Kris Aquino wants Vice Ganda to join The Buzz

Rumor or not, Vice Ganda might just surprise us because Kris would like to have him join her and Boy Abunda sa The Buzz. Abangan next week sa pag-reveal ng kapalit ni Ruffa Gutierrez and if this is going to be Vice, expect the show to be a riot.

Now, reports said Vice Ganda is also being considered to host the show alongside Boy Abunda and Kris Aquino.

When sought for reaction, 34-year-old Vice Ganda told “The Buzz” on Sunday: "Ay naku! Hindi pa natin alam pero abangan natin. Abangan ninyo kung saka-sakaling mapasama ako sa ‘The Buzz.’ Sabay-sabay ninyo akong salubungin.”

“Kung hindi man, sabay sabay natin silang kuyugin dahil pinaasa nila tayo. Joke lang. Pero abangan natin yan," Vice Ganda added.

There is no confirmation yet if Vice Ganda will join “The Buzz,” but the stand-up comedian and “Showtime” judge already won the hearts of Aquino and Abunda.

Aquino said: "I-join na natin ito, sige na. Boy, let's share na lang for the TF (talent fee) of Vice Ganda. Kunin konti sa iyo, kunin konti from me para masali na siya dito."

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Regine Velasquez endorses Noynoy Aquino

Regine Velasquez announces that for the first time she is endorsing a politician and that it's Noynoy.

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Kris at Ruffa, hindi pa nag-babatian

Sa isang interview ni Ruffa sa PinoyParazzi, hindi pa raw siya binabati ni Kris.

It seems happy naman si Ruffa sa paglipat niya sa TV 5. Kahit pa nagkaroon ng isyu sa pagitan nila ni Kris Aquino sa huling episode niya sa The Buzz bago pa ang kanyang tuluyang paglisan sa bakuran ng ABS-CBN.
“Para sa akin, tapos na ‘yon. I’m already looking forward.”
Kumusta nga pala sila ni Kris matapos mag-public apology ang huli na tinanggap naman niya?
“Hindi pa rin siya nagri-reach out sa akin. Pero baka sakaling sira ang phone niya, bigyan ko na lang siya ng Nokia,” pabirong sabi ni Ruffa na ngayo’y siyang bagong endorser na ng Nokia.

Eh siya ba bumati na kay Kris. Hindi ba maka-Villar na siya.

Hindi baga ayon kay Lolit Solis e…

May sorpresa si Senator Manny Villar para sa mga anak ni Ruffa Gutierrez na sina Lorin at Venice.
Hindi ko puwedeng sabihin ang surprise na matatanggap ng magkapatid na memoryado ang lyrics ng campaign jingle ni Papa Manny dahil hindi na ito magiging surprise.
Na-appreciate ni Papa Manny at ng kanyang staff ang effort nina Lorin at Venice na memoryahin ang Naging Mahirap kaya may ipadadala sila sa magka¬patid na bibang-biba at obvious na susunod sa yapak ng kanilang ina, lolo at mga tiyo.

May nag-text! Magkano raw ang tinanggap ni Ruffa kay Villar?
So, kung ikaw kaya ang nasa lugar ni Kris, babatiin mo pa ba si Ruffa? Ano ka, siempre hindi noh.

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Kris Aquino moving on

Kris is not leaving The Buzz after realizing her real standing in her brother Noynoy's campaign which proves her critics to be wrong:



MANILA, Philippines - Kris Aquino on Thursday she would not leave "The Buzz," which came after her tearful statements Sunday.

However, she said she would be seen less frequently on the show, as she would be on the campaign trail more often. (Watch: Kris Aquino answers ‘Buzz’-ing question in Ilocos sortie)

Kris made the statement during a campaign sortie for her brother, Senator Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III, who is running for president, in the Ilocos Region.

Regarding her presence in the daily showbiz talk show Showbiz News Ngayon, she praised her temporary replacements Mariel Rodriguez, Bianca Gonzales, and Toni Gonzaga.

"Si Toni, Bianca and Mariel, kina-career talaga nila yung pagdadamit, talagang super bonggacious ang mga outfit nila, [and] the rapport, most especially halatang-halata kasi si Boy dahil si Mariel alaga niya so favorite niya talaga," she told ABS-CBN News's Mario Dumaual.

"They're doing such a great job, Mario... it's really excellent na nabigyan sila ng chance na ito, and by all means, ako, happy ako to share it with them," she said when asked if she would be willing to return to SNN.

"Nasa sa inyo po iyan. They're doing OK right now, it's something we have to discuss also. Kasi Mario, nami-miss ko na rin, I've been remiss as a parent... so I think pagkatapos [ng kampanya] kailangan bumawi sa mga anak," she said.

