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Wowowin
''Wowowin'' is a Philippine television variety show broadcast by GMA Network and All TV. Hosted by Willie Revillame, it premiered on May 10, 2015 on GMA Network. The show aired its final broadcast on GMA Network on February 11, 2022. The show premiered on All TV on September 13, 2022. The show concluded on April 5, 2023. Overview Originally produced by Willie Revillame's WBR Entertainment Productions Inc., it served as a blocktimer on GMA Network. Randy Santiago originally served as the show's director. The show's theme song was composed by Lito Camo and arranged by Albert Tamayo. On October 4, 2015, the show became a co-production between GMA Entertainment Group and WBR Entertainment Productions Inc. On February 1, 2016, the show joined the network's Telebabad line up. In June 2017, co-host Super Tekla was fired from the show. On September 30, 2019, Sugar Mercado and comedian Donita Nose returned to the show. The show's Saturday edition, ''Wowowin Primetime'' premiered on ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Willie Revillame
Wilfredo "Willie" Buendia Revillame (; born January 27, 1961), is a Filipino television host, actor, comedian, drummer, singer, and businessman. He has hosted numerous variety shows, such as ''Lunch Date'', '''Sang Linggo nAPO Sila'' and ''MTB (TV program), MTB''. During his stint at ABS-CBN, Revillame hosted the variety show ''Wowowee'' (2005–2010), which gained immense popularity in the country while receiving controversy for a PhilSports Stadium stampede, deadly stampede and a Hello Pappy scandal, game show scandal. When he ended his contract with ABS-CBN during a legal dispute in 2010, Revillame continued to host similarly formatted programs on other networks, such as Wil Time Bigtime, ''Willing Willie'' or ''Wil Time Bigtime'' (2010–2013), ''Wowowillie'' (2013), ''Wowowin'' (2015–2023), and ''Wil To Win'' (2024–present). In 2022, Revillame assisted politician and businessman Manny Villar in establishing the television network All TV, ALLTV, to which he signed on as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Herlene Budol
Herlene Nicole Policarpio Budol (; born August 23, 1999), also known as "Hipon Girl" () or "Magandang Dilag" (), or "Binibining Marikit" (), is a Filipino model, comedian, actress, and beauty pageant titleholder. She was a co-host of the Philippine variety game show ''Wowowin''. Budol gained popularity when she joined the ''Wowowin'' segment "Willie of Fortune". Willie Revillame made her a regular co-host of his show because of her talent and funny jokes. Career Acting career Budol appeared in '' Magpakailanman'' on November 30, 2019, and played the role of Jenny, an OFW, in the episode "Yaya Dubai & I". That was her first television drama project in GMA Network which trended and gained higher ratings than an episode of ABS-CBN's '' MMK'', their rival network. She also appeared in the TV series '' Madrasta'', playing the role of 'Sandy Escudero'. She was the title holder of "Binibining Angono in Sining" in 2017. She also appeared and participated in the Philippine comedy TV ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Super Tekla
Romeo Librada (born January 13, 1982), better known in his stage name Super Tekla or simply Tekla, is a Filipino actor, comedian and television host. He is best known for appearing in GMA Network's variety show, ''Wowowin'' as one of its hosts. Early life Librada was born in the small town of Pigcawayan, a town in Cotabato wherein he was raised by the Manobo tribe and was trained to be a farmer. His mother died at an early age, according to him. Due to this, he supported his own education until he finished high school. He has seven siblings. Career Stand-up comedy Out of curiosity, Librada went alone to Manila wherein he found himself singing on stage at malls and comedy bars for fun. He was then discovered and got regular stints as a singer first, then a stand-up comedian, at a popular comedy bar. He is best known for his Celine Dion and Whitney Houston voice impersonations. Television In 2016, Librada appeared as a contestant in GMA Network's game show, ''Wowowin'' main host ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ariella Arida
