Philippine News

June 19 ------ Bea Alonzo and Kelvin Miranda were among the Kapuso nominees at the inaugural FAMAS Broadcast Arts Awards! On Facebook, the Filipino Academy of Movie Arts and Sciences released the nominations for several categories. Bea and Kelvin were both nominated under Best Performer (Series/Anthology) for their work in "Widows' War" and "Encantadia Chronicles: Sang'gre," respectively. The two shows were also nominated under Best Series (Long/Short Form). The show's re

June 19 ------ Bea Millan-Windorski may have been crowned Miss Universe Philippines, but that did not prevent her from receiving an award at the Miss Universe Myanmar pageant. The American-Filipino activist and environmental advocate got to parade on the stage of the neighboring country’s pageant when she received the “Best Fashion Award” in the female category at the show held in Yangon on Wednesday evening, June 17. Windorski was invited as a special guest to the 2026 Mis

MANILA, Philippines, June 19 ------ Anthony told The STAR that he had learned many lessons from his past experiences. “But what’s more important is to be a good person because everything will follow,” he reiterated. He added that he is “OK now” and “happy.” “Everything’s going well. I’m blessed right now because andaming blessings na pumapasok pa rin. I think I’m on a good path because I did a project in the US (‘Nurse the Dead’), and I have an upcoming film. Maraming aaban

MANILA, June 19 ------ Joshua Garcia is back in action with his new Prime Video series "Love Is Never Gone," where he stars opposite Ivana Alawi for the first time. In an interview on "Oh My Gan," Joshua shared that the story follows two people who meet in Morocco, where his character crosses paths with Yana Kassir, played by Ivana. But what begins as a connection eventually leads to betrayal and revenge. “Dun ko makikilala yung character ni Ivana si Yana Kassir and then ev

MANILA, Philippines, June 18 ------ Actress and host Atasha Muhlach will take on her first major theater leading role as Annie Batungbakal in "Bongga Ka, ’Day!: The Annie Batungbakal Musical," set to open in September 2026 at the Newport Performing Arts Theater. Newport World Resorts, in partnership with Viva Communications, announced Muhlach's casting on Wednesday to portray the beloved character inspired by the iconic Hotdog hit. Muhlach joins a cast that includes Sam Con

June 18 ------ As she ventures into a solo career, Belle Mariano said she has become less afraid of change and failure, and to try new things. Mariano reflected on her personal and professional growth after recently celebrating her 24th birthday. Subsequently, she was also unveiled as the June 2026 cover of Cosmopolitan Philippines, the first celebrity to grace the interactive OOH cover of the magazine. During a media conference on Tuesday, June 16, the young actress refle

June 18 ------ Angeline Quinto fulfilled a promise she made to her late adoptive mom, Mama Bob, as the singer-actress graduated from college at the age of 36. Quinto shared her academic milestone through a series of posts on her Instagram Stories on Tuesday, June 16. She graduated from ⁠Immaculada Concepcion College with a degree in business administration, major in marketing management During her commencement ceremony, Quinto had a pin that featured a photo of her and Ma

June 18 ------ Rochelle Pangilinan is overwhelmed with love following the Sexbomb Girls’ concert in California, United States. In Athena Imperial’s report on “24 Oras” on Wednesday, Rochelle said everyone in the audience knew the songs and choreography. “Lahat sila sabay-sabay na sumasayaw at kumakanta talaga from the very start ng concert hanggang huli. Alam nila lahat ng kanta ng Sexbomb. Wala eh parang kami rin parang naglalaro na lang din,” she shared. Rochelle also s

June 17 ------ Liza Soberano is opening up about the challenges that came with leaving behind an established career in the Philippines to pursue opportunities in Hollywood. Speaking on the "Painfully Human Podcast," the actress reflected on her decision to relocate to Los Angeles and the realities of starting over in a highly competitive industry. The actress acknowledged that the move has significantly changed her financial situation. She also addressed criticism from thos

June 17 ------ Father’s Day will no longer be the same for OPM hitmaker Ogie Alcasid, especially after the death of his father almost six years ago. Ogie couldn’t help but feel emotional as he opened up about the time he lost his father, Herminio Sr., to Covid-19 on September 15, 2020. Such was the situation during the coronavirus pandemic that family members, even people of stature, were prohibited from visiting the sick or even seeing them even before they die, and their

