Since actor-politician Jolo Revilla divulged he has revived the Imus Productions founded by his grandpa ex-senator Ramon Revilla via the trilogy film titled Tres, not a few anticipated his girlfriend for years Jodi Sta. Maria would be his leading lady. How surprised they are upon the mention of Jolo he’ll team up with GMA-7 actress Rhian Ramos.
Gossips brew around that allegedly Jodi rejected Jolo’s movie offer brought about by the duo’s labile relationship that might end up in splitsville. In any case, Jolo’s’s camp brazenly mattered Jodi has hectic schedules under ABS-CBN and Star Cinema. Understandably so, Jolo did not bother to contact Jodi on that flick, so they say. In any case, the two sustain a solid togetherness, not on a brink of break up.
Incidentally, Jolo’s younger brother Bryan co-stars in the said project, so with Luigi, the son of their dad ex senator Bong Revilla by a non-showbiz girl. Oh yes, Bong’s wife, actress-politician Lani Mercado has no qualms to welcome Luigi in her family, much to the delight of Bong.
Trivia:
From the late ‘40s to this generation, the most senior showbiz celebrities either had passed way or opted to quit the acting world. Three of them remain active within the camera range. Each one has credentials to boot despite their old age. They’re none other than Gloria Romero, Gloria Sevilla and the oldest actor still active Eddie Garcia.
To recall, Gloria Romero, a Pangasinan bred beauty, was declared Philippine Movie Queen in the ‘50s. But she underwent rough sailing prior to her stardom. Starting as starlet in Premiere Productions, the late Dr. Jose Perez handed her the break in lead roles in Palasig, Monghita and Cofradia, among others.
Significantly, Gloria tucked in her belt the box office star tag in comedy stuffs, Dalagang Ilocana, Kurdapya, Despatsadora, Bim, Bam Bum, Hong kong Holiday, all top hits. Not only that, Gloria earned the distinction of the first to win the best actress award in non-drama opus through Dalagang Ilocana handed by FAMAS body.
All these years, Gloria never ceases to display her limber capabilities be it in drama and rib-tckling roles. Currently, she banners the weekly TV fantasy program Daig ka ng Lola Ko for GMA-7. Her only daughter Maritess by the late Juancho Gutierrez sustains success also as businesswoman.
A Cebuana beauty, Gloria Sevilla was tagged the Visayan Movie Queen at the height of Visayan movie industry. Her reel love team with Mat Ranillo Sr. culminated in marriage. The couple decided to try their luck in Manila. Movie producers took cognizance of their acting acumen, with major characters given to them.
At the demise of Mat, Gloria had opted to accept movie assignments while her son Mat Ranillo Jr. joined his mom in showbiz and became teen heartthrob. Later, Gloria tied the marital knots with Amado Cortes, the sibling of actors Jose and Carlos Padilla. When Amado was appointed Philippine consul in U.S., Gloria left showbiz indefinitely to be with Amado in U.S.
On the death of Amado, Gloria enplaned back to Manila, received acting job anew consistently. Her latest is the Tele serye Asintado for ABS-CBN as Julia Montes’ grandma. Interestingly, Gloria’s grandaughter Krista Ranillo once turned actress too and once romantically linked to world boxing champ Manny Pacquiao. She’s happily settled now in U.S.
Considered the oldest actor happens to be Eddie Garcia. He not only bagged acting awards in lead and villain parts that beckoned him the FAMAS Hall of Fame for more than five trophies. Eddie distinguished himself an award winning movie director also for drama, action stuffs as well. He’s in the cast of boob tube top rater Ang Probinsyano and the new Cine Malaya movie about Martial Law.
Rayver Cruz Unexpected Move
Actor-dancer Rayver Cruz obfuscates her followers due to his unexpected move to leave Star Magic, the in charge of ABS-CBN talents and artists. Its head Nhila Mallari confirmed it at her social media account with goodbye photo with him. Does it mean Rayver would soon bid goodbye to Kapamilya network? Much more, he was visible at the bash tendered by GMA-7 stars.
