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Game over! Ellen Adarna, Derek Ramsay now engaged

After admitting their relationship just last month, actress Ellen Adarna is now engaged with actor Derek Ramsay.

On her Instagram page, Adarna posted a series of photos revealing that Ramsay has asked her to marry him.

In the photos, Adarna is seen wearing an engagement ring that features a huge diamond gemstone.

Present in the proposal were Adarna’s child with actor John Lloyd Cruz and Ramsay's son.

In February, after weeks of speculation, the couple acknowledged that they are in a relationship. In an interview, the two said they have been dating for a month.

Ramsay previously said he is convinced that the actress is “the one” he will fi nally marry, after several relationships that unfolded and ended in the public eye.

Ramsay, 44, spoke in detail for the fi rst time about his new ENGAGED COUPLE DEREK RAMSAY AND ELLEN ADARNA relationship with Adarna, 32.

He revealed that prior to the viral dinner party in January, which fi rst spurred rumors romantically linking them, he had already gone out on a “blind date” with Adarna. (MNS)

Jhong Hilario welcomes fi rst child

MANILA (Mabuhay) — Jhong Hilario has finally welcomed his daughter with his partner of seven years, Maia Azores.

On Instagram, Hilario shared a photo of his newborn who they named Sarina.

“Hello my LOVE!!!” he wrote in the caption.

Among those who quickly sent him congratulatory messages were his “It’s Showtime” co-hosts Vice Ganda, Amy Perez, Teddy Corpuz, and Jugs Jugueta.

“Yeheeeeeeeeeeyyyy!!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!! Super kyooot ni bagets! Nakasmile sya,” said Vice Ganda.

“Congratulations! @jhonghilario and @maialevisteazores” added Castillo.

Jugueta commented with blue heart emojis while Corpuz also congratulated Hilario and Azores.

It was last February when Hilario announced that he and Azores were expecting a baby girl.

“Sobrang excited [ako] kasi first baby,” he shared at that time. “Sabi ko nga, itong pandemic, hindi ganoon kasama, kasi merong blessing na duJHONG HILARIO BABY SARINA

mating.”

In the same interview, Hilario admitted having apprehensions about being a father amid a global health crisis, saying, “Lahat naman, kahit sino, kahit saan ka magpunta, talagang delikado.”

Currently, Hilario continues to work during the pandemic as a contestant in “Your Face Sounds Familiar.” The network decided to temporarily suspend the live staging of “It’s Showtime” following the surge in COVID-19 cases in the country.

Hilario is nonetheless grateful for career opportunities, thanking his home network specifi cally, as these will help him provide for his growing family. (MNS)

Kris Bernal marks 14th year in showbiz

MANILA (Mabuhay) — Kris Bernal continues to shine as she marks her 14th anniversary in the entertainment industry.

The actress shared on Instagram several photos to commemorate the occasion—herself in a glimmering gold dress, a letter, and her fi rst showbiz portrait.

“A series of failed auditions until … Dream! Believe! Survive! Starstruck! Today marks my 14th year anniversary in the showbiz industry!” she said. KRIS BERNAL

“To become an actress was my ultimate dream and I had written it in my [slambook] when I was only 10!”

Kris said she got this far through “hard work, perseverance, prayers” and the support of her loved ones.

According to the actress, dreamers should do their best to reach what they aspire for and that is by never giving up.

“Everyone has dreams and the wonderful thing is, nothing is impossible. Some people never try. Make sure you’re one of those people who never really stops,” she said.

“Reach for the star and keep your feet on the ground.”

Kris was the Ultimate Female Survivor on the fourth season of the reality talent show “StarStruck,” which premiered in 2006.

(MNS)

Nadine Lustre to hold digital concert on Kumu in May

MANILA (Mabuhay) — Actress and singer Nadine Lustre is set to return to the concert stage as Careless Music announced her upcoming digital concert on live streaming app Kumu in May.

The record label revealed the upcoming “Wildest Dreams” concert in its fi rst-ever online trade launch recently, months after Lustre released her fi rst full-length album.

The announcement came alongside the introduction of the company's newest artists and their project initiatives for 2021.

Lustre’s album was released last November 2020 which featured a dozen of songs, highlighted by the title track “Wildest Dreams,” “Ivory,” and “Dance With Danger.”

The 27-year-old actress will also launch a fi lm concert in August this year.

James Reid, Careless Music founder and Lustre’s former boyfriend, is also expected to release a couple of new songs in May and June, after his recent single “Soda.”

Meanwhile, the record label welcomed new artists such as Jolianne, anb R&B singer-songwriter from Cebu, and award-winning Pinoy dance group A-Team.

Jolianne joined "The Voice Kids" and opened for international acts such as Air Supply and Michael Learns To Rock.

(MNS)

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Janella Salvador reveals going into labor for 2 days

MANILA (Mabuhay) — Janella Salvador has revealed that she went into labor for two days before giving birth to her son Jude.

