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LJ Reyes
Lourna Jane Pujeda Reyes-Evangelista (born December 25, 1987), known professionally as LJ Reyes, is a Filipino actress. She is best known as one of the Final Four in the second season of the widely acclaimed GMA reality TV show, '' StarStruck''. She won Best Actress at the 39th Gawad Urian Awards. She is currently an exclusive artist of GMA Network until she left by expiring her contract in 2018. Life and career LJ Reyes was born in Fairview, Quezon City. She spent her high school days at St. Stephen's High School. In 2004, Reyes auditioned for the second season of '' StarStruck'' where she ended up as First Princess. Her first show was ''Now and Forever:'' '' Mukha'', where she worked with ''StarStruck'' runners-up and winners Ryza Cenon, CJ Muere and Mike Tan. Aside from acting, she is also a good dancer, performing with Cenon, Mark Herras, Marky Cielo among others. She is involved mostly in supporting roles on GMA Network shows. Reyes had her biggest break as a lea ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Quezon City
Quezon City (, ; ), also known as the City of Quezon and Q.C. (read and pronounced in Filipino language, Filipino as Kyusi), is the richest and List of cities in the Philippines, most populous city in the Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 2,960,048 people. It was founded on October 12, 1939, and was named after Manuel L. Quezon, the second president of the Philippines. Quezon City served as the capital of the Philippines from 1948 until 1976, when the designation was returned to Manila. The city was intended to be the Capital of the Philippines, national capital of the Philippines that would replace Manila, as the latter was suffering from overcrowding, lack of housing, poor sanitation, and traffic congestion. To create Quezon City, several barrios were carved out from the towns of Caloocan, Marikina, San Juan, Metro Manila, San Juan and Pasig, in addition to the eight vast estates the Government of the Philippines, Philippine government purcha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Reality TV
Reality television is a genre of television programming that documents purportedly unscripted real-life situations, often starring ordinary people rather than professional actors. Reality television emerged as a distinct genre in the early 1990s with shows such as '' The Real World'', then achieved prominence in the early 2000s with the success of the series '' Survivor'', '' Idol'', and '' Big Brother'', all of which became global franchises. Reality television shows tend to be interspersed with "confessionals", short interview segments in which cast members reflect on or provide context for the events being depicted on-screen; this is most commonly seen in American reality television. Competition-based reality shows typically feature the gradual elimination of participants, either by a panel of judges, by the viewership of the show, or by the contestants themselves. Documentaries, television news, sports television, talk shows, and traditional game shows are generally n ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Una Kang Naging Akin
( / international title: ''When You Were Mine'') is a 2008 Philippine television drama romance series broadcast by GMA Network. Based on a 1991 Philippine film of the same title, the series is the tenth instalment of ''Sine Novela''. Directed by Joel Lamangan, it stars Angelika Dela Cruz, Wendell Ramos, and Maxene Magalona. It premiered on September 1, 2008, on the network's Dramarama sa Hapon line up. The series concluded on December 19, 2008, with a total of 80 episodes. Premise Tragedy strikes when the helicopter that Nick crashes on a remote island. A body is found in the crash site but it turned out to be Nick's officemate whose name was not listed in the passenger manifesto. The "death" of Nick caused great grief to Vanessa since she was already betrothed to be married to the young man. On the remote island, Nick meets Modesto Mallari, a marine biologist. Because of his memory loss, Nick introduces himself as Darwin. Mallari takes Darwin to his home where he introduces h ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita
