"When I Met You" Official Trailer

Regal Entertainment and GMA Films proudly present the biggest and the most anticipated romantic movie of the year featuring Richard Gutierrez, the valentine box-office king, and KC Concepcion in her very first valentine movie.

They had their own separate lives. But when fate made them meet they started to question what real love is all about. Is love about what others think is right? Or what you feel is real?

This Valentine's... let love just carry you away.

And It All Began... When I Met You.


When I Met You, directed by Joel Lamangan, will have a premiere night on February 10, Tuesday, at SM Megamall. Regular showing starts February 11, 2009.

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Boy and Kris to Join Primetime Block

Many have speculated that the morning show hosted by BFFs Boy Abunda and Kris Aquino will come to an end. And yes, we will not see them every morning anymore, but no, they will just be moved to the primetime block. And along with the new time slot, the show will also have a new format.

A new show will take the place of Boy and Kris's morning slot, which will be called Ruffa and Ai. Obviously it will be hosted by Ms. World 1993 Second Princess Ruffa Gutierrez and the new Box Office Queen Ai-Ai de las Alas.

What would happen if you put Ruffa's elegance and Ai-ai's funny antics together? We will soon find out. Boy and Kris's move to primetime and Ruffa and Ai's pilot episode will be on February 16, 2009.

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Rin on the Rox, Another Pinoy Pride

Another YouTube sensation is being invited to guest on the Ellen show. The duo, Rin and Rox, have been getting YouTube viewers' attention for some months now. Even Ellen DeGeneres is interested in guesting them on her show saying "they're good."

Rin and Rox, collectively known as Rin on the Rox, are California-based Filipinos. Rox is half-White, though.

Here's Ellen's shoutout:


To watch Rin on the Rox on their YouTube channel, click here.

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TJ Trinidad Makes the Move

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TJ Trinidad is moving to GMA 7 from ABS-CBN. He will be included in the cast of the upcoming Richard Gutierrez-starrer, Zorro, a teleserye based on the popular book and movie of the same title.

TJ says he never was an exclusive talent of ABS-CBN. His contract with the network was on a per project basis, which is also just like his contract now with GMA 7. The hunky actor says he made the move because it had been quite a while since ABS-CBN last gave him a project (Prinsesa ng Banyera).

Despite the move, he says he's still in good terms with the Kapamilya network. He says he even had a meeting with the bosses to tell them about his decision to move. And since he's on a per project contract, he's still willing to go back and work with the Kapamilya.

TJ had been in quite a number of shows with ABS-CBN, appearing in Basta't Kasama Kita, Krystala, Pedro Penduko, Hiram na Mukha and Walang Kapalit. On the other hand, he has also worked with GMA Films in the past, in the Richard Gutierrez-Angel Locsin movie, The Promise

TJ is under the management of Annabelle Rama, also the manager and the mom of Richard Gutierrez.

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Paano Ba ang Mangarap?

Mark Herras, Jennylyn Mercado/igma.tv

Jennylyn Mercado reunites with Mark Herras in the new production of Sine Novela, Paano Ba ang Mangarap?

The story revolves around Lissa (Jennylyn) and Benny (Hero Angeles). Belonging in different social classes, Benny's mother (Bing Loyzaga) wouldn't approve of their love. Lissa got pregnant but before they could act out their plan to wed, Benny died of an accident. Before dying, though, he made his brother Eric (Mark Herras) promise that he would look for Lissa and take care of her.

Also in the cast are Tirso Cruz III, Chynna Ortaleza, Rainier Castillo, Jan Marini, Emilio Garcia, Irma Adlawan and Jay Aquitania.

It's also interesting to note that the first StarStruck winners (Jennylyn and Mark), and the winner of its then rival show Star Circle Quest (Hero Angeles) are all in one show.

Paano Ba ang Mangarap? starts February 16, 2009 replacing Saan Darating ang Umaga?

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Screen Actors Guild Awards 2009 Winners List

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Kate Winslet accepts her trophy for the Best Supporting Actress category at the SAG (Screen Actors Guild) Awards. She won for her performance in the movie The Reader

The complete list of winners after the jump.

FILM

Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture
‘Doubt’
‘Frost/Nixon’
‘Milk’
‘Slumdog Millionaire’ — WINNER
‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role
Richard Jenkins - ‘The Visitor’
Frank Langella - ‘Frost/Nixon’
Sean Penn - ‘Milk — WINNER
Brad Pitt - ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’
Mickey Rourke - ‘The Wrestler


Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role
Anne Hathaway - ‘Rachel Getting Married’
Angelina Jolie - ‘Changeling’
Melissa Leo - ‘Frozen River’
Meryl Streep - ‘Doubt’ — WINNER
Kate Winslet - ‘Revolutionary Road’

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Supporting Role
Josh Brolin - ‘Milk’
Robert Downey Jr. - ‘Tropic Thunder’
Philip Seymour Hoffman - ‘Doubt’
Heath Ledger - ‘The Dark Knight’ — WINNER
Dev Patel - ‘Slumdog Millionaire’

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Supporting Role
Amy Adams - ‘Doubt’
Penelope Cruz - ‘Vicky Cristina Barcelona’
Viola Davis - ‘Doubt’
Taraji P. Henson - ‘The Curious Case of Benjamin Button’
Kate Winslet - ‘The Reader’ — WINNER

TELEVISION

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Drama Series
William Shatner, “Boston Legal”
Michael C. Hall, “Dexter”
Jon Hamm, “Mad Men”
Hugh Laurie, “House” — WINNER
James Spader “Boston Legal”

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series
Holly Hunter, “Saving Grace”
Sally Field, “Brothers & Sisters” — WINNER
Mariska Hargitay, “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit”
Elisabeth Moss, “Mad Men”
Kyra Sedgwick, “The Closer”

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series
Steve Carell, “The Office”
Jeremy Piven, “Entourage”
Tony Shalhoub, “Monk”
David Duchovny, “Californication”
Alec Baldwin, “30 Rock” — WINNER

