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The Master Cutter, bannered by Dingdong Dantes, continues to dominate the primetime block, captivating viewers with gripping twists and emotional confrontations. Since its premiere, the series has drawn audiences into the world of Atoy Padua (Dingdong), a highly skilled Scout Ranger who has chosen a quiet life as a tailor while secretly working as a man-hunter and tracker for hire. In recent episodes, Atoy discovered that Ibyang (Sienna Stevens) could not read. This revelation prompted him to step up as the much-needed guiding light for Ibyang. As Ame (Jo Berry) later explains, Ibyang grew up in an orphanage and never had the opportunity to receive a proper education. Could this journey lead to Atoy becoming the father figure that Ibyang has been searching for? The emotional connection between the two characters goes beyond the camera, as Dingdong previously shared that he has been mesmerized by Sienna’s work ethic, having worked with her since Royal Blood. “From Lizzy to Ibyang, I’ve ...

Beloved superstars and royal box-office couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera reunite for Star Cinema’s upcoming family drama "Remember" and head to Quebec to begin filming the movie. The film is a joint production of Star Cinema, APT Entertainment, AgostoDos Pictures, and Regal Entertainment. It also reunites the real-life couple with award-winning director Mae Cruz Alviar, who helmed their blockbuster hit "Rewind," one of the highest-grossing Filipino films of all time. Before their departure, Dingdong expressed excitement about working once again with the same team behind "Rewind." Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes "Ready na kami umalis papuntang Quebec. Sisimulan na namin ang isang espesyal na pelikula. After three years nung huli kaming nagsama at nandun na si Direk Mae, inaantay na kami at uumpisahan na namin ang pelikulang 'Remember.' It feels good to work with the same team behind 'Rewind,' plus more. Nakakatuwa na na-rere-r...

Broadcast media giant GMA Network has once more proven its mettle on the global stage, taking home two Bronze Medals for the Philippines alongside seven Finalist Certificates at the 2026 New York Festivals (NYF) TV & Film Awards. GMA Public Affairs’ special documentary “Broken Roads, Broken Promises” won its first international award, taking home the Bronze Medal in the Documentary: Human Concerns category. Mr. Dingdong Dantes led a compelling journey across the Philippines, exposing the devastating human cost of corruption amid anomalies in the multi-billion-peso flood-control project that has been haunting the country. The multi-decorated GMA Public Affairs program, The Atom Araullo Specials, adds another award to its collection of NYF wins, receiving the Bronze Medal for the documentary “Golden Tree” under the Environment & Ecology category. The episode probed the high-stakes illegal trade of Agarwood (Lapnisan), considered one of the most expensive natural raw materials in ...

Last Wednesday (May 13), gunshots echoed inside the Senate amid rumors of an impending arrest for Senator Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa following a warrant issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding the previous administration’s bloody war on drugs. Before the chaos erupted and his eventual departure from the Senate, Sen. Bato gave Jessica Soho one final sit-down interview. Will he surrender to the ICC? What is his reaction to the thousands of EJK (extrajudicial killing) victims? Is his sudden appearance at the session, after a nearly six-month absence, politically motivated? Amidst the turmoil and the change in Senate leadership, how will this impact the scheduled impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte? Meanwhile, in a special interview with Jessica, Dingdong Dantes looks back on his nearly three decades in showbiz—from his days as a teen star to becoming one of the most respected leading men of this generation, and now, the lead of the new series The Ma...

  History unfolds on Philippine television this April 24, as the local edition of Family Feud bridges the gap between Manila and the United States for an unprecedented global crossover.   In a landmark moment for the franchise, Dingdong Dantes engaged  in an exclusive video conversation with the legendary Steve Harvey, the face of Family Feud in America.   This rare meeting of hosts is sure to spark intense curiosity among fans! Will this dialogue lead to Steve Harvey visiting the Philippine studio, or perhaps a journey for Dingdong to meet the global franchise icon in Atlanta, Georgia? It would be recalled that Steve became a household name in the Philippines when he mistakenly announced that Miss Colombia Ariadna Gutierrez had won the title of Miss Universe 2015, when, in fact, it was Miss Philippines Pia Wurtzbach.   Meanwhile, the exciting and star-studded episodes continue every day, with studio players competing for up to...

Actor Derek Ramsay remains silent about his reported to transfer to another network as he bares his goals for 2019. ’Basta makikita n’yo na lang ako sa TV. Bawal pa po muna ako magsalita. But soon, you’ll see me on TV and I’m really excited about that. My goal for 2019 is really to focus on pro golf but plans changed and another blessing was given to me. I’m really excited what’s gonna happen in 2019. So you will see me on TV,’’ Ramsay said when asked about his pending transfer to another major television network," says Derek when asked if he already signed up with a major television network, during the launch of a television commercial for Dunkin' Donuts recently. For six years, Derek was under contract for TV5 . He bid goodbye to the Kapatid Network in April 2018. Rumors have it that the Filipino-British actor is set to sign up for GMA Network this year. Aside from show business, Ramsay also divulged his other goals for 2019. “I’ve said many times that I am ti...

