MANILA, Philippines -- “Amaya” star Marian Rivera was ecstatic over news the primetime drama has been extended until January 2012.

“I am so happy!” she said right after a thanksgiving Mass held at the GMA Network’s Executive Lounge to celebrate the series.

“Amaya” was supposed to wind up in October.

“Once this show is over, I would really cry! We have become so close to one another – the entire cast – that it would be so difficult to part ways with the group,” Marian said.

Marian described the cast as excellent.

The cast is topbilled by Marian Rivera with Sid Lucero; Gina Alajar, Lani Mercado, Glaiza de Castro, Ryan Eigenmann, Rochelle Pangilinan, Irma Adlawan, Ana Capri, Ayen Munji-Laurel, Boboy Villar, Sheena Halili, Roxanne Barcelo, Mon Confiado, AJ Dee, Robert Sy, Mia Pangyarihan, Anna Feleo, Angie Ferro, Dion Ignacio, Pancho Magno, Leopoldo “Wendell” Salgado and Edgar “Egay” Manuel.

Joining the cast are Aljur Abrenica as Dayaw, a Manobo warrior who becomes Amaya’s new ally and protector; Yasmien Kurdi as Apila, a priestess who secretly admires Dayaw, and Ronnie Lazaro as Poska, chief warrior and Dayaw’s courageous father.

“Amaya” airs weeknights, right after “Iglot.”

‘Pinktober’ at Hard Rock Café

Hard Rock Café (HRC) Makati invites guests to rock out in support of breast cancer awareness and research. Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday of October, HRC will host “Pink Nite” featuring Silk every Monday, All for Patricia every Wednesday, Mocha Girls every Thursday and Drizzle with DNA Saturdays.

For the 12th year, Hard Rock locations worldwide support the cause through the multifaceted Pinktober campaign, benefiting breast cancer charities. Proceeds from the sale of Pinktober merchandise will benefit The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Other featured artists at HRC are Freeverse (Oct. 24 and 31) and Freestyle and Fat Session on Oct. 28. HRC closes October with “Fangs & Furs,” a Halloween party on Oct. 29.

Kids can come in costumes for the kiddie Halloween party at 5 p.m. Registration starts at 4 p.m.

In the evening, adults can join the annual costume party of HRC. Best in costume wins P10,000 in cash! Contestants are encouraged to pre-register at HRC. Forms are available at HRC, Glorietta 3, Ayala Center, Makati Mondays to Sundays from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Shamcey Supsup for Tuscani Pizza

It wasn’t really a surprise that Shamcey Supsup emerged 3rd runner-up in the Miss Universe 2011 Pageant.

Shamcey is living a hectic life including landing an endorsement for Pizza Hut’s new pizza line. At the Pizza Hut Bistro in Glorietta, Makati Shamcey proudly introduced Pizza Hut’s New Tuscani Pizza.

“I love the soft and chewy flavor that is just ideal and not too oily,” Shamcey said.

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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings for Monday, Oct. 24, go to Charo Santos’ beloved Cesar Concio, Lourna Pal, Pia Guanio, Jun-Jun Ablaza, Narciso Chan, Mrs. Alice Rosario, Yasmin Dayrit, Willie Chipeco, Cesar dela Fuente, Dr. Tito Torralba, Liezl Quilala, Tony Tamayo, Ronnie Vivar, Salud Mercado, Marites Meyer, Camille Encinas, Emily Dacer, Susie dela Cruz, Ma. Luisa Javier, Nanet Canchela, MB’s Rory Page and Ariel Obera, Hanna Alegre, Rafael Relucio, Gavina Motol, Ester Cumagun, Brenda Arguelles, Fely J. Jimenez, Nickson Pacayra, Mary Anne Cabanizas, Dindo Acosta, Aileen Lorenzo, Raffy Sazon, Rosalina Muñoz, Hazel Uy, Atty. Ma. Angelina G. Matibag, Arnold Trinidad, Raffy Lim, Boy Villasanta, Nadine Bonoan and QC Councilor Alfred Vargas…