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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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Miss Universe Philippines releases statement condemning cyberbullying of delegates
by Kristofer Purnell - March 27, 2024 - 5:53pm
The Miss Universe Philippines organization released a statement condemning the act of cyberbullying in all its forms.
NewJeans prepares for comeback with Japanese debut, teases world tour
by Kristofer Purnell - March 27, 2024 - 5:30pm
K-pop girl group NewJeans is gearing up for a number of comeback projects this year, including a Japanese debut eyed to kick off a world tour.
Toyo Eatery earns 'Best Restaurant in the Philippines' title for 5th time
by Kristofer Purnell - March 27, 2024 - 3:47pm
Toyo Eatery landed once more on the 12th "Asia's 50 Best Restaurants" list by London-based awards body 50 Best, earning the title of "The Best Restaurant in [the] Philippines" for a fifth time.
2 ex-James Bond actors approve of Aaron Taylor-Johnson as next 007
by Kristofer Purnell - March 27, 2024 - 3:18pm
Former James Bond actors George Lazenby and Pierce Brosnan have stated their approval for Aaron Taylor-Johnson should the latter be the next individual to carry the Agent 007 mantle.
Will Smith, Vanessa Hudgens back in 'Bad Boys 4,' trailer drops
by Kristofer Purnell - March 27, 2024 - 1:06pm
Will Smith and Martin Lawrence are back for another round as Mike Lowrey and Marcus Burnett following the dropped trailer for a fourth "Bad Boys" movie, officially titled "Bad Boys: Ride or Die."
'What's Wrong With Secretary Kim' star Park Min Young making first-ever Manila visit in May
by Kristofer Purnell - March 27, 2024 - 11:45am
The Korean star of "What's Wrong With Secretary Kim" and "When The Weather Is Fine" Park Min Young will be having her first-ever fan meeting in the Philippines this May.
Major Dingdong Dantes finishes Naval Combat Engineering Officer basic course
by Kristofer Purnell - March 26, 2024 - 4:45pm
Actor Dingdong Dantes is now a Naval Combat Engineering Officer of the Philippine Navy after receiving a certificate for finishing a basic course.
Twice's Jihyo, Olympian Yun Sung Bin reportedly dating
by Kristofer Purnell - March 26, 2024 - 4:18pm
Jihyo of Korean girl group Twice and Olympic gold medalist for men's skeleton Yun Sung Bin are dating, according to several media outlets in South Korea.
'Gundam' series, 'Ultraman' film coming this year
by Kristofer Purnell - March 26, 2024 - 3:47pm
Streaming platform Netflix had fans excited after teasing what anime content it has in store for 2024, including a new "Mobile Suit Gundam" series and an "Ultraman" movie.
Exo's D.O. returning to Manila for 'Bloom' Asia tour
by Kristofer Purnell - March 26, 2024 - 3:36pm
Doh Kyungsoo or D.O. of the Korean boyband EXO is coming back to Manila as part of his upcoming "Bloom" Asia fan concert tour.
Pia Wurtzbach's wax figure moves to Singapore temporarily
by Kristofer Purnell - March 26, 2024 - 3:32pm
The wax figure of Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach by Madame Tussauds is on display at the museum's Singapore branch until the first of September.
Kathryn Bernardo marks 28th birthday as Lancome's first Filipino ambassador
by Kristofer Purnell - March 26, 2024 - 3:27pm
Actress Kathryn Bernardo celebrated her 28th birthday by confirming she is the first-ever Philippine ambassador of French cosmetics company Lancome.
LIST: Concerts, events this April 2024
by Kristofer Purnell - March 23, 2024 - 5:00pm
April brings on the summer heat and excitement, with no shortage of enjoyable shows and concerts to attend throughout the country.
Next Attraction: Movies, series showing this April 2024
by Kristofer Purnell - March 23, 2024 - 2:45pm
It's not just the summer sun blazing across the country, brand-new movies and series are headed to the Philippines this April.
Cillian Murphy 'definitely' returning for 'Peaky Blinders' film, says creator
by Kristofer Purnell - March 23, 2024 - 1:16pm
"Peaky Blinders" creator Steven Knight is confident that newly-minted Best Actor Oscar winner Cillian Murphy will reprise his role of Thomas Shelby in the planned movie to wrap up the series.
Millie Bobby Brown's 'Stranger Things' co-star Matthew Modine to officiate her wedding
by Kristofer Purnell - March 23, 2024 - 1:05pm
Actor Matthew Modine will preside over the wedding of his "Stranger Things" co-star Millie Bobby Brown and her fiance Jake Bongiovi, son of rock star Jon Bon Jovi.
Marina Summers enters 'RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs the World 2' finals
by Kristofer Purnell - March 23, 2024 - 12:18pm
Filipino drag queen Marina Summers made it to the finals of the second season of "RuPaul's Drag Race: UK vs. the World" and is eyed as a frontrunner for the crown.
Shot puno! Lambanog second on 'top global spirits' list
by Kristofer Purnell - March 23, 2024 - 10:49am
Local coconut-based alcoholic beverage lambanog is the second-best spirit in the world, according to a list released by online food database TasteAtlas.
Franki Russell appointed Miss Universe New Zealand 2024, country's first in 5 years
by Kristofer Purnell - March 22, 2024 - 5:02pm
Filipino-Kiwi actress and model Franki Russell has been appointed as Miss Universe New Zealand 2024, making her the country's first representative to the annual pageant since 2019.
Explainer: What is Pertussis or Whooping Cough?
by Kristofer Purnell - March 22, 2024 - 3:22pm
Pertussis, also known as Whooping Cough, is a very contagious respiratory infection caused by the Bordetella Pertussis Bacterium that can be treated with antibiotics.
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