Sam Milby Willing to Work With Marie Digby

Singer-actor Sam Milby has expressed willingness to work with international singer Marie Digby, who is now in the country.

In their first exclusive interview together, Digby revealed that she wants to try show business in the Philippines.

“We are collaborating with the management so I’m very very excited,” she said.

Milby, on the other hand, said he is excited over Digby’s decision to stay in the country.

“Siyempre happy ako not only as a friend but bilang isa ring fan. Magaling talaga si Marie,” he said.

“Hindi ko alam kung magiging regular siya sa ASAP but sana naman. Siyempre again bilang isang fan, I would love to at least do a number with Marie,” Milby added.

Digby also affirmed what Milby said. “Yeah, that would be fun,” she said.

Asked if he was open to recording a duet with the international singer, Milby said: “Depende siyempre sa record label naman po. Siyempre I’m very open. I’m very very open.”

Meanwhile, Digby divulged that aside from work, she also wants to spend time with Milby in the motocross range.

“I do, I really wanna ride,” she said.

Milby and Digby had a “romance” before, but it failed to blossom into a serious relationship.

Milby had confirmed that he and Digby decided to remain friends. According to the actor, distance took its toll on their ties since Digby used to be based in Japan

Kapamilya Karavan Goes to Panaad sa Negros

About 50,000 people filled the 24-hectare Panaad Stadium in Bacolod City, as ABS-CBN Regional Network Group’s Kapamilya Karavan, in collaboration with ABS-CBN Bacolod, hits Negros Occidental’s biggest festivity, the “Panaad Sa Negros,” featuring most sought after Kapamilya stars Coco Matin of Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin, John Pratts of Happy Yipee Yehey!, Maricar Reyes of Imortal and Kapamilya hunk Ron Morales and Prince of Pop Erik Santos.

Loud screams from thousands of loyal Negrosano Kapamilyas dominated the festival venue as each of the Kapamilya stars stepped on stage and gave their blazing performances. Some of the fans were lucky as they got to hug and even kiss their favorite celebrities. Negros’ local stars former PBB housemate Nel Rapiz, Dorothy “Dot-dot” Luarca of Kapamilya Mas Winner Ka and Shirin C. Khabbaz of MagTV Na Amiga! hosted this festive event.

Kapamilya hunk Ron Morales was first to perform. Girls were ecstatic as Ron sang “Harana.” The “kilig” atmosphere continued when he offered another song and invited a young teenage girl from the audience to sing with him. What made everyone more excited is when he took off his plaid polo and had it worn by the girl he’s singing with. This truly romantic gesture of Ron enlivened the Panaad Stadium.

If Ron enthralled the fans with his sizzling hot physique, Pop Prince Erik Santos maintained the romantic feel, as he sang some of his most wanted hits. Like Ron, Erik didn’t deprive his hugs and kisses to a lucky Kapamilya girl. Erik even initiated the romantic embrace while belting his songs of love.

The gentlemen were also big winners in the Kapamilya Karavan, as the beautiful Marcicar took center stage and gave her bubbly performance. All the male Negrosanos in the audience were amazed with Maricar’s radiant skin. That’s why when Maricar went near the audience area, cameras kept on clicking just to capture images of the gorgeous actress. Everyone was surprised when Maricar showed the rocker in her as she performed Imago’s “Akap.” Maricar enthusiastically congratulated the Negrosanos with the success of the Panaad festival and likewise commended some of Bacolod’s delicacies. “Sobrang sarap ng butterscotch,” she said.

The crowd became excited again when John Pratts started to perform. He sang two songs, but eventually gave his best dance moves, as requested by the Negrosanos. To jazz up his grooves, he invited some girls from the audience to dance with him, ala Superclub style. The girls were overjoyed with John’s invitation, so they grabbed and hugged him. One of them even attempted to take a picture of her with the ultimate “Supah” dancer. With all these reactions, John can’t explain the happiness he feels. “Grabe, hindi ko kinakaya ang energy ng mga taga-Bacolod… Sobrang saya dito,” he said.

