At a press conference for ABS-CBN’s soon-to-be-ending teleserye “Annaliza,” its writer and first director, Gil Soriano, said that Andrea Brillantes is going to be the next Judy Ann Santos. A very flattered Andrea, the current Annaliza, said she’s happy “na nagustuhan niya (Soriano) ang remake namin ng ‘Annaliza.’”
ABS-CBN business unit head and director Ruel Bayani affirmed that the show captivated the hearts of Filipino viewers the whole 10 months that it aired, going on to make Andrea the Philippine television’s next big tween superstar. “She really has a big future ahead of her. With her looks and great acting chops, she will definitely go far. She has the makings of a massive star and she’s on her way to becoming one. We’re very thankful na nagmarka ang portrayal niya of Annaliza,” he said.
A lot has changed in Andrea’s life. Her newfound fame has made her a household name. Her portrayal of the TV heroine also earned her a Best Child Performer award at the 2013 PMPC Star Awards for Television.
Andrea related, “Many people want to take photos with me now. I also gained more followers on Twitter and Instagram, and I feel that more people love me.”
She feels a bit sad that “Annaliza” is nearing its end. Among activities she will miss include, working with “my best friend Kyline (Alcantara), my Tatay (Zanjoe Marudo), and the rest of the cast… but that’s just how it is.”
Asked what she has learned from working in the series, Andrea said, “Maging mabait sa kapwa at kahit may masamang gawin sa ‘yo huwag patulan because vengeance is not ours, it’s God’s.”
Andrea hopes that she would be able to work with the likes of Anne Curtis, Kim Chiu, Bea Alonzo and Daniel Padilla in the near future.
Andrea turned 11 last March 12. She is a Grade 5 pupil at the Ambassador School for Children in Quezon City.
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Tanauan’s First ‘Parade Of Lights’
The first “Parade of Lights” set the main road of Tanauan City ablaze with colorful floats in various glittery designs attracting thousands of people.
The meeting last March 8 was attended by several celebrities, among them were Melanie Marquez, Dr. Vicki Belo and Jobert Sucaldito.
Melanie, 1979 Miss International, praised the “Parade of Lights,” describing it as inspiring.
Tanauan City Mayor Tony Halili agreed, saying he never expected the huge number of people who watched the parade, especially as it was the first time.
“We needed this kind of a project,” Mayor Halili said. “We earnestly believe it will help promote tourism in this part of the country in the long run.”
The “Parade of Lights” was held with the support of the Tanauan Rotary Club, and all the participating barangays in the city.
Irene Tabing, current president of the Tanauan Metro Rotary Club, stressed that, as grand as the first one had been, the next “Parade of Lights” will even be more extensive.
Mayor Halili, who’s on his first term, was recently thrown into the limelight having made a thief, whom he described as a “recidivist,” do a “walk of shame.”
“I was aware that there were so many negatives comments especially from social media, but I also got overwhelming support from my constituents. How else can you discipline recidivists?”
He was asked if he was aping Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, but he laughed it off, saying, “He has done so much for Davao. I am only a newborn compared to him.”
Mayor Halili stressed that his major thrust is peace and order. “I am the first mayor here who declared that illegal drugs have no place in Tanauan. And I told those involved in the nefarious and illegal business to immediately leave the city, and they did.”
The construction of Tanauan’s new city hall and a public market is now underway.
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Potential Beauty Queen Is A Nurse
One of the prospective winners in this year’s Bb. Pilipinas Pageant is Ladylyn Riva, candidate No. 39. She is a registered nurse and has worked at the Aklan Mission Hospital for a year.
Ladylyn was one of the most applauded candidates during a recent fashion show presentation. She wore a fabulous gown inspired by the Ati-Atihan festival as created by Cherry Samuya Veric.
Ladylyn was raised by her grandmother. Her mom, married to an italian, lives abroad.
