The family of the late King of Philippine movies, Fernando Poe Jr. formally accepted the National Artist medallion and citation today in Malacañang Palace at exactly 10:00 am Philippine time. Present at the event was FPJ’s wife, Susan Roces and their daughter MTRCB chairperson Mary Grace Poe-Llamanzares .

To recall, former president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo made a declaration during her time as President awarding FPJ the posthumous National Artist last may 23, 2006 but the family refused to accept the said citation. As we remember, Arroyo won during the Presidential election by about a million votes over Poe as per the final tally of Commission on elections yet, a lot of people believed and even showed proof that it was Poe who really won.

Fernando Poe’s daughter, Grace once told their reason why their family did not accept and honored the award that was given by the former president Arroyo on 2006. She and her family believed that a commendation should only be given by a noble person. “That’s why coming from a president that is truly noble and has credibility, (referring to Noy Noy Aquino) we are whole heartedly thankful.” Grace said.

It was fortified by President Aquino last July 27, 2012 the Proclamation No. 1069, formally declaring Fernando Poe Jr. as National Artist. “We are happy and thankful that at last, we’ll be accepting the physical medallion for the National Artist.” Grace Poe ended.

After days of being in the center of showbiz blind items and rumors circulating twitter and other social networking sites, Popstar Princess Sarah Geronimo faces another controversy regarding of course, her “lonely” and soap opera-like love life. The 24-year old singer/actress cried in an episode of her Sunday night musical variety show, Sarah G. Live! Last Sunday, July 29 as Sarah celebrated her month long birthday.

Sarah’s parents, Delfin and Devine Geronimo were the special guests on her last birthday episode. While comedy queen, Ai-Ai Delas Alas served as the interviewer in one of the portions of the show where the popstar’s parents made a revelation about the rumors that Gerald Anderson had given up on courting their daughter. “Totoo daw bang ikaw ang nagpatigil kay Gerald sa panliligaw kay Sarah?” Ai-Ai asked mommy Divine injecting humorous punch lines like “Diyos ko, mommy huwag mo ‘kong sasaktan, babae lang ako!” mommy divine answered the question with a revelation, “Kami nga ni Daddy, (her husband) ang nagbigay ng permiso na ligawan siya sa bahay (pertaining to Sarah and Gerald). Kinausap namin talaga siya nang pormal, at sabi ko sa bahay lang pwede ligawan ang anak ko, hindi sa labas o sa text.” Divine continued.

“Sabi ko, kung mapapasensiyahan mo ang patakaran namin, ganito kami, nirerespeto ka namin, pero sana respetuhin mo rin kami kasi babae ang anak ko. Ewan ko lang kung dapat sabihin, pero mukhang…parang hindi nya yata mapagtiyagaan yung ganun…” mommy divine explained. Sarah quikly defended her mom by saying that it’s not her mom who stopped Gerald pursuing her, “Hindi po. Sa totoo lang talaga, hindi po ang mommy koang nagpatigil kay Gerald na manligaw. Wala.” popstar princess said. After the short interview, Sarah together with her parents prepared for a song number but before they started to sing, they gave Sarah their birthday message.

Mommy Devine told Sarah that she’ll stand firm on about her daughter’s love life status. ”magiging firm ako sa stand ko kung anong tama para sa iny. Lagi kong ilalaban ‘yun para maprotektahan ko kayo at di kayo mapahamak. Na mabigyan kayo ng magandang kinabukasan. Maipagmalaki kayo ng kahit sino kahit saan kayo mapunta, kung sino man ang masuwerte para sa’yo, maging masuwerte rin sa’yo dahil pinag-ingatan ka namin.” Divine said while hugging Sarah. The popstar princess answered her mom by saying “Patawad po kahit hindi ako nagging perpektong anak, kayo po ang nakakaalam kung anong makakabuti para sa akin.” Divine quickly answered her “Darating din ‘yan anak, ‘wag kang mag-alala ibibigay din ‘yan ni God” “Alam ko ma,’di naman ako nagmamadali Ma eh, MUNTIK LANG!” Sarah said with a smile but then as she hugged her mom, Sarah Geronimo wasn’t able to hide her feelings as she burst into tears. The family sang “You’ve got a friend” after the emotional moment.

Showbiz insiders reported that Gerald Anderson confronted Sarah Geronimo days ago saying that “I am ready, but I think you’re not. Your mom doesn’t like me.” This made Sarah devastated leaving the popstar crying so badly. It was said that every time Gerald visits Sarah at home, mommy Divine wasn’t showing a warm welcome to the actor making Gerald feel that she didn’t like him for her daughter.

At 24, Sarah Geronimo is already a big name in Philippine showbiz industry. At present, she’s one of the highest paid singer/actress, endorser and business woman owning a Starbucks franchise along Mindanao Ave. outside the gate of their Village in Q.C. just to name one of her investments.