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Comedy Series
Christina Applegate, “Samantha Who?”
America Ferrera, “Ugly Betty”
Tina Fey, “30 Rock” — WINNER
Mary-Louise Parker, “Weeds”
Tracey Ullman, “Tracey Ullman’s State of the Union”

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series
“Weeds”
“30 Rock” — WINNER
“Desperate Housewives”
“The Office”
“Entourage”

Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series
“Mad Men” — WINNER
“Dexter”
“House”
“The Closer”
“Boston Legal”

Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries
Paul Giamatti, “John Adams” — WINNER
Ralph Fiennes, “Bernard and Doris”
Kevin Spacey, “Recount”
Kiefer Sutherland “24: Redemption”
Tom Wilkinson “John Adams”

Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries
Shirley MacLaine, “Coco Chanel”
Laura Dern, “Recount”
Laura Linney, “John Adams” — WINNER
Phylicia Rashad “A Raisin in the Sun”
Susan Sarandon “Bernard and Doris”

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Ruffa Gutierrez to Write About Turkey Experience

Back in 2003, everyone thought Ruffa Gutierrez was so lucky to marry a Turkish millionaire. The Miss World 1993 Second Princess indeed lived the life of a princess. Four years after the marriage, though, Ruffa went back to Manila and the couple announced that they're separating. In interviews, Ruffa said that physical abuse was one of the reasons why she decided to leave Yilmaz Bektas.

Now Ruffa is planning to write a book about her much talked-about life in Turkey with Yilmaz and their kids. But no gory details of the said physical torture, sorry. She says that there's so much love between Yilmaz and her when they were still together and that's what she's writing about. She's not going to make the ex-husband look bad in the book because, after all, she's also writing it for her two daughters - so she wouldn't have to tell them about it herself (at least physically).

Ruffa currently co-hosts The Buzz every Sunday and is in the cast of I Love Betty La Fea as the merciless Daniela.

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Joanna Pacitti Too Big for American Idol?

Joanna Pacitti's American Idol Season 8 audition stirred some buzz among the viewers, specifically those who know her. They say Pacitti is "big enough" to still be accepted as one of the contestants.

It actually also happened during the past season when at least two of the contestants (Carly Smithson, Kristy Lee Cook) had already released albums prior to the audition. Smithson, though, had a flopped music career as her album reportedly only sold more or less 300 copies. Likewise, Cook had only been performing on a cowboy nightclub before she decided to audition.

Pacitti's case is kind of different for she has quite a number of songs featured on movie soundtracks such as Legally Blonde (Watch Me Shine), Bratz (Out From Under), First Daughter, and Nancy Drew. Out From Under was even re-recorded by Britney Spears and was included in her latest album, Circus.

She has a 2006 album, This Crazy Life, and has dated Mark Ballas of Dancing With The Stars.

Here's Joanna Pacitti's American Idol Season 8 audition:

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Nicole Richie on a New Reality TV Show

One's interests really change as he goes into new phases of life. Much like Nicole Richie when she became a mother to Harlow with beau Joel Madden. She's not interested in "The Simple Life" anymore, instead, she wants to show the world how it is to be a mom.

Nicole is reportedly planning on doing a family-focused reality tv show with partner Joel Madden and his twin brother Benji, and dad RnB sensation Lionel Richie.

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2009 Academy Awards Nominees

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences President Sid Ganis together with Forest Whitaker announced the 2009 Academy Awards nominees last January 22 at the Samuel Goldwyn Theater in Beverly Hills.

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie are both nominated for the highest acting awards. Heath Ledger, on the first year anniversary of his death, is also nominated for supporting actor award for his last movie, The Dark Knight.

The Oscars will be held on February 22 at the Kodak Theater in LA and will be hosted by Wolverine star, Hugh Jackman.

BEST PICTURE
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Frost/Nixon
Milk
The Reader
Slumdog Millionaire

BEST ACTOR
Richard Jenkins - The Visitor
Frank Langella - Frost/Nixon
Sean Penn - Milk
Brad Pitt - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Mickey Rourke - The Wrestler

BEST ACTRESS
Anne Hathaway - Rachel Getting Married
Angelina Jolie - Changeling
Melissa Leo - Frozen River
Meryl Streep - Doubt
Kate Winslet - The Reader

SUPPORTING ACTOR
Josh Brolin - Milk
Robert Downey Jr. - Tropic Thunder
Philip Seymour Hoffman - Doubt
Heath Ledger - The Dark Knight
Michael Shannon - Revolutionary Road

SUPPORTING ACTRESS
Amy Adams - Doubt
Penelope Cruz - Vicky Cristina Barcelona
Viola Davis - Doubt
Taraji P. Henson - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
Marisa Tomei - The Wrestler

DIRECTOR
David Fincher
Ron Howard
Gus Van Sant
Stephen Daldry
Danny Boyle

ORIGINAL SCREENPLAY
Courtney Hunt - Frozen River
Mike Leigh - Happy-Go-Lucky
Martin - In Bruges
Dustin Lance Black - Milk
Andrew Stanton - WALL-E

ADAPTED SCREENPLAY
Eric Roth and Robin Swicord - Benjamin Button
John Patrick Shanley - Doubt
Peter Morgan - Frost/Nixon
David Hare - The Reader
Simon Beaufoy - Slumdog Millionaire

FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Der Baader Meinhof Komplex
The Class
Departures
Revanche
Waltz with Bashir

ANIMATED
Bolt
Kung Fun Panda
WALL-E

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Joem Bascon and Lovi Poe Star in "Walang Hanggang Paalam"

Walang Hanggang Paalam is about young lovers Ryan and Maria, and Ryan's determination to take Maria's virginity.

It may sound a bit intriguing but the two didn't provide the sexual content in the film, but the gay lovers played by Rico Barrera (of Pinoy Big Brother fame) and Jake Roxas, who is back from his hiatus.