“I was in labor for two days. It was a really, really hard labor for me because he was facing front. He didn’t want to face back so all of the pressure was against my spine,” Janella said as she recounted her experience when she gave birth in the United Kingdom.

“I wasn’t progressing well. I went to the hospital three times. They’ll always send me home but on my third time they were like, ‘we feel bad for you, maybe we’ll induce you.’”

The doctors always sent her back because as much as possible, they wanted to wait for her to be ready. On her third time visiting the hospital, the health staff fi nally broke her water and fortunately her labor progressed.

“Two days of no sleep, intense pain. As soon as they injected JANELLA SALVADOR the epidural, grabe,” Janella said.

The actress explained that she wanted to give birth in the United Kingdom so her baby could have both UK and Filipino citizenship.

Markus Paterson, her partner, is a UK citizen

She was supposed to leave the Philippines in May, but because of delays, she was able to fl y out only in September, when she was already eight months pregnant.

“So I was big when I left. I was so nervous. What if someone sees me in the airport? I had to dress up in big clothes because I didn’t want to be seen yet,” Janella said.

“And two, what if I got the virus and it goes to my baby? Thank God nothing happened.”

Janella and Markus welcomed baby Jude into the world last October. They announced his birth in January.

In February, the actress revealed that she had returned to the Philippines with her baby.

Ivana Alawi opens up about worst date experience

Ivana Alawi turned candid when she shared the things that get her attention when it comes to guys.

“Ngiti,” she quickly said, adding that she also gets attracted to intelligent and goal-driven guys.

The celebrity vlogger, however, stressed that she wants her future partner to be a Filipino.

“Noong dati, sabi nila ‘Mag-AFAM ka.’ Ayaw ko ng AFAM. Gusto ko ng Pinoy. They are very loving and very caring. Most Pinoys are very family-oriented, 'yun ang gusto ko,” she said.

On the other hand, Alawi shared that arrogance is an instant turn-off for her.

Sharing her worst date experience, she said: “May time kasi na we were eating in a restaurant. Tapos pinagsisigawan niya 'yung waiter, pinagmumumura niya. Parang siguro he was trying to impress me pero hindi niya alam na sobrang na-turn off ako the way he treated that waiter.”

“Kung ganyan siya magtrato sa waiter, he could treat anyone else like that. He could treat me or my family [like that]. Ang lala niya. 'Yung waiter umiiyak. Nag-walk out ako, kinausap ko 'yung waiter nag-sorry ako. Ayaw ko na nakakakita ng ganun,” she added.

Nonetheless, Alawi IVANA ALAWI doesn’t have a preference between showbiz and non-showbiz guys as long as they get to keep their relationship private.

“I like having a private relationship kasi feeling ko kapag in-out agad namin, mabilis agad masisira, lalo na kung 'yung lalaki affected sa mga bashers or sa mga comments. Sinasabi ko lang na whether showbiz or non-showbiz, I want it to be private and intimate,” she said.

At this point, the actress confessed that she is currently very much single.

“Marami actually ang nagtatanong if nasa private relationship ako. No talaga, not yet. Dating? Ang tagal na ng last date ko eh. Siguro three months [ago]. Gusto ko kung sino 'yung next relationship ko, siya na 'yung magiging asawa ko, siya na 'yung magiging tatay ng mga anak ko,” she said.

Alawi thinks this will all happen in five years when she’s 29.

“I think may asawa na ako [in five years]. Pero five years from now, I think I’ll still be vlogging kung gusto pa ako panoorin ng mga tao. And also siguro I would put up my own business,” she said.

(MNS)

Kathryn Bernardo shares her favorite, ‘most used’ designer shoes

MANILA (Mabuhay) — Months after showing part of her luxury bag collection, Kathryn Bernardo released another vlog featuring her favorite designer footwear.

At the top of her list is her Christian Louboutin nude peep-toe pumps, saying it is her "most used" pair in her entire collection. "I got this when I was 18. I'm turning 25 now and I'm still using this," she said. "I like this so much because it makes my legs long... Six inches ata siya or even higher. And it's very classic."

Bernardo said she loves her Louboutin peep-toe pumps so much, she even got it in black and white colors.

Her other favorite pair from the French fashion brand is the Follies Strass, which has crystal embellishments. "I feel like ako si Cinderella every time I wear this because it's so pretty," she said, comparing the pumps to glass slippers.

Bernardo's other favorite designer shoes include gold slinky heels from Stuart Weitzman, Gucci Brixton loafers, Dsquared2 Riri sandals, Amina Muaddi Lupita sandals, and Gianvito Rossi Red Bow satin pumps.

