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Palibhasa Lalake
''Palibhasa Lalake'' is a Philippine sitcom on ABS-CBN which ran from March 3, 1987, to November 9, 1998, and directed by Johnny Manahan. Sypnopsis The show began on March 3, 1987, with the original cast composed of Joey Marquez, Richard Gomez, Miguel Rodriguez, Gloria Romero, Cynthia Patag, and Amy Perez. They were later joined by Carmina Villaroel (who then played Richard's younger sister, Cathy, a street smart tomboyish kid from the province, and Apa Ongpin (who played the role of a rich Castilian hunky nerd). Over the years, many characters have come and gone, like Rene Requiestas (as Minerva's genius brother who is never taken seriously), John Estrada (as Johnny, a dumb hunk whose favorite endeavor is to invent things that never succeed). Later additions to the family was Gwapings member, Eric Fructuoso, who was first featured as a suitor of Cathy. Eventually the two other Gwapings members namely Mark Anthony Fernandez and Jomari Yllana were also added to the cast ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sitcom
A sitcom, a portmanteau of situation comedy, or situational comedy, is a genre of comedy centered on a fixed set of characters who mostly carry over from episode to episode. Sitcoms can be contrasted with sketch comedy, where a troupe may use new characters in each sketch, and stand-up comedy, where a comedian tells jokes and stories to an audience. Sitcoms originated in radio, but today are found mostly on television as one of its dominant narrative forms. A situation comedy television program may be recorded in front of a studio audience, depending on the program's production format. The effect of a live studio audience can be imitated or enhanced by the use of a laugh track. Critics disagree over the utility of the term "sitcom" in classifying shows that have come into existence since the turn of the century. Many contemporary American sitcoms use the single-camera setup and do not feature a laugh track, thus often resembling the dramedy shows of the 1980s and 1990s rathe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
ABS-CBN News Channel
ABS-CBN News Channel, commonly known as ANC, is a 24/7 Philippine pay television news channel. It was launched in 1996 as the first all-news network in English language. The majority of its programs are produced by ABS-CBN News. The channel is broadcast on terrestrial television in Guam through Dededo's channel 22. ANC is being broadcast from the ANC studio in ABS-CBN Newsroom, Studio 6 & Studio 7 in ABS-CBN Broadcasting Center in the Philippines. An international feed called ''ANC Global'' is also available worldwide as part of TFC premium channels via cable, satellite, iWantTFC and TFC IPTV. History The ABS-CBN News Channel was originally established in 1996 as the Sarimanok News Network or SNN. SNN was the brainchild of the late Eugenio Lopez, Jr. who envisioned a 24-hour television network that would become the primary source of news and information for Filipinos. On May 1, 1996, SNN was first offered on Sky Cable. Back then the channel served the viewers through two maj ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
John Lloyd Cruz
John Lloyd Espidol Cruz (born June 24, 1983) is a Filipino actor, model and occasional TV host. He was a member of ABS-CBN's Star Magic, where he is an alumnus of Batch 5. He starred in the teen drama '' Tabing Ilog'', and is best known for his works in soap operas such as '' It Might Be You'', '' Maging Sino Ka Man'', ''I ♥ Betty La Fea'', and '' Imortal''. Throughout his career, Cruz has collaborated with numerous actresses including Kaye Abad, Bea Alonzo, Angel Locsin, Toni Gonzaga and Sarah Geronimo. Cruz finished his education at Marikina Catholic School. He attended his secondary education until third year at ABS-CBN Distance Learning Center.Yes! magazine, July 2010 issue. He used to reside in Santolan, Pasig, and also owned a house in Valle Verde, an exclusive subdivision in Pasig. As of 2017, Cruz currently resides in Cebu City. He is currently managed by Maja Salvador's Crown Artist Management. On November 9, 2021 he signed a contract with GMA Network Inc as part ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Menggie Cobarrubias