Completing the pack of the country’s brightest celebrities featured in this year’s Kapamilya Karavan in Panaad Sa Negros is Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin lead actor Coco Martin. Even before he stepped on stage, his fans kept on shouting his name. “We love you Coco!,” goes their screams. The actor’s innate charisma definitely captivated the joyous hearts of the Negrosanons. As a gift for his fans, Coco serenaded the crowd with his love-inspired performances. He even invited a lady from the audience to sing with him. “Ngayon ko napatunayan na saan mang panig ng bansa, marami talagang loyal Kapamilyas,” he said.

The unforgettable Kapamilya Karavan ended with a colorful fireworks display presented by DSS Fireworks of Dumaguete City, the winner of the 1st Panaad Sa Negros Musical Pyrotechnics Competition.

Prior to the Kapamilya Karavan, ABS-CBN Bacolod also presented the awarding of 30 outstanding farmers, fishermen and livestock caretakers in an event dubbed as “Pasidungog sa Mangunguma, Mangingisda kag Manugsagud Sapat.” TV Patrol Negros anchor Ryan Gamboa and The Morning Show host Honey Grace Catalan hosted the awarding ceremonies. The award-giving event is under Negros Occidental’s Food Security Program led by Gov. Alfredo Marañon Jr.

Two Person Will Receive AJ Perez's Corneas

Jay Ilagan, Miko Sotto, Cesar Montano’s son Angelo and Toni Rose Gaida’s son Edward James are among the famous personalities who passed away and donated their eye corneas to the Eye Bank.

Just recently, the family of young actor AJ Perez decided to do the same.

In an exclusive interview with ABS-CBN News, the president of Sta. Lucia Eye Bank said she admires the decision of the Perez family to give AJ’s corneas.

“Humahanga ako sa mgatao na imagine nagdadalamhati ka, naghihinagpis ka, namatay ang anak mo pero naisip mo pa na mag-donate,” Dr. Menguita Padilla said.

Padilla explained that the recipients of the actor’s corneas come in a “first-come first-serve” basis.

Fortunately, 28-year-old Lawrence Villanueva gets to receive one of them.

Villanueva said it has been 3 years since his vision started getting worse.

He said that he is still in awe that the cornea that will be transplanted to him belonged to AJ.

He is scheduled to undergo a corneal transplant on Thursday.

“God really works in different ways talaga,” Villanueva said.

“Kahit na anong donor pa iyan, kidney or heart, it’s their legacy eh. It’s part of them also,” he added.

The other recipient of AJ’s cornea is an 8-year-old boy.

The parents of AJ are set to meet the receivers of their son’s corneas after their operations.

According to them, AJ may not be physically present anymore but a part of his life has continued to help and change lives of other people.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Successful Star Magic US Tour

A lot of Kapamilyas abroad trooped to Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, California to witness the show staged by ABS-CBN Star Magic artists.

In an exclusive interview with “Showbiz News Ngayon,” several Star Magic stars expressed how glad they were for the warm welcome given to them.

“Marami pong salamat sa lahat ng support na ibinigay po ninyo sa amin,” Gerald Anderson said.

“Maraming maraming salamat po sa pagsuporta,” said Kim Chiu.

“It was a fun night. Everybody was laughing, dancing. Masaya,” Gabby Concepcion said.

“Happy na happy ako na nandito ako sa states ngayon para sa Star Magic tour,” Sam Milby said.

Meanwhile, KC Concepcion is happy to be given the chance to spend time with her co-Star Magic artists.

“First time ko silang makilala at first time nila akong makilala so nakakapagusap kami, nagtatawanan na kami,” she said.

This is the first time that Concepcion joined a Star Magic tour since she became a ward of ABS-CBN’s talent management arm.

Aside from the tour, actors John Lloyd Cruz and Bea Alonzo did not forget to remind their fans back in the Philippines about the shows that the viewers should watch out for.

“Huling linggo na po ng Imortal. Huwag niyo na pong bitawan,” said Cruz.

“Huwag niyo pong kakalimutang panoorin sa Black Saturday na po “Pak! Pak! My Doctor Kwak” na,” said Alonzo

ABS-CBN Publishing Welcomes Maven Magazine

Filipinas have a new fashion, beauty and lifestyle guide to turn to, and it goes by the name of Maven, ABS-CBN Publishing’s newest title, to be released this April 2011. A bi-monthly magazine, Maven aims to bridge the gap between the collegiate readers of Chalk magazine and the more fashion-savvy followers of Metro magazine. By enlisting seasoned experts in the fields of fashion, beauty, and relationships to fulfill the modern Filipina woman, Maven is the life companion for young, modern Filipino women who want to live and love the best way they can.