'Overwhelmed' by Ilocanos' reception

Meanwhile, said she was overwhelmed by the reception the campaign of her brother received in their visit to the Ilocos region.

"History has really moved on," the TV host said during their historic first visit to the region where their family's traditional rival, the Marcoses, hail from. (Read: Aquino campaigns in Marcos country)

Kris said that while on the plane to Laoag City, she had been praying for fear that no one would be greeting them on their arrival at the airport.

She said she remembered that back in the 1980s, visits by her late mother, former president Corazon Aquino, was met by residents closing their doors and windows.

"Our politics has really matured through time," she said.

She was also accompanied by her husband, basketball player James Yap. With reports from Mario Dumaual, ABS-CBN News

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Pacquiao's earnings from boxing, 2001 - 2010

People are wondering how much Manny Pacquiao has earned from his fights through out the years. Well, from 2001-2010, he made a total of $78,480,000.00. But of course, he probably took home much less than that considering the taxes and expenses to be deducted. But nevertheless, Manny Pacquiao is now one of the richest man in the Philippines and he can proudly say it’s all from hard work and lots of sacrifices.

[Source: ABS-CBN News]

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Kris Aquino apologized and so should Annabelle Rama

For their reactions, Annabelle Rama and Raymond Gutierrez have said hurtful words to Kris Aquino as well, and Annabelle was totally out of line for involving Noynoy Aquino on the issue. Now that Kris Aquino has humbled down and apologized to both Ruffa and Annabelle Rama, only an apology coming from the Gutierrez family to Noynoy Aquino especially, will close this issue.

Here is what I think of this: Kris Aquino is tactless and that’s a given. She’s born with the gift of gab and is perfect to host any talk show. She is fearless, bold, articulate, and intelligent. But she is also sensitive and quick to ask for forgiveness once she realizes that she has crossed the line and has hurt someone. Kris tells us as it is – because she’s honest and straight forward. Hence, the title Queen of All Media. On the other hand, Ruffa, who is gentle, sensitive, and emotional, is also as smart and makes a lot of sense in her comments but a no match to gabbers like Kris and Boy. What she needs is not a talk show like The Buzz but a beauty show where she can show her own expertise. But then when is Ruffa going to be independent? When can she learn to fly on her own? Has she ever tried thinking on her own without Annabelle dictating everything to her? But then I also understand that it must be hard to have a mother like Annabelle who wouldn’t let her children go and grow up.

I’ve seen so many talk shows and some of them are really brutal. In case you have not seen one, a talk show in the US called “The View” is a very good example. The four women hosting the show chats, discuss, and argue with each other and sometimes I wonder if this or that host will still show up the next day. But off air, they all claim that they have camaraderie and hangs out together as friends. To them, the talk show is just a job that they have to do well.

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Ruffa Gutierrez accepts Kris Aquino's apology

All is well that ends well. Kris apologized, Ruffa accepted. Erwin Santiago/PEP reports:

Matatandaang pagkatapos ng napaulat na pagwu-walkout ni Ruffa sa The Buzz noong Linggo, March 7, ay agad na humingi ng paumanhin si Kris sa kanya at sa pamilya nito. Ito ay kaugnay ng pagpaparinig diumano ni Kris sa kanya sa "P.O.V." segment ng The Buzz noong araw na yun. (CLICK HERE to read related story.)

Unang humingi ng paumanhin si Kris kay Ruffa through online, sa pamamagitan ng text message na ipinadala niya sa PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) na nailathala ng madaling-araw ng March 8. (CLICK HERE to read related story.) Pangalawa, sa pamamagitan ng pagpapa-interview sa TV kahapon. At pangatlo, sa pamamagitan ng print na lumabas ngayong araw, March 9.


Sa panayam ng GMA News kay Kris kahapon, March 8, sinabi niyang pinanood niyang muli ang video ng episode ng The Buzz noong Linggo kung saan nagsimula ang isyu sa kanila ni Ruffa.

"I wanted to make sure na nung pinanood ko sarili ko, ako mismo, as a viewer, mapi-feel ko na affectionate naman yung teasing. Nung sinabi ko na, 'Aminin mo, iba talaga ang level ng saya dito,' parang ang ibig kong sabihin do'n is mami-miss mo rin kami talaga,'" paglilinaw niya.

Ayon kay Kris, pinanood din daw ng mga kapatid niya ang tape ng naturang episode The Buzz at isang importanteng bagay raw ang ipinunto ng mga ito sa kanya.