( and crush you / international title: ''Sweet Revenge'') is a 2008 Philippine television drama thriller series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is based on a 1989 Philippine film of the same title. Directed by Joel Lamangan, it stars Yasmien Kurdi and JC de Vera. It premiered on March 24, 2008 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on June 27, 2008 with a total of 70 episodes. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * JC de Vera as Derek Perantes / Rod * Yasmien Kurdi as Salve Dizon de Leon / Emma Perantes ;Supporting cast * Dina Bonnevie as Evita Gomez Perantes * Marvin Agustin as Alfred De Leon * Angelika dela Cruz as Via Fausto * Tonton Gutierrez as Jango San Juan * Paolo Contis as Tyrone San Juan * Glydel Mercado as Imelda / Verna Jornales * Diana Zubiri as Julie Maceda San Juan ;Recurring cast * Tony Mabesa as Gabriel Fausto * LJ Reyes as Joanna Marie "Joey" Salcedo * Jay Aquitania as Juno San Juan * Patri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
JC De Vera
John Carlo de Vera (born March 10, 1986), better known by his screen name JC de Vera, is a Filipino actor. His accolades include a FAMAS Award, two PMPC Star Awards for Movies and two Box Office Entertainment Awards. Personal life De Vera was offered a basketball scholarship in Colegio de San Juan de Letran after he graduated from high school in Colegio San Agustin – Makati but rejected it to pursue his acting career. He also studied in Ateneo de Manila University. In 2021, De Vera that he and his non-showbiz partner Rikkah Cruz were married since 2018. They have three children. Career 2003–2010 He started his showbiz career in 2003 when he was cast in '' Click''. At the time, he was paired up with Valerie Concepcion and Julianne Lee, but was soon cast in supporting and lead roles in primetime series with the likes of Richard Gutierrez, Dingdong Dantes and Dennis Trillo. He was named as GMA Network's Drama Prince after they highly rated and praised Philippine dramas ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Pulis Pangkalawakan
''Zaido: '' ( / international title: ''Zaido: The Space Sheriff'') is a Philippine television drama science fiction action series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is a spin-off of the Japanese Metal Hero Series' ''Space Sheriff Shaider''. Directed by Dominic Zapata, it stars Dennis Trillo, Marky Cielo and Aljur Abrenica. A special ''Zaido: Ang Bagong Alamat'' () – ''The Making of Zaido'' aired on September 22, 2007. It premiered on September 24, 2007 on the network's Telebabad line up. The series concluded on February 8, 2008 with a total of 100 episodes. The series is streaming online on YouTube. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Dennis Trillo as Gallian Magdalion / Zaido Blue * Marky Cielo as Alexis Lorenzo / Zaido Green * Aljur Abrenica as Cervano Torres / Zaido Red ;Supporting cast * Lorna Tolentino as Helen Lorenzo / Shanara * Raymart Santiago as Alvaro Lorenzo / Azur / Gamma * Tirso Cruz III as Ramiro * Diana Zubiri as Carmela Langit / Arianna * Jay Manalo as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marky Cielo
Mark Angelo "Marky" Cadaweng Cielo (May 12, 1988 – December 7, 2008) was a Filipino actor and dancer. The first known Igorot in Philippine showbiz, he rose to prominence after winning the third season of the reality talent competition '' StarStruck'' in 2006. During his two-year career, he appeared in several television shows and one film, notably '' Fantastikids'' (2006), '' Asian Treasures'' (2007), ''Boys Nxt Door'' (2007), '' Zaido: Pulis Pangkalawakan'' (2007–2008), ''Sine Novela: Kaputol ng Isang Awit'' (2008), and his final performance, '' LaLola'' (2008). He also voiced Ichigo Kurosaki in the Filipino dub of the Japanese anime series ''Bleach'' (2007). Early life Mark Angelo Cadaweng Cielo, better known as Boknoi to his family and friends, was born on May 12, 1988, at Manuel J. Santos Hospital in Butuan in Agusan del Norte, where he lived with his mother, Mildred Ban-e.g. Cadaweng and sister, Marcel Andrea or "Bonsai". In 2001, he and his family moved to Bauko, M ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mark Herras
Mark Angelo Santos Herras (born December 14, 1986) is a Filipino actor. Mark Herras won in the reality talent show '' StarStruck'' aired in GMA Network. He also appeared in '' Forever in My Heart'', '' Encantadia'', ''SOP'', and played one of the three main protagonists in '' I Luv NY'' and one of the two lead roles in '' Artikulo 247''. Career After winning the reality show '' StarStruck'' in 2003, Herras secured Lolit Solis as his talent manager, showcasing his dancing talent through numerous performances across the Philippines. He also appeared on the popular Sunday variety show ''SOP'', paving his way into the entertainment industry. Expanding his career, Mark ventured into acting alongside fellow winner Jennylyn Mercado, starring in various GMA Network shows and the successful film '' So Happy Together'', which featured other ''StarStruck'' alumni and achieved impressive box-office results. His endorsement deals with brands like Smart and Silverworks further established ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mike Tan
