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Kristofer Purnell
Kristofer Purnell

Kristofer is a content producer for Philstar.com's Lifestyle and Entertainment section. As of May 2023, Kristofer is also the sub-section editor for Movies and for Events under Entertainment. He previously served as a social media producer for two years at Philstar.com before shifting to Lifestyle and Entertainment.

A graduate of AB Communication from the Ateneo de Manila University in 2018 — with tracks focusing on journalism and film studies — Kristofer was also a Best Thesis nominee with his study that focused on masculinity and heteronormativity in Philippine films.

Kristofer previously worked at Manila Bulletin in the Digital Lifestyle and Lifestyle sections, writing articles and covering events related to Arts & Culture and Youth.

You can follow his blog (mrsummerpurns.wordpress.com) for film reviews and film-related articles, among others, and his Letterboxd account (letterboxd.com/mrsummerpurns).

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Vanessa Hudgens, Cole Tucker wed in Mexican jungle
by Kristofer Purnell - December 8, 2023 - 5:24pm
Filipino-American actress Vanessa Hudgens and professional baseball player Cole Tucker have tied the knot after three years together.
Kitchie Nadal, husband welcome 2nd child
by Kristofer Purnell - December 8, 2023 - 4:33pm
Singer Kitchie Nadal and her Spanish non-showbiz husband Carlos López have welcomed their second child.
Leni Robredo campaign docu, Dolly de Leon films to premiere at Sundance 2024
by Kristofer Purnell - December 8, 2023 - 4:20pm
Two movies starring Dolly de Leon and a documentary about the 2022 presidential campaign of former vice president Leni Robredo are going to premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival in January.
Red Velvet's Seulgi, Irene, Wendy join BGC New Year’s Eve concert
by Kristofer Purnell - December 8, 2023 - 2:55pm
K-pop girl group Red Velvet members Irene, Wendy and Seulgi have been announced as the surprise performers at the New Year’s Eve Countdown event in Bonifacio Global City.
'The Voice Philippines' alum Kokoi Baldo passes away at 44
by Kristofer Purnell - December 8, 2023 - 1:51pm
Singer and contestant of "The Voice of the Philippines" Season 2 Juan Manuel Ubaldo — popularly known as Kokoi Baldo — passed away in the early hours of December 8, 2023. He was 44 years o...
TAPE to still use 'Eat Bulaga' for noontime show
by Kristofer Purnell - December 7, 2023 - 5:31pm
Television and Production Exponents Inc. will continue using the "Eat Bulaga" name as the company appeals the decision of the Intellectual Property Office canceling its trademark registration.
Olivia Rodrigo teases possible Philippine concert
by Kristofer Purnell - December 7, 2023 - 5:09pm
Filipino-American singer Olivia Rodrigo may have just hinted her dream concert in the Philippines is happening sooner than later.
BTS' V, Blackpink's Jennie split as military enlistment nears — reports
by Kristofer Purnell - December 7, 2023 - 4:10pm
Korean artists Taehyung or V from BTS and Jennie from Blackpink have reportedly broken up.
Online wine seller reveals 2023's most popular wines for Filipinos
by Kristofer Purnell - December 7, 2023 - 3:47pm
A total of 66 wines were recognized across seven categories, with a set of criteria that included price range (value and premium) and wine type (reds, white, sparkling, rosé).
Pepe Herrera, Felicity Kyle Napuli, Noel Comia lead Parokya ni Edgar musical cast
by Kristofer Purnell - December 7, 2023 - 12:50pm
The cast of "Buruguduystunstugudunstuy: Ang Parokya ni Edgar Musical," based on the songs by the iconic Filipino rock band, has been revealed.
Taylor Swift makes history as Time's latest Person of the Year
by Kristofer Purnell - December 7, 2023 - 12:09pm
Award-winning singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has been named by Time Magazine as its Person of the Year for 2023, the first entertainer to receive the honor.
'It's so 2019': Bea Alonzo calls out cheaters to stop
by Kristofer Purnell - December 6, 2023 - 6:40pm
Actress Bea Alonzo had a direct message for individuals cheating on their partners, and appeared to make a subtle dig at an ex.
'Walang iiyak': TVJ 'vindicated' by IPO's decision of 'Eat Bulaga' origins
by Kristofer Purnell - December 6, 2023 - 6:25pm
The hosting trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon welcomed the decision of the Intellectual Property Office which found the hosts the originators of the "Eat Bulaga" name.
KathNiel searches dominate Google Philippines following breakup
by Kristofer Purnell - December 6, 2023 - 6:13pm
Google Trends recorded the highest interest in actors Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla right after the celebrity couple officially called it quits after 11 years.
'TVJ is 'Eat Bulaga,' 'Eat Bulaga' is TVJ': Hosts react to IPO decision
by Kristofer Purnell - December 6, 2023 - 3:58pm
Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon are relieved with the Intellectual Property Office's decision, finding them the originators of the "Eat Bulaga" name.
TVJ can use 'Eat Bulaga' name, TAPE must respect IPO decision — lawyer
by Kristofer Purnell - December 6, 2023 - 2:33pm
The hosting trio of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon — collectively known as TVJ — can use the name "Eat Bulaga" for their noontime show.
'My heart is happy': Ivana Alawi admits 'seeing someone'
by Kristofer Purnell - December 5, 2023 - 5:26pm
Content creator-turned-actress Ivana Alawi revealed she is currently seeing someone and is happy about their current status.
BTS label gives updates on remaining members' military enlistment process
by Kristofer Purnell - December 5, 2023 - 4:08pm
Big Hit Music, the record label of BTS, has released more information about the military enlistment process of its remaining members.
Kathryn Bernardo shares new hair color after Daniel Padilla breakup
by Kristofer Purnell - December 5, 2023 - 2:20pm
Actress Kathryn Bernardo has surprised everyone by debuting a new hair color on her Instagram account.
Usher dances 'Yeah!' with BTS' Jungkook in new collab
by Kristofer Purnell - December 5, 2023 - 1:07pm
R&B singer Usher has collaborated once more with BTS member Jungkook, this time for one of the former's past works.
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