Broadway Barkada brings a mesmerizing show to Las Vegas
By Gloria Caoile AFTER a difficult year for the arts and art lovers, Las Vegas was treated to a performance of BROADWAY STRIPPED by Broadway Barkada on Friday, June 11….
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Fil-Am internet star Bretman Rock among Nike’s campaign ambassadors for Pride month
FILIPINO American internet star Bretman Rock is among the faces of Nike’s 2021 Be True campaign, created in honor of June as Pride Month. Across social media platforms, the influencer…
Meet Ari Agbayani: Marvel introduces Filipina superhero
MARVEL Comics has unveiled a new Filipina American superhero joining the fourth issue of the “United States of Captain America” limited series. Ari Agbayani is a scholar student who seeks…
‘Nurse Unseen’: Documentary charting history, humanity of Filipino nurses reaches fundraising goal
THE Kickstarter campaign for “Nurse Unseen,” an independent documentary that explores the history and humanity of Filipino nurses in the United States, has surpassed its goal and raised over $64,000…
Catriona Gray on new single: It’s a ‘call to action’
MISS Universe 2018 Catriona Gray is further establishing herself in the music industry with a new single. “R.Y.F” is Gray’s version of “Raise Your Flag,” a song inspired by the…
Red Roses for St. Jude: A live virtual benefit concert with AJ Rafael and friends
Help end childhood cancer by supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on June 7 on Twitch ON Monday, June 7, from 7-9 p.m. PDT, leading musician and artist AJ Rafael…
Fil-Am comedian Jo Koy to star in ABC sitcom ‘Josep’
FILIPINO American stand-up comedian Jo Koy is set to star in and executive produce an upcoming sitcom for U.S. media network ABC. “Josep” is described as a “single-camera sitcom based…
Netflix’s anime series ‘Trese’ features all-star Filipino cast
NETFLIX has announced the complete English and Filipino language voice cast for its highly-anticipated original anime series “Trese.” The streaming giant on Friday, May 21, revealed that Pussycat Dolls singer…
Olivia Rodrigo tells it like it is on debut album ‘SOUR’
The Filipina American singer-songwriter releases her highly anticipated debut to rave reviews and an army of new fans IT’S the year of Olivia Rodrigo, and it’s best we all accept…
How a Fil-Am filmmaker’s struggle for identity gave birth to an award-winning script
Stacie Gancayco-Adlao, a Filipina American filmmaker and actor, just scored the biggest win of her career so far. Her coming-of-age drama feature, ‘Clementine,’ won the Final Draft Big Break Grand…
‘See Us Unite for Change’ event to feature Black Eyed Peas, Saweetie, more AAPI talent
POPULAR acts Black Eyed Peas and Saweetie will be performing during a special event that will celebrate and support the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community. “See Us Unite…
Henry Golding jumps from romantic lead to action hero in G.I. Joe reboot
After establishing himself as a credible heartthrob for rom-coms, Henry Golding has embarked on a more adventurous role as he turns into an action star in his latest film Snake…
John Lloyd says son Elias gives meaning to his life
AWARD-WINNING actor John Lloyd Cruz, who has confirmed that he and Bea Alonzo will star in a forthcoming film, has a new outlook in life, courtesy of his son Elias….
