Philippine Information Agency website hacked!

By Pinoy Gossip Boy | Published: Aug 29, 2010


The website of the Philippine Information Agency (PIA) was hacked by suspected hackers from China. The Chinese flag is being shown in the welcome page.

Created in 1986 by virtue of Executive Order 100, its mission is to provide people with Read More »

Sarah Geronimo to leave ABS-CBN after iDOL?

By Pinoy Gossip Boy | Published: Aug 29, 2010

The lead stars of 'Idol' - Coco Martin, Sarah Geronimo, and Sam Milby. Sourced photo.

Despite her stellar career and high television visibility, speculations began that pop superstar Sarah Geronimo might be leaving ABS-CBN after her stint o the upcoming musical series iDOL.

As I was doing my daily dose of news monitoring, ABS-CBN published a report of the network transfer rumors. The report partly stated that Viva Talent Management, the talent agency handling Sarah Geronimo’s career would like to transfer her to another network so as to further her career.

Viva has transferred several of their talents from ABS-CBN to GMA-7 to wit: Rachel Ann Go, Mark Bautista, and Claudine Barretto.

Sarah Geronimo neither confirmed nor denied the reports. She said that she would still verify the news with Read More »

Maria Venus Raj to join Magkaribal cast?

By Pinoy Gossip Boy | Published: Aug 28, 2010

Ms. Universe 2010 4th Runner-up Maria Venus Raj

After making a major, major impression to millions of viewers worldwide on the global telecast of the Miss Universe 2010 pageant, Maria Venus Raj, who bagged the 4th runner-up place, is finally back in the Philippines.

Maria Venus Raj’s arrival in Manila was welcomed by family members and supporters.

Following her relatively successful stint at the Miss Universe pageant, there are now speculations that Maria Venus Raj will be joining the hit primetime series Magkaribal.

Magkaribal stars Gretchen Barretto, Bea Alonzo, and Derek Ramsay. It also features two former Bb. Pilipinas Universe: Nina Ricci Alagao and Bianca Manalo.

Thus, Maria Venus Raj’s addition to the equally beautiful cast is not a remote possibility. Venus, on her part, has expressed positive reactions to Read More »

Mara Clara set for revival on ABS-CBN

By Pinoy Gossip Boy | Published: Aug 27, 2010

ABS-CBN to revive hit series Mara Clara

Mara Clara, perhaps one of the most immortalized soap operas of all time, will be making a comeback on television.

ABS-CBN top management revealed last night during the trade launch at the NBC Tent that the television network will be reviving the soap opera which catapulted Judy Anne Santos to full stardom.

Per the announcement yesterday, Mara Clara, along with other shows, are slated to pilot in the coming days.

Mara Clara is the first soap opera I was able to watch. It has paved the way for soap operas to conquer Read More »

Kris Aquino appointed as Ammbassador for Dengue Prevention

By Pinoy Gossip Boy | Published: Aug 27, 2010
Kris Aquino flirting with boys

Kris Aquino swarmed by boys and not by mosquitoes

Queen of Multimedia Kris Aquino was appointed Ambassador for Dengue Prevention by the Department of Health, various sources confirm.

Of course, everybody knows that it is just an honorific title with no ministerial bearing. For the benefit of my readers who are not acquainted with consular practices, the ambassadorial title the Queen received is not of the same genus as an Ambassador Plenipotentiary and Extraordinary.

The number of victims who contracted the deadly dengue skyrocketed. I am not sure whether some areas had already declared a pandemic or some sort. Perhaps, I should ask my physician-law student friend Dr. Domingo about it.

In any case, I am quite elated that Read More »

John Lloyd Cruz respects Sarah Geronimo’s refusal to do third movie

By Pinoy Gossip Boy | Published: Aug 27, 2010

John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo seem intimate during dinner

Sarah Geronimo has decided not to do the third installment of her movie with fellow Box Office Royalty John Lloyd Cruz.

John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo first paired up with the box office hit A Very Special Love. They reprise their roles via the second installment of the movie, You Changed My Life. Indeed, both films earned them the accolade of Box Office King and Queen.

Thus, many fans of the Sarah-John Lloyd loveteam are longing for a third installment of their movie. But due to not so recent happenings, i.e. John Lloyd’s seemingly complicated love status, Sarah Geronimo decided not to push for a third movie with John Lloyd citing her inability to handle the pressure of outdoing the film’s previous huge scenes.

John Lloyd respects Sarah’s refusal to continue with the third installment saying that it would be hard if Sarah is Read More »

Claudine Barretto having an affair says Angelica Panganiban?

By Pinoy Gossip Boy | Published: Aug 26, 2010

Claudine Barretto in a provocative episode on TV

People perhaps already know that there is an ongoing feud between versatile actresses Claudine Barretto and Angelica Panganiban. However, not too many are aware of the cause of the said spat.

In an article published on Tonight, Claudine Barretto was reportedly thinking of filing a slander suit against Angelica Panganiban. Per the article, Angelica was allegedly spreading rumors that Claudine is having an extra-marital affair.

The man whom Claudine was alleged to be having an extra-marital affair with is no less than Read More »

Vice Ganda is newest Globe Prepaid Endorser

By Pinoy Gossip Boy | Published: Aug 25, 2010

Vice Ganda endorses Globe Prepaid. Photo part of press kit.

Known for his razor-sharp wit, hilarious jokes, and the trademark phrase “May nag-text…,” Vice Ganda joins the roster of Globe celebrity endorsers, which includes pop superstar Sarah Geronimo and child wonder Zaijian “Santino” Jaranilla.

Vice Ganda was launched as Globe’s newest celebrity endorser in a press briefing at Annabel’s Restaurant tonight, August 25 at around 7p.m. The event was attended by entertainment writers from various media: print, television, and online.

The press conference was hosted by Vice Ganda’s very own manager Ogie Diaz. The event was filled with entertainment provided by the newest endorser himself.

Vice Ganda, along with his tag line “May nag-text,” will be the face of Globe Prepaid’s newest promos. First is the Super All Txt 20, the all-day offer that allows your Read More »