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Margaret Nales Wilson
Margaret Nales Wilson, known as Maggie Wilson (born March 15, 1989), is a Filipino-British beauty queen, TV personality, actress, model and entrepreneur. Early life Wilson was born in Bacolod City and raised in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. One of the two children to Robert and Sonia Wilson, she is of Scottish, Irish, Filipino, and Chinese descent. Wilson attended Al Hekma International School and later SoFA Design Institute, School of Interior Design. She was an accomplished competitive swimmer and show jumper before moving to Manila, Philippines in 2004. Career Wilson's first TV appearance was for GMA Network 7's ''Kakabakaba Adventure'' (2003) where she was a regular cast member until the show ended in 2004. Between 2003 and 2011, Wilson appeared and starred in several TV series and soap operas. With supporting roles in '' All Together Now'' (2004), ''Encantadia'' (2005), ''Darna'' (2005), ''Asian Treasures'' (2007) and ''Joaquin Bordado'' (2008). As part of the main cast in ''S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wilson (name)
Wilson is an English, Scottish, and Northern Irish surname, common in the English-speaking world, with several distinct origins. The name is derived from a patronymic form of ''Will'', a popular medieval name. The medieval ''Will'' is derived from any of several names containing Old Norse or the first Germanic element ''wil'', meaning "desire". Possibly the most common of these names was ''William'', derived from elements ''wil'' and ''helm'', meaning "desire" and "helmet", "protection". The surname ''Wilson'' is first recorded in England as ''Willeson'' in 1324 and in Scotland as ''Wulson'' in 1405. It is the seventh most common surname in England, and tenth most common in the United States, occurring 783,051 times as of 2000. Wilson is also now quite common as a surname in many other countries with a large English-speaking population such as Canada, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand. Wilson is the third most common surname in Scotland. In the 16th and 17th century the s ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Asian Treasures
''Asian Treasures'' is a 2007 Philippine television drama adventure series broadcast by GMA Network. The series marked as the first Philippine television drama series to be filmed in Mongolia, Thailand and China, and is one of the most expensive television series in the Philippine television costing more than 140 million Philippine pesos. Directed by Eric Quizon, it stars Robin Padilla and Angel Locsin. It premiered on January 15, 2007 on the network's Telebabad line up replacing '' Captain Barbell''. The series concluded on June 29, 2007 with a total of 118 episodes. It was replaced by ''Mga Mata ni Anghelita'' in its timeslot. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Robin Padilla as Elias Pinaglabanan / Susi / Diego * Angel Locsin as Gabriela Agoncillo / Emma / Abigail Mediran ;Supporting cast * Marvin Agustin as Hector Madrigal *Diana Zubiri as Ingrid Vargas / Urduja *Eddie Garcia as Wakan U. Matadtu / Supremo / Datu Makatunaw *Ronaldo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Encantadia (2005 TV Series)
''Encantadia'' is a 2005 Philippine television drama fantasy series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is the first installment of the Encantadia franchise. Directed by Mark A. Reyes, it stars Sunshine Dizon, Iza Calzado, Karylle, Diana Zubiri, Dingdong Dantes and Jennylyn Mercado. It premiered on May 2, 2005 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on December 9, 2005 with a total of 160 episodes. It was replaced by '' Etheria: Ang Ikalimang Kaharian ng Encantadia'' in its timeslot. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Premise In the land of Encantadia, the Sang'gre sisters Alena, Danaya, Amihan and Pirena are designated guardians of four kingdoms within Encantadia. Trusted by the four gems that will keel the peace in the entire land. The ambition of Pirena will destroy this peace. It is one against three, it is sister against sisters. Cast and characters ;Lead cast *Dingdong Dantes as Ybarro / Ybrahim *Sunshine Dizon as Pirena *Iza Calzado as Amihan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Saang Sulok Ng Langit
