CONTROVERSIAL GUMABAO SHOWBIZ CLAN

By | May 2, 2021

Years after erstwhile actor- Congressman Dennis Roldan (Mitchell Gumabao) put to jail for kidnapping case punishment, no news about him surfaces. Lately come backing veteran actress Isabel Rivas who’s his sister reported. 

“I just visited him in prison at Muntinglupa city. He’s not well but not suffering life threatening ailment. We were emotional to recall our past. That he truly misses all those attached to him, especially his family.” Isabel told some scribes recently.

Speaking of the Gumabaos, just like the siblings, Dennis’ children  Marco Gumabao and Michele Gumabao have been controversial figures upon entrance into limelight as popular figures. To begin with, as an athlete, a famous basketball player, Dennis had been talked about for hot news. When he became model, TV host and movie actor, the more Dennis became part of intrigues.

Among his films were Terrorist Hunter, with Eddie Garcia, Uhaw na Dagat, Hangga’t May Hininga and Bskit Bughaw ang Langit which he got involved in personal misdoings as scattered around. This heightened up on his marriage. Dennis was obviously envied on his marriage with top model  Lollie Imperial of the prominent Imperial family from Bicol.

Just like Dennis, always blabber-mouthed then was Isabel who appeared in sexy roles in Uhaw na Dagat, Burgis and Ang Bukas ay Akin. Yet, Isabel did not cede to gossips. Later, she was declared best TV drama actress in Villa Quintana handed by Star Awards. In her TV comeback via Bilangin ang mga Bituin sa Langit led by Nora Aunor, she’s rumored anew in a tiff with a much younger actress.

A chip off the old block, Marco inherited the prowess of his father Dennis in sports and modeling career.  In his student years, he turned a varsity player in basketball, recognized as ramp model and commercial endorser. Then Star Magic of ABS-CBN gave him a break. Likewise, Viva Artists Agency acknowledged too his penchant for acting.

  Marco’s assignments in boob tube shows and celluloid strips included Para sa Broken Hearted, Metro Manila Film Festival entry Aurora, Ulan, Los Bastardos,  Ang Probinsyano,  Sunday TV program ASAP and the drama opus Tubig at Langis.

Just like Dennis, Marco had been involved in controversy upon his fame of a noted Bench Body underwear endorser.  He was not exempted from unbridled talks, especially on romantic flings, personal disputes to this and that person.  A strong-willed and a fighter through and through, up to this time, Marco has emerged triumphant, visible and active as he is in showbiz world.

In the case of Marco’s sister Michele Gumabao, her skills in the athletic field engulfed her too. She’s recognized initially as volleyball player at the De la Salle University varsity team, a co-captain at that. However, her stunning physical attributes paved her way to join beauty pageant. 

Michele garnered the title Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2018. Then to be included in the top five in the Bb. Pilipnas Universe 2020, she was the most talked about among beauty enthusiasts. This was triggered by her absence in the press presentation of the finalists and the winner Rabiya Torres. Allegedly, Michele could not accept her defeat, with offensive comments to other candidates.

Albeit Michele negated the rumor, up to now as one of Willie Revillame’s co-host in his TV show Wowowin, still not a few queried what’s the real score on her failure to grace the events threw by Bb. Pilipinas pageant bigwigs.

Maine Admits Mistakes, thankful to Ciara

Looking back during her early teen years, Maine Mendoza admits her mistakes. She loved to post unfavorable words to disparage others in social media accounts, Now those messages were brought back by bashers to prove that’s her real nature she hides to protect  her popularity as celebrity.

Rather than be offended, Maine did not dodge her past mistakes and not a rightful girl. A benign Maine apologized for her careless feelings for what she had done before. In this light, she’s thankful to Ciara Sotto. The latter told Maine that no one is perfect but this does not mean she’s a bad person. Ciara sent words to Maine’s detractprs, stop the hate and be kind to people and to oneself.

A grateful Maine is thankful to Ciara for her concern, a true chum that she is indeed. The more Maine misses her a lot. “I do hope we will be co-stars in a a film or TV project soon. These days I anticipate the chance to work with Ciara.” Maine was quoted saying.

Catholic Social Media Awards” Choice Disappoint Some

Recently, comedienne Candy  Pangilinan got the Female Social Media Influencer given by Catholic Social Media Awards. Reports have it that some feel disappointed for there are more deserving rather than Candy. However, those in the know insist that Candy’s you tube channel with her disabled son left an inspirational, touching impact, especially to parents having special children.

Candy admitted she never craves for an accolade but she did the video to give strength and overcome depression of families who have disabilities within them. It’s a reminder not to lose faith in God for the Lord loves us to the fullest. We have to remain strong.  Candy did clinch.

Reportedly, among the nominees in the mentioned category were lady broadcasters and co-actresses of Candy. Closer chums have cogent message that even she’s funny off and on cameras, Candy exudes  serious, supportive character.

Janine, Paulo Welcome Sunshine

Former GMA-7 stars Janine Gutierrez and Paulo Avelino welcome Kapuso actress Sunshine Dizon. The three are reunited in a project under ABS-CBN. After 27 years as GMA actress, Sunshine accepted Kapamilya network offer. Does it mean Sunshine has left GMA-7, particularly she did not renew a contract?

A colleague did hush-hush to me that Sunshine contemplated on that move yet no definite reply. However, whatever happens, she’ll remain grateful to GMA-7 bigwigs for she didn’t feel neglected. So that’s it.

Blind Item;

How true that a lovely actress’ ex-lover who’s a politician courts her anew which irritates her? Not publicly known, she split with him out his too strict, unreasonable nature of doubting her loyalty.  Even going out with all girls, he would overtly follow her. The actress could no longer stand his behavior so she broke off with him.

Her chum allegedly divulged what the actress voiced out. “Eh kung yung new gf niya iniwan din siya for the same misdeeds why should I I take him back? He will never be a good partner for that unchanged character.”

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