saying everything was right except one thing. Unfortunately, he did not elaborate further, though it might be related to the actress’s love life. “What’s right with Kim right now? I think everything’s going well, like everything, in…