''Saang Sulok ng Langit'' (International title: ''Heaven's Corner'' / ) is a 2005 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Ruel S. Bayani, it stars Maxene Magalona, Raymond Bagatsing and Oyo Boy Sotto. It premiered on January 3, 2005, replacing '' Leya, ang Pinakamagandang Babae sa Ilalim ng Lupa''. The series concluded on August 12, 2005, with a total of 158 episodes. It was replaced by ''Kung Mamahalin Mo Lang Ako'' in its timeslot. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Raymond Bagatsing as Vergel * Oyo Boy Sotto as Marky * Maxene Magalona as Gemma ;Supporting cast * Jennifer Sevilla as Alona * Alicia Mayer as Juliana * Dindin Llarena as Joanna * Jay Manalo as Dante * Maggie Wilson as Bettina * Bing Loyzaga as Odette * January Isaac as Evelyn * Karla Estrada as Liana * Raquel Villavicencio as Amparo * Rich Vergara as Tommy * Andrew Shimmer as Nicolo * Reggie Curley as Ronald * John Medina as Justin * Jj Zamora as Butil ;Recurring cast * Harlene ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Instagram
Instagram is a photo and video sharing social networking service owned by American company Meta Platforms. The app allows users to upload media that can be edited with filters and organized by hashtags and geographical tagging. Posts can be shared publicly or with preapproved followers. Users can browse other users' content by tag and location, view trending content, like photos, and follow other users to add their content to a personal feed. Instagram was originally distinguished by allowing content to be framed only in a square (1:1) aspect ratio of 640 pixels to match the display width of the iPhone at the time. In 2015, this restriction was eased with an increase to 1080 pixels. It also added messaging features, the ability to include multiple images or videos in a single post, and a Stories feature—similar to its main competitor Snapchat—which allowed users to post their content to a sequential feed, with each post accessible to others for 24 hours. As of Janu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marc Saw Nelson
Marc Saw Nelson, better known as Marc Nelson, is a Burmese and Australian television host and model mostly credited for being one of Philippine television's most visible and prominent personalities. Personal life Nelson was born in Sydney, Australia. His mother has Anglo-Burmese blood, born in Scotland and raised in Burma and Thailand, while his father is of Burmese Chinese origin but migrated to Australia. He graduated with a Science Degree in human geography, a course similar to social anthropology. Since the age of 7, Nelson and his family have been traveling and living in all of the flung corners of the globe. He has managed to visit over 40 countries and lived in seven of them. After living in such diverse countries as Tanzania, Kenya, Hong Kong, Canada as well as his native Australia, Nelson found his true calling in the Philippines. Nelson was formerly linked to actress Patricia Javier. He was also linked to Miss Earth 2004 Priscilla Meirelles, where he was the host/pre ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Metro Channel
Metro Channel (formerly Lifestyle (Network), visually rendered in its logo in all capital letters as METRO CHANNEL) is a Philippine pay television channel based in Quezon City. It is owned by Creative Programs Inc., a subsidiary of media conglomerate ABS-CBN Corporation. Its programming is composed primarily of lifestyle and entertainment shows targeted to upscale women. The channel was officially launched on 2 April 2018, and it was named after Metro Magazine, one of the leading lifestyle magazines in the country published by ABS-CBN Publishing. The channel became available on G Sat Channel 70 on October 5, 2020 and on January 4, 2021 on Cignal Channel 69 replacing the channel space of Disney XD Asia. A video on demand service for Metro Channel shows are available via IWantTFC. Programming blocks * Home & Living on Metro Channel - focused on home improvements, room makeovers, interior design and modern living. * Food & Travel on Metro Channel - focused on food, travel and adv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
TV5 (Philippines)
TV5 (also known as 5 and formerly known as ABC) is a Philippine free-to-air television network based in Mandaluyong, with its alternate studios located in Novaliches, Quezon City. It is the flagship property of TV5 Network, Inc. with Cignal TV as its main content provider, both owned by MediaQuest Holdings, the multimedia arm of Philippine-based telecommunications company PLDT. TV5 is also formally referred to as "The ''Kapatid'' Network", the Filipino term for "sibling", which was introduced in 2010. Named after its flagship station in Metro Manila, DWET-TV, which are carried in VHF Channel 5 (analog broadcast) and UHF Channel 51 (digital test broadcast; the latter is licensed to TV5's sister company Mediascape/Cignal TV), TV5 is also broadcasting to seven other owned-and-operated stations and seven affiliate television stations nationwide, as well as on all cable and satellite TV providers nationwide. Its programming is also available outside the Philippines through Kapatid ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Philippines' Next Top Model