Also in the cast are Ricardo Cepeda, Ai Ittogi, Tetchi Agbayani, and Jacky Woo, who is also the producer.

Directed by Paolo Villaluna and Ellen Ramos, the movie premieres February 8, 8 pm at the Robinson's Galleria. Regular showing starts February 11 at Robinson's Galleria IndieSine.

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Eva Mendez is Most Desirable

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AskMen.com's poll have come to a conclusion last Wednesday and crowned Eva Mendez as 2009's most desirable woman. James Bassil, AskMen.com's editor-in-chief, says that the yearly poll is about who the readers perceive to be more than just a pretty face, someone with intelligence, ambition, and humor. It's about their qualities to be an ideal girlfriend or wife.

Mendez, who was at the fourth place last year, took the title away from Katherine Heigl. Singer Katy Perry is in the 39th slot, Beyonce at 50th and Jessica Simpson took the number 70 slot. Britney Spears, who's making a comeback, is once again included in the list after failing to make it for a couple of years. She ranks 90th.

The rest of the Top 10 are:
2. Megan Fox
3. Marisa Miller
4. Keeley Hazell
5. Anne Hathaway
6. Alessandra Ambrosio
7. Scarlett Johansson
8. Rihanna
9. Kristen Bell
10. Kate Beckinsale

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Luis Manzano as Flash Bomba

Luis Manzano and Roxanne Guinoo are both excited with their upcoming project, Komiks Presents: Flash Bomba. Luis joins the rank of Kapamilya stars who have portrayed superhero roles in the Komiks series as he takes on the role of Flash Bomba.

Leading lady Roxanne Guinoo is very much pleased with working with the young actor. According to her, Luis is a gentleman and is very attentive to her needs. She even says Luis is like action star Robin Padilla for what she has heard of how the latter treats leading ladies.

Flash Bomba is another creation of Mars Ravelo. The superhero appeared in Klasiks Magasin. He is described as a superhero with superhuman strength and large extremities. He can walk up the walls, generate thunderclaps and summon devil horses. Flash got his powers as a prize for defeating a tikbalang. His human alter-ego lost the use of his legs in an accident.

Flash Bomba will be the next Komiks feature after Shaina Magdayao's Dragona.

-Photo via Multiply

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Dennis Trillo and Marian Rivera to Star in "Tarot"

Dennis Trillo and Marian Rivera have an upcoming movie from Regal Films entitled Tarot. The horror film will be directed by Jun Lana, director of the blockbuster horror film Matakot Ka Sa... Kulam.

Dennis and Marian already did a horror film in the past, 2006's Pamahiin, which is also from Regal Films.

-Photo via PEP

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The American Idol Experience

Walt Disney World Resort’s Hollywood Studios theme park will unveil the American Idol Experience, a state-of-the-art attraction, on February 14. It will bring to life the excitement and thrill of the reality television show and all of Walt Disney World guests will have a chance to experience it.

Guests 14 years old and up will be able to experience auditioning, performing, and even judging contestants complete with all the glitz and glamour of the show.

Visit the Disney website for more news about the American Idol Experience.

-Photo via photobucket

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"Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat" hits Php192M

According to the National Cinema Association of the Philippines, Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat has already earned a record-breaking 192 million pesos, the highest recorded in the film festival for the last decade.

MMDA Chairman Bayani Fernando congratulates the team of Ang Tanging Ina N'yong Lahat for making such a good movie. He also congratulates Ai-Ai de las Alas for a very good performance in the film.

Meanwhile, the actress is said to be pitted against Sarah Geronimo for the title of Box Office Queen 2008. Sarah's movie with John Lloyd Cruz, A Very Special Love, also did well in the box office. But Ai-Ai said the fact that Ang Tanging Ina did well is already enough for her. Whatever more she gets is already considered as a bonus. She doesn't want to think that she's taking the title away from Sarah because after all, she considers Sarah as her daughter.

-Photo via ManilaTimes

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Pops to Join “I Love Betty La Fea”

 Pops Fernandez is excited about doing the role of Paulina in ABS-CBN’s hit television series, I Love Betty La Fea. Aunt to Jericho Rosales’s Aldo, Paulina is said to be the new Daniela in Betty’s new world.

Pops says she was surprised when the role was offered to her and did not believe it until she got invited to the story conference. Her last acting job was four years ago and she’s happy that her comeback would be via Betty La Fea.

-Photo via pops.pinoycentral.com

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Eraserheads Reunion Concert (The Final Set) Tickets Now Available

Fans have been waiting for this:

Tickets to the Eraserheads Reunion Concert (the 2nd and final set) are now available via TicketWorld.

Ticket Prices:

VIP: PhP 5,000
GOLD: PhP 3,000
SILVER: PhP 1,300
BRONZE: Php 300

Prohibited Entry:
• Children below 4 feet in height
• Pregnant women
• Individuals under the influence of drugs or liquor
• Persons with severe heart or medical condition

Prohibited items inside the venue:
• Professional audio or video recording devices
• Professional Cameras
• Weapons
• Glass
• Cans
• Plastic Bottles
• Food
• Large metal belt buckles
• Big posters/placards/signage
• Fireworks
• Alcoholic beverages
• Spiked Bracelets
• Wallet chains
• Back packs
• Waist packs
• Laser Pens
• Large chains
• Long & pointed umbrella

TicketWorld hotline: (02) 891-9999

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Victoria Beckham on Vogue Russia Feb 09

Victoria Beckham sucks a thumb on the cover of Vogue Russia February 2009. The 34-year-old mother of three, recently posed for Armani  underwear collection, following the lead of her husband David Beckham. Victoria is reportedly being paid £12 million as an Armani underwear model.

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"Let's Get Crazy" - Hannah Montana - The Movie Official Music Video

Here's the official music video of Hannah Montana - The Movie which will be shown April 2009. Entitled "Let's Get Crazy," the song was performed in the movie by Hannah Montana in her number one fan's 16th birthday party.

