Author: Vance Madrid

Freelance writer, lifestyle blogger, social media manager, events coordinator, scriptwriter, film buff, wanderlust and certified foodie. Zealous for a keyboard and new experiences, I wish to live and learn through my writing.

It looks like actor Keiynan Lonsdale, the guy who plays “The Flash” on CW Network series came out of the closet recently on his Instagram post. The guy who’s playing the character of Kid Flash or Wally West in the superhero series proudly and loudly declared his sexuality and showed a message of self-love by officially coming out that he’s bisexual. Prior to his coming out statement, Lonsdale is a well-known LGBT advocate. “I like girls and I like guys,” he declared. He says he no longer wants to apologize for “falling in love with people no matter their gender.”…

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Kapamilya actress Coleen Garcia turned to Instagram to greet her fiancé, “It’s Showtime TV host Billy Crawford who turned 35 last May 16. On her post, she considered Crawford as the “one person who completely holds my heart” and the “one person I can’t wait to spend the rest of my life with.” The couple have been together since 2014 and they got engaged in December of 2016. Their relationship received a lot of criticisms back then because rumors had it that it was Garcia who was the reason behind Crawford and long-time girlfriend Nikki Gil’s separation. Billy and Colleen…

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Former beauty queen and model Valerie Weigmann recently said yes to long-time beau lawyer Bodie Pulido [the brother of GMA News reporter Maki Pulido]. The proposal was held at the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru. Valerie posted a photo of the said proposal in her Instagram account with the caption: “And, the highlight of the whole trip…finding my forever in the ancient ruins of Machu Picchu. After 7 years you sealed the deal in the most excellent way.” The jet-setting couple have been together for 7 years. And it’s a first time for Filipinos to have a proposal…

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Beauty queens are often expected to possess not just height but also good skin aside from voluptuous sexy body. But what if you’re stricken with a painful skin condition, what’s going to be your chances on becoming a beauty queen? Bb. Pilipinas Grand International 2017 Elizabeth Clenci recently shared her struggles with eczema on her interview on “Tonight with Boy Abunda.” Eczema is a medical condition that causes the skin to become itchy, red and painful. Clenci said her joining the said beauty pageant wasn’t exactly a walk in the park. It has been her childhood dream to become a…

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Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo defends Heart Evangelista from her bashers. Some netizens are not in favour of Heart to reprise the role of Alwina in the new GMA 7 fantasy series “Mulawin vs. Ravena.” The role of Alwina was originally played by Angel Locsin in the hit TV series Mulawin some years back. Dennis reportedly said in an interview [in defense of Heart]: “Sana maintindihan ng viewers, dahil siyempre si Angel, mahirap rin naman talaga siyang palitan. Siya ang original, pero sana maisip rin ng viewers na hindi pa nakakapanood kay Heart, bago nila pagsalitaan ng hindi maganda, tingnan…

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Kim Chiu is not only portraying a duathlete in her morning drama series “Ikaw Lang Ang Iibigin” on ABS-CBN. She’s now also a duathlete in real life. The Chinita Princess has joined the Pilipinas Duathlon Series 2017 last Sunday held in Subic. Despite having asthma, Kim was able to finish the 6 kilometer run, 30 kilometer bike and 3 kilometer run. If you aren’t fit enough, you won’t be able to finish the said race. “Transition and strength doesn’t come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t,” said Kim in a…

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Filipino chef and model Jose Sarasola recently made headlines after he and girlfriend Maria Ozawa opened up about their romance online with photos of them together on their social media accounts. https://www.lionheartv.net/2017/05/maria-ozawa-found-love-philippines/ Yes, Jose became the envy of most men because he was able to capture the heart of Japanese adult film star Maria Ozawa. Jose admitted he was quite overwhelmed by the attention. “It’s life-changing…I know medyo big words—life-changing. But it really is talaga, kasi she’s not just a regular girl. She’s really someone known in the whole world.” “So it’s an adjustment for both of us. But then,…

