Covering the week’s most noteworthy entertainment news for the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
LAS VEGAS — Clark County commissioner Jim Gibson is inviting residents to participate in a volunteer cleanup aimed at restoring a desert dune habitat within Sunset Regional Park, one of Southern Nevada’s largest public…
Through the initiative of First Lady Louise Araneta-Marcos, six permanent showroom sites now rise along Roxas Boulevard in Pasay City, establishing a year-round marketing and business platform for Micro, Small,…
TAGUIG CITY, Philippines, April 2026 — Attention is harder to earn than ever, and trust even more so. More often than not, what makes people stop, listen, and actually care…
Sexbomb Dancers Image: Instagram/@rochellepangilinan Veteran dance group says connection with LGBTQ fans evolved organically as performances gain renewed cultural meaning MANILA — The SexBomb Girls say their recognition as figures…
Ria with Zanjoe and their son Sabino Image: Facebook/@riaataydeee MANILA — Actress Ria Atayde is drawing a clear line between public visibility and private life, outlining a deliberate approach to protecting her family…
De Leon Siblings Image: Instagram/@ms.lotlotdeleon MANILA — Public statements from the children of National Artist for Film and Broadcast Arts Nora Aunor have brought renewed focus to how her estate and legacy are…
Image: Instagram| @missfranki MANILA — Actress and former beauty queen Franki Russell has addressed circulating photos linking her to Enrique Gil, while firmly denying allegations that she was involved in the reported breakup between Alexa…
Eric Quizon at the tomb of his father Dolphy Image: Instagram/@eric_quizon MANILA — Actor-director Eric Quizon has confirmed that he is in early discussions to develop a biographical film on…
Image: Instagram | @bini_ph Group draws global attention as “Pantropiko” clip surpasses 30 million views, leading all female acts in festival engagement INDIO, Calif. — Filipino pop group BINI delivered one of the…
Image: Instagram | @imangelaquino MANILA — Angel Aquino said she is grateful for the respectful public response following what she described as an “unplanned” coming-out moment during a recent television interview, emphasizing…
Sue Prado | Image: Facebook/May Shereen Prado MANILA — Character actress Sue Prado, a respected presence in Philippine independent cinema and television, died Tuesday, April 14. She was 44. Her death was…
The first time I met actor Joseph Estrada—former mayor, senator, vice president, and president of the Philippines—was when I was still in grade school at Aquinas School in San Juan…
Film builds momentum across festival circuit with international cast and cross-cultural storytelling VERO BEACH, Fla. — Love & Karma, based on a story by Celeste Friedman and written and directed by…
Credit – Event photos from Pechanga Resort Casino Single-day exhibition highlights international field, Filipino representation, and resort-scale hospitality TEMECULA, Calif. — Pechanga Resort Casino staged its 13th annual Pro-Am…
Guests fill the galleries at the International Hotel Manilatown Center during the sold-out opening of Inday: Manilatown Celebrates Women’s History Month, celebrating the work of American Filipina artists. Artist Roundtable…
Yasmien Kurdi and husband Rey Soldevilla with legal counsel Image from Facebook/@ yasmienkurdi143 Actor cites enforcement gaps; school disputes characterization of incidents MANILA — Actress Yasmien Kurdi has filed an administrative complaint with…
Hyun Bin as an NIS agent in “Made in Korea.” Image from Disney+ SEOUL — South Korea’s primary intelligence agency has named actor Hyun Bin an honorary counterintelligence agent, a symbolic designation aimed…
Image from Instragram/@ andersongeraldjr MANILA — Actor Gerald Anderson has opened a second resort property in Zambales, expanding his presence in the Philippines’ domestic tourism sector while maintaining an active screen career. Anderson…
Filipino-American actresses Isa Briones, Kristin Villanueva, and Amielynn Abellera photos from Sthanlee B. Mirador/Facebook LOS ANGELES — Filipino-American actress Isa Briones is part of a growing cohort of performers and creators advancing…
Image from Facebook/@ mattyjuniosa MANILA — Filipino singer Matty Juniosa will compete in the live semifinals of Britain’s Got Talent after earning a Golden Buzzer during the audition round. Juniosa secured the spot with a…
Dolly de Leon and Jon Michael Hill in “Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed” Screenshot image from Apple TV Filipina actress takes on a detective role in a 10-episode dark comedy thriller set…
Image from instragram/@jose_liwanag MANILA — Carlo Aquino, whose career spans more than three decades in Philippine film and television, said he is staying in the local entertainment industry following a period of…
@frankiepangilinan instagram account Frankie Pangilinan Social Media Post Fuels Public Interest in Relationship Status MANILA, Philippines — Simone Francesca Emmanuelle “Frankie” Pangilinan, daughter of Senator Francis Pangilinan and singer-actress Sharon…
FROM the warm hospitality of radio booths to the bright lights of TV studios, the past few weeks have been a whirlwind. It is always a privilege to step into…
Athletes’ careers are unpredictable. Less than 2% of NCAA college athletes turn professional and many professional athletes retire before they’re 35. Yet nearly 65% of athletes say they never had financial education in school. To help…
Manila, Philippines — The PHILSME Business Expo & Conference is expanding access to national business opportunities with the launch of the MSME Village Powered by Advocacy Partners at the 18th PHILSME, happening May 22–23, 2026…
This spring marks the start of a new era at Graton Resort & Casino. On May 4, the resort will unveil the next phase of its expansion, introducing new dining,…
“Open to Smart Rewards Card Members’ Children… 90 Winners, $10,000 Total Prize Pool” Lyndhurst, NJ – H Mart, the largest Asian supermarket chain in North America, is excited to launch…
In March 2026, U.S. President Donald J. Trump signed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), prohibiting Department of Defense (DOD) funding for “painful research” on domestic dogs…