Ariella "Ara" Hernandez Arida (; born November 20, 1988) is a Filipino beauty pageant titleholder, actress, and model, who was crowned Binibining Pilipinas Universe, Miss Universe Philippines 2013. She represented the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2013 competition where she placed as the third runner-up. Following her career in pageantry, Arida has starred in the films ''Coming Home (2020 film), Coming Home'' (2020) and ''Sarap Mong Patayin'' (2021). In 2025, she became the national director of the Miss Universe Philippines, Miss Universe Philippines Organization for training and development. Early life and education Ariella "Ara" Hernandez Arida was born in Alaminos, Laguna, Philippines, to academics Arlesito Arida of Alaminos, Laguna, Alaminos, and Estella Arida (née Hernandez) of San Pablo, Laguna, San Pablo. She is a graduate of the University of the Philippines Los Baños with a degree in chemistry. She is a member of Iglesia ni Cristo. Prior to her career in pageant ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gabriel Valenciano
Jose Angelo Gabriel Pangilinan Valenciano (; born June 11, 1988), professionally known as Gab Valenciano, is a Filipino dancer, actor, musician, host, percussionist, drummer, choreographer, director, and commercial model. He is the son of Gary Valenciano. He was known for his YouTube videos called "Super Selfie". He is second of three siblings by Gary Valenciano and Angeli Pangilinan. His paternal grandmother is a Puerto Rican of Italian descent. He graduated from De La Salle–College of Saint Benilde. Personal life Valenciano and his fiancée Tricia Centenera married in March 2015 with their wedding held at two venues in the Philippines: Tagaytay and Boracay. Valenciano and Centenera divorced in 2016. In the electoral landscape of 2022, amidst the fervor surrounding the national elections, renowned artist and performer Gab Valenciano publicly affirmed his endorsement for the political lineup of Leni Robredo and Kiko Pangilinan. Valenciano's declaration of support extend ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Valerie Concepcion
Valerie Norona Galang-Sunga (born December 21, 1987), known professionally as Valerie Concepcion (), is a Filipino actress, television host, and endorser. She is known for her role as Nora Ferrer in the soap opera '' Sinasamba Kita'' but later transferred to its rival network ABS-CBN. She then became a host in ''Wowowee'' and '' Pilipinas Win na Win'' as well as the first incarnation of '' Banana Split'' in 2008. In June 2013, she transferred back to her home network GMA Network and was cast as Ruth Monteclaro, the main antagonist in ''Anna Karenina''. In December 2013, she transferred back again in ABS-CBN network and was cast as Gigi in '' Annaliza''. In June 2014, she went back to GMA Network as Lavender Catacutan in '' My BFF''. She also played the role of Veronica Salcedo in the hit primetime TV series, '' Because of You''. In 2018, she starred as the main antagonist in 2018–2019 '' Ika-5 Utos'' as Clarisse Alfonso-Buenaventura / Cynthia and later joined its rival show '' Ka ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Patricia Tumulak
Edda Patricia Marie Giselle Gomez-Tumulak (; born March 3, 1988) is a Filipina beauty pageant titleholder and actress. She came from a large family with a Filipino, Japanese and Spanish lineage from the Visayas region. She currently resides in Quezon City, Metro Manila. Personal life and education Born on March 3, 1988, Patricia Marie Gomez Tumulak is an alumna of Miriam College and hails from Quezon City. She graduated with a Degree of Bachelor of Science in Child Development and Education Minor in Special Education. Prior to joining Miss Philippines Earth 2009, she went to a public school and did some voluntary teaching. She is planning to take up her Masters in Special Education and dreams of building her own pre-school. Miss Philippines Earth 2009 Tumulak joined the national Miss Philippines Earth 2009 beauty pageant, which was contested by 50 delegates representing various towns, cities, provinces, and overseas Filipino communities in the beauty contest that promot ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ashley Ortega
Ashleigh Marguerretthe Krystalle Nordstrom Samson (born December 26, 1998), known professionally as Ashley Ortega (), is a Filipino actress, who is known for her roles in '' Dormitoryo'', '' My Destiny'', '' Widows' Web'', and '' Hearts on Ice'' on GMA Network. She was formerly a co-host of the variety show ''Wowowin''. Career Ortega started appearing on television at the age of 12, where she first did commercials for GMA Network, and then eventually went into acting. Ortega is also a professional figure skater. She started skating at the age of 4 and competed abroad, such as in Malaysia and Thailand. On May 30, 2024, Ortega won her first international award, as Best Actress at the 2024 Harlem International Film Festival for her role in ''As If It's True'', which premiered at the 19th Cinemalaya Independent Film Festival, opposite Khalil Ramos. Personal life Ashley Ortega was born as Ashleigh Marguerretthe Krystall Nordstrom Samson in San Fernando, La Union San Fernan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Manila Bulletin