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Singer Jed Madela recently got the surprise of his life after he was able to recover his Twitter account. Jed had not been as active as much as we wanted to on the said social media platform because his account got hacked last year. Jed was surprised to find out that there was a tweet mention about him and Filipino Olympian ice skater Michael Martinez. The said post says: “BREAKING NEWS: Jed Made FLIRTS with Michael Martinez, the figure skater, on his IG Live.” It was a post made by Entertainment Uptake which had its Twitter handle @Showbiz_Polls. The photo…

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It’s been three years since Rhian Ramos got her very first traditional tattoo. The actress recently returned back to Kalinga to get another one from the province’s oldest mambabatok or tattoo practitioner, Whang-Od. The 26-year-old once again braved the 17-hour road trip to Kalinga and a two-hour trek going up the mountain top village just to get a personalized tattoo on her upper leg. Rhian’s tattoo is more intricately designed this time around. The actress posted on her Instagram account where she showed everyone her new tattoo. “I’m just so grateful they agreed to this request. A little old, a…

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Sorry guys, but sexy Kapuso actress Max Collins is now officially off the market. She just got engaged with long-time boyfriend Pancho Magno. Last May 14, the 24-year-old actress shared the good news to her friends and fans with a photo of Max seen wearing a diamond ring on her finger. Max and Pancho thinks they’re both ready to tie the knot. They’ve been through a lot and say they couldn’t live without one another. They have been preparing to settle down and they feel it’s about time. The Kapuso couple has been together for almost four years now. They…

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The Queen of All Media gives time for those she loves. Despite her busy schedule, Kris Aquino posted a special birthday greeting to her rumoured ex-boyfriend-turned friend Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista on her Instagram account. Bautista celebrated her birthday last May 12. In her post, Kris explained how they became friends after they had broken up. Here’s her message in verbatim: “Happy Birthday. There are people who actually end up close friends after having tried to be in a relationship. I think this is because the 2 people had proper closure of 1 chapter in their lives, and managed…

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After her solo trip to the United States with vague posts on social media on the real reason why she had taken that trip alone, Megastar Sharon Cuneta finally tells the real reason why she went abroad on her own. She also cleared rumors about her husband Sen. Kiko Pangilinan having an affair with Sen. Risa Hontiveros after pictures of them holding hands went viral on the net. Sharon slams people behind it calling them as “evil.” “They have nothing better to do than ruin people’s lives,” she said about the edited photo of the two senators holding hands and…

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Philippine National Police (PNP) Chief Director General Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa has finally met his celebrity crush Angel Locsin recently. Far from his tough macho image, the PNP chief looked all giddy in the presence of his long-time crush. Dela Rosa on Saturday posted a photo of him and Locsin with the caption: “With the permission of my wife, I’ve finally met my crush, Angel Locsin.” The PNP Chief even said that he hoped Locsin would reprise the role of the iconic Filipino heroine, Mars Ravelo’s Darna. Netizens admired Dela Rosa for the police chief’s courtesy to his wife. Others…

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Photos of actress Maricar de Mesa had been circulating the social media lately with her baby bump. Yes, the actress proudly flaunts that she’s indeed finally pregnant on her Instagram account. The actress known for her villain roles in many TV series was previously married to Don Allado, a former professional basketball player. They were together for four years prior to getting married but in 2014, they split up due to a third-party. The two didn’t have a child of their own. Maricar is pretty excited with the coming of her baby. A first time mom, being blessed with having…

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The Better Half star Denise Laurel recently took to her Instagram account to post a touching message to greet former fiancé and PBA player Sol Mercado on his 33rd birthday with a photo of the basketeer with her son Alejandro. Her followers and fans soon became curious if she and Sol have reconciled. “In HIS time HE makes all things beautiful in HIS TIME.. From the moment I met you up to this very second, I see HIM make you more beautiful each day.. I want to tell you that I see you move closer and closer to being the…

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Proud parents James Yap and girlfriend Michela Cazzola recently celebrated their baby MJ’s 9th month at a beach. The Rain or Shine basketball star enjoyed the weekend getaway outdoor with their feet wet in the sand, soaking under the sun and breathing the sea salted air. James posted on his Instagram account: “Happy 9th month baby, MJ! We love you very much!” James previous marriage to TV host-actress Kris Aquino was annulled in 2012 on the grounds of his infidelity. The two were married for five years. James and Michela became a couple soon after. Kris and Michela are now…

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