Jan Michael Silverio Tan (born December 31, 1986), is a Filipino actor, dancer, and model. He became famous after winning in the second batch of the reality show '' StarStruck'' aired on GMA Network. He is currently an exclusive talent of GMA Network, Sparkle GMA Artist Center and GMA Pictures. Personal life Tan is of Chinese descent. He was baptized on July 31, 2016, as a Born Again Christian. Career He played the role of Rick in the installment of ''Sine Novela'' '' Maging Akin Ka Lamang'' aired on GMA Network. Also, he had a special appearance on GMA Telebabad shows '' Babangon Ako't Dudurugin Kita'' which is the last program on GMA Network that he appeared. There have been rumors of Mike transferring to ABS-CBN, but he has confirmed in a recent interview that he will remain with GMA. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
CJ Muere
Caesar Joseph L. Muere (born February 18, 1988), popularly known simply as C. J. Muere, is a former Filipino actor. He is best known for being in the Final Four of '' StarStruck'' season two and portraying Ding in the 2005 television series of Darna. Before applying for GMA Network's ''StarStruck'', he was a dropped from ABS-CBN's ''Star Circle Quest'', which is also a reality television talent search show. ''StarStruck'' He auditioned in ''StarStruck ''in 2004 and he made it until the Top 7. He may be eliminated but through the Wild Card that was included in the season's format, he was selected, replacing Benj Pacia. He proved that he really deserved to be the wild card pick. He made it through to the coveted Final 4 along with LJ Reyes, Ryza Cenon and Mike Tan and wherein he finished as the runner up to Mike Tan. ''StarStruck'' standing * CJ got the highest point for that week. Filmography * ''Lovestruck'' * ''Mars Ravelo's Darna'' * '' Love to Love'' * ''Ay, Robot!' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ryza Cenon
Rhiza Ann Cenon Simbulan (born December 21, 1987), known professionally as Ryza Cenon, is a Filipino actress, dancer, model and painter. In 2004, she became the Ultimate Female Survivor of the second season of '' StarStruck'' of GMA Network. She appeared in several shows including ''Darna'', ''Ay, Robot!'', '' Majika'', '' Fantastikids'', '' Fantastic Man'', '' Joaquin Bordado'', '' Buena Familia'', and '' Alyas Robin Hood''. In the year 2016, Cenon starred as Jewel in the romantic gore indie film '' Ang Manananggal sa Unit 23B''. In December 2016, she appeared as Georgia Acuzar-Ferrer in the TV show '' Ika-6 na Utos'' and became more popular because of that. Early life and education Ryza Cenon was born Rhiza Ann Cenon Simbulan on December 21, 1987, in then municipality of Gapan, province of Nueva Ecija, Philippines. She was the youngest child of the two children. Her mother, Rosanna C. Simbulan, died of stomach cancer in 1991 when Cenon was only three years old. Her father ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mukha (TV Series)
( / international title: ''Facade'') is a 2005 Philippine television drama series broadcast by GMA Network. The series is the first installment of ''Now and Forever (TV series), Now and Forever''. Directed by Mac Alejandre, it stars Ryza Cenon, LJ Reyes and JC de Vera. It premiered on March 14, 2005. The series concluded on June 10, 2005 with a total of 63 episodes. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Ryza Cenon as Mae * LJ Reyes as Melody * Valerie Concepcion as Karen * CJ Muere as Vince * JC de Vera as William * Mike Tan as Paolo ;Supporting cast * Princess Punzalan as Dulce * Amy Austria as Fatima * Joel Torre as Guido * Alicia Alonzo as Juanita * Glenda Garcia as Vivian * Chinggoy Alonzo as Miguel / Manuel * Susan Africa as Leonor * Czarina de Leon as Georgina * Carlo Maceda as Edward Accolades References External links * 2005 Philippine television series debuts 2005 Philippine television series endings Filipino-language television shows GMA Network drama se ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