The ''Manila Bulletin'' () (also known as the ''Bulletin'' and previously known as the ''Manila Daily Bulletin'' from 1906 to September 23, 1972, and the ''Bulletin Today'' from November 22, 1972, to March 10, 1986) is the Philippines' largest English language broadsheet newspaper by circulation. Founded in 1900, it is the second-oldest extant newspaper published in the Philippines and the second-oldest extant English newspaper in the Far East. It bills itself as "The Nation's Leading Newspaper", which is its official slogan. According to a survey done by the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism, Manila Bulletin is considered "one of the most trusted news organizations"; placing 2nd with 66% of Filipinos trusting the organization. History ''Manila Bulletin'' was founded on February 2, 1900 by Carlson Taylor as a shipping journal. In 1957, the newspaper was acquired by Swiss expatriate Hans Menzi. From 1938 to his death in 2002, Jose Guevara wrote a column of p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Daddy's Gurl
''Daddy's Gurl'' is a Philippine television sitcom series broadcast by GMA Network. Directed by Chris Martinez, it stars Vic Sotto and Maine Mendoza in the title role. It premiered on October 13, 2018 on the network's Sabado Star Power sa Gabi line up. The series concluded on May 6, 2023 with a total of 175 episodes. Premise After the passing of Barak's wife, he decides to live in the condominium unit in Manila of his aspiring city girl daughter, Visitacion, in order to watch and take care of her, much to his daughter's surprise. He barely made a living for them, while he talks to the picture of his wife. Cast and characters ;Lead cast * Vic Sotto as Barak Otogan * Maine Mendoza as Visitacion "Stacy" Otogan ;Supporting cast * Wally Bayola as Marikit Otogan / Matilda * Angelika Dela Cruz as Oprah Saavedra * Oyo Boy Sotto as Lance Saavedra * Benjie Paras as Tom * Kevin Santos as Daboy * Jelson Bay as Jerry * Chichirita as Beauty * Chamyto as himself ;Guest cast ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Facebook
Facebook is a social media and social networking service owned by the American technology conglomerate Meta Platforms, Meta. Created in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg with four other Harvard College students and roommates, Eduardo Saverin, Andrew McCollum, Dustin Moskovitz, and Chris Hughes, its name derives from the face book directories often given to American university students. Membership was initially limited to Harvard students, gradually expanding to other North American universities. Since 2006, Facebook allows everyone to register from 13 years old, except in the case of a handful of nations, where the age requirement is 14 years. , Facebook claimed almost 3.07 billion monthly active users worldwide. , Facebook ranked as the List of most-visited websites, third-most-visited website in the world, with 23% of its traffic coming from the United States. It was the most downloaded mobile app of the 2010s. Facebook can be accessed from devices with Internet connectivit ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
YouTube
YouTube is an American social media and online video sharing platform owned by Google. YouTube was founded on February 14, 2005, by Steve Chen, Chad Hurley, and Jawed Karim who were three former employees of PayPal. Headquartered in San Bruno, California, it is the second-most-visited website in the world, after Google Search. In January 2024, YouTube had more than 2.7billion monthly active users, who collectively watched more than one billion hours of videos every day. , videos were being uploaded to the platform at a rate of more than 500 hours of content per minute, and , there were approximately 14.8billion videos in total. On November 13, 2006, YouTube was purchased by Google for $1.65 billion (equivalent to $ billion in ). Google expanded YouTube's business model of generating revenue from advertisements alone, to offering paid content such as movies and exclusive content produced by and for YouTube. It also offers YouTube Premium, a paid subs ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
