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Andi Eigenmann is in no rush to get married MANILA (Mabuhay) — Andi Eigenmann said she and Philmar Alipayo aren't focusing on their wedding day yet, given the pandemic. On her latest vlog where Andi shared updates about life on the island, the Siargao transplant said they are not rushing their big day. "Of course hindi kami nagamadali sa wedding kasi alam namin na with the pandemic and all, siyempre gusto ko makarating naman dito yung family ko and na maging safe na ang lahat as much as possible. Hindi kami nagfo-focus dun," Andi said in the video. In fact, they found something more important to focus their energy on. According to Andi, they've found the perfect spot to build their "happy island dream house." Andi clarified one they are currently living in is their "negosyo house," which of course they prioritized. Andi and Philmar Alipayo got engaged last December, a month before they welcomed their second child together, Baby Koa. They have another daughter named Lilo. Meanwhile, Ellie is Andi’s eldest daughter to Jake Ejercito. (MNS)
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Heart Evangelista reveals art collab with Incubus frontman Brandon Boyd
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ctress Heart Evangelista is set to collaborate with Incubus frontman Brandon Boyd for an “art project.” Evangelista made the revelation in an Instagram Stories post, where she shared a screenshot of her video call with Boyd, along with two other
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personalities. "Our little art project soon," said the actress, who is also known for her paintings. She did not give further details. Aside from being a singer-songwriter, Boyd is also a visual artist. His art manager, Jen DiSisto, was also part of the musician's video call with Evan-
gelista. Boyd's latest works, titled "Épines Rouges Deux" and "Épines Rouges," were painted in watercolor on paper during the COVID-19 lockdown. Evangelista can be seen expressing her admiration for Boyd's art in the comments section, with the actress posting a heart-eyes emoji. (MNS)
Desiree del Valle is pregnant with first child with Boom Labrusca ANDI AND PHILMAR
Alexa Miro is next star to watch out for in ‘A Girl and a Guy’ MANILA (Mabuhay) — From her first big break as a 3-year-old Munting Miss You at the defunct noontime show “Magandang Tanghali Bayan," Alexa Miro is now a rising star as the latest leading lady in the upcoming sensual drama movie “A Girl and A Guy.” Its trailer has gone viral, revealing how much Miro is willing to give her all, even in many skin-baring scenes, as a millennial career girl with no clear direction about her life. "Wasak nga ang character ko," Miro said. Miro cannot also believe the trajectory of her career as a child talent transformed as the latest muse of director Erik Matti. "I never imagined I would do scenes like that but I fell in love with the story. I realized if I want to fulfill my dream to be recognized as an actress, I had to do the scenes, kahit minsan I had to take some wine to do the take!" she said laughing, recalling her sequences with leading man Rob Gomez. Miro ju mpst a r ted her career as a model in a popular hamburger commercial followed by a stint at the teleserye “Araw Gabi” where she sizzled with Barbie Imperial, Ivana Alawi, Phoebe Walker and other upcoming sirens. Now that her time has come, Miro is grateful. "Grabe, ang saya ko to be chosen by Direk Erik. It’s life-changing! I asked myself what did I do to deserve this. But they made me feel I deserved ALEXA MIRO to be in the project. This is the fulfillment of my childhood dream," said Miro, who is completing her communication studies at De La Salle University. Miro also related how she immersed herself in the role of Fiona, a career girl caught in a series of heartbreak, and quick turnover of jobs and relationships. “Relatable 'yung istorya sa generation namin," she said, also citing her comfortable connection to Gomez even in the sensual scenes. "Actually we didn’t go through sensual workshops for the movie," Miro related. "Walang ganun si Direk Erik. I guess he wanted the interaction to be organic. I am thankful also that Rob and I had chemistry, magaan ang loob ko sa kanya, automatic ang connection. And we took care of protecting each other in our scenes." Miro herself reckons that with many revealing scenes, she doubts that "A Girl and A Guy” will get an approval from the Movie and TV Classification Board. Clearly it’s an R18 movie but Miro stressed, "This is not only baring. Our roles which reflect the times should be appreciated." "A Girl and A Guy" will start its run on upstream.ph on June 24. (MNS)
MANILA (Mabuhay) — Celebrity couple Desiree del Valle and Boom Labrusca announced that they are expecting their first child together. On Instagram, both shared photos of del Valle lounging by a pool, with her baby bump in view, as well as the result of their pregnancy test, and a sonogram. “Believe in what you pray for,” Labrusca captioned the set of photos. Quoting from the Bible, he added, “At the right time, I, the Lord will make it happen.” The couple confirmed del Valle’s pregnancy on April 22, according to Labrusca. “Salamat po Ama,” Labrusca wrote. “Can’t wait to see you baby.” The announcement coincided with del Valle’s birthday on May 28. “I will always dream with you papi,” del Valle told Labrusca in another Instagram post earlier this week. “Our plans for a brighter future are in God's hands. As long as we always have each other, everything is gonna be alright.” Del Valle and Labrusca got married in January 2018, six years after they were cast as a couple in the ABS-CBN series “Aryana” in 2012. Labrusca has a son, actor Tony Labrusca, from a past relationship with model Angel Jones. (MNS) DESIREE AND BOOM
Robi Domingo admits thinking of settling down with girlfriend MANILA (Mabuhay) — Kapamilya host Robi Domingo admitted that he and girlfriend Maiqui Pineda have been talking about their future plans. "We've been talking about it for some quiet time now. Lalong-lalo na we are not getting any younger and 'yun naman na 'yung inaayos ko ngayon. In the coming years, you would be one of the first people who would know kung I would be bending the knee. I am so excited for that one," Domingo told Kathryn Bernardo as the first guest of "TGIS," the newest segment of the actress's YouTube channel. "I fell in love constantly with her kasi there's another world na nakikita ko sa kanya and also she puts my feet down. 'Yun ang pinakamasarap
ROBI AND MAIQUI na pakiramdam kapag kasama ko si Maiqui na everything is real pero lahat ng pangarap ko parang natupad ko sa kanya," Domingo added. It was in 2019 when Domingo introduced Pineda as his girlfriend to his Star Magic family.
Meanwhile, Domingo also shared his thoughts about love. "Ang paniniwala ko -- love is serendipitous. Kapag dumating 'yung tamang tao sa tamang panahon, for me 'yon ang perfect love. Kasi pwedeng dumating 'yung tamang tao, pero marami ka pang kagustuhan before or iba 'yung priorities mo, responsibilities mo. May mga gusto ka pang maabot sa sarili mo lang. That's okay. Tapos may dumarating din na pagkakataon pero hindi naman siya 'yung perfect na tao, 'yung tamang tao para sa iyo," Domingo said. "So kapag naghalo na 'yung dalawang konsepto na 'yon (timing) at right person, then I think 'yun na 'yon. And I guess 'yun ang mayroon sa amin," he added. (MNS)