So, what do you think fellas? Do you remember the animated movie TANGLED? Well, it’s up to you how to connect it to Sarah Geronimo’s lovelife 

Christopher Nolans’ “last” Batman movie trilogy offering, “The Dark Knight Rises” opened strongly with a total of $10.4 Million gross Overseas last Thursday according to Hollywoodreporter.com, it was also said that the iconic movie of Christian Bale had collected an unprecedented total of $30 Million in its advanced ticket sales.

It was also reported that Warner Bros. is expecting a gross of $25 Million worldwide on its Thursday midnight runs to beat the $18.7 opening gross of the Marvel movie, “The Avengers” last May this year. (“The Avengers” still holds the title of the top opening movie of all time garnering a total gross of $207 Million on its three-day run) Though the production did not release it in 3D form, the producers are very optimistic upon the outcome of the said legendary superhero movie.

Dark Knight Rises opened in more than 3,700 theaters last Thursday and as of today; it’s being played in more than 4,400 theaters which is the biggest and widest movie release of all time by the WB pictures.
Starring Christian Bale as Bruce Wayne/Batman. A billionaire and socialite fighting criminals to protect Gotham City. This is gonna be his last “Batman” movie ever according to the actor. Anne Hathaway as Selina Kyle a.k.a. Catwoman. Associated with the character “Bane” and is a passionate cat burglar. Tom Hardy as Bane the main villain on the movie. A terrorist leader that aims to destroy Gotham City.

Directed by Christopher Nolan who also directed the past two Batman movies. He was also the man behind the success of the heist movie, “Inception”. Among his recent films to be released is the most awaited Superman installment, “Man of Steel” starring Henry Cavill as Clark Kent/Superman and Amy Adams as Lois Lane.

The Dark Knight Rises was released worldwide last July 16, 2012 and July 20, 2012 in the United States. Distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures based from the popular DC Comic book.

It was Yesterday night around 9:00pm when twitter was flooded with the news that the comedy king Dolphy (Rodolfo Vera Qiuzon Sr. in real life) passed away. Tweets from local celebrities went on and on but no one wants to believe it not until the comedy king’s long time partner, actress/singer Zsa Zsa Padilla confirmed the sad news. Dolphy died at exactly 8:34pm at the Makati Medical Center “due to multiple organ failure secondary to complications brought about by severe pneumonia, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and acute renal failure” according to the statement released by the hospital.

As we’ve written on our previous posts, Dolphy was hospitalized since June 9, 2012 due to pneumonia. Since then, the comedy king stayed on the ICU to monitor his sensitive condition. Dolphy was with Zsa Zsa and some of his children when the comedian died. Upon Dolphy’s passing, the family’s spokes person, his son actor/ director Eric Quizon was at work in Bataan province directing his fantaserye for TV5. Eric immediately left the set and went straight to the hospital when he got the sad news.

Dolphy was about to celebrate his 84th birthday this coming July 25 but unfortunately, his health condition gotten worst. Dolphy’s remains were first laid to the Heritage Park in Taguig so that his family and close friends would have their private moment of praying. As of now, it was transferred to the ABS-CBN compound at the Dolphy Theater that will be open for public viewing. The comedy king was wearing his favorite white tux with his red handkerchief and white pants with his favorite white leather shoes according to his grandchild.

Dolphy has made 210 movies and appeared in 16 television sitcoms and series all in different channels. He had a total of 17 children and 1 adapted daughter to 6 different women but wasn’t married at all.

The king of comedy will live forever in our hearts. Thank you for the laughter Mang Dolphy! You will be missed by the whole country..

Rodolfo “Dolphy” Vera Quizon Sr. July 25, 1928 – July 10, 2012

Series of blind items and intrigues circulated the web and tabloids days ago about the “newly annulled” Philippine Senator and a father of twins, Chiz Escudero and kapuso hottie Heart Evagelista who just broke up with her Brazilian-Japanese model/actor boyfriend Daniel Matsunaga months ago reportedly “exclusively dating” in public.

Last Monday, July 02, 2012 the senator made a guest appearance on the show, Kris TV confirming his annulment of marriage to his estranged wife, Christine (they were married for 7 years..Yes, lucky 7 indeed!) The couple had twins named Cecilia and Joaquin which were now in the custody of Senator Chiz. As the rumor says, they’ve been living separately since 2010 when Christine decided to leave their conjugal home. According to scoopers, Christine had also been dating one of the original members of the dancing group, Maneuvers, Jason Zamora the brother of actor/dancer Joshua Zamora. “Chiz and I are friends” says Christine to an interview made by veteran columnist, Ricky Lo. “We have to be friends for the sake of our children.” She added. Christine left the twins to Chiz believing that he is more financially capable of Taking care of the kids which are 4 years old now.

