Body Talk with Andi Manzano
She’s a Perfect 9 which is how she has been “judged” by fellow deejays Mojo Jojo and Mo Twister who are with her in Magic 89.9 FM, home of Mo’s controversial program Good Times with Mo Twister (Mondays thru Thursdays, starting at 6:30 a.m.) the Wednesday feature of which, called 40 Forbidden Questions, has been turning showbiz upside-down, topsy-turvy, because of the disturbing answers by star-guests on the hot seat.
Once, Andi “disappeared” from the show for four months because she was peeved by Mo’s “green” jokes on her, but she realized that it was all part and parcel of the trade, so...yes, just go with the flow!
Andi 9 is actually Andrea Manzano (her father is a second cousin of Edu Manzano, “But he doesn’t know me,” she hastens to add, “because the Manzanos are such a huge family; but I know his son Luis who is a VJ on MYX”), one of the three winners (the others were Kat Alano formerly of Wowowee and Jonathan “Sib” Sibulo) of the recent (2007) MTV VJ Hunt. In radio for barely a year, Andi is a third-fourth-year irregular Communication Arts student at
“I actually didn’t like radio initially but I’ve learned to love it because it’s just like hanging out with friends,” says Andi who is one of the hosts of MTV and also a new courtside sportscaster at the ongoing UAAP. She’s managed by Tommy Tanchanco, like Barbie Almalbis.
An Arian (March 29), Andi stands 5’3”, weighs 105 lbs., measures 32-25-34, and wears medium-sized T-shirts (“I want them loose”) and size-8 shoes.
Funfare caught Andi working out at Gold’s Gym in Robinsons Galleria, one of the three outlets in Metro Manila of the workout place with 650 outlets around the world (members can avail of Gold’s Gym services in any of them). That afternoon, I saw Aubrey Miles and Mike Tan also sweating it out, two of the many stars who owe their bodies beautiful to Gold’s Gym. (Reminder from Tony Reyes, manager of Gold’s Gym Robinsons Galleria, to Gold’s Gym members: Celebrate Bodies, Booze, Bands ala Bora at Gold’s Gym Alabang tomorrow, July 14. Kick-off time is
How was the MTV VJ Hunt?
“I hate competition so I just looked at it as fun; that I was there only for the experience. We contestants were made to do an interview, walk the (fashion) runway, a ‘survivor’ test and a 30-second introduction of ourselves during the finals.”
How do VJs take care of their voice?
“Funny but I never thought about it. My mind is focused on my sleeping schedule. I go to bed at around
How much sleep do you usually get per night?
“If possible, five hours. I make up for lack of sleep by taking catnaps in the car. But not in class. I go to school twice a week,
What’s your favorite sleep wear?
“An old, loose shirt. I am a pillow person. I sleep with seven pillows. And I can’t sleep without a blanket. Even when it’s warm, I wrap myself in a blanket. I don’t turn the air-con on full-blast. I’m lamigin, you know.”
What’s the last thing that you do before you go to sleep?
“Brush my teeth and force myself to drink water.”
And the first thing that you do when you wake up?
“I pray.”
What kind of diet do you follow?
“I’m a big meat eater! I started eating vegetables only last year. I used to hate vegetables, except kangkong, until I realized that vegetables are good for one’s health.”
What food do you love and what do you avoid?
“I stay away from fatty and oily food. I love chicken, skin included. I love crispy pata. I love potato. Fruits? I love mango and strawberry.”
How much liquid do you take per day?
“I’m not much of a water drinker. I don’t like water, but I’m forcing myself to drink as much as I can. They say it’s good for the skin. But I take lots of iced tea.”
How do you take care of your skin?
“My Mom has a soap-making business and I use the soap she’s producing. It’s called Bath Origin. She makes all kinds of soaps. I don’t use moisturizer because it enters my pores. I simply wash my face.”
What vitamins do you take?
“Vitamin C.”
Are you a snack person?
“Yes. My family snacks on junk food, especially when we are watching TV.”
How long have you been working out in Gold’s Gym?
“Half a year. I do it thrice a week — spinning, boxing, stationary bike, treadmill, weights...the works. I also swim. I used to compete in swimming.”
What other sport do you like?
“Martial arts.”
What part of your body do you think needs improvement?
“My legs.”
And what part is most vulnerable?
“My legs. I get cramps when I’m stressed out.”
What part of a guy’s body do you look at first?
“It’s not just a part but his overall appearance; how he carries himself.”
What’s your outlook in life?
“I’m a positive person. I like helping people. It’s part of me. Oftentimes, I do things not so much for myself as for my family, for other people.”
How do you cope with stress?
“I enjoy silence. When I’m on radio, everything is noisy. Being alone, in a very silent place, is absolutely relaxing.”
Favorite hideaway?
“The beach. My favorite is Montemar in
Favorite city?
“I’ve never been out of the country. But if ever, I want to go to
How’s your nightlife?
“I’m not a partygoer; I don’t like socializing.”
Love life?
“None!”
Are you vain like most people in your field?
“Actually, I’m more conscious of what I wear than how I look. But people have been telling me, ‘You have to be conscious of how you look because people watch you, etc.’ I guess I should start working on it.”
Name three women you think have nice bodies.
“Jessica Alba. Vina Morales. Jackie Lou Blanco.”
And three men...
“Brad Pitt (in
Using only body language, how would you make a guy know that you admire/like him?
“I smile at him and look at him in a different way.”
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