Sharon Cuneta gained the attention of the netizens after she posted a cryptic photo while greeting her fans this Christmas.
Her photo, taken many years ago, showed Sharon and her children, KC, Frankie, Miel, and Miguel.
However, netizens noticed Sharon’s current partner, Kiko Pangilinan, was included in the photo, but his head was cropped out.
“Merry Christmas from me and my four angels (my gremlins)!!! Love you all!” she said.
Netizens couldn’t stop asking why Kiko was not included in the photo or her Christmas greeting.
Fortunately, the worries of the netizens quickly disappeared after Sharon posted another Christmas greeting, now together with Kiko.
It can be recalled that Sharon and Kiko were included on the list of popular couples who were facing separation rumors.
“I’m loyal. I’ll never leave you for someone else. I’ll only leave you for myself. For my peace, my sanity, my respect, my dignity,” she stated in another post.
E.A.T host Joey de Leon shared his Christmas wish with his followers.
In his latest Instagram post, the veteran comedian greeted his followers a Merry Christmas, but he couldn’t stop himself from taking a swipe against their competitor Eat Bulaga.
It can be recalled that there was a legal battle between Joey’s former production company, Television and Production Exponents (TAPE) Inc., which currently handled Eat Bulaga.
Joey filed several charges against TAPE Inc. for continuously using Eat Bulaga branding.
The veteran comedian gained his first legal victory against TAPE on December 5, after the Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IPOPHL) removed the latter’s trademark rights.
After the decision, Joey’s wish was for TAPE to voluntarily stop using the Eat Bulaga title.
“Syempre Maligayang Pasko rin sa lahat. Ang wish ko ngayong Pasko—-sana magbago na …magbago na…MAGBAGO NA NG TITLE yung ibang show! Ngek! Joke lang!” he said.
Several celebrity friends of Joey, including former Eat Bulaga host Gladys Guevarra, also wished that TAPE would surrender the show’s title, which was believed to be invented by the veteran comedian himself.
Kapuso actor Rob Gomez faced controversy after allegedly being linked to his ‘Magandang Dilag’ co-stars, Herlene Budol and Bianca Manalo.
Despite the gravity of the issue, many netizens didn’t know who Rob was, and there was a possible reason for that: he didn’t use the last name that his family was known for in showbiz.
Despite being part of the Ejercito-Estrada family, Rob chose to use Gomez as his last name because he wanted to make his name in showbiz.
Rob was the son of former actress Kate Gomez, sister of actor Gary Estrada, and grandson of George Estregan Sr.
George was dubbed as the king of mature films in the country.
According to him, he felt that he couldn’t carry the name Ejercito-Estrada in showbiz.
“I think I will not and I cannot live up to their names, lalo na him [George]. He’s a very, very great actor. Sobrang galing po. Ibang klase po. Kinikilabutan ako. Hindi ko po siya nakilala, e,” said Rob.
“It would be more striking if I use Estrada, pero meron na po tayong Joseph at Gary Estrada, at may Kiko Estrada pa na napakagaling na aktor. Kaso nga lang po, na-realize namin na my mom’s a great actress, too, and I would love to start my own journey,” he added.
Currently, Rob is famous on social media due to the current issue he is facing and his rocky relationship with his partner, Shaila Rebortera.
Senator Win Gatchalian was not convinced that his partner, Bianca Manalo, was cheating on him.
In his Instagram post, the lawmaker expressed his love and support for Bianca.
He even called the photos showing the conversation between Bianca and her co-actor Rob Gomez fake.
“[Bianca] and I share the same values and principles in life. No fake news will divide us apart,” he said.
However, some netizens asked Gatchalian to be more open-minded as the leak conversation was a big indicator that there was something wrong happening.
Some even said that the lawmaker was ‘blinded’ by his love.
It can be recalled that Rob didn’t intentionally upload the said photos, and someone only took his phone without his consent.
“Worse is that the person who took my phone posted pictures of mine in my own social media account pretending that I posted it with the intention of destroying my reputation. The videos as shown were among my friends and co-stars who was trying to cheer me up when I was going through a lot of hurdles in my life,” Rob said.
Bianca in her statement also explained that she only asked Rob to visit her personally as she would receive a gift from the actor.
The Skywalker of the Filipino basketball, Avelino “Samboy” Lim, passed away, his family confirmed on Saturday, December 23, 2023.
On his official Facebook page, Lim’s family announced the passing of the Filipino basketball legend nine years after he survived a five-week coma in 2014.
“Our Hearts are broken. Today, December 23, 2023, our dearly beloved Samboy passed away peacefully. A man of Faith, exceptional courage, humility and grace. He embodied the very best of humanity. The Skywalker was 61,” the Lim family statement reads.
“During his final moments at the Medical City, he was tenderly cared for by Lelen, Jamie, Johannes, sister Malou, nephews AP, Alby & wife Kates, best friends: Allan Caidic & Robert Evangelista. His loved ones abroad: sister Ate Coy – Maricor, Dan, and niece, Danielle together with Jun Zarate, Coach Larry Albano bade Samboy goodbye via online chat. Lelen’s siblings: Gigi, Dixon, family and friends: Manang Marilyn, Tino Pinat, Jimmy Go were also able to bid him farewell,” they added.
They also thanked the doctors, and medical staff who took care of the basketball legend in the past 9 years.