"Ang sinabi ni Ate [Ballsy], 'Siguro Krissy dapat i-consider mo rin what it's like to be saying goodbye. And siguro on our family's end, kung tayo naka-cause ng pain para sa kanila, or nabigyan sila ng stress dahil sa hindi mo naman sinasadyang nagawa, take it upon yourself and do this for Mom,' sabi ng ate pa," kuwento ng bunsong anak nina former President Cory Aquino at former Senator Ninoy Aquino.

Ipinarating din ni Kris ang kanyang kagustuhan na magkaayos na sila ni Ruffa at ng pamilya nito.

"Kung ako po, bilang miyembro ng pamilya Aquino, nakasakit sa damdamin nila, ng mga Gutierrez, pinapaabot ko po, on behalf of my family, wala po talaga kaming masamang intensiyon and bukas na bukas po sa kalooban ko na sana maging magkaibigan pa kami ni Ruffa, most especially," pahayag niya.

Naiintindihan din daw ni Kris kung bakit nakapagbitiw ng masasakit na salita ang ina ni Ruffa na si Annabelle Rama laban sa kanya at maging sa kapatid niyang si Noynoy Aquino. Sa panayam kasi ni Annabelle sa Showbiz Central noong Linggo rin ay nanawagan ito na huwag iboto si Noynoy bilang presidente dahil hindi pa man daw ito nananalo ay "mayabang" na si Kris.

Pero ayon kay Kris, "Kung anuman po ang nasabi ni Tita Annabelle laban kay Noy, that's why we live in a democracy." Sa text message na ipinadala niya sa PEP ay sinabi rin niyang hindi siya mayabang kaya nagpapakumbaba siya.

Sa huli ay nagbigay ng mensahe si Kris para kay Ruffa.

Aniya, "Ruffa, sasabihin ko lang sa 'yo, gusto kong humingi ng pasensiya sa 'yo kung sa panahon na kailangan mo sanang mas maging maunawain ako at maging mas tahimik, hindi ko nagawa 'yon para sa 'yo. Pero buong-buo, galing sa puso ko, na hinahangad ko all your success in this world."

RUFFA SPEAKS UP. Kaninang hapon, March 9, ay nagpaunlak naman na ng interview si Ruffa sa TV crew ng ABS-CBN at GMA-7. Dito ay malugod na tinanggap ni Ruffa ang apology ni Kris.

"I do appreciate and accept Kris's apology," nakangiting sabi ni Ruffa sa panayam sa kanya ng TV Patrol World.

Aniya pa, "Ako naman, you know, I'm a very fun-loving individual at  kaibigan ko rin naman si Kris, and I have the highest respect for her. I know that we love each other, and I know that we've been friends for a long, long time."

Nakausap ng media si Ruffa kaninang hapon, March 9, sa first taping day niya bilang judge ng Talentadong Pinoy sa Skydome sa SM North Edsa. Ang Talentadong Pinoy ay isa sa mga programang gagawin ni Ruffa sa exclusive contract na pinirmahan niya sa TV5.

Inamin din ni Ruffa na nasaktan siya sa mga "parinig" sa kanya ni Kris sa "P.O.V." segment ng The Buzz noong Linggo na naging dahilan ng kanyang pag-iyak.

"Medyo nasaktan lang ako no'n kasi dun sa mga parinig niya na, 'O, you know, mahal na mahal ako ng mga taga-Laoag, 70 percent ng mga tao nakikita ako dito...' Parang pinapalabas niya na walang manonood sa akin sa TV5," saad ni Ruffa, na nakatakdang lumipat sa TV5 bago matapos ang buwang ito.

Pero nilinaw ng TV-host actress na hindi siya nag-walkout gaya ng mga lumabas na report.

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Kris Aquino tactless but not a bad person

For those who are as tackless as Kris, you will understand Kris better. But one thing why Kris' attitude is always forgiven is her quickness to ask for forgiveness, humbling herself right after she realizes she's hurt someone and that is admirable. On the other hand, it's in Ruffa's nature to be gentle and harmless but she should never allow herself to be intimidated by Kris because anywhere she'll go in showbiz, there will always be someone with Kris-like attitude. But I've watched every episode of The Buzz and I can tell that Ruffa do make a lot of sense in her comments. She's not dumb. She's not stupid either. She just know how to carry herself well at all time.

If I may borrow some comments from MADER BIBS:

Anonymous wrote:
I admire you Kris for taking the initiative to clear out the issues between you and Ruffa. I hope this would end the misunderstanding.