Come to think of it, in the past Rayver had been handed major roles in the series of ABS-CBN station. However, lately he’s relegated to the background sans any assignments, unlike his colleagues. Could it be true GMA-7 offers him better chances to make it big? For the record, Rayver’s sibling Rodjin Cruz is a Kapuso actor. In the latest tele serye Di Ko Kayang Iwan Ka, he co-stars with Jasmin Kurdi and Mike Tan.
Vhong, Vice Ganda Irk Each Other?
The often exchange of the seeming abominable jokes of Vhong Navarro and Vice Ganda at the TV noontime show It’s showtime have confounded the audience and home viewers with a query. Are the two having personal misunderstandings, angry at each other?
Just recently, on the air a somewhat irritated Vice Ganda threw words to Vhong that the latter should leave the show and Wally Bayola of Eat Bulaga would be the best replacement, then left Vhong on the stage. Of course, co-workers expounded that was a part of the show just for fun. Others opine there’s indeed something overt on their uncontrolled emotions.
Controversial TV Survey of Kantar
A source from the Philippines did hush-hush to this writer that GMA-7 people and the station’s followers laughed off the release of Kantar recently. Its TV survey stated that from morning, afternoon and evening programs ABS-CBN beats all the programs of GMA-7. Their claim points out that since Kantar was founded it obviously favored the Kapamilya network compared to other TV survey groups which would report which shows really lead in viewership, whether from ABS-CBN, GMA-7 or even TV-5.
Most notable was Kantar’s report that Eat Bulaga has always been beaten by wide margin by It’s Showtime while AGB Nielsen, Urban Philippines announced it has remained on top viewership for many decades, unbeatable as ever. However, an insider from Kantar asserted that its survey has always been on the basis of the actual surveys of viewership all over the country, not biased at all.
Julia’s Most Touching Moment
After meeting her father for the first time in 2016, Julia Montes was reunited with Martin Schmittka anew in London, United Kingdom. Julia had a show in Scotland so she opted to take a trip to London to be with her dad who’s deaf-mute. Julia posted her most touching Father’s day moment with him in her social media account.
Growing up with her maternal grandmother in the Philippines sans her parents, this did not halt the dream to aggrandize as a person and in showbiz. Currently, Julia’s one of the most popular, versatile celebrities under ABS-CBN. Her TV series Asintado sustains high viewership out of its intense action-drama sequences.
Blind Item:
Bashers not only abashed but insulted the daughter of a handsome actor by a non-showbiz woman. They comment that she and her mom are both ‘mukhang tsimay or kasangbahay.’ That she’s unlike her ,half sisters, lovely and well known in showbiz. Rather than to have acrimony, she pleads them to be respectful to others.
In fairness, her lovely siblings commiserate with her and counter, “My sister is a beautiful person in and out. Please refrain from maligning her.” If anything, this proves protectiveness among the siblings.
Latest Tidbits:
Two years after the birth of her daughter Isabella, Mariel Rodriguez has returned to TV show It’s Showtime as co-host. She admits that if her hubby Robin Padilla rejected her TV comeback, she’d halt her hosting job. A smiling Robin told scribes Isabella loves to see her mom on TV so there’s no issue.
“Pero kung ayaw ng anak ko, pipigilan ko si iMariel.” Robin apprised pen pushers
Kris Aquino and actor turned politician Dan Fernandez have been added to the list of vocal admirers of Alden Richards. Kris praises Alden to the hilt but does not scruple to say he’s an ideal screen partner. “In my dream movie I want him to be my leading man.” Kris wrote in her media account.
In the case of Dan who’s the mayor of Sta. Rosa, Laguna, Alden is among his constituents and a pal even before Alden won Ginoong Laguna 2010. Dan sized him as truly a sincere, nice person with inherent desire to aid the needy ones. “I admire Alden more out of his grateful nature. “ Dan remarked.
Ah, some netizens have surmised that Kris and Dan are mere users of Alden for publicity purposes being one of the top celebrities hereabouts. What can you expect from bashers who love to razz personalities.