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Major Changes in American Idol 8

Aside from the fourth judge, there will be a major change in the eighth season of the number one reality show in the US, American Idol. For one, the contestants would stay in a house rather than a mansion. Much like a musical Big Brother. That way, the audience will come to know more about the contestants' character and not just the way they sing.

It has also been reported that only big named musicians will mentor the contestants this season, and that Kelly Clarkson will appear in the show for two weeks. Goodbye olden day superstars?

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Rayver Cruz in "You Changed My Life"

Rayver Cruz/Xanga

You Changed My Life, the sequel to the box-office hit A Very Special Love which stars John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo also features one of the well-known teen stars of today, Rayver Cruz.

Rumored to be romantically linked with Sarah, Rayver says they are really just good friends at the moment.

Rayver also says that he enjoys doing his character in the movie because it is so close to what he truly is in real life.

Meanwhile, Rayver is also busy taping for the upcoming tv drama, May Bukas Pa, where he plays the role of a young thief named Kokoy.

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Kristine Hermosa Signs Contract with ABS-CBN

Kristine Hermosa remained to be one of the most beautiful in Philippine showbiz despite being absent in the limelight for a while. Her last project was Prinsesa ng Banyera (2007) and was seen guesting in Banana Split and Maala-ala Mo Kaya last year.

There had been rumors of her transfer but her contract signing with ABS-CBN put an end to the talk that she's moving to GMA 7.

Two soap operas and a movie is lined-up for the beautiful actress, included in which is a project with former love team Jericho Rosales.

When asked regarding her ex-husband, she confessed that she knew Diether Ocampo's current girlfriend but said she didn't want to talk about it anymore.

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Charice at the Obama Pre-Inaugural Ball

Charice Pempengco sang One Moment in Time and the second national anthem of the United States, God Bless America. The talented singer said she was so proud that she was chosen to sing at the pre-inaugural ball, and much more proud that she was made to sing the patriotic song.

-Video via YouTube's NIGHTHAWK23

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Spider-Man 4

A new Spider-Man movie will begin shooting in 2010 and is rumored to be targeting a May 2011 release.

Sam Raimi, Kirsten Dunst and Tobey Mcguire are expected to return but still have to formally commit.

The Spider-Man movies, though, seem to be taking longer to come out as per movie. It was in 2002 when Spider-Man first came out. Two years later, Spider-Man 2 came out. Adding another year to the 2-year gap, Spider-Man 3 was released in 2007. And now they're looking towards a 2011 release, which makes the gap 4 years.

But then we all loved those 3 previous Spidy movies. And if it's taking them 4 years to come up with the next one, I'm sure it must really be something to look forward to.

-Via The Sweetest Haven

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The Fan Family Experience 2009

On the January 13 post to their MySpace blog, the Jonas Brothers brought the news of the Fan Family Experience. What exactly is it? "Fan Family" is basically their fans, and Fan Family Experience is and activity of the "Fan Family" with the Jonas Family. How cool is that?

Here's the announcement:

Tuesday, January 13, 2009

Big Announcement – Fan Family Experience 2009!
Category: Music

Hey everyone!

2008 was an amazing year, and we owe it all TO YOU!

In 2009, we want to work WITH YOU to make this year even better!

As you know, the Jonas family does everything together, and we know you and your friends, the FANFAMILY, do everything together.

You may have heard that our 3D movie is coming out and in the movie, we invite you behind the scenes for the ultimate Jonas experience.

But over the next seven weeks - which will be the busiest seven weeks ever - we’re going to work together to create the “FanFamily” Experience!

What is the FanFamily Experience?

There will be a variety of activities and events that allow us to join forces on everything we do this year – from the 3D movie to the World Tour to the release of our new CD. But our first FanFamily project is to make the OPENING WEEKEND OF THE 3D MOVIE the BIGGEST OPENING WEEKEND EVER for a 3D movie.

Besides reading letters and watching some of your videos, we want to GET TO KNOW YOU – the FanFamily - better by working together in some new and exciting ways!

Over the coming weeks, make sure you are checking MySpace, watching YouTube, and listening to SayNow for more details on how to participate in the FanFamily Experience.

We are REALLY excited about working with you, the FanFamily, to make this the best year ever!

Thanks,

JB
Kevin, Joe and Nick

PS: We’re really close to finalizing our list of nations and cities for the WORLD TOUR, so hopefully we will be seeing you really soon!

-Photo via Myspace

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YouTube Find: Hansen Nichols in Daly City

Found this video in YouTube a couple of hours ago.

Apparently, Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 scholars Hansen Nichols and Van Roxas, with Season 1 scholar Irish Fullerton were in Chicago and Daly City recently.

Here's a video of Hansen in Daly City:

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X-Men Origins: Wolverine Re-shoots

Fox is reportedly having an extensive reshoot of the movie X-Men Origins: Wolverine. The re-shoot is being done in Vancouver where they even invited journalists to cover it.

Although in an an e-mail to Ain’t It Cool News, Hugh Jackman who plays Wolverine stated that they have to wait this late to shoot some scenes due to weather conditions and some of the cast’s schedules.

Whatever the reasons for the late shoots are, I’m just sure it’s gonna be a great movie judging by this trailer:

-Via The Sweetest Haven

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People of the Year 2008

People of the Year 2008 Awards Night was held last January 15, 2008 at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza Hotel Manila in Pasay City. The event was hosted by Johnny Litton and Champagne Morales.

The People of the Year 2008 awardees:

Vice President Noli de Castro
Sen. Manny Villar
US Ambassador Kristie Kenney
Mayor Jejomar Binay
Go Negosyo’s Joey Concepcion
Megastar Sharon Cuneta
Philippine National Red Cross governor Rosa Rosal
Century Properties Group Head and Special Envoy to China Joey Antonio
Kuok Group-Philippines CEO Andy Bautista
Social Worker Dominique Lemay
Fashion Designer Rajo Laurel
International Singing Sensation Charice Pempengco

Special Awardee: Former President Corazon Aquino

[Photo via charicemania]

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Jericho Rosales to Join “I Love Betty La Fea”

Jericho Rosales will join the cast of I Love Betty La Fea. He will play the character of Aldo, a surfer and musician.