Tiana wrote:
I admire Kris' humility. For me, there was nothing wrong with what she said. And yet because some people were displeased (or should I say making a big deal out of nothing just to create controversy hoping that it would work to their advantage), Kris went out of her way to say sorry. Call her maarte, tactless, etc. but for me, Kris is one of the sincerest, most admirable, generous and professional people from the entertainment industry. God bless you and your family, Kris! We love you!

Cheska wrote:
This is in reply to the one who made a comment regarding the alleged "deliberate alienation" ni Kris kay Ruffa sa the Buzz. POV is a segment specially designed for free exchange of views and opinions. If you think Kris made Ruffa look dumb, that's your opinion. But it's not Kris' fault. It is Ruffa's own look-out to keep up with Kris' wit. Look at Boy. "Nagbabarahan" din sila ni Kris if that's how you call it. But professional and intelligent as he is, Boy is able to keep up with her. The problem with Ruffa is she just can't. She still has so much to learn esp when it comes to hosting a talkshow. Likewise, the problem with Pinoys is that we can't seem to accept a person's frankness. We always take things personally. We can't discuss issues without feeling as if they're directed against us. Lastly, I wish people will take this issue in a mature and professional way. There really is no issue to begin with. People are just overreacting to something and for what reason - gimmick? politics? only the ones concerned know. God bless everyone.

Kris Aquino's Statement Tonight
>> Monday, March 8, 2010

I had dinner with Noy tonight after his tv commercial shoot.
He told me di raw ba pwede na may quiet Sunday kami?
And he asked why sya nadamay when he's not even part of the Buzz
I would like to extend a loving hug to Ruffa.
I viewed the tape and although I still feel I gave my comment with affection.
Maybe it made her feel even worse because she's moving in a new direction.
We had what I believed was a good working relationship in the almost 2 years we were together on the Buzz.
I can also understand why Ruffa's mom dislikes Noynoy and my family.
Maybe because of association and our vocal proclamation of admiration for Dingdong.
And his selfless contribution to help Noy's presidential bid.
It is with Ruffa that I enjoyed a healthy working relationship with.
And I only have good words to say about her.
To Ruffa, I sincerely apologize for causing you hurt.
My brother Noynoy would like to add that we live in a democracy.
One where we are very free to make our own choice for president.
This text came from my sister Pinky : Tomorrow is Women's day.
And March is women's month. Fyi, it was mom who passed laws making this possible.
(Proclamation No. 224 and 227, both signed in March 1988).
And RA 6949 (signed April 1990 - declares March 8 as National Women's Day.
We celebrate women who triumphed despite odds and need to look at ways to further improve.
That's why I want Ruffa to have a great career ahead of her because she is a woman.
Raising two beautiful daughters, and I champion all women who triumph despite the odds.
Just like my own mom.
Noy told me in any election, we'll have our share of supporters and harshest critics.
And if you can't take the heat, then politics isn't for you.
As a woman, and as Ruffa's mom and the lola of Lorin and Venice, I respect you Tita Anabelle.
And on behalf of our family, I apologize for the distress we caused yours.
Hindi po ako mayabang, kaya ako nagpapakumbaba ngayon.
On a last note, I promised Noy that if he does WIN, and I'm a cause of stress for him and his presidency..
I will gladly take my two boys to live anywhere there's TFC.
So that I can continue to work but with our Overseas Filipino brothers and sisters.
Of course Noy said - dinner daw yun - hindi teleserye ko.
I love my family and I'm so grateful to have such a supportive and grounded brother and sisters,
Who have learned to love me for what I am.

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82nd Annual Academy Awards Winners

The winners:
Best Picture: "Hurt Locker" - watch full trailer
Best Actor: Jeff Bridges ("Crazy Heart") - watch full trailer
Best Actress: Sandra Bullock ("The Blind Side") - watch full trailer
Best Director: Kathryn Bigelow ("The Hurt Locker")
Best Supporting Actor: Christoph Waltz ("Inglorious Basterds") - watch full trailer
Best Supporting Actress: Mo'Nique ("Precious")- watch full trailer

Click here for the complete list of winners and listen to their speech.

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Gretchen Baretto's beauty fading?

Gretchen Baretto has one of the most beautiful faces in the movie industry but she used to have a natural beauty that I admired so much. But these days, each time I see her on TV or on prints, her looks kept changing and it's not for the better I think. Perhaps, too much enhancement? I wish she kept her natural beauty.

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Mommy Dionesia's mansion

A mansion from a loving son to a loving mom, let’s take a look.

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Paid celebrity endorsers will be taxed by the BIR

MANILA, Philippines - The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) will go after celebrities endorsing or campaigning for candidates in the May 10 elections to make sure that they pay the proper taxes for such services.

“They get income for that so they should pay the tax,” BIR Deputy Commissioner for Legal and Inspection Group Gregorio Cabantac said.