''Philippines’ Next Top Model'' (abbreviated ''PNTM'' and ''PhNTM'') is a Filipino reality competition where aspiring models compete for the title of Philippines' Next Top Model and a chance to begin their career in the modeling industry. The first season (referred to as "cycles") premiered on RPN on March 13, 2007. In late 2012, ETC announced a second local ''Top Model'' adaptation, called ''Top Model Philippines'' with a complete set of judges, but it was suspended in June 2013. However, the second cycle, renamed ''Philippines' Next Top Model: High Street'' started airing on March 21, 2017, on TV5. The first cycle of the series was presented by Ruffa Gutierrez, with cycle 2 being presented by Maggie Wilson. The series employs a panel of four to six judges. The original panel consisted of Gutierrez, Wilma Doesn't, Pauline Sauco, Robby Carmona, Vince Uy, and Xander Angeles before the entire panel was replaced with Wilson, Kylie Verzosa, Rainer Dagala, and Raphael Kiefer in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Parul Shah
Parul Quitola Shah is an Indian-Filipino model and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Binibining Pilipinas Tourism 2014 at the Binibining Pilipinas 2014. In 2015, she was appointed as Binibining Pilipinas Grand International 2015. Pageantry She competed at the Binibining Pilipinas 2013 pageant and was chosen as one of the 15 semi-finalists. She decided to once again compete in Binibining Pilipinas and entered the 2014 edition on 30 March 2014, where she was crowned Binibining Pilipinas Tourism 2014 by the outgoing titleholder Binibining Pilipinas Tourism 2013, Joanna Cindy Miranda. However she could not compete in the said pageant as the pageant never happened. Parul Shah was handpicked to represent the Philippines at Miss Grand International 2015, where she placed 3rd Runner-up. Shah represented the Mountain Province during the Turismo Pilipina 2008 pageant. Post Pageantry In 2016, Shah won the fifth season of ''The Amazing Race Asia'' with Maggie Wilson Ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Amazing Race Asia
''The Amazing Race Asia'' is an Asian adventure reality game show based on the international ''Amazing Race'' franchise. Following the premise of other versions of the format, the show follows teams of two as they race across Asia and around the world. Each season is split into legs, with teams tasked to deduce clues, navigate themselves in foreign areas, interact with locals, perform physical and mental challenges, and travel by air, boat, car, taxi, and other modes of transport. Teams are progressively eliminated at the end of most legs for being the last to arrive at designated Pit Stops. The first team to arrive at the Finish Line wins the grand prize of 100,000. The Asian cable TV network AXN Asia was among the first to acquire the rights to produce a version of ''The Amazing Race'' for its territories. The first few seasons of the series were produced by Australian television production company ActiveTV and Sony Pictures Television Networks, in association with Disney Media ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Amazing Race Asia 5
''The Amazing Race Asia 5'' is the fifth season of ''The Amazing Race Asia'', a reality television game show based on the American series ''The Amazing Race''. The fifth installment of the show returned after a 6-year hiatus and featured eleven teams of two for the first time in the Asia's version of franchise, each with a pre-existing relationship, in a race across Southeast Asia to win US$100,000. The season premiered on 13 October 2016 and the finale aired on 15 December 2016. Allan Wu returned to host his fifth season of ''The Amazing Race Asia'' and eleventh season of ''The Amazing Race'' franchise overall. Wu was paired up with Tara Basro, an Indonesian film actress in hosting this season while in Indonesia. Beauty queens Parul Shah and Maggie Wilson from the Philippines were the winners of this season, marking the Philippines's second consecutive win in ''The Amazing Race Asia''. Production Development and filming On 20 May 2016, Sony Pictures Television (SPT) Network ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