Echo says he is a fan of the show that’s why he is both excited and thrilled to join John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo in the hit television series.

The actor says he is trying to get buffed so the role of a surfer would best fit him. Playing the role also gives him an opportunity to do something light, way different from the heavy drama roles he is used to do.

Jericho is happy that he has a project to begin his 2009 with, and he considers it a big blessing. He just hopes Bea and John Lloyd’s fans will welcome his presence in the series.

[Photo via journal.com.ph]

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Rupert Grint Goes Shirtless

Harry Potter stars are (one by one) getting out of their wholesome “wizardly” image. Daniel Radcliffe first went nude in Equus. Now it’s Rupert  Grint’s turn as he goes shirtless in the upcoming drama thriller Cherrybomb.

Cherrybomb is the tale of two best friends Luke (Robert Sheehan) and Malachy (Rupert Grint) who turned into worst enemies as they compete over Michelle (Kimberley Nixon), a new girl in town.

The movie is set for its world premiere next month at the Berlin Film Festival.

[Photo via cherrybomb]

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Charice to Perform in Obama’s Pre-Inauguration Party

Charice Pempengco will be performing in the pre-inauguration party for the US president-elect Barack Obama. The diminutive singer who Oprah dubbed as “the most talented girl” will sing two songs chosen by Obama’s staff – One Moment in Time (Whitey Houston) and God Bless America (Kate Smith). It’s quite an honor for her to be singing God Bless America for it is considered as an unofficial national anthem of the US.

Charice will fly to the US today to attend the pre-inauguration on the 18th. She’s just not sure if she will be invited to the actual inauguration which will happen on the 20th.

[Photo via yehey]

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Hannah Montana: The Movie

A shoe fight with Tyra Banks made Miley Stewart’s dad decide to bring her back to Tennesee so she can be reminded of where she came from and what’s more important in life.

Miley Cyrus stars as Miley Stewart/Hannah Montana in the movie version of the hit tv series Hannah Montana. Her real life dad Billy Ray Cyrus, Emily Osment, Jason Earles, Mitchel Musso and Lucas Till are also in the cast.

Hannah Montana: The Movie (trailer below) hits theaters April 10th.

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Kelly Blatz is Aaron Stone

Kelly Blatz stars in the original Disney XD movie Aaron Stone.

Kelly Blatz plays the role of Charlie Landers, a world champion video gamer who was enlisted to become the real life version of his avatar Aaron Stone.

The show will premiere on February 13, 2009, coinciding with the launch of Walt Disney’s Disney XD, a cable tv channel aimed for the boys aged 6 to 14.

Kelly Blatz, 22, made his debut in The Oakley Seven (2006) and has appeared in Simon Says,  Zoey 101, From Within, Prom Night, and April Showers. He’s also the lead singer for the LA-based alternative rock band Capra. His acting coach is Ernie Lively, the father of Gossip Girl star Blake Lively whom Kelly dated from 2004 to 2007.

[Photo via MySpace]

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Michael Jackson Waves

Michael Jackson waves to fans as he goes out the backdoor of a medical building in Beverly Hills. Face as usual covered with his white mask, he managed to sign a few autographs before getting into his car.

Michael Jackson is reportedly  leasing a mansion in the Bel-Air section of LA for $100,000 a month.

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Ploning’s Journey to the Oscars Ends

Out of the 65 movie entries from around the world, the jurors of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science has already chosen nine finalists. And sadly, Judy Ann Santos’s Ploning wasn’t one of the chosen titles.

It can be recalled that Judy Ann exerted so much effort in raising funds that she can use for Ploning’s campaign to the Oscars. Sadly, it wasn’t able to get in.

The nine titles vying for the final five slots who will compete for the Best Foreign Film category are:

Revanche - directed by Gotz Spielmann (Austria)
The Necessities of Life - directed by Benoit Pilon (Canada)
The Class - directed by Laurent Cantet (France)
The Baader Meinhof Complex - directed by Uli Edel (Germany)
Waltz With Bashir - directed by Ari Folman (Israel)
Departures - directed by Yojiro Takita (Japan)
Tear This Heart Out - directed by Roberto Sneider (Mexico)
Everlasting Moments - directed by Jan Troell (Sweden)
3 Monkeys - directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan (Turkey)

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Katrina Darrell, American Idol 8’s Bikini Girl

Katrina Darrell stirred quite a reaction from the judges and the viewers of the new season of American Idol. For one, she went to the audition in a bikini because, as she said in the interview, it would set her apart from the crowd.

She sang Mariah Carey’s Vision of Love but new judge Kara DioGuardi didn’t like it. Kara sang a few lines of the song to show the Bikini Girl how it should be done. Surprisingly, the almost naked girl said that the judge’s rendition “was not any better.”

Simon Cowell said “yes.” Randy Jackson, seeing a lot of potential on the Bikini Girl, also said yes. Obviously Kara DioGuardi would say no. And that left the final judgment to Paula Abdul, who surprisingly said yes, sending the girl to Hollywood.

But when Simon asked Paula if she liked it, Paula said, “It’s terrible.”

Watch the audition here:

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'May Bukas Pa' Cast Revealed

The cast of the new ABS-CBN soap “May Bukas Pa” has been revealed. A new child actor Zijian Jaramilla plays the role of Santino, a child abandoned on the steps of a monastery.

Also in the cast are Dina Bonnevie, Albert Martinez, Tonton Gutierrez, Maja Salvador, Rayver Cruz, Desiree del Valle, Lara Quigaman, Dominic Ochoa, and Ogie Diaz.

