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Half-Filipino, half-American from Texas is new Miss Universe

R’Bonney Gabriel, a fashion designer and the daughter of a Filipino-American father and an American mother, won over 83 other women from all over the universe. Luck, however, eluded the Philippines’ Celeste Cortesi, whose failure to make it to the finals marked the end of the country’s 12-year placement streak…

Celeste Cortesi’s secret weapon: “Know thyself!”

How many times have certain people told you or made you feel “no, you can’t” or “no, you can’t do it” because you’re not good enough? Too many to mention? Well, cheer up! Celeste knows where you’re coming from because she’s been there before. That's why her authenticity and “transformational”…

Dolly de Leon loses to Angela Bassett at Golden Globes

Despite bowing out to a Hollywood insider, the Philippines’ pride, who made waves for her performance in Triangle of Sadness, still makes history for being the first Filipino actor, male or female, to be nominated in a major Hollywood-based award-giving body. By Alex Y. Vergara The hopes of an entire…

Son Ye-jin shares first pic of baby with Hyun Bin

Superstar couple Hyun Bin and Son Ye-jin's son finally made his social media debut today, as mom Ye-jin posted an image of his feet on Instagram, alongside a sentimental caption. The Crash Landing on You love-team-turned-real-life couple welcomed their first baby last month. On your feet! Meet Hyun Bin and…

Cameleon Association stages “breakthrough” circus show to inspire hope

Running tomorrow and Saturday, Breakthrough: Unfolding Stories of Hope and Transformation, a two-day circus show at Ayala Triangle Gardens, seeks to promote the protection of children’s rights through performances by members of Cirquera de Cameleon and other guest performers from France. Entrance is free. In celebration of its 25th anniversary…

Dolly de Leon earns Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress

For being the first Filipino actor, male or female, to be nominated for a Golden Globe for her “scene-stealing” performance in Triangle of Sadness, De Leon has effectively broken the Hollywood glass ceiling and paved the way for other Filipino actors to be nominated in the future. By Alex Y.…

Pinoy fans fall in ‘polaroid love’ with ENHYPEN

K-pop boy group ENHYPEN, who has taken the world by storm with their youthful charm and energetic performances, recently touched base with Filipino fans through a “fun meet” like no other. Text and photos by Ma. Angelica Demegillo Filipino ENGENEs, as ENHYPEN’s fans call themselves, received an early Christmas gift,…

Ji Chang-wook: Certainly no backstreet rookie

The Korean oppa and Bench’s latest international endorser blew into town, winning more hearts and minds (and shrieks), as he went on a whirlwind tour to meet with journalists and fans, and visit Bench stores, including having a meal at Bench Café, where he developed a liking for two iconic…

Cinema, Italian-style at first-ever Italian film festival in Manila

Now on its second to the last day, Italian Film Festival Manila at Venice Cineplex, invites movie buffs to broaden their viewing experience, as they enjoy these seven contemporary cinematic gems from the land that produced such great directors as Bertolucci, Fellini, De Sica and Rossellini. The first-ever Italian Film…

Cherie Gil, the original “Lavinia,” dies at 59

Dubbed as Philippine showbiz’s “La Primera Contravida,” she is best known for her role as the bitter has-been Lavinia Arguelles in “Bituing Walang Ningning.” But the brilliant actress was much more than that, essaying character sketches of such colorful real-life personalities as Diana Vreeland and Maria Callas on stage. By Alex…