Domingo "Menggie" Cobarrubias (August 10, 1951 – March 26, 2020) was a Filipino actor who appeared in approximately 200 television shows and films. Cobarrubias received a Gawad Urian Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the 1979 film '' Jaguar''. He also won the Best Actor award in the 2014 QCinema International Film Festival for his performance in ''Mauban: Ang Resiko''. Death Cobarrubias died on March 26, 2020, from complications of pneumonia. He was 66. Before his death, a COVID-19 Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a contagious disease caused by a virus, the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). The first known case was identified in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. The disease quickly ... test was administered. On April 1, 2020, five days after his death, his test came back positive for the disease. Filmography Film Television Theatre References External links * 1953 births 2020 deaths Filipino male film a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Summit Media
Summit Publishing Co., Inc., trading as Summit Media, is a Filipino digital lifestyle network in the Philippines. It has 15 media brands attracting around 20 million monthly unique visitors and approximately 33 million social media followers. It began as a consumer magazine publisher in June 1995, with ''Preview'' as its first magazine title. It turned into a publication conglomerate which published several lifestyle magazines titles, including ''Candy'' for young Filipino girls and ''Yes!'', a Philippine entertainment magazine. The company is privately owned by Lisa Gokongwei-Cheng, the daughter of Filipino businessman John Gokongwei. It has expanded to publishing specialized magazines for companies and occasions in the Philippines, and also started publishing short books designed for Filipino readers. The results of the 2014 TNS Newsstand Survey showed that Summit Media had popularity in 12 categories: young women (''Cosmopolitan Philippines'' - 60%), fashion (''Previ ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Edu Manzano
Eduardo "Edu" Manzano (; born September 14, 1955) is a Filipino-American actor, fashion model, TV commercial model, comedian, politician, United States Air Force veteran and television game host. He was previously the host of game shows ''The Weakest Link'', '' Pilipinas, Game KNB?'', '' 1 vs. 100'' and '' Asar Talo Lahat Panalo!''. Early life Eduardo Manzano was born on September 14, 1955, in San Francisco, California, USA to Filipino parents. Due to his parentage (''jus sanguinis'') and the place of his birth (''jus soli''), he is a dual citizen of the Philippines and the United States, as per the laws of both countries. Edu Manzano studied at De La Salle University in Manila. Acting career Manzano moved to the Philippines to pursue a full-time career with the local film industry. He was president of the actors’ group ''Katipunan ng mga Artista ng Pelikulang Pilipino'' in the 1990s. He was part of ABS-CBN's roster of contract actors until he took leave to run as Vice ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Anjo Yllana
Andrés José Garchitorena Yllana Jr., more commonly known as Anjo Yllana, is a Filipino actor-comedian, television host and politician. Early life He was born Andrés José Garchitorena Yllana, Jr. on April 24, 1968 in Parañaque (which was then geographically part of Rizal province) to Andrés Yllana and Vicky Garchitorena as the eldest of four brothers. His younger brothers are Jomari Yllana, Ryan Yllana and Paulie Yllana. His uncle is Francis Garchitorena (1938–2005), the former presiding judge of Sandiganbayan. Career Yllana started in show business in 1984 with talent manager the late Douglas Quijano. He then auditioned for the teen TV variety show '' That's Entertainment'' after attempting a career as a professional basketball player. He started with support roles in both comedy and drama. He was nominated by different award-giving bodies as Best Supporting Actor in the movie ''Itanong Mo sa Buwan'', starring opposite Jaclyn Jose and directed by Chito S. Roño ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Claudine Barretto
Claudine Margaret Castelo Barretto (; born July 20, 1979) is a Filipino actress, singer, and entrepreneur. Popularly dubbed as “''The'' ''Optimum Star''” by various media outlets, Barretto has won 3 FAMAS Award including 2 Best Actress wins and a German Moreno Youth Achievement Award. She is arguably the “''Queen of Teleserye'',” a title she shares with showbiz rival Judy Ann Santos. She is also recognized as one of the actresses that helped define pop culture of the 90s, dominating movies, TVs, ads, and every place imaginable. Yes! Magazine ranked Barretto as the 6th Star Who Ruled the Decade (2000-2009). In 2008, she was inducted at Eastwood City Walk of Fame. Barretto first appeared in ABS-CBN's youth-oriented variety show, '' Ang TV''. She then was cast in sitcom ''Home Along Da Riles'' that same year in which the film adaptation of the TV show became her official film debut in 1993. She landed her first television drama lead role in 1997's ''Mula sa Puso'' wh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Regine Tolentino
