Trivia:
In the ‘60s, the late movie director Ben Feleo was in demand in showbiz, became noted as the frequent helmer of the films produced by the deceased Amalia Fuentes under AM Productions. Truth to tell, Ben was the one who backed me up me to Amalia as publicist of the said firm. This paved the way to my closeness to Amalia and her siblings Alex and the late Cheng Muhlach.
When the villainess queen the deceased Zeny Zabala embarked on lead roles via NGI Productions owned by Narciso Isidro (the late grandpa of actress Agot isidro), Zeny hired me too as her personal pro through the prodding of Ben. In this light I handled also the promotion of Zeny’s lead role in Mother Dear.
For the record, Zeny heightened her acting profession upon receiving her initial best actress award at the Quezon City Film Festival via the mentioned flick. Subsequently, Zeny’s other starrers on the natives of Mountain province Kalinga and about the devotees of Virgin Mary jn the opus Milagro ng Birhen ng Penafrancia shot in Naga City, Bicol handed her best actress nomination in several award giving bodies.
This writer had the chance to witness the actual filming of the said vehicles, my first time to be in the Mountain province and Naga City. Cheerfully, through joining Zeny in Naga, I was reunited with my chums from Bicol who were my classmates in college.
One time, Ben introduced meto his son with the screen name Johnny Delgado. Of course, I couldn’t say no to Ben who wanted me be Johnny promo man. All told, Johnny gained fame as action star, a stuntman that he was too. Just like Ben, Johnny was responsible to uplift my PR job. For actually, his barkada then the late Nida Blanca, Bert Leroy Jr. and the still active Eddie Gutierrez opted to hire me to be their publicists, through Johnny’s good words about me.
After Ben’s demise, Johnny took major roles, proving his versatility to emote an ultimately bad guy or the lead actor’s close pal. Prior to his death, Johnny finally found his true love actress Laurice Guillen and blessed with a talented daughter Ina Feleo who joined showbiz.
As of this time, Laurice’s directorial skills be in the movie o TV projects have been magnified, what with her awards to boot. As Ina veritably uttered, “I’ve learned a lot from my mom, especially in my TV assignments na siya ang nagdirek.”
If Ben and Johnny were alive, for sure the duo would be so proud of Laurice and Ina.
Latest on Sarah and Anne
A blithe Sarah Geronimo was the first to congratulate her hubby Matteo Guidecelli during his oath taking as the newly chosen Youth Ambassador of the Philippines. Matteo’s splendid service as an Army Reservist and his assiduous assistance to the young people have been credited as reported.
About his reply to an interview, their supposed second wedding in Italy was cancelled due to corona virus pandemic, no such thing was planned, Sarah nodded. She asserted both of them concentrate to furnish, make valuable arrangement in their new house in Makati City.
On other side, couple Anne Curtis and Erwan Heusaff are overjoyed to be blessed with their baby named Dahlia. Anne admits that it will take long time before she reactivates her showbiz career to be with her daughter always. She’s happy Erwan does not discourage her to reactivate her showbiz profession.
Lea’s Proud not Against Moira’s New Feat
On the news that millennial songstress Moira dela Torre was the final choice to sing the theme song Reflection in the remake of Walt Disney flick Mulan, Lea Salonga exudes glee, proud of her and not against her feat. As we all know, Lea was the original star of Mulan who belted Reflection.
Also under ABS-CBN network, Lea has witnessed the rise of Moira from a tyro to an accomplished singer. Lea took cognizance of her talent, not surprised to be chosen. In return, Moira with no averse, Lea has impacted her to be more competent being one of those who have inspired her to do better. So that’s it, a mutual admiration for the two.
Curiously, some Lea’s ardent fans didn’t favor why Moira was handpicked for Lea remains active and still the best to render Reflection.
What’s in Store for Aga’s Twin Kids?
At the age of 18, Aga Muhlach and ex-beauty queen-actress Charlene Gonzalez’s son Andres is the latest model of local fashion brand Bench. His twin sister Atassha who prioritizes on her studies does modeling job too. The general consensus the twins will surely reach the upper ladder of fame in showbiz if given the chance.
If ever, Aga has no qualms if the twins try acting. But just like Charlene both abet the duo to initially finish a college course. “ I believe Andres and Atassha won’t disappoint me and Charlene. As it is, gusto rin ni Atasha to try beauty pageant just like her mom who was Miss Universe runner up.” Aga enthused.
Well, the twins have mutual admiration for their parents, especially with Aga’s phenomenal screen comeback recently.
Sharon Proves Detractors Wrong
For more than two months after the talks Sharon Cuneta and KC Concepcion put a wall between the two, detractors misjudged them. They insisted out the enmity of the mother-daughter to each other, to be on good terms again wont’ occur or would take for long. In her Instagram, Sharon expressed her great love, with a prayer for KC’s success at her new You Tube channel.
Accoutered with gratefulness, KC opened up of not being a perfect daughter bur proud to be showered with love and understanding by her mom. In her Instagram, KC retaliated to what bashers threw to her and Sharon. “Ano ba kayo with the terrible corona virus ruining people, masama pa rin iniisip ninyo.”
Sad News on Christopher and Liberty
The showbiz world has been saddened by Christopher de Leon being tested positive of corona virus infection. With confidence Boyet allays supporters that he will soon recover. He also asked the cast, crew of his TV series to undergo test, self-quarantine to be safe. But a blabber-mouthed accused one of co-actors in the series was to be blamed. Allegedly, that person’s the first to get the said virus.
Colleagues and elderly people have mourned the demise of ex-actress Liberty Ilagan who died of heart attack at 76. She was the contemporary of Susan Roces and the late Amalia Fuentes under Sampaguita Pictures. A good chum, even distance apart we communicated via face book. Eternal peace be with you.
Blind Item:
Two actresses have reacted in contrast to the rants of their bashers. The older one felt hurt but simply replied. “ Ah, when will you learn? At times like this it’s not showy to aid victims of COVID-19. Rather than criticize, please display humanitarian acts.”
The younger actress got enraged by the insults thrown. Nagmura siya, saying kayo ang mga walang kuenta.” As a scribe pointed out it’s because the older actress has a cool, benign nature. The other is noted to be maleficent even to co-workers.
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Could it be true Arci Munoz was kicked out in her TV series out of her attitude problem? Arci Munoz controverted for beforehand she knew her character would die. And judging from what the hosts, crew of TV noontime show where she regularly appears, Arci has a doughty nature and pleasant to work with, contrary to the rumor.