LJ Reyes announces engagement to non-showbiz boyfriend

by Christina alpad ManilaTimes.net

LJ Reyes surprised fans and followers when she shared proposal photos on her social media accounts on Tuesday, May 30.

"For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord. 'They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope,'" the actress wrote on her Instagram, quoting the Bible verse Jeremiah 29:11.

The actress has yet to share details about her non-showbiz fiancé Philip Evangelista, whose private Instagram account was tagged on the former's post, but congratulatory messages from showbiz friends and fans flooded the post.

Marian Rivera, Gary Valenciano, Camille Prats and Iza Calzado were among the first greeters.

Reyes has been living in New York since September 2021 with her kids Aki and Summer. She moved overseas following the public falling out with her former partner Paolo Contis, Summer's father.

"It is truly disheartening that I am being questioned and asked to prove my worth as a songwriter and artist. However, despite the overwhelming circumstances, I feel a strong inner calling to stand up for myself and protect my integrity," she added.

Go had alleged that "95 percent of Moira's hits" were composed by her estranged husband Jason Marvin Hernandez and that she asks for his service as a ghostwriter for her songs and compositions, claiming that she even negotiated for P20, 000 per month which was "insulting."

Wanting to "set things straight once and for all," Dela Torre countered that she "never employed a ghostwriter."

"Throughout my career, I have been fortunate enough to collaborate with immensely talented artists who treat each other with respect and acknowledge the contributions we all bring to the table. Every song I have created is a true reflection of my deepest emotions and experiences," she continued.

Dela Torre said she is willing to provide evidence, including screenshots of conversations and recordings of her songs, which will undoubtedly validate and disprove the accusations against her.

Meanwhile, Go also alleged that while Hernandez committed an offense against dela Torre, he mentioned there was no third party on the part of Hernandez but it is dela Torre who found someone else.

"Jason and Moira are both Christians, but it seems like Jason is the only one faithful to the teachings of [Jesus] Christ. Yes, he did something wrong.

But there was no third party on Jason's side. He never fell in love with anyone else. His only sin was he listened to the call of flesh and availed of illicit massage service because Moira couldn't fulfill his sexual needs."

He furthered that before Hernandez could admit his sin, dela Torre wanted out of their relationship and the timing couldn't be perfect since she had a reason to break up with Hernandez.

Go even dropped a hint about who the other guy was saying, "Someone who will 'dance in the rain' with her and call her 'binibini.' I'll leave it to you to guess who I am referring to," he said.

Netizens then concluded it was 21-year-old musician Zack Tabudlo.

Dela Torre in return said in her statement, "I did not cheat on Jason. It is unfair that I find myself in a position where I have to defend my name and even explain why I did not deserve to be cheated on."

In ending, the artist shared that her "focus is on the path towards healing, as the weight of trauma still lingers heavily in [her] heart."

"This process is not only essential for my own well-being but also for the well-being of those dear to me who have unwaveringly stood by my side throughout these challenging times – my loving family, my dedicated band, my friends, who have all been my source of emotional support. Their presence has been my anchor, grounding me during these turbulent moments," she wrote.

"I hold onto hope that, one day, when the dust settles and clarity is restored, I will have the capacity to embrace a love that is faithful and genuine. I take solace in the knowledge that I am Moira-an artist-who will bravely navigate these challenges and emerge stronger than ever," she concluded.

Dela Torre and Hernandez married in January 2019. In May 2022, the two decided to call it quits through a joint statement where Hernandez admitted that he had been "unfaithful" to dela Torre during their marriage.

by hannah MallorCa Inquirer.net

AMID the backlash drawn by Coco Martin over his admission of having started dating Julia Montes when she was just a minor, Sharon Cuneta finally spoke about the couple’s secret relationship.

Martin earlier revealed that he’s been with Julia Montes for 12 years, during which he let slip in an interview with ABS-CBN’s TV Patrol that the actress was only 16 years old when she got into a relationship with the then 29 year old actor back in 2011. This prompted observers to criticize Martin not only their huge age gap, but also on wooing her at such a young age, while some even accused him of allegedly grooming his real-life partner.

On Instagram, Sharon Cuneta expressed happiness for the couple, as she also urged netizens to just support her “Batang Quiapo” co-stars for their love to last. The veteran actress said that she became close to the “Walang Hanggan” stars when she joined the cast of “Ang Probinsyano” in 2021.

“Umamin na ang mga anak ko yaayyy!!! Happy si Mommy ‘mysha! [emojis] I became close to Coco [and] Julia when Coco asked me to join FPJ’s ‘Ang Probinsyano’ towards the end of 2021. Whatever they may have gone through together, well, it all seems to have been for the best because they are so good to and for each other.” she wrote in the caption.

The seasoned actress said that being her personal friends, she is protective and supportive of Martin and Montes, adding that people “should focus on what is and what will be.”

“They are happy and that makes me and so many others happy. I love them both very much — and no matter what, my friends know that I am protective and loyal and supportive — and that certainly will not change,” she said. “I believe people should focus on what is and what will be rather than what was. Let’s all be happy with our own lives and be happy for them.”

Cuneta’s post caught the attention of eagle-eyed observers, as seen in the comments of her post, with some pointing out that Martin supposedly took back the admission of his relationship with Montes.

While the couple has yet to disclose how their romance began, they first worked together in the 2008 show “Ligaw na Bulaklak” and were then launched as a love team in “Walang Hanggan” four years later.