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Ogie Diaz
Roger Diaz Pandaan (born January 2, 1970), known professionally as Ogie Diaz (), is a Filipino comedian, actor, entertainment reporter, and talent manager. He is popularly known as "''Pekto''", the name of his character in the long-running former television show ''Palibhasa Lalake''. Biography Born on 2 January 1970, Díaz was the sixth of eight siblings. His father was killed during a robbery in 1986 when Diaz was 16. Due to this tragedy, Diaz was not able to continue his higher education and focused on show business instead. In 1987, Díaz began his career as an assistant to Cristy Fermin, who remains his close friend up to this date, at ''Mariposa Publications''. In an interview, the latter revealed that he would beg loans from his neighbors for a transportation fare to arrive at Fermin's office at GMA Network. Diaz eventually became a writer during the early '90s; this provided him enough money as his family's breadwinner. Later in his career, Diaz tried his luck on talent m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Quezon City
Quezon City (, ; fil, Lungsod Quezon ), also known as the City of Quezon and Q.C. (read in Filipino as Kyusi), is the List of cities in the Philippines, most populous city in the Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 2,960,048 people. It was founded on October 12, 1939, and was named after Manuel L. Quezon, the List of presidents of the Philippines, second president of the Philippines. The city was intended to be the Capital of the Philippines, national capital of the Philippines that would replace Manila, as the latter was suffering from overcrowding, lack of housing, poor sanitation, and traffic congestion. To create Quezon City, several barrios were carved out from the towns of Caloocan, Marikina, San Juan, Metro Manila, San Juan and Pasig, in addition to the eight vast estates the Philippine government purchased for this purpose. It was officially proclaimed as the national capital on October 12, 1949, and several government departments and i ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Bituin
''Bituin'' (International title: ''Star'') is a 2002 musical Philippine soap opera that was aired by ABS-CBN from September 23, 2002 to May 23, 2003 replacing ''Pangako Sa 'Yo'' and was replaced by ''Basta't Kasama Kita''. It starred Carol Banawa and Desiree del Valle with Nora Aunor and Cherie Gil. The series was re-aired in 2007–2008 through Kapamilya Channel (now S+A International). ''Bituin'' was famously known for the line that Nora Aunor belts out in a high caliber dramatic scene: "Nasaan Nasaan si Bernadette at Melody?" ("Where, where is Bernadette... and Melody?") The li ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
May Isang Pangarap
''May Isang Pangarap'' (International title: ''There's A Dream'' / ) is a 2013 Philippine drama television series directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng, Erick C. Salud, Manny Q. Palo and Claudio "Tots" Sanchez-Mariscal IV. The series stars Vina Morales and Carmina Villarroel, together with leading female child stars Larah Claire Sabroso and Julia Klarisse Base. The series premiered on ABS-CBN's ''Kapamilya Gold'' afternoon block replacing '' MMK Klasiks'' from January 21, 2013 to May 17, 2013, and worldwide on TFC on January 22, 2013. The series was streaming online on YouTube. Cast and characters Main cast * Larah Claire Sabroso as Lara Mariella Francisco Santos * Julia Klarisse Base as Julia Rodriguez * Vina Morales as Karina "Kare" Rodriguez * Carmina Villarroel as Vanessa "Nessa" Francisco Supporting cast * Rico Blanco as Joseph "Otep" Santos * Gloria Diaz as Olivia Rodriguez * Bembol Roco as Turing * Dennis Padilla as Restituto "Resty" Francisco * Shamaine Centenera-Bue ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Showbiz Inside Report
'' Showbiz Inside Report'' (SIR) is a Philippine showbiz oriented talk show broadcast by ABS-CBN, which premiered on February 4, 2012 replacing ''Entertainment Live''. It is hosted by former ''Entertainment Live'' host Ogie Diaz, along with Janice de Belen, Carmina Villaroel and Joey Marquez. On March 23, 2013, Joey Marquez announced that he will leave the show due to political responsibilities. On April 6, 2013, the show celebrated its first anniversary and welcomes Villaroel's husband Zoren Legaspi to replace Marquez as a guest host. retrieved via www.abs-cbnnews.com 04-06-2013 Marquez later returned after he lost the 2013 elections. On September 28, 2013, the show aired its final episode after the network decided t ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Walang Hanggan (TV Series)