Ladylyn was a Miss Casino Pilipino title holder. She was a Bb. Pilipinas semi-finalist in 2011. She supports the Bb. Pilipinas advocacies and was once involved in giving joy to the children of poverty-stricken Payatas and the aged residents of Kanlungan ni Maria.
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Tidbits: Happy birthday greetings today, March 19, go to Joey Albert, Joe Nicolas, Girlie Rodis, Bibsy Carballo, Kay Seva Rebano, Mon Confiado, Lila Shahani, Mark Gosingtian, Josie Vergel de Dios, Margarita Castro, Sam Bayani Ortiz, Mercedes “Nena” Sunico, Josie Tobias, Jocelyn M. Gerilla, Tina Tolentino, Aloha Joyce “AJ” Calino, Juna Rebekah Cadungog, Josie delos Reyes, Joy Conde Cruz, Mara Schinitka, Dane Ishen Perdguerra turned 1, Kagawad Nellie de Castro of Brgy. San Nicholas 1, Bacoor City, Cavite, Jea Kristel Salvador, MB’s graphic artists Robert M. Tabor II and Joseph “Oteph” Antipolo and Mara Montes of Star Magic… March 20: singer Dessa, Zardo Austria, Josie Saddul, Nellie Yap, Ronnie Tabora, Jun Suarez, Arnel Martin, Bob Serrano, Buboy Machilejos, Nenette Young, Carol Bautista, Theresa Lorraine Lizardo, Maridol Ranoa-Bismark of Yahoo! Philippines, John Lindres, JP Fenix and MB’s Badette Cunanan…March 21: former Central Bank Gov. Gabby Singson, Ben Pangilinan, Carmita Francisco, Francis Sacay, Estela F. Nabong, Venus Duran Robinson, Len Aligayo, Charity Yude-Salvador, Yulo Soliano, Anthony Yupangco, Gerald Gapud Pongpong, Lilia Henson Cruz, Marlili Villegas, Mon Crespo, Junne Quintana, Rocco Nacino, Jeron Teng of De La Salle Green Archers and Lotlot de Leon…Belated b-day greetings to Rockie Caro (March 18) and Kenneth A. Reguados turns 2 (March 13)…
ABS-CBN business unit head and director Ruel Bayani affirmed that the show captivated the hearts of Filipino viewers the whole 10 months that it aired, going on to make Andrea the Philippine television’s next big tween superstar. “She really has a big future ahead of her. With her looks and great acting chops, she will definitely go far. She has the makings of a massive star and she’s on her way to becoming one. We’re very thankful na nagmarka ang portrayal niya of Annaliza,” he said.
A lot has changed in Andrea’s life. Her newfound fame has made her a household name. Her portrayal of the TV heroine also earned her a Best Child Performer award at the 2013 PMPC Star Awards for Television.
Andrea related, “Many people want to take photos with me now. I also gained more followers on Twitter and Instagram, and I feel that more people love me.”
She feels a bit sad that “Annaliza” is nearing its end. Among activities she will miss include, working with “my best friend Kyline (Alcantara), my Tatay (Zanjoe Marudo), and the rest of the cast… but that’s just how it is.”
Asked what she has learned from working in the series, Andrea said, “Maging mabait sa kapwa at kahit may masamang gawin sa ‘yo huwag patulan because vengeance is not ours, it’s God’s.”
Andrea hopes that she would be able to work with the likes of Anne Curtis, Kim Chiu, Bea Alonzo and Daniel Padilla in the near future.
Andrea turned 11 last March 12. She is a Grade 5 pupil at the Ambassador School for Children in Quezon City.
• • •
Tanauan’s First ‘Parade Of Lights’
The first “Parade of Lights” set the main road of Tanauan City ablaze with colorful floats in various glittery designs attracting thousands of people.
The meeting last March 8 was attended by several celebrities, among them were Melanie Marquez, Dr. Vicki Belo and Jobert Sucaldito.
Melanie, 1979 Miss International, praised the “Parade of Lights,” describing it as inspiring.