She also showed two Chanel footwear: the black and white laceup Oxfords and the red ballerina flats. The latter is a gift from her boyfriend and on-screen partner, Daniel Padilla. "I like this because DJ (Padilla) gave this to me, so this pair is very important. Very sentimental ako na tao so hindi ko siya masyadong sinusuot kasi ayoko siyang magasgas," she said.

Bernardo ended her vlog by assuring her viewers that it is "okay to reward yourself once in a while" with items such as designer shoes and bags as a form of self-love. "We have different ways on how to reward ourselves, like 'yung iba it's traveling, 'yung iba naman... shoes, or a bag. And there's nothing wrong with that," she said. "For me lang, as long as you set a limit and as long as you're in modKATHRYN BERNARDO eration, then go for it. Lalo ako, I work hard every day and I feel like 'pag meron akong pinagtrabahuhan na bagay like if it's shoes or bags, mas nate-treasure ko... Kasi alam ko na pinaghirapan ko 'yun," she stressed. (MNS)

JC AND BIANCA WITH THEIR CHILDREN Bianca Gonzalez vows to always be his ‘cheerleader’ as husband JC Intal retires

MANILA (Mabuhay) — Television host Bianca Gonzalez took to social media to share her message to her husband JC Intal, who announced his retirement from professional basketball last March 21.

Posting snaps of Intal on Instagram, Gonzalez said she is proud of her husband's basketball journey. "I may not have been there at the start of your 20-year basketball journey, but I am so proud and honored to be by your side and the end of it. I think one of the things we had in common that made us click from the start is that we knew we were role players in our chosen careers. It drove us both to constantly work to improve, to keep our feet on the ground, and to be good soldiers," Gonzalez said.

The television host also shared her admiration for her husband's professionalism and kindness. "I so deeply admire your work ethic, integrity, and how mentally strong you were on days that you had a bad game, that your team had a big loss, or when you'd read nasty feedback. You may not know it, but you being you helped me deal with many of my toughest days. It makes me incredibly proud hearing so many stories of aspiring athletes who look up to you and also colleagues whose lives you've touched. You were always so genuine and kind with how you connected with them, which inspired me to do the same," Gonzalez said. "Every time I would sit in the coliseum with patron tickets as a perk for being your girlfriend, then wife; on the outside it may seem like 'normal lang' but I assure you, deep inside, I would always be sooo kilig and proud to sit there, watching you, with my heart racing every time you'd hold the ball. I can honestly go on and on and on pero hindi naman ako 'yung nag-retire from the game so ang OA naman kung mas mahaba pa ang sinulat ko sayo hahaha. BUT!! I would just like to honor you," Gonzalez said.

In the end, Gonzalez vowed to always be the number cheerleader of Intal "for life."

In an emotional Instagram post on Sunday night, Intal said he is stepping away from basketball "after two decades of playing the sport I love." "It is a bittersweet feeling for me to say goodbye to the game that has been a huge part of my life, but I am moving forward feeling happy and proud knowing I made the most of the privilege to play basketball professionally," the 37-yearold Intal wrote. "It has been the honor of my life to play basketball. From the bottom of my heart, again, THANK YOU." (MNS)

Sharon wants a grandchild from KC

SHARON CUNETA MANILA (Mabuhay) — Sharon Cuneta can't wait to have a grandchild from her firstborn KC Concepcion, her daughter with former husband actor Gabby Concepcion. "This girl is the very best ‘thing’ we ever did together. Right, Papi?" Cuneta wrote in an Instagram post as she tagged both her daughter and ex-husband. She also used the hashtag #oncewewereafamily.

In the comment section of her post, Cuneta replied to a netizen's wish for her to have a grandchild from KC. "Inip na inip na nga ako! Kahit magpa-surrogate na lang si Kayce masaya na ako basta eggs n'ya!" Cuneta wrote.

This is not the first time Cuneta told KC, who is turning 36 this year. that she already wants to have a grandchild.

Meanwhile, Cuneta also reacted to a netizen's comment about her much-delayed reunion movie with Gabby. "Siya lang hinihintay naming lahat," Cuneta responded.

Cuneta also wrote: "Isnabero 'yan 'di ko nga alam bakit eh alam ko okay naman kami! 'Di ko na alam!"

Just two weeks ago, Cuneta publicly teased Concepcion about their screen reunion, which was first reported back in 2016 but was postponed.

Despite this, the former couple insisted that they are still open to do a movie together. "I never said no to the project. There are many factors to consider. I hope we can make the movie happen. We have been waiting for that," Concepcion said in a previous interview.

In 2018, the two surprised their fans when they did a TV commercial together for a fast food chain they both endorse. That was their first time working together since 1992's "Tayong Dalawa." The two were first paired in the 1981 movie "Dear Heart."

Cuneta married Concepcion in 1985 at the height of the popularity of their love team. Cuneta remarried in 1996 to Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan, with whom she has three children.

Currently, Cuneta is one of the judges of the newest season of "Your Face Sounds Familiar." (MNS)