Samboy is a four-time PBA All-star and a two-time Mythical Second Team selection. He was also part of the San Miguel Beer’s Grand Slam team of 1989. He was also a gold medalist during the 1987 FIBA Asia Championship.
Pokwang couldn’t hide her happiness after she won the deportation case she filed against her ex-boyfriend, Lee O’Brian.
In her official statement, Pokwang said that the decision released by the Bureau of Immigration against Lee was an answered prayer for her and for Malia.
She also thanked the people who supported her during her legal battle.
“Nagpapasalamat ako una sa Panginoon dahil pinakinggan niya ang aking mga dasal na magkaroon ng hustisya ang nangyari sa akin at sa aking anak. Lubos din akong nagpapasalamat sa lahat ng aking mga kaibigan at taga suporta na sinamahan ako sa bahagi na ito ng buhay ko,” said Pokwang.
“Hinding-hindi ko makakalimutan ang lahat ng taong tumulong sa amin ni Malia. Ngayon, lalo kong susubukan na maging mahusay na ina at ama sa aking anak. Lalo pa akong magsisikap sa araw-araw para maitaguyod ko ang aking pamilya,” she added.
It can be recalled that Pokwang filed the said deportation case against Lee several weeks after she revealed that her ex-boyfriend was dating another woman.
On December 23, BI ordered Lee to leave the country immediately and he was also included in the blacklist of the agency.
It means that Lee cannot visit the country again permanently.
Xian Lim and Kim Chiu’s fans couldn’t hide their sadness after talent manager and showbiz reporter Ogie Diaz reported that the celebrity couple had already decided to part ways after 12 years.
In his online program, Ogie said that a trusted source confirmed that Xian and Kim already separated, not because of a third party but because of the lack of plans from the actor.
According to Ogie, Kim already noticed that Xian was not planning for the future of their relationship.
“A friend of mine and a friend of Xian and Kim Chiu told me na totoong hiwalay na [sina] Kim Chiu at Xian Lim. ‘Di lang maamin ni Kim Chiu kasi nga pinoproseso pa ni Kim Chiu, at si Xian Lim din,” said Ogie.
“Sabi sa akin ng friend ko wala naman daw third party. It’s just that parang walang plano si Xian sa kanilang 12 years na relationship. Parang hindi niya priority. Parang naghihintay lang si Kim Chiu ng proposal. 12 years na sila eh,” he added.
The two started dating in 2012 but only admitted their relationship to the public in 2018.
They’re only one year longer than the relationship of Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla, who also just recently broke up this year.
On December 23, Kim admitted that she already ended their 12-year relationship.
“We owe our supporters the truth, but we also respect each other’s time of healing. In a relationship, love is always a significant factor, but sometimes love is not enough,” said Chiu. “We shared more than a decade of love, each other’s support system, and many beautiful memories,” said Kim.
“It was our mutual decision to transition our relationship into what we hope to be a lifelong friendship. We thank all our followers for their love and support, but now we ask you to appreciate our honesty and give us the privacy we need as we begin new chapters of our lives. To all our supporters, maraming salamat for all the love and understanding,” she added.
Marietta Subong, popularly known as ‘Pokwang,’ won the deportation case she filed against her former partner, Lee O’Brian.
According to the eight-page resolution released by the Bureau of Immigration on December 12, the agency included Lee in their blacklist, and he’s not allowed to go back to the country anymore.
They explained that the American actor worked in a different company, which was different from what he declared in his work visa.
BI ordered Lee to be deported from the country immediately.
It can be recalled that Pokwang filed the said complaint after she found her former partner dating another woman.
“Undesirable aliens have no place in this country. With this case we are pursuing, we are putting a stop to the gross manipulation of Philippine Immigration laws,” Atty. Ralph Calinisan, Pokwang’s legal counsel, said,
Pokwang also said that she couldn’t move on unless Lee finally left the country.
“Hindi ganoon kadali. Kapag wala na siya sa Pilipinas, ‘yan ang super move on ko na talaga. Sa ngayon hindi pa. Ayokong i-share ang hangin ng Pilipinas sa kaniya, hindi niya deserve,” said Pokwang.
As of writing, Pokwang and Lee have yet to release their own statement following BI’s decision.
Miss Millenial 2018, Dr. Shaila Rebortera met with her lawyers amid the issue being faced by her partner, Rob Gomez.
In a Facebook post. Atty. Alex Avisado Jr. of Gana Atienza Avisado Law Offices shared his meeting with Shaila.
“Meet Dr. Shaila Rebortera, the woman caught in the middle of this viral infidelity issue. Welcome to GAA Law! May the truth prevail,” Atty. Avisado said.
It’s not yet known why Shaila visited the said law office.
However, Atty. Avisado said that he was willing to help Shaila with her problems.
“You know we have a soft spot sa mga inaapi,” the lawyer stated.
Netizens also expressed their support for Shaila.
“Top caliber lawyers of GAA Law. Definitely, she will receive the best legal service from Atty Alex Avisado Jr and team,” netizen Randy Escolongo said.
“She’s in good hands with GAA Law brother,” netizen All commented.
It can be recalled that Shaila was suspected of uploading the private conversation of her partner with other women, including Herlene Budol, Bianca Manalo, and Pearl Gonzales.
Meanwhile, Herlene said she might file charges against the individual who uploaded her private convo with the actor.