Turning the page to the kapuso actress, Heart Evagelista who called it “quits” to her now ex-boyfriend, Daniel Matsunaga never said a thing about the rumors linking her to Senator Chiz Escudero. Others say that they’ve been introduced by Chiz’ colleague, Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago who happened to be Heart’s new found friend. Before Chiz and Heart has been linked with each other, there were other men that’s been involved with the vixen such as her co-star, Sid Lucero and even the Philippine President, Noy Noy Aquino. (Wow, you go girl!!!). But just recently, Chiz and Heart has been spotted having a “dinner chat” somewhere. The photos were now circulating the twitter and facebook world.

“We’re good friends. He’s brilliant. I enjoy talking to him.” Says Heart. The actress admitted seeing the Senator but didn’t confirm their status if they’re dating or not. Even Chiz was so elusive about the issue when he was asked by Kris Aquino during his tv guesting, “We saw each other twice. Would you call that a date?” Chiz teased Kris. The Senator also defended the so-called “date” referring it as a “meeting” preferably instead.

Since election has been closely approaching, would this be a smart move for Chiz Escudero after announcing that he’s running again Independent for a Senate position? Does Heart Evagelista finally found her true prince? Do you agree with their (possibly) blossoming romance?

My answer is…..”Whateverrrr!!! “

After winning last year’s poll on FHM Philippine’s 100 sexiest women in the world, model turned actress, Sam Pinto reclaims the no.1 spot of the said men’s magazine lambasting sexy Filipina actresses like Angel Locsin, Marian Rivera and Solenn Heusaff to name some.

Garnering a total of 1,249,189 million votes nationwide, Sam Pinto who’s popularly known for her hippy character, “Neneng B” on GMA 7’s Bubble Gang Boy Pick-up. It was a very close fight between fellow actress, Angel Locsin who placed 2nd on the list collecting a total of 1,131,505 million votes nationwide.

FHM will formally announce the official ranking on July 01, 2012 particularly on their website http://www.fhm.com.ph/index.php meanwhile; Sam Pinto will flaunt her body on the ramp of the customary sexiest party on July 12 so stay tune folks!

Here’s the complete list of this year’s FHM Philippine’s 100 Sexiest Woman in the World. Find out if your favorite vixen made it to the top 10!
1. Sam Pinto
2. Angel Locsin
3. Solenn Heusaff
4. Cristine Reyes
5. Marian Rivera
6. Ellen Adarna
7. Jackie Rice
8. Bela Padilla
9. Jennylyn Mercado
10. Lovi Poe

Philippine Comedy King Dolphy Quizon is still in the Intensive Care Unit of Makati Medical Center due to his chronic obstructive pulmonary disease or COPD but in a more stable condition according to his son, actor/director Eric Quizon.

“We were in tears out of joy. We saw a glimmer of hope. This is due to the dialysis he is currently undergoing,” says Eric. The comedy king was rushed to the said hospital four days ago and it was the first time he miraculously opened his eyes and tried to look around him. Eric, being the spokesperson of the family Quizon also said that nothing is impossible with prayers. People from inside or outside showbiz and even in the social media world, sent their prayers to Dolphy due to his critical and sensitive condition after the newsflash of his illness. #PrayforDolphy even trended on twitter within the Philippines yesterday as everyone was hoping for the comedy king’s fast recovery.

Dolphy’s vital signs improved and even his blood pressure turns normal now according to his son Eric. Some of the comedy king’s children who lived in the US are about to come home to visit their ailing dad. Eric also said that all of Dolphy’s children are taking turns for looking and staying beside their father in the hospital. “We have our own shifting schedules like for every two hours, if someone is sleepy or hungry, we try to change shifts.” Eric said.

Dolphy’s started to undergo the dialysis at 2:40 p.m. yesterday, Thursday “This will help my father by removing excess bodily fluids in his kidneys. He also had a blood transfusion. We believe there’s a miracle going on because of the prayers of his fans. So please continue to pray for my dad’s recovery.” Eric humbly said.
The comdy king will continue to undergo the dialysis for as long as his body can handle the treatment. According to his doctors, there was also a hemorrhage in the king’s body but they cannot determine yet where it is.

Born as Rodolfo “Dolphy” Quizon on July 25, 1928 in Tondo, Manila to a ship mechanic Melancio Espinoza Quizon and a home based tailor, Salud Vera Quizon. From selling peanuts, watermelon seeds and jicama snacks when he was young, to a chorus dancer in theaters then later doing extras in movies and radio gigs to a well known comedy actor that made him the Philippine Comedy King. Dolphy has a total of 17 children from 6 women he dated and married.

