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Second generation artists take centerstagea

by Leah C. Salterio - May 28, 2026 - 12:00am

InnerVoices band founder and keyboardist Rey Bergado did not intend to pass on his musical background to his sons — 23-year-old Migo and 20-year-old Ronan — who are now both musicians.

New ‘American Idol’ winner turns motherhood journey into music

by Leah C. Salterio - May 15, 2026 - 12:00am

“American Idol” Season 24 winner Hannah Harper highlighted mental health throughout her journey in the competition, as she gained widespread attention for her transparency regarding postpartum depre...

After 20 years, Nina proves she can still ignite the stage

by Leah C. Salterio - May 11, 2026 - 12:00am

Amazing is how Asia’s Diamond Soul Siren Nina has enviably managed to stay for two decades in the music business, doing sold-out concerts here and abroad, performing on TV and having hordes of fans through...

Tenor Arman Ferrer joins ‘Master Class’

by Leah C. Salterio - April 27, 2026 - 12:00am

Powerful tenor and theater actor Arman Ferrer cannot be thankful enough that he gets the chance to work with singer-actress-director Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo and veteran theater director Jaime del Mundo in a stage...

Robert Pattinson and Zendaya paired for the first time in dark rom-com

by Leah C. Salterio - April 12, 2026 - 12:00am

“The Drama” may be a common and cryptic title for a play, a book, a series or a film.

Showbiz, media figures gather for UP CMC’s 60th anniversary celebration

by Leah C. Salterio - March 6, 2026 - 12:00am

After the name was officially changed in January 2025, the University of the Philippines College of Media and Communication marked its glorious 60th anniversary last Feb. 28, attended by many prominent graduates...

Pilar Pilapil makes big-screen comeback after nearly a decade

by Leah C. Salterio - January 24, 2026 - 12:00am

After nearly six decades in the showbiz industry, veteran actress Pilar Pilapil still undoubtedly carries her beauty queen looks from the time she was crowned Miss Philippines in 1967.

Veteran actors lead the cast of timely film about mental health

by Leah C. Salterio - January 18, 2026 - 12:00am

Veteran performers Monching Gutierrez and Pinky Amador lead the cast of Gummy Entertainment’s “Breaking the Silence,” with director Errol Ropero at the helm. The film is an intimate and serious...

Newcomer Isha Ponti pens original songs

by Leah C. Salterio - December 13, 2025 - 12:00am

She started singing when she was only seven, but amazingly, writing songs also became her wont by the time she was nine. Today, 19-year-old singer-songwriter Elisha Pontanares, Isha Ponti for short, has penned nearly...

Rico Hizon bags third trophy from the Asian Television Awards in Jakarta

by Leah C. Salterio - December 12, 2025 - 12:00am

Even after more than three decades as a broadcast journalist, Rico Hizon does not get tired of constantly honing his craft and proudly winning accolades for his professional ventures, especially as a TV host.

Bela Padilla gives an easy nod to MMFF entry ‘Rekonek’

by Leah C. Salterio - December 10, 2025 - 12:00am

Actress-screenwriter Bela Padilla admitted she has known about good friend Kim Chiu’s plan to file a case against her sister Lakam even before Kim recently filed the qualified theft case in court. Bela even...

Sharon Cuneta doesn’t disappoint Raymond Lauchengco

by Leah C. Salterio - November 30, 2025 - 12:00am

A sold-out concert is undoubtedly enough of a boost for the artist to give his all in performing onstage to please his audience.

Franco Laurel shares the stage with his three daughters

by Leah C. Salterio - November 25, 2025 - 12:00am

Singer-actor Franco Laurel cannot be any happier that he is sharing the stage for the first time with his three daughters — Mariella, Sophia and Lucia — in 9 Works Theatrical’s forthcoming offering,...

Bea Alonzo now freely shuttles between Madrid and Manila

by Leah C. Salterio - November 18, 2025 - 12:00am

After investing in a property in Madrid, Spain back in 2022, Bea Alonzo can now easily shuttle between Madrid and Manila. In 2023, she brought her family to Spain and Andorra, where they spent a white Christmas for...

Home entertainment gets upgraded

by Leah C. Salterio - November 14, 2025 - 12:00am

An entertainment-studded launch was what the media and special guests recently witnessed when a telco giant marked an “exciting milestone.”

At MQuest, Mr. M begins new chapter of star-making

by Leah C. Salterio - November 8, 2025 - 12:00am

Seeing stars like Piolo Pascual, Claudine Barretto and Jericho Rosales today makes noted director and star-maker, Johnny “Mr. M” Manahan, feel proud of the talents whom he helped shape and develop early...

Chad Borja makes Medellin in Cebu beneficiary of comeback show

by Leah C. Salterio - November 3, 2025 - 12:00am

The September 30 earthquake, which had Bogo, Cebu as the epicenter, killed a number of people, destroyed hundreds of houses and devastated thousands of individuals.

‘As We Are’ deserves an encore

by Leah C. Salterio - October 28, 2025 - 12:00am

Bringing together Shiela Valderrama and Arman Ferrer to perform together onstage is not a tall order. Since they teamed up for the first time in 2017, they were often seen in concerts, musicals and even corporate...

Coco Martin partners with Erik Matti and Dondon Monteverde for two major projects

by Leah C. Salterio - October 17, 2025 - 12:00am

The creative collaboration of film producer Dondon Monteverde, director Erik Matti and actor-director Coco Martin could have happened sooner or perhaps even later.

Gabay Guro artists thank teachers for nurturing their singing talents

by Leah C. Salterio - October 15, 2025 - 12:00am

Artists who have made their respective names for themselves admitted they will not be where they are today if not for the successful guidance that they received from their teachers early on in their lives.

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