''Walang Hanggan'' (International title: ''My Eternal'') is a 2012 Philippine romantic melodrama television series featuring an ensemble cast headed by Coco Martin, Julia Montes, Dawn Zulueta and Richard Gomez. The story is loosely based on the 1991 Gomez-Zulueta starrer ''Hihintayin Kita sa Langit'', a classic film based on the 1847 Emily Brontë novel ''Wuthering Heights''. The series was aired on ABS-CBN's ''Primetime Bida'' evening block and worldwide via The Filipino Channel from January 16, 2012, to October 26, 2012, replacing '' Nasaan Ka, Elisa?'' and was replaced by ''A Beautiful Affair''. The classic drama became a huge hit and maintains the top spot in viewer ratings for most of its run, with its finale episode on October 26, 2012, attaining the highest rating of 45.4% nationwide. Plot summary Cruz sisters Henya and Margaret live together with Joseph Montenegro in the fictional province of Olivarez. Henya sacrificed everything to give Margaret a better life. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mutya
''Mutya'' is a Philippine fantasy series produced and aired by ABS-CBN based on Pablo S. Gomez's comic of the same name. The series introduced child actress Mutya Orquia. The series premiered from January 31, 2011, to May 6, 2011, replacing '' Noah'' on ABS-CBN's primetime slot. Orquia's portrayal of the titular mermaid received acclaim from critics and the show itself garnered high ratings according to KANTAR Media. Its pilot episode garnered 32.6% defeating its rival show Dwarfina in GMA-7. In addition to this, she was also nominated for Best New Female TV Personality in the 2011 PMPC Star Awards for TV and 2011 Gawad Tangi Awards for ''Best TV Child Performer. This series is currently streaming on Jeepney TV YouTube Channel every 7:00 pm & 7:30 pm replacing Rosalka. Series overview Overview Mutya (Mutya Orquia) a child mermaid, was the love child of Cordelia (Precious Lara Quigaman) a human, and Prinsipe Irvin (Alfred Vargas) the Prince of the seaworld kingdom. However, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Entertainment Live
''Entertainment Live'' (also known as ''E-Live'') is a Philippine showbiz oriented talk show broadcast by ABS-CBN airing every Saturday afternoon after the defunct noontime show ''Happy Yipee Yehey!''. The show premiered August 4, 2007, replacing '' Entertainment Konek'' and was first hosted by the ''Pinoy Big Brother'' hosts, Toni Gonzaga, Mariel Rodriguez, and Bianca Gonzales. In 2008, Luis Manzano was added as a co-host of the show. Due to Kris Aquino's absence in her talk shows in 2010, Gonzaga replaced her in '' The Buzz'' while Gonzalez replaced her in '' SNN''. In 2010, the new co-hosts were revealed as Cesca Litton and Nikki Gil replacing them. After ''SNN'' ended airing, Gonzalez returned hosting E-Live. The show officially ended on January 28, 2012, and it was replaced by ''Showbiz Inside Report''. Cast Main Hosts * Bianca Gonzalez (2007–2010, 2011–2012) * Luis Manzano (2008–2012) * Nikki Gil (2010–2012) * Ogie Diaz (2010–2012) Guest Hosts * Bianca Manalo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Momay
''Momay'' is a 2010 Philippine romantic comedy fantasy drama television series loosely based on the comic novel of the same name created by Elena M. Patron and directed by Darnel Joy R. Villaflor, Manny Q. Palo, and Jojo A. Saguin. The series stars child actress Xyriel Manabat in her title role as Miley Buenavidez, with an ensemble cast consisting of Maliksi Morales, Ejay Falcon, Lorna Tolentino, Glydel Mercado, Tyron Perez, and Queenie Padilla, with Lito Pimentel, Pinky Amador, Allan Paule, Eda Nolan, Bettina Carlos, and William Lorenzo in their supporting roles. The series premiered on ABS-CBN's ''Primetime Bida'' nighttime block, replacing ''Tanging Yaman'' from May 24 to September 17, 2010. The story revolves around a little girl who has died and come back as a ghost to protect and guard her family. She persists in her presence while dealing with unfinished business surrounding her family and relatives. Plot Miley, also known by her family as Momay, was the daughter of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