Pound for Pound king Manny Pacquiao lost to underdog Timothy Bradley last June 10, Saturday night in MGM Grand Las Vegas, Nevada. Bradley won in a split decision via score cards from the judges CJ Ross, Jerry Roth and Duane Ford.

The shocking and controversial bout that shake the whole world with unbelievable tally of scores and decision by which Manny Pacquiao was obviously dominating the whole rounds of fight led people around the globe express their angst and disgust after proclaiming Bradley as the new WBO welterweight champion. The whole MGM arena was filled with “Boo’s” pertaining to Timothy Bradley who couldn’t also believed that he won the fight. “I tried hard, but I couldn’t beat the guy” as Bradley told Bob Arum. Bradley also said that he has to watch the whole fight when he gets home to be sure he really clearly won. (yayks, seriously?)

Hollywood celebrities expressed their rants on social media like twitter. “@jtimberlake I’m gonna let it go… After I say this… Boxing was RUINED tonight for me.” Says the singer/actor on his personal twitter account. Other Celebrites and popular personalities couldn’t agree more with what they had saw that night. Miley Cyrus, Rapper Snoop Dogg, American Idol runner-up Jessica Sanchez (who sang Star Spangled Banner earlier on the fight) twitted “@JSanchezAI11: Congrats to the new winner but I’m still really upset about the results.” Other celebrites like, Olivia Munn, Eliza Dushku, singer Chris Daughtry, Klhoe Kardashian, Jessica Biel, Nick Carter, who even wanted to make a protest!, Nick Lachey, tv host Mario Lopez, Singer Bruno Mars who even twitted “Pac man 4 Life” and Popular Brazilian lyricist and Novelist , Paulo Coelho twitted “Defeat never comes to any fighter until he loses his enthusiasm. Pacquiao, you are a winner.” To only name a few.

Manny Pacquiao believed he won the fight but said “I did my best, but my best wasn’t good enough” (sounds familiar though! J) well, for many sports enthusiast around the world. This could have been the worst decision in the Boxing history ever.
A rematch has been set on November 10, 2012 as Bob Arum, Top Rank promoter said “I’ll make a lot of money off the rematch, but this was outrageous,”.

After his controversial relationship with KC Concepcion, heartthrob bachelor Piolo Pascual is now being linked to his co-star in his teleserye, fellow kapamilya actress, Cristine Reyes.  The rumor circulated after the actress was also rumored breaking up with her boyfriend, Rayver Cruz who happened to be Piolo’s friend too.

“I’ve always been a friend” says Piolo when asked if the rumors are true that he’s eyeing on Crisitne as his new lady love. According to some showbiz insiders, there’s so much something about the closeness of the two whenever they’re on set taping their teleserye. But Piolo vehemently denies all the allegations about him and Cristine Reyes. He even revealed that Rayver and him were already been friends even before Cristine transferred to the kapamilya network.

“Mag-Kapamilya, magkapatid kami sa Star Magic, so hindi mo puwedeng bigyan ng kulay yun.” Piolo explained. The actor also told the press that he isn’t ready yet for any relationships after his heartbreak. Piolo Pascual is set to do a movie with Queen of media, Kris Aquino entitled, “Undo” to be directed by Chito Roño following his successful romantic comedy movie with Angelica Panganiban shown last May 16, 2012.

After receiving 132 million votes, the result was revealed and it was the “white guy with a guitar” (as the twitter trend says) again dominated this year’s American Idol. The 21 year old Phillip Phillips from Leesburg, Georgia is the 5^th guy to win the competition alongside David Cook from season 7, Kris Allen season 8, Lee DeWyze season 9 and Scotty McCreery season 10. Filipino-Mexican Jessica Sanchez from Chula Vista, San Diego California placed Phillip’s runner-up.

American Idol Finale was held at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California and was attended by 7,000 Idol fans and celebrities. Phillip Phillips, who was a pawnshop employee performed with legendary musician John Fogerty jamming the songs “have you ever seen the rain” and “Bad moon rising”. On the other hand, the 16 year old Diva in the making Jessica Sanchez performed with Grammy winner diva, Jennifer Holiday with her signature song which Jessica sang during the competition, “And I Am Telling you, I’m not going” that made all the audience including the judges stand on their feet with wondrous applause.

“Honestly, man, I didn’t even think I would make it to see the judges, I have no shame in saying that I’m not a great singer. I just love having fun up onstage jamming with the guys, and playing good music, man. I like getting the crowd into it. Music’s fun, dude…I have no idea how stuff like this happens. I just love playing music, and I’m just a lucky guy.” Phillips humbly said on one of his press interviews.
Congratulations to both Phillip Phillips and Jessica Sanchez!