Sexy actress Juliana Palermo marked her 20th birthday last July 12 while she was in Los Angeles, CA visiting her family. And with a gay friend she checked some gay bars in West LA like Mickey’s and Rage.
It was a firs-ttime experience for Juliana and although she said she was shocked to see almost naked bodies and gays kissing each other she found it impressive that everybody was so open with their sexuality.
But inside the gay bars Juliana couldn’t be served any hard drink (even beer) because she’s below 21. The gay bars allow entrance to people 18 and above but for bar service one has to be 21 or above to be served.
Juliana came back after her birthday to shoot her scenes for her latest movie, Violett Films’ "Lisensyadong Kamao" which stars Manny Pacquiao in the title role. Directed by Tony Bernal, the movie also stars Eddie Garcia, Aubrey Miles and Daria Ramirez.
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Vina Morales in trench coat, Joross with bonnet
When they performed in "ASAP" in San Francisco last Sunday, Vina Morales wore trench coat and Joross Gamboa was with bonnets! Akala nila yata winter pa sa States eh in the middle of summer na dito, a Pinoy movie fan based in SF texted us. He and his companions wanted to watch "SOP" he said but it was held at night and they live two hours away from San Fran
It was announced that "ASAP" was to be held at Monster Park. "Yon pala sa Monster Parking lot, napakainit!" our informant added. But of course they enjoyed the show, seeing in person their idols.
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‘SOP’ concert a flop?
Someone texted that compared to "ASAP," "SOP" was a flop in San Francisco. "SOP" was just a mall show and still it did not attract a big crowd, we were told.
Moreover, July 23 was declared by the SFO mayor as ABS-CBN Global Day.
But contrary to this text message that ‘nilangaw’ ang "SOP" concert that launched the GMA Pinoy TV international channel in the Bay Area, it was a very successful event according to "Unang Hirit" Lhar Santiago. Held at the Graham Civic Center the concert drew a huge crowd and this will be proven when the "SOP" concert led by Regine Velasquez, Ogie Alcasid, Jaya and Janno Gibbs among others, will be aired locally this coming Sunday.
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Angelica Jones, Bobby Yan now officially on?
Sexy actress/TV host Angelica Jones and fellow TV host Bobby Yan (brother of the late Rico Yan who was Claudine Barretto’s boyfriend before he died) are now officially "on" according to reports reaching us. Angie herself has intimated that they are indeed an item now.
Angie’s mother Elizabeth knows about it and she approves of Bobby we were told. But "Miss Flawless" has yet to meet Bobby’s parents who are said to be in the States.
Angie’s TV career is flourishing, it’s been noted. She has also become a sought-after product endorser. Among others, she is celebrity endorser for Kitachi International, Bodega ng Bayan, an appliance store owned by Enrico Roque, a brand of detergent, and Index Beauty Salon.
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Jed Madela to represent the Philippines anew
After having bagged the silver trophy, The People’s Choice Award and the Best Voice of Asia Male Singer of the Year at the Voice of Asia Song Festival two years ago, singer Jed Madela will represent the country in yet another international competition - in Hollywood no less – the entertainment capital of the world!
Whereas Jed was pitted against contestants from 18 Asian countries during the Voice of Asia in Kazakhstan, Russia,this time Jed is competing with over 40 contenders from countries from seven continents!
The week-long festival of the 2005 World Championships of the Performing Arts (WCOPA) in Hollywood, California happens from August 3 to 16. Often called the Olympics for Performers and Entertainers, this prestigious global event is already on its 9th year. It is the first time the Philippines is sending its representatives.
They will be sent to Hollywood through the sponsorship of Philippine Amusement and Gaming Corporation (PAGCOR), and in part by GM Proponents of Artists Inc., Dewberry Coffee, and Power Learn. Jed Madela was the hands-down choice of the body that chose the Philippine representative.
"There was no second choice," said Jed’s manager Annie Mercado,who is also the president of GM Proponents of Artists, Inc. "The mere fact that they chose Jed Madela is for us an achievement in itself. The Filipinos are a talented breed and Filipinos stand a chance at the GOLD especially in the field of entertainment," Mercado said.
Team Philippines will consist of the contenders (Jed Madela and Rizza Navales), their respective Road Managers (Vincent Tajanlangit and Jeanette Co), Delegation Head (Ida Henares), and Team coordinator (Mike Chiong).
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Tidbits: Happy b-day greetings today,July 26, go to Mayor Tommy Osmeña of Cebu, Mrs. Anita Udarbe Lorenzana, director Heidi Sison, Dondon Nakar, Ernest Santiago, Annie Ausmolo, Annabelle Adriano,Pacito Hipolito, Pamela Nava, Cynthia Lim and Joseph Roble...Happy wedding anniversary to Bonbit and Deena dela Cruz (nee Garcia)...