May Bukas Pa (2009 TV Series)
''May Bukas Pa'' () is a Philippine drama television series produced by Dreamscape Entertainment and directed by Jerome Chavez Pobocan, Jojo A. Saguin, and Erick C. Salud. The series features an ensemble cast consisting of Zaijian Jaranilla, Albert Martinez, Dina Bonnevie, Tonton Gutierrez, Maja Salvador, Rayver Cruz, Dominic Ochoa, Desiree del Valle, Precious Lara Quigaman, Lito Pimentel, and Jaime Fabregas. The series aired on ABS-CBN's ''Primetime Bida'' block from February 2, 2009, to February 5, 2010, replacing ''Eva Fonda'' and was replaced by ''Agua Bendita''. The series was the highest rated program on Philippine television for both 2009 and 2010 according to Kantar Media Philippines. Series overview Plot The story revolves around Santino (Zaijian Jaranilla), a wide-eyed young boy who orphaned as a baby before being adopted and raised well by Franciscans. Living in the fictional town of Barangay Bagong Pag-asa, he eventually discovers the ability to see and speak w ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Volta (TV Series)
''Volta'' is a Philippine television series on ABS-CBN, which was broadcast from January 26 to March 15, 2008. The series is a serialization of the 2004 film, '' Volta'', produced by Star Cinema. It was a regional semi-finalist for the 2008 International Emmy Awards under the Comedy Program category. This series was streaming on Jeepney TV YouTube Channel every 7:00 pm and was replaced by Princess Sarah. Synopsis Volta, the Queen of Lightning kicks bad guys with her two children, 220 (Salty) and 110 (Pepper). Her husband, Mark, does not have superpowers and is unaware that his wife Perla is the superheroine Volta on whom he has a crush. The family live a complicated life of secrecy and double-secrecy as Volta tries to balance her life as a superheroine and a homemaker. Aiding her in her complicated life are her best friends Din-Din and Nancy. Complications rise when a villainous "family" surfaces to darken Volta's days and move in on Perla's neighborhood as their next door ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
That's My Doc
''That's My Doc'' is a weekend Philippine comedy sitcom led by actor Aga Muhlach on ABS-CBN. It premiered on July 29, 2007 and ended on October 4, 2008 and was replaced by ''Banana Split''. Synopsis This time, Dr. Agaton will play as a pediatrician, who decided to seek greener pastures in the United States by becoming a nurse. As it is his personal mission to help other people, Agaton gradually made his way up, and soon, he was recognized as one of the best nurses in the hospital he's working in! However, it seems that fame and fortune are unable to fill the longing in Agaton's heart. A pang of homesickness sets in, and he eventually decides to go back to the Philippines, and take a vacation with his Tita Ocs, his childhood guardian, while his own parents were in the States. Will he find what he's looking for here in the country? Cast Main cast *Aga Muhlach as Dr. Agaton "Doc Aga" Abogado *Raffy De Lara as Osmundo Flores *Nova Villa as Octavella "Tita Ocs" Flores *Roderick Paulat ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ABS-CBN Corporation
ABS-CBN Corporation is a Filipino media company based in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines. It is the largest entertainment and media conglomerate in the Philippines. It is a subsidiary of Lopez Holdings Corporation which is owned by the López family ABS-CBN was formed by the merger of Alto Broadcasting System (ABS) and Chronicle Broadcasting Network (CBN). ABS was founded in 1946 by American electronics engineer James Lindenberg as Bolinao Electronics Corporation (BEC). In 1952, BEC was renamed Alto Broadcasting System (ABS) with its corporate name, Alto Sales Corporation after Judge Antonio Quirino, brother of President Elpidio Quirino, purchased the company and later launched the first TV station in the country, DZAQ-TV on October 23, 1953. The company that would later be merged with ABS to form ABS-CBN was founded in 1956 as Chronicle Broadcasting Network, Inc. (CBN) by Eugenio Lopez Sr. and his brother Fernando Lopez, who was the sitting Vice President of the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