Documentary highlighting Fil-Am nurses launches Kickstarter campaign
A Kickstarter campaign has been launched to support a documentary that explores the history and humanity of Filipino nurses in the United States risking their lives on the frontlines of…
PH candidate Rabiya Mateo ends Miss Universe journey in Top 21
MISS Universe Philippines Rabiya Mateo has concluded her pageant journey after finishing as a semifinalist at the competition’s Top 21. Mateo failed to enter the Top 10 of the 69th…
Fil-Am star Olivia Rodrigo releases new song ‘Good 4 U’
FILIPINA American Disney star and singer Olivia Rodrigo has followed up her chart-topping singles with a new track from her upcoming debut album. Rodrigo on Friday, May 14, released “Good…
Jolina, Melai and Karla keep communication lines open
“MAGANDANG Buhay” co-hosts Jolina Magdangal, Melai Cantiveros and Karla Estrada have known each other for many, many years. Having known each other since joining the singing/impersonation contest “Your Face Sounds…
Jessica Sanchez releases new song calling for unity amid anti-Asian hate
FILIPINA American singer Jessica Sanchez has debuted a new song that calls attention to the surge of anti-Asian hate crimes and incidents in the United States. “Us” was released on…
Fil-Am actors Tia Carrere, Lou Diamond Phillips join ‘Easter Sunday’
TWO-TIME Grammy Award winner Tia Carrere, along with Golden Globe nominee Lou Diamond Phillips, have joined the cast of Amblin Partners family comedy “Easter Sunday.” “Easter Sunday” will be based…
Rabiya Mateo apologizes for Filipinos’ racist comments directed at fellow Miss Universe candidates
MISS Universe Philippines Rabiya Mateo has apologized to Miss Universe Canada Nova Stevens and Miss Universe Thailand Amanda Obdam following some racist comments from Filipino fans. During a virtual press…
Fil-Am rock climbing athletes Pamela Price & Justin Nucum to compete on TBS’ ‘WIPEOUT’
COMPETITIVE Filipino American athletes, Pamela Price and Justin Nucum, are set to compete on the hit TV show, “WIPEOUT,” airing on TBS Network. Their specific episode will air on Thursday,…
SB19 becomes first Filipino group nominated for Billboard Music Awards
PINOY pop group SB19 has made history as the first Filipino and Southeast Asian act to be nominated for Top Social Artist at the 2021 Billboard Music Awards (BBMAs). The…
[WATCH] ‘Gold’ by Ella Jay Basco, featuring rapper Ruby Ibarra, embraces culture, self-love
An anthem for the Asian American community ACTRESS and singer-songwriter Ella Jay Basco released the music video for her single “Gold,” a song of empowerment featuring Bay Area rapper Ruby…
‘Message to all the young Black and Filipino girls’: H.E.R. wins Oscar for Best Original Song
R&B singer-songwriter H.E.R. has earned her first Oscar for her song “Fight For You” from “Judas and the Black Messiah.” The 23-year-old artist, who is Black and Filipina, took home…
Guapdad 4000, !IImind explore the cultural bridge between Filipino and American cultures in ‘1176’
Catching up with two of the most unique voices in the hip-hop and R&B space AMONG the album releases of 2021, none so far have taken listeners on a winding…
Eva Noblezada joins comedy film ‘Easter Sunday’
TWO-TIME Tony nominee Eva Noblezada has joined the cast of Amblin Partners family comedy “Easter Sunday.” Along with Noblezada is comedian and actor Brandon Wardell, known for his work on…
Fil-Am star Olivia Rodrigo announces debut album
FILIPINA American Disney actress and singer Olivia Rodrigo has revealed the details for her upcoming album out on May 21. The “High School Musical: The Musical: The Series” breakout star…
Fil-Am actress Tisha Custodio stars in new Disney+ series ‘Big Shot’ alongside John Stamos
EMERGING Filipina American actress Tisha Custodio is getting a shot at her first television role. Custodio plays Carolyn “Mouse” Smith, a teenage basketball player who comes from a military family…
Fil-Am producer, director Stacey Angeles nominated for Directors Guild of America award
By Normita Fenn The Directors Guild of America recently announced the nominees for Outstanding Directorial Achievement in television, commercials and documentary for 2020. One of the nominees for outstanding achievement…
Fil-Am star Olivia Rodrigo releases new single
FILIPINA American Disney star and singer Olivia Rodrigo has returned with a follow-up to her debut smash hit “Drivers License.” Rodrigo on Thursday, April 1, released “Deja Vu” from her…