Members of the cast are all excited for the show. Aside from a good story line, it can also give inspiration to the viewers during this time of crisis. As Dominic  Ochoa says, they want “to give hope” to the Filipinos and to tell that true happiness doesn’t always come from material things.

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Anne Hathaway - Critics Choice Awards Best Actress

Anne Hathaway bested four other actresses as she won the Best Actress award (in a tie with Meryl Streep) at the 2009 Critics Choice Awards held January 8 at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. Anne won in her portrayal as a recovering addict in the movie Rachel Getting Married.

Meryl Streep (Doubt) wasn't present to receive her award.

Here's Anne Hathaway's acceptance speech:


The complete list of winners and nominees:

BEST PICTURE

Winner: Slumdog Millionaire

Nominees:
• Changeling
• The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• The Dark Knight
• Doubt
• Frost/Nixon
• Milk
• The Reader
• Slumdog Millionaire
• Wall-E
• The Wrestler

BEST ACTOR

Winner: Sean Penn - Milk

Nominees:
• Clint Eastwood - Gran Torino
• Richard Jenkins - The Visitor
• Frank Langella - Frost/Nixon
• Sean Penn - Milk
• Brad Pitt - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• Mickey Rourke - The Wrestler

BEST ACTRESS

Winner: Tie: Anne Hathaway - Rachel Getting Married | Meryl Streep - Doubt

Nominees:
• Kate Beckinsale - Nothing But the Truth
• Cate Blanchett - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• Anne Hathaway - Rachel Getting Married
• Angelina Jolie - Changeling
• Melissa Leo - Frozen River
• Meryl Streep - Doubt

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR

Winner: Heath Ledger - The Dark Knight

Nominees:
• Josh Brolin - Milk
• Robert Downey, Jr. - Tropic Thunder
• Philip Seymour Hoffman - Doubt
• Heath Ledger - The Dark Knight
• James Franco - Milk

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS

Winner: Kate Winslet - The Reader

Nominees:
• Penelope Cruz - Vicky Cristina Barcelona
• Viola Davis - Doubt
• Vera Farmiga - Nothing But the Truth
• Taraji P. Henson - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• Marisa Tomei - The Wrestler
• Kate Winslet - The Reader

BEST ACTING ENSEMBLE

Winner: Milk

Nominees:
• The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• The Dark Knight
• Doubt
• Milk
• Rachel Getting Married

BEST DIRECTOR

Winner: Danny Boyle - Slumdog Millionaire

Nominees:
• Danny Boyle - Slumdog Millionaire
• David Fincher - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• Ron Howard - Frost/Nixon
• Christopher Nolan - The Dark Knight
• Gus Van Sant - Milk

BEST WRITER (Original or Adapted Screenplay)

Winner: Simon Beaufoy - Slumdog Millionaire

Nominees:
• Simon Beaufoy - Slumdog Millionaire
• Dustin Lance Black - Milk
• Peter Morgan - Frost/Nixon
• Eric Roth - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• John Patrick Shanley - Doubt

BEST ANIMATED FEATURE

Winner: WALL-E

Nominees:
• Bolt
• Kung Fu Panda
• Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa
• Wall-E
• Waltz With Bashir

BEST YOUNG ACTOR/ACTRESS (Under 21)

Winner: Dev Patel - Slumdog Millionaire

Nominees:
• Dakota Fanning - The Secret Life of Bees
• David Kross - The Reader
• Dev Patel - Slumdog Millionaire
• Brandon Walters - Australia

BEST ACTION MOVIE


Winner: The Dark Knight

Nominees:
• The Dark Knight
• Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull
• Iron Man
• Quantum of Solace
• Wanted

BEST COMEDY MOVIE

Winner: Tropic Thunder

Nominees:
• Burn After Reading
• Forgetting Sarah Marshall
• Role Models
• Tropic Thunder
• Vicky Cristina Barcelona

BEST PICTURE MADE FOR TELEVISION

Winner: John Adams

Nominees:
• John Adams
• Recount
• Coco Chanel

BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM

Winner: Waltz With Bashir

Nominees:
• A Christmas Tale
• Gomorrah
• I've Loved You So Long
• Let the Right One In
• Mongol
• Waltz With Bashir

BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE

Winner: Man On Wire

Nominees:
• I.O.U.S.A.
• Man On Wire
• Roman Polanski: Wanted and Desired
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Young At Heart

BEST SONG

Winner: "The Wrestler" (performed by Bruce Springsteen, written by Bruce Springsteen) - The Wrestler

Nominees:
• "Another Way to Die" (performed by Jack White and Alicia Keys, written by Jack White) - Quantum of Solace
• "Down to Earth" (performed by Peter Gabriel, written by Peter Gabriel and Thomas Newman) - Wall-E
• "I Thought I Lost You" (performed Miley Cyrus and John Travolta, written by Miley Cyrus and Jeffrey Steele) - Bolt
• "Jaiho" (performed by Sukhwinder Singh, written by A.R. Rahman and Gulzar) - Slumdog Millionaire
• "The Wrestler" (performed by Bruce Springsteen, written by Bruce Springsteen) - The Wrestler

BEST COMPOSER

Winner: A.R. Rahman - Slumdog Millionaire

Nominees:
• Alexandre Desplat - The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
• Clint Eastwood - Changeling
• Danny Elfman - Milk
• Hans Zimmer/James Newton Howard - The Dark Knight
• A.R. Rahman - Slumdog Millionaire

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Jon Avila and Rufa Mae Quinto are "Getting to Know Each Other"

Willing not to be single this year, Jon Avila confesses that he and actress Rufa Mae Quinto are now on the getting-to-know-each-other stage. They first met on the set of their first movie together, Viva Film's upcoming "Status: Single."

Jon also says that he is flattered whenever Rufa Mae openly talks to the media about their relationship. He even thanks the comedienne for her friendship and says he is glad that Rufa Mae is with him at the start of 2009.