Tanauan City Mayor Tony Halili agreed, saying he never expected the huge number of people who watched the parade, especially as it was the first time.
“We needed this kind of a project,” Mayor Halili said. “We earnestly believe it will help promote tourism in this part of the country in the long run.”
The “Parade of Lights” was held with the support of the Tanauan Rotary Club, and all the participating barangays in the city.
Irene Tabing, current president of the Tanauan Metro Rotary Club, stressed that, as grand as the first one had been, the next “Parade of Lights” will even be more extensive.
Mayor Halili, who’s on his first term, was recently thrown into the limelight having made a thief, whom he described as a “recidivist,” do a “walk of shame.”
“I was aware that there were so many negatives comments especially from social media, but I also got overwhelming support from my constituents. How else can you discipline recidivists?”
He was asked if he was aping Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, but he laughed it off, saying, “He has done so much for Davao. I am only a newborn compared to him.”
Mayor Halili stressed that his major thrust is peace and order. “I am the first mayor here who declared that illegal drugs have no place in Tanauan. And I told those involved in the nefarious and illegal business to immediately leave the city, and they did.”
The construction of Tanauan’s new city hall and a public market is now underway.
• • •
Potential Beauty Queen Is A Nurse
One of the prospective winners in this year’s Bb. Pilipinas Pageant is Ladylyn Riva, candidate No. 39. She is a registered nurse and has worked at the Aklan Mission Hospital for a year.
Ladylyn was one of the most applauded candidates during a recent fashion show presentation. She wore a fabulous gown inspired by the Ati-Atihan festival as created by Cherry Samuya Veric.
Ladylyn was raised by her grandmother. Her mom, married to an italian, lives abroad.
Ladylyn was a Miss Casino Pilipino title holder. She was a Bb. Pilipinas semi-finalist in 2011. She supports the Bb. Pilipinas advocacies and was once involved in giving joy to the children of poverty-stricken Payatas and the aged residents of Kanlungan ni Maria.
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Tidbits: Happy birthday greetings today, March 19, go to Joey Albert, Joe Nicolas, Girlie Rodis, Bibsy Carballo, Kay Seva Rebano, Mon Confiado, Lila Shahani, Mark Gosingtian, Josie Vergel de Dios, Margarita Castro, Sam Bayani Ortiz, Mercedes “Nena” Sunico, Josie Tobias, Jocelyn M. Gerilla, Tina Tolentino, Aloha Joyce “AJ” Calino, Juna Rebekah Cadungog, Josie delos Reyes, Joy Conde Cruz, Mara Schinitka, Dane Ishen Perdguerra turned 1, Kagawad Nellie de Castro of Brgy. San Nicholas 1, Bacoor City, Cavite, Jea Kristel Salvador, MB’s graphic artists Robert M. Tabor II and Joseph “Oteph” Antipolo and Mara Montes of Star Magic… March 20: singer Dessa, Zardo Austria, Josie Saddul, Nellie Yap, Ronnie Tabora, Jun Suarez, Arnel Martin, Bob Serrano, Buboy Machilejos, Nenette Young, Carol Bautista, Theresa Lorraine Lizardo, Maridol Ranoa-Bismark of Yahoo! Philippines, John Lindres, JP Fenix and MB’s Badette Cunanan…March 21: former Central Bank Gov. Gabby Singson, Ben Pangilinan, Carmita Francisco, Francis Sacay, Estela F. Nabong, Venus Duran Robinson, Len Aligayo, Charity Yude-Salvador, Yulo Soliano, Anthony Yupangco, Gerald Gapud Pongpong, Lilia Henson Cruz, Marlili Villegas, Mon Crespo, Junne Quintana, Rocco Nacino, Jeron Teng of De La Salle Green Archers and Lotlot de Leon…Belated b-day greetings to Rockie Caro (March 18) and Kenneth A. Reguados turns 2 (March 13)…