Regine Tolentino (born Regine Tolentino Maristela; September 8, 1978) is a Filipino corporate and TV host, actress, dancer, fashion designer, social media influencer, model and businesswoman. Career Tolentino was among the first batch of talents launched by ABS-CBN's Talent Center, now Star Magic, during its first year in December 1995. In 1997, Tolentino became the first Filipino VJ of MTV Asia. Regine has been very active on television and movies for more than 2 decades as an actress, TV host, celebrity judge and professional dancer, she was even dubbed as the Dance Diva. Tolentino also works as a social media influencer, designer, inspirational speaker and licensed dance fitness instructor travelling the world for events and appearances. Personal life Tolentino was married to actor Lander Vera Perez. The couple met on the set of ABS-CBN ABS-CBN (an initialism of its two predecessors' names, Alto Broadcasting System and Chronicle Broadcasting Network) is a Phil ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rica Peralejo
Rica Peralejo (; born March 7, 1981) is a Filipina former actress, singer, and television host. Career Television Peralejo started out as a child star and was part of ABS-CBN's popular youth oriented variety show '' Ang TV''. Peralejo appeared in '' Gimik''. She was also cast as part of the hit horror series ''!Oka Tokat''. Her acting prowess was finally recognized as she became a staple in ABS-CBN's teleseryes such as Mula sa Puso, ''Marinella'', ''Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay'', Sineserye Presents: '' Palimos ng Pag-ibig'', ''Sa Piling Mo'' and '' Pangarap na Bituin''. She was also part of the hit sitcoms ''Palibhasa Lalake'', ''Oki Doki Doc'' and ''OK Fine Whatever''. She also honed her hosting skills as a host for the showbiz oriented show Showbiz No. 1 and a segment host for ''Umagang Kay Ganda''. Rica was also hailed as a ''Dancing Queen'' with her ''Rated R'' segment in the Philippines' longest running variety show '' ASAP''. She has appeared in several episodes of ''Komiks' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jao Mapa
Jose Vicente D. Mapa III, who is better known by his screen name Jao Mapa (born February 11, 1976), is a Filipino actor from the Philippines. He is also an accomplished painter. Acting career Mapa is best known for his Pepsi-Cola advertisement. He started a modeling career in the late 1990s, and co-hosted television variety shows like Eat Bulaga and ASAP. He first starred in the movie 'Pare Ko' in 1995, and left showbusiness in 2000 to study art. Jao is expected to be back on television screen via Sine Novela: Trudis Liit aired on GMA Network. Painting career In 2000, took a break from his showbiz career and went back to school to earn his degree in Fine Arts (major in Advertising) at the University of Santo Tomas. He graduated in 2003 and continued to paint. He had his first major show at Grey Gallery in Antipolo, Rizal in 2012. Portrayals in media Mapa's life story was feature in TV5's Star Confessions, was portrayed by Martin Escudero. Personal life He graduated ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Jomari Yllana
José María "Jomari" Garchitorena Yllana (born August 16, 1976) is a Filipino actor, model, racing driver, concert producer, promoter, and politician. He rose to fame as one of the members of 1990s teen group ''"Gwapings"'' together with Mark Anthony Fernandez, Eric Fructuoso, and later with Jao Mapa. Two of his films, ''Diliryo'' (Delirium) and ''Sa Pusod ng Dagat'' (The Heart of the Sea) were presented at the 1997 and 1998 Toronto International Film Festival respectively. ''Diliryo'' was released through MAQ Productions, directed by Peque Gallaga and Lore Reyes, and starred Giselle Toengi as Yllana's leading lady. ''Sa Pusod ng Dagat'' starred Marilou Diaz-Abaya, Elizabeth Oropesa, and Chin Chin Gutierrez. Career Yllana appeared in several TV shows for ABS-CBN and GMA networks. In 2009, Yllana starred in ''Zorro'', and became a contestant in '' Celebrity Duets: Philippine Edition''. Also, Yllana played Alex Dorantes in '' Rosalinda'' opposite with Carla Abellana and Geoff ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