After "Kapitan Boom," we only saw Jon on television via the Sunday variety show "ASAP." But be sad no more Kapitan Boom fans, because the superhero is making a comeback through the upcoming television show "Sanlakas" which will also feature other "Komiks" characters like Lastikman, Tiny Tony, and Varga.

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Asia Agcaoili Admits Pregnancy

Asia Agcaoili has confirmed the reports that she is indeed pregnant. Her Dutch boyfriend, she says, is the father of her child.

She has been planning on starting a family this year, so she has no regrets on finding out she is pregnant. And it's just as well that she didn't become pregnant earlier when her contract with Premiere condoms was still ongoing. But now that it has expired, she can very well start a family already.

Asia writes for FHM and her column, Asia's Sex Confidential, is republished online.

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Tayong Dalawa Official Music Video

Watch the music video of the upcoming television series from ABS-CBN, Tayong Dalawa, which stars Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson and Jake Cuenca.

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Garrett Hedlund to Star in 'Tron' Sequel

Garrett Hedlund is set to star in the sequel of the 1982 cult classic film Tron. Disney chose Hedlund over other potential lead stars like Ryan Gosling, Chris Pine, and Michael Stahl-David.

Garrett Hedlund made his film debut in 2004's Troy and has also played supporting roles in movies like Friday Night Lights, Four Brothers, Eragon, and Georgia Rule.

Hedlund will play the lead in this $150 million sequel being directed by Joseph Kosinski. He will retrace the steps of Kevin Flynn (a character from the 1982 film) which will be played by Jeff Bridges.

Olivia Wilde (Skin, Turistas, The O.C.) and Beau Garrett (Turistas) are also in the cast.

Sean Bailey produces along with Steven Lisberger (director of the original film), and Jeff Silver.

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Another Baby Girl for Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner

It's another baby girl for Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner, People reports. The baby was born Tuesday in Los Angeles.

Ben and Jennifer's eldest daughter Violet is now 3.

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Kyla Thanks Her Kapamilya

Kyla celebrated her birthday last Sunday in SOP. She was joined by Bituin Escalante, Roselle Nava, Jolina Magdangal, Regine Velasquez and Jaya in a production number where the celebrant also sang her own composition.

It was funny, though, that during the interview towards the end of the segment, Kyla thanked her "mga kapamilya" (5:51 into the above video) which gathered collective reactions from the hosts present on stage. But then Kyla explained that by "kapamilya" she meant her "brothers and sisters" in SOP. And as Jaya blurted in a defensive reaction: "It's just a word... We're all family here!"

But then, hasn't Kyla been rumored to transfer in the rival network? Talks about it spread out even before Karylle made the shift.

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PEP's 20 Sexiest Celebs of 2008

Cristine Reyes, Dingdong Dantes/via PEP

PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) recently did a survey on who the sexiest male and female celebrities of 2008 were. The survey was conducted among "lifestyle magazine editors, writers, and showbiz insiders."

Here are the results:

Sexiest Ladies
10. Luningning
9. Bianca King
8. Daiana Menezes
7. Anne Curtis
6. Michelle Madrigal
5. Marian Rivera
4. Ehra Madrigal
3. Katrina Halili
2. Angel Locsin
1. Cristine Reyes

Sexiest Hunks
10. Will Devaughn
9. Jon Avila
8. Robin Padilla
7. Kiko Rustia
6. JC Tiuseco
5. Paolo Contis
4. JC de Vera
3. Sam Milby
2. Piolo Pascual
1. Dingdong Dantes

It's interesting to know that Richard Gutierrez wasn't included in the list. Would his mom react violently on this, just like she did when Richard didn't get the loudest applause during the recent Blackout Denim and Underwear Show?

On the other hand, two hunks from Survivor Philippines made it to the list. Kiko and JC were really well-liked due to their "good guy" image and hunky appeal.

Dingdong deserved his spot very well, after receiving the loudest applause during the Blackout and landing third place on E! channel's 25 Sexiest Men of the World.

Note that six hunks and six ladies from the Kapuso network made it to the top ten of their respective categories, while the remaining four slots belonged to the Kapamilya stars.

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Hansen Nichols Faints

Found this on YouTube a while ago. This happened before Hansen Nichols joined PDA 2. He used to be part of SOP's Take 5, an all-male sing-and-dance group.

Imagine how hard it could have been to rescue him - the stage was in the middle of a pool so the staff who could see him sprawled there would still have to go around the pool area to reach the backstage and eventually the stage; or, the people might have noticed it and shouted/reacted, but could not be easily heard due to the loud speakers. One thing is certain, though: PDA 2's Cancer Survivor is so frail.

Or it could've been a gimmick.

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American Idol Season 8

It's American Idol time once again!

The highest rating reality show premiers with its 8th season on January 13 and 14 on FOX. As the show's official website says: "The wait is almost over for the return of television's #1 show!"

For the first time, there will be four judges in the show. Kara DioGuardi, a multi-Grammy nominated songwriter, will even out the gender distribution in the panel.

The eighth season kicks off with three weeks of audition episodes, featuring tryouts held in East Rutherford, NJ, Jacksonville, FL, Kansas City, MO, Louisville, KY, Phoenix, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT, San Francisco, CA and San Juan, Puerto Rico. After the two-night premiere, auditions will continue for two weeks on Tuesday, January 20 (8/7c) and Wednesday, January 21 (8/7c); and Tuesday January 27 (8/7c) and Wednesday, January 28 (8/7c). The final audition episode will air Thursday, January 29 (8/7c) on FOX.[source]

Top 36 Semi-Finalists will be revealed Wednesday, February 11 and voting will begin on Tuesday, February 17.

The Top 12 singers will be announced after the Wild Card Round on Tuesday, March 5, and they will perform for the first time on Tuesday, March 10.

But although the new season hasn't started yet, spoilers are already all over the internet.