Inamin ni Anne Curtis na patay na patay talaga sya sa Korean star na si Gong Yoo at halos ginawa na niya ang lahat para makita lamang niya ito ng personal. Binalikan ni Anne ang mga araw na nasa super fan mode siya para kay Gong Yoo, star ng blockbuster movie na "Train to Busan" at K-drama na "Goblin," nang mag-guest sya sa "Tonight With Boy Abunda" sa ABS CBN. "Kasi Erwan and I talaga, every Sunday, we do a movie night. And while we are browsing, 'Train to Busan' came up. I asked him 'have you seen this movie?' 'No!' So sabi ko 'let's watch it!' Habang nanunood kami nakatingin ako sa lead guy. Sabi ko he's cute no? Gumanon pa ako kay Erwan; "Sabi naman niya, 'He's okay.' So ang ginawa ko nag-google ako ng lead. Si Gong Yoo yun! Tapos nakita ko 'yung filmography niya. So I researched! I lifted up. His last series was 'Goblin.' I watched everything. 'Yung series niya....

Kapuso star Ai-Ai delas Alas and Gerald Sibayan got married during a star-studded ceremony at the Christ the King church in Greenmeadows, Quezon City last Dec. 12. Ai-Ai and Gerald are now in Japan for their honeymoon. Ai-Ai walked down the aisle wearing an off-shoulder white wedding gown created by Frederick Peralta while director Louie Ignacio hand-painted the wedding veil of the comedienne. Seven bishops officiated the wedding. Among the principal sponsors were Sen. Richard Gordon, former Gov. Chavit Singson, former Vice President Jejomar Binay; GMA 7 chairman and chief executive officer Atty. Felipe L. Gozon Jr.; T.A.P.E. Inc. and CEO Tony Tuviera, talent manager Lolit Solis, producer Marivin Arayata; producer Lily Monteverde-Teo, who was represented by Roselle Monteverde; and Ana Puno. Secondary sponsors were celebrity couple Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera; Vic Sotto and Pauleen Luna; Ogie Alcasid and Regine Velasquez. Sharon Cuneta was the matron of honor...

Actress Cristine Reyes has denied allegations that she snubbed Kapuso star Marian Rivera during the premier night of her movie "Seven Sundays" recently. "Hindi 'yun tutoo. Paano ko s'ya ma-i-snub e sobrang ganda n'ya? Actually nag-usap pa kami so I don't know saan galing 'yung issue," said Reyes when asked if she really snubbed Rivera, during an interview on "Tonight With Boy Abunda" on ABS CBN. A viral video showed Rivera attended the premiere of "Seven Sundays" with husband Dingdong Dantes who stars in the same film. In the same footage, Reyes was seen talking to some guests inside the theater but it was never shown that she talked to Rivera who was already seated in the movie house. Reyes also talked about how she manages the finances with husband mixed martial artist husband Ali Khatibi. "It's not how I manage it. It's how Ali manages it. He's the guy eh. I think it's not...

It's party time for actress Marian Rivera, husband Dingdong Dantes and their daughter Maria Leticia in Greece and Italy. The Dantes couple visited Greece and Italy as part of their 15-day holiday vacation abroad. “Kasi 'yong kaibigan ko, ikakasal sa Italy. So pupunta kami doon, nanamnamin na namin at magiikot-ikot na kami,” said Rivera in an interview on GMA 7 recently. After Greece and Italy, they are headed for Spain to visit Rivera's grandfather Francisco Javier. “Ang ending namin, si Papa. Gusto na niyang makita si Zia,” Rivera said. Check out the holiday photos of the Dantes couple in Greece and Italy. ' We enjoyed window shopping on the quaint streets of Fira.' 'Sa titig mo pa lang lazshing na ako! 😂 But my smile says it all...❤️ 'S'agapo agapi mu!' 'Ang ganda ng na-witness kong sunset kahapon, pero wala nang mas gaganda pa sa titigan ng mag-ama ko.' 'il mio amore bambino...❤️...

Actress Marian Rivera thanked her clients for patronizing her preserved flower arrangements which are almost sold out now. "I humbly thank you for the prayers, encouragement, patience, understanding and support to fulfill my dream of owning a flower shop. Salamat sa inspirasyon na nakukuha ko sa mga nakapaligid at naniniwala sa akin," said Rivera on Instagram as her flower shop Flora Vida made its soft opening recently. Rivera thanked her husband actor Dingdong Dantes who gave her the flower shop business. "Thank you to my husband for helping me make this dream business of mine a reality. Love you Mahal. Thank you so much for patronizing Flora Vida by Marian;" "Our flower arrangements (name of provinces and color in Spanish) are almost sold out. For available arrangements (all in square vases), please email me at FloraVidaByMarian@gmail.com @floravidabymarian," Rivera also said on Instagram. Rivera said that she accepted orders from April ...