He said campaigning or endorsing candidates is no different from other activities of celebrities, including product endorsements, hosting jobs and party appearances, which are all subject to income tax.

While admitting that some celebrities offer their services to candidates for free, Cabantac said this is not usually the case.

Asked how the BIR would be able to monitor such paid endorsements, Cabantac said the revenue agency would be fielding special teams during the election season. He also said that politicians should ask celebrities for receipts when paying them for endorsements.
Source:Philstar

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Angel Locsin's newest suitor is CNN Hero Efren Peñaflorida

Our CNN Hero have madly fallen in love and it's something to watch out for and look forward to for 2010, so let's wish Efren "good luck".

MANILA, Philippines - Actress Angel Locsin has a hero for a suitor this new year.

Just weeks after being named 2009 CNN Hero of the Year, Efren Peñaflorida is still on cloud nine.

Aside from the rush that comes with bringing home an international award for his advocacy, he also met Locsin, his biggest crush, during the flight to the United States.

Aside from her acting talent, Peñaflorida said he also grew fond of Locsin because of her good heart.

Cornered on Sunday, it was Locsin's turn on the hot seat.

She told "The Buzz:" "Before pa magkaroon ng award sa kanya, magkaibigan na kami sa Facebook... Nagkita kami bago ako pumuntang Emmy. Sabay kami sa eroplano kasi. Doon kami nagkakilala talaga."

Amid reports that Peñaflorida is seriously pursuing courtship, Locsin gave her side on the issue.

"Dahil nga magulo ang buhay ko dahil nasa showbiz ako, ayokong 'yong hope na mabibigay niya sa mga tao maapektuhan dahil sa akin. Sinabi ko sa kanya kung ready na ba siya na harapin 'yong mga iyon... Gusto ko friendship muna ako," she said.

She admitted that the celebrated young Filipino visited her at home.

"Pumunta siya sa bahay. Kinausap ang daddy ko. Mas una niyang kinausap 'yong dad ko kaysa sa akin," she said.

Peñaflorida said he will take his chance with pursuing love.

"Bago ko inask, bago ko in-open sa kanya 'yon, 'yong mga intentions ko, ready na ako. Prepared ako doon sa kung ano man ang mangyayari," he said. -ANC

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Oprah not taking the credit for Charice's success

We all know how Charice started her successful U.S. career and there is no denying that Oprah played a very important role in that success. But when Oprah was asked about how she'd helped the most talented girl in the world, Oprah humbly replied:

“I would have to say that my staff is responsible for that because I said to them, ‘Look, I’m not in the record business.’ And they said, ‘This girl has something.’ From the beginning, I brought Charice into a room and sat her down with some people whom I thought could help her. They were asking me, did I want to manage her? I don’t. I don’t want to make any money from her. I just want her to be as successful as she can.”

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Charice eyes career in Hollywood - why not

MANILA – After starring in 20th Century Fox's live-action animation film “Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel," conquering Hollywood is most likely next for international singing sensation Charice.

In the “Alvin and the Chipmunks,” Charice plays herself, the biggest rival of the Chipmunks in a singing competition. Like other Hollywood stars, Charice auditioned just to get the role.

"Kumanta ako ng mga Beyonce songs at ginaya ko ang boses ng chipmunks. Tuwang tuwa sila. After a week noong umuwi ako ng Pilipinas, tinawagan nila ako at nakuha ko ang role. Gusto nila ang role ko daw po ay bilang Charice,” she said in an exclusive interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com.

The film is yet to be screened in the United States, but the management of Warner Bros. is already discussing the possibility of her appearing in more movies in the future.

"Tinanong ako ng Warner kung ready na daw akong pumasok sa movie. After ng the 'Alvin and the Chipmunks,' doon ako na-convince na pwede na," Charice, a contract artist of Warner Bros. Records, said.

There are a lot of movie offers already, the YouTube sensation admitted. What she wants though is to appear first in a horror film.

"Hopefully, ay mabigyan nila ako [ng horror film project]. Sabi ko sa kanila ang gusto ko ay iyong parang 'Orphan' movie ang dating. Gusto ko ako ang pumapatay, ayoko nang ako ang pinapatay," she said.

Charice also wants to make a special appearance in a popular American television series, “CSI.”

She said: "Pwede din nila akong i-guesting sa ‘CSI.’ Like iyong mawawala ako at hahanapin nila ako.”

When "Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel" holds its premiere showing, meantime, Charice said she will attend the big event along with its American cast.

As of the moment though, Charice is focusing on her music career. She flew back to the US recently to complete her first international album.[ABS-CBN]

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