Spoiler's Top 50:

Angela Martin
Emily Wynne-Hughes
Jacklyn “Jackie” Tohn
Jakob McKay
Junot Jaynor
Justin Williams
Michael Bartul
Ryan P.A. Johnson
Stephen Fowler
Taylor Vaifanua:
T.K. Hash

Aaron Blinds
Adam Lambert
Alan Jackson
Alexander Green
Alexander “Alex” Wagner
Alexandria Silva
Alexea Lawson
Alexis Middleton
Allison Barron
Allison Iraheta
Amy Mcintosh
Ann Marie Boskovich
Anna Kaelin
Anthony Safonov
Antonio Magana
Arianna Afsaro
Asa Barnes
Ashley Hollister
Ashley Mendez
Aubrey Logan
Audra-Kate Geiger
Austin Jonathon Sisneros
Barry Tomkins
Bellamy Williams
Brent Keith Smith
Brianna Horne
Bryan Peterson
Carla Trujillo
Casey Carlson
Cesar Morales
Chelsea Hunt
Christopher Brigham
Christopher “Chris” Chatman
Christopher “Chris” Medina
Christopher Pinkston
Clark Masters
Cody Sheldon
Damaris Rivera
Daniel “Danny” Gokey
Danielle “Danii” Roundtree
David Gowryluk
David Osmond
Deanna Brown
Denise Holbrook
Dennis Brigham
Derek Drake
Derik Lavers
Devon Baldwin
Dominic Lynch
Dominique Brown
Eddie Elkins
Emily Wynne-Hughes
Erika Wesley
Felicia Barton
Grant Baird
Imari Molifua
India Morrison
Jackie Midkiff
Jacquelyn “Jackie” Mendez
Jake Marshman
Jamar Rogers
James Harris
James Jannetty
Jana Beutler Holland
Jarret Burns
Jasmine Murray
Jason Rosario
Jeanine Vailes
Jennifer “Jenn” Korbee
Jennifer (Jenesis) Samoranos
Jeremy Sarver
Jesse McCullagh
Jessica Furney
Jessica “Jesse” Langseth
Jesus Valenzuela
JM Rieger
Joanna Pacitti
John Twiford
Jorge Nuñez Mendez
Josh Cloud
Joshua Tryon
Joshua Ulloa
Juan Planas
Julissa Veloz
Justin Williams
Katrina Darrell
Kaylan Loyd
Kaylee Cohen
Kechelle Hodge
Kelly Evetter
Kendall Beard
Kenneth “Kenny” Hoffpauer
Kris Allen
Kristen McNamara
Lacey Brown
Lauren Barnes
Lydia Parrott
Mallory Logue
Margaret “Margo” May
Markese Morris
Matt Corkey
Matt Giraud
Matthew “Matt” Breitzke
Megan Bohls
Megan Corkey
Melinda Camille
Michael Castro
Michael Sarver
Michael Steven Tristan
Mishavonna Henson
Monique Garcia Torres
Moorea Masa
Morgan McOwen
Nancy Wilson
Natasha “Tasha” Valentine
Natanial “Nate’ Marshall
Nena Lockheart
Nichol Berry Kennels
Nicholas “Nick” Hendrix
Nick Mitchell
Patricia Roman
Perrie Cataldo
Phoebe Holiday (Ryan)
Reggi Beasley
Ricky Braddy
Ryan Paul August Johnson
Raquel “Sarah” Houghton
Sarah Rose Flack
Scott Douglas MacIntyre
Sharon Wilbur
Shelby Swartwood
Stacie Ball
Stephanie Brit
Steven Darden
Tamara Taylor
Tatiana Nicole Del Toro
Thomas “Otto” Malone
Tom Korbee
Tuan/Twan Lozada
Tryphaena Joelle Nimmons
Von Smith

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Starstruck 5, Elite Explosion

The original artista search, who was responsible for the discovery of such talents as Mark Herras and Jennylyn Mercado, is making a comeback this year. After a two-year hiatus, Starstruck will resume on searching for new talents.

Jolina Magdangal and Raymond Gutierrez will still be hosting the show but Dingdong Dantes, due to busy schedules, will be replaced by the lively and articulate Drew Arellano. Iza Calzado will also be a fresh addition to the old council consisting of Joey de Leon and Ida Henares. Mike Tuviera directs the show.

The Final 14 Finalists will automatically receive 5,000 pesos with each week of stay in the competition until contestants are narrowed down to 5. From the remaining 5, the Elite Loveteam and the Elite Survivor will be chosen. The Elite Loveteam will each receive a 2 million peso contract with GMA and 1 million pesos in cash. On the other hand, the Elite Survivor gets a 3 million peso contract with the network plus 2 million pesos in cash.

The Elite Survivor will also sign with Regal Films for a 3-movie contract while the Elite Loveteam gets to join other Starstruck graduates in a movie also with Regal Films. In addition to that, the three gets a franchise of Pinoy Waffle and an endorsement contract with Bench.

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Zanjoe Marudo and Anne Curtis to Star in "The Wedding"

The team-up of Zanjoe Marudo and Anne Curtis is said to take new heights via the upcoming television series entitled "The Weddig."

In an interview, Zanjoe said the cast and crew of the said series already started taping some parts, but had to stop due to schedule conflicts as both Anne and him are still doing Dyosa. Shoot for "The Wedding" is said to resume early part of this year when the fantaserye Dyosa ends.

Aside from Dyosa, Zanjoe is also busy with an indie film he's starring on. Plus, the all-male group Coverboys of which he is a part of is also preparing for a series of shows this year.

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Tayong Dalawa Full Trailer

This is the full trailer of Tayong Dalawa which stars Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson and Jake Cuenca. The three aren't new on working together as they also starred in Sana Maulit Muli, the first telenovela of Kim and Gerald.


The television series, which airs January 2009, also stars Alessandra Da Rossi, Gina Pareno, Helen Gamboa, Cherry Pie Picache, Coco Martin, Jiro Manio, Mylene Dizon, Agot Isidro, Spanky Manikan, Irma Adlawan, and Ms. Anita Linda

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