Georgina Wilson is Maven’s first cover girl, and other feature-worthy women within its pages include celebrity stylist Alyanna Martinez and accomplished writer Tweet Sering, who stay true to Maven’s tagline, “homegrown, real and glamorous.” Maven’s maiden issue also bravely tackles the difficult but real issues of sex, dating and friendship, inviting the voices and real-life experiences of real men and women to empower readers as they forge and strengthen connections to complete their lives. With expert and real-life contributions in its maiden issue and issues to come, Maven is the go-to guide for a real and glamorous lifestyle for young women everywhere.

Stars Tweet on the Sudden Death of AJ Perez

Here are the tweets of fellow Kapamilya and other stars regarding the sudden death of AJ Perez.

Alessandra de Rossi: Napaka-unexpected talaga ng mga turns sa buhay. Dear Lord, be with us. RIP, kid. Vaya con Dios.

Gabriel Valenciano: I just found out a good friend of mine just passed away tonight, I can’t and don’t want to believe it but it is what is. Lord, be with the loved ones he has left behind. AJ Perez (@ajperez17), thank you for being a sincerely, truly, and uncompromisingly nice guy throughout all the years of knowing you. You will truly be missed. Love you bro. Continue dancing in heaven my friend.

Kaye Abad: My god, sana ‘di totoo ang balita. Nagkita pa kami kagabi. Ang bata pa niya para mamatay. Rest in peace AJ!

Angel Locsin: Finally done with our shoot.. I’m still in shock. My condolences to the family of AJ Perez.

Napakabait na bata. Rest in peace AJ :(

Lauren Young: AJ. You were like a brother to me. You’ll always be in my heart. May you rest in peace -- :(

Luis Manzano: Rest in peace AJ, train muay with you in heaven! (Pero wag muna ha).

Zsa Zsa Padilla: Woke up to devastating news that our fellow artist from ASAP ROCKS, AJ Perez died from a vehicular accident. He was only 18 years old. :( Rest in peace, anak AJ Perez.

Anne Curtis: I’ll always hold the memory of being your muse for your senior year at LSGH. Rest in peace AJ.

Lea Salonga: Condolences to the family and fans of AJ Perez. From all reports he was a great guy. Rest in peace.

Matteo Guidicelli: Until now I still can’t believe it. AJ was an amazing person. Always smiling, always positive. Rest In Peace bro. We love you bro.

Kiana Valenciano: AJ please bbm now tell me this is NOT true. Please I’m begging you.

Chito Miranda: Ang lungkot naman ng balita about AJ Perez. Let us learn to cherish life more. Always let the people you love know that you love them.

Martin Nievera: Let us Honor the life of AJ with all our good works from this day forward. Kapamilya; ASAP, AJ’s spirit lives on in our every song!

Gary Valenciano: From d bottom of our hearts @ASAP ROCKS...we thank all hu mourn wid us on dis sad n heartbreaking day. May God bless u n ur families always.

Rachelle Ann Go: May you rest in peace AJ Perez... Condolences to the family...

Yeng Constantino: Pauwi na ng Manila ga­ling Boracay... Nagulat ako sa txt saken ni Ms. Winnie ng Asap rocks... Wala na pala si AJ Perez... :(

Jed Madela: Condolen­ces to the family of AJ Perez. My prayers are with you...You will be missed brother.

Iya Villania: :( my deepest condolences to AJ’s family. He was a sweet and charming young boy finally living his dream. Sad that he was taken away so soon. Thank you for letting us all be a part of your life, AJ. Ur work, life and smiles won’t go unappreciated :) You will be missed.

Empress Shuck: Omg i cant breath AJ:( no:( May you rest in peace my brother AJ Perez... Ang hirap tumawa. Ang sakit kahit d tayo nagkakasama minsan alam mong tinuturing kitang kapatid at mahal kita dahil napakabuti mong tao. Ang sakit.. May oras para umiyak.. The show must go on.

Melissa Ricks: Deeply saddened by the loss of a friend... You will be remembered and missed..:( I’m still in shock..... He was such a nice kid.. Ma-miss ka namin AJ...

Maja Salvador: We will miss you AJ...