Ne-Yo

Rumors have it that “Eat Bulaga” host Daiana Menezes and international R&B singer-songwriter Ne-Yo had a short-lived romance during the latter’s Manila concert last Jan. 9, leaving Sam YG (aka “Shivaker”) to “Fade Into The Background.”

The Brazilian babe denied the talks.

“Kay Ne-Yo? Ano ba 'yon! That’s so funny,” she told “Showbiz Central.”

Daiana added that the “Miss Independent” singer was with his girlfriend when she met him together with her friends at his show’s after-party.

For the last time, she reiterated: “Never naging kami ni Ne-Yo or ni Shivaker so walang [heart]broken.”

Richard Gutierrez vows to shed calories

Kapuso network’s prized talent Richard Gutierrez plans to shed off the extra pounds he gained over the holidays.

“Lahat naman yata tayo, nakalimot ng konti especially sa holidays. [But] I’m trying to be in my best shape. I’m trying cardio workout, boxing, [and] jogging para lang pawisan,” the actor told “Showbiz Central.”

The “Full House” lead star’s next project is an adaptation of “Captain Barbell.”

Dennis parries silent treatment rumor

Did Heart Evangelista and Dennis Trillo snub each other off-cam while waiting for their cue on an “S.O.P. Fully Charged” segment last week?

Dennis, who indirectly addressed the issue, said: “Tigilan na nila kung anong mga nangyari nung nakaraang taon. Kailangang magsimula ng panibago. Magbago na kayo, 2010 na!”

Jinkee Pacquiao and Mommy D: Stronger in-law ties

Jinkee Pacquiao is all smiles over her stronger-than-ever relationship with Mommy Dionisia.

“Mas naging close kami. Nakaka-relate kami sa aming mga experiences,” said Jinkee of her celebrity mother-in-law.

She said that as a mother, Mommy D. couldn’t help but be affected by the intrigues that befell them (Manny and Jinkee).

“'Yong sympathy niya kasi...naawa siya sa’kin. Happy naman ako na nandyan siya nung kinailangan ko siya.”

Ciara Sotto walks down the aisle

Multi-talented star Ciara Sotto has finally tied the knot with her Prince Charming, Joe Oconer, last Jan. 17 at the Makati Polo Club.

In a prior interview, Joe said he loves Ciara’s “child-like ways.”

“When I’m with her, all things are simple,” he said.

Being with Joe, Ciara can’t help but enthuse, “I’ve never felt like that before. I felt so special. I felt like a princess.”