Taking the lead from operetta’s Victorian heyday and embracing the legacy of WS Gilbert and Arthur Sullivan, this production draws on the exoticism of medieval Japan and catapults it into the land-that-never-was: the nineteenth century steam-driven space-age. FAMS Theatre Company, the grand dame of the Northern Beaches community theatre scene is back in its 41st […]
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And the New American Idol is…not Jessica Sanchez!
After four months and a record-setting 132 million votes, it’s official: Phillip Phillips is the 11th American Idol. It’s hardly the most surprising finale result in “Idol” history — since many pundits had him pegged as the winner the moment he entered the audition room — but it’s not one without controversy. Millions of Filipinos […]
Anne Curtis to Hollywood
Entertainment columnist Ogie Diaz announced that popular actress and TV host Anne Curtis left noontime program “It’s Showtime” to pursue a career in Hollywood.
Celebrity of the Month
Our celebrity of the month is Marian Rivera who was born on August 12, 1984 in Madrid, Spain. She was only 2 years old when her Spanish father Francisco Alonso and mother Amalia Rivera separated.
Aprille Lim plays lead role in Sailor Moon film
Due for international release, The Dead Moon Circus movie will be premiered in Sydney toward the end of April and shown up to early May 2012. Playing the starring role of Serena who later transforms into Sailor Moon is our very own Aprille Lim, a young and pretty lawyer who holds a number of beauty […]
Jessica Sanchez, American Idol hopeful
Another Filipina is gunning for the “American Idol” title. Jessica Sanchez’s powerful vocals had FilAms and the judges gushing and raving about the resurrection of Whitney Houston. When the 16-year-old finalist performed the Houston masterpiece, “I Will Always Love You,” the judges were so moved they gave the Filipino-Mexican teen a standing ovation. Judge Tyler […]
Fil-Aussie to play at Annandale Hotel
Bryan Estepa, a Sydney based singer-songwriter and musician is scheduled to perform at The Annandale Hotel on March 17. He was born in Manila but grew up in Australia. His family migrated to Australia way back in 1987.
President Benigno Aquino III dates Korean Grace Lee
MANILA, Philippines — Philippine-Korean relations have suddenly gotten warmer. The Philippine president Benigno Aquino III, told reporters that yes, he is dating again. This time it’s a South Korean woman who grew up in Manila and works there as a TV show host and radio disc jockey.
Maria Ozawa wants Filipinos in her next movie
MANILA, Philippines – Japanese porn star Maria Ozawa reportedly wants Filipinos as her screen partners in her next movie. A post in her official Facebook page said an audition will be held for Filipino men this month.
Lass from flood-ravaged Cagayan de Oro tops reality singing contest
MANILA, Philippines —Just days after deadly flash floods hit Cagayan de Oro, the capital city of Misamis Oriental finds a small reason to celebrate. Hometown girl and aspiring singer Krizza Neri, who hails from Tablon district, topped the GMA 7 reality talent search “Protégé”— besting finalists Lovely Embuscado from Davao and Lirah Bermudez from Iloilo […]
Ramon Revilla Sr. has 72 kids
MANILA, Philippines. Former actor and senator Ramon Revilla Sr. fathered 72 children to 16 different women, the spokesman of one of his sons said. Thirty-eight of his children are officially acknowledged and carry his surname, according to Portia Ilagan, spokesperson of Senator Ramon “Bong” Revilla Jr.
Anne Curtis hopes to tie the knot in 4 years
MANILA, Philippines – Though she is at the peak of her career today, actress Anne Curtis said she also sees herself settling down in the future with the man she loves. In an interview on “KrisTV,” Curtis said she looks forward to getting married in 4 or 5 years.