June 17 ------ MrBeast has done it: he has reached 500 million subscribers on YouTube, becoming the first content creator to achieve the milestone. On Instagram, MrBeast shared photos of himself showing off the newest YouTube Play Button to commemorate the milestone, making him the first person to own the unique hardware. MrBeast, whose real name is Jimmy Donaldson, also posed in front of his Play Button wall, showcasing his subscriber growth on the video-sharing platform f

June 17 ------ The competition is getting real for the candidates of the Binibining Pilipinas 2026 pageant as the preliminary judging gets close. Scheduled on June 22 at the Novotel Manila Araneta City in Quezon City, the preliminary competition will help determine who among the 36 candidates will move closer to the crowns at stake. The date and venue of the crucial event was announced at the “Global Wellness” conference attended by the candidates at Ibis Styles Manila Aran

June 16 ------ Anne Curtis, Dingdong Dantes and Joshua Garcia, are among the nominees at the 21st Seoul International Drama Awards 2026. The three Filipino actors were included among the nominees for the Outstanding Asian Star Award this year, as stated in a press release posted on the awarding body’s website on Monday, June 15. The Outstanding Asian Star Award recognizes actors and actresses who made a significant impact in drama productions over the past year across six p

June 16 ------ Sue made her acting debut via the 2011 remake of the classic 1990s soap opera “Mula Sa Puso,” where she showcased her promising dramatic chops as Nicole Matias, a role originally played by former actress Anna Larrucea. She later joined the cast of the well-loved afternoon drama “Angelito: Batang Ama” as Rona Dimaano, a role she reprised in its sequel, “Angelito: Ang Bagong Yugto.” Her growing versatility became evident when she got cast in the horror-fantasy

June 16 ------ As students across the country gear up for another school year, content creator Esnyr Ranollo has brought back his viral school-themed YouTube series with a brand-new episode, "First Day High." The latest installment premiered on June 14 and taps into the familiar excitement, awkwardness, and first-day jitters that come with returning to school. Announcing the release on Instagram, the former "Pinoy Big Brother: Celebrity Edition Collab" housemate expressed

June 16 ------ Filipina-British actress Eve Ridley is set to make her mark in the DC Universe as part of the cast of “Supergirl,” one of the most anticipated films in DC Studios' new era. The 14-year-old actress will portray Ruthye Marye Knoll, a young alien farmhand seeking justice after her father's murder at the hands of Krem of the Yellow Hills, played by Matthias Schoenaerts. The film stars Milly Alcock as Supergirl and Jason Momoa as the intergalactic bounty hunter Lobo

June 15 ------ For the ninth edition of the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors’ (SPEEd) The Eddys, veteran actors John Arcilla, Edgar Mortiz, Rio Locsin and Janice de Belen will receive the 2026 Movie Icon Award for their “enduring commitment to their craft and their contributions to raising the standard of Filipino films.” The awards ceremony will be held on July 5 at the Ceremonial Hall of Newport World Resorts in Pasay City. On the other hand, the recipients of th

June 15 ------ As part of its international activities, SB19 is set to hold a Thanksgiving fan meet titled “I WaS There” in the United States and Japan. The five-member group—Pablo, Josh, Stell, Ken, and Justin—announced the special fan event through a Facebook post. The first stop of the “I WaS There Thanksgiving Fanmeet” will be held in Sacramento, USA on August 8, followed by another gathering in Yokohama, Japan on August 18. Ahead of the fan meet, the group is set to make

MANILA, Philippines, June 15 ------ Nothing is never late in life as long as you pursue it. Having a concert at 71 happened for actor-turned-TV director Edgar “Bobot” Mortiz last June 13 at the full-house Proscenium Theater. Edgar made it happen, no matter how belatedly. Two years ago, he launched his eight-track debut album, “Goin’ Standard,” when he turned 70. This time, he took the stage for the first time and did a solo concert. The Manila Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) bac

June 15 ------ Jinkee Pacquiao took to social media to share a glimpse of the wedding of her son, Jimuel Pacquiao, to his partner Carolina Pimentel in Los Angeles, California. On her Instagram page, the socialite wrote: "My son today, a groom forever. Wishing you a lifetime of joy in the Lord and endless love!" As seen in the photos, Jimuel and Carolina tied the knot in a garden wedding in L.A. on June 12, which was attended by the couple's family and friends. The wedding fea