Ramiele Malubay - After American Idol !!!

After her days on American Idol, the 20-year-old Filipina is on a pursuit of a new start for her. Standing not even 5 feet tall, she bubbles with energy.

"I'm a kid at heart," Ramiele Malubay tells the Celebrity News Service. "Seriously, it's kinda sad - I'm 20, almost 21, and my TV's all Disney channel."

The stylish Filipino American sat down with CNS before the Ft. Lauderdale show at the BankAtlantic Center. The show is part of the "American Idols LIVE! Tour 2008," which brings together this year's top 10 "Idol" finalists on stage. Ramiele Malubay was excited to be so close to home for the show.

"I graduated in Bank Atlantic in '05," she tells CNS exclusively. She adds, "I got to see my mom yesterday, and I surprised her at work. I called her in the morning and she was like, 'Where are you?'And I'm like, 'Yeah, I'm in Georgia. I won't get to see you until tomorrow.' So I went to her work, and she was like, 'Oh my gosh,' and she just started freaking out and crying."

Ramiele Malubay has been away from home since being on tour since July 1st. She says the coolest thing about touring is just meeting the people they get to meet like there's some celebrities that come to the show.

"I liked LA because I got to talk to and meet Randy Jackson. It wasn't like, pre-nerves. He was just normal, like we were sitting and having a conversation."

Ramiele Malubay says the tour has also allowed her to bond with the other "Idol" finalists.

"I knew everybody "before", but I didn't get to really know them until the tour. This is like, living close quarters in a bus," she says, adding, "They're really cool. I have no regrets. We don't fight. We're like a group of sisters. The guys - I don't really hang out with them."

With the "Idol" tour wrapping up Sept. 13, Malubay has been looking to the future. "Three weeks left. Two and half. Girl, like a couple days," she tells CNS, laughing. "I just want to go home! I just want to go home and see my dog."

Also, the singer plans to return to the Philippines in December for the Ramiele Philippine Homecoming Concert. She hopes that sassy "Idol" semi-finalist Danny Noriega will join her.

"I'm trying to get him to come with me," she says. "It's gonna be in the Philippines, so he has a lot of fans over there. He's like, 'I don't speak your language," and I'm like, 'You don't need to. They still love you.'" Noriega caught attention earlier this year on "Idol" when he repeatedly talked back to Simon. "That boy can have his own show, talk to himself, and still get ratings," says Ramiele Malubay.

Malubay is also interested in joining the likes of Miley Cyrus and the Jonas Brothers on Disney.
"I'm trying to get in touch with Disney because I really wanted to work with them," she says. "It's just like singing and acting. I can do that, and I look really young. I would really love that. And they're really diverse on the Disney channel, culture-wise and everything, so I'd be really excited if they even called to pick me up."

Malubay adds that while she got attention for being on "Idol," it is still very difficult to break through in this business. "It sucks. I'm telling you, it sucks. It's hard. It's really hard. We'll see how far I get. Idol helps when you're on the show, but not really after."

Malubay says that if she does get a record deal, her album would be all about showing off her talent. "I'd probably do like, covers and try to write my own songs. But it'd be more like, showing off my voice, like belting and all that stuff. Something that'll showcase my voice."

In the meantime, Malubay says she may get the chance to do a duet with her own idol.
"It's supposedly in the works. I might get to do a duet with my idol in the Philippines, Regine Velasquez. She's like the reason I started singing. Her and the Spice Girls," she says. "Every girl loved the Spice Girls when she was younger. I still have those hits on my iPod.

Sammi Cheng - Just Wants Happiness

Sammi Cheng (鄭秀文) celebrated her 36th birthday yesterday evening. After converting to Christianity, it seems that she has ditched her reputation as a drunken party animal, opting instead for a more sedate dinner party at the Kiangsu And Chekiang Residents Association restaurant in Central, with some of her church friends.

Sammi Cheng emerged from the venue after the meal at around 10pm and happily answered questions from the waiting press. She was smiling and had obviously enjoyed her evening. Asked what her birthday wish was, she replied that she hoped to continue being happy. She added that she had received a lot of gifts from her friends, but was called away before she revealed what she had received.

When the reporters called out for her to have a happy birthday, she turned back and gave a polite thanks before saying goodbye.

Sammi Cheng Sau Man

Similar to "Heavenly King", Aaron Kwok, Sammi Cheng's career started with Capital Artists and later with Warner Music.

The lack of fast, upbeat songs by female singers in the early to mid-90's gave Sammi Cheng a chance to stardom, and she very well took advantage with some great dance hits, including "Lost Memory" and "Ding Dong".

Sammi cheng did just as well with romantic songs, with hits like "The Saddest Person", and the karaoke-favorite, "Somalia's Romeo And Juliet". A contractual dispute led to Sammi's departure from Capital to Warner, where she then had her first chance to break into the huge mandarin market. Her first mandarin album, "Worthwhile", was an instant success, selling more than 300,000 copies in Taiwan alone. Despite a talented group of new female singers emerging in Hong Kong, Sammi Cheng continues to stay at the top.



**recent news about andy hui : at night he brought some drink for sammi when sammi cheng was recording new canto album recently,he takes care of Sammi's health so much...some her fans caught it....hehhee...and when sammi cheng and andy were asked about it they smiled so sweetly hehehe... that's so sweet!!!andy hui is so sweet la......sammi and andy are really together!

Leah Dizon - second album Communication ???

Leah Dizon otaku fans can rejoice. The sexy Miss Dizon is releasing her second full length album Communication!!! on August 20 which will then be followed by her first Japan tour.

The album has 12 songs of which Leah Dizon wrote the lyrics for 10 of them. Two of the songs will feature her playing guitar, no doubt, from her lessons with Marty Friedman. The album also includes previously released singles “Love Paradox and” Vanilla,“. The limited edition has a bonus DVD with the music videos for “Love Paradox,” “Vanilla,” and “Under The Same Sky” plus footage of Leah Dizon’s musical activity during the first half of 2008 (including performances in Taiwan and Hong Kong).

Leah Dizon’s first Japan tour starts in October and will take her to 4 major cities. Can’t wait and want to see Leah Dizon on Japanese TV? See her on TV Tokyo’s Webtama (Co-Host) and on Fuji TV’s Sakigake Ongaku Banzuke Vegas (Host).

Leah Dizon Videos

Leah Dizon in HK mini concert

KC Concepcion - got irritated with Heart Evangelista?

Young talented Filipino actress KC Concepcion surprised by rumor that she got irritated with Heart Evangelista.

"Hindi naman po ako ganung tao. Saka ‘pag nagkikita kami, nagbabatian naman po kami kahit hindi ko pa siya (Heart) nakikilala," KC said with regards to this issue.

And about Richard Gutierrez, we all know that Ruffa likes KC Concepcion and she was nothing against if ever the two comes in a relationship, but the said host-actress recently have a little got feeling because Ruffa said she was betrayed by KC Concepcion.

Betrayed, because the said Filipina celebrities has an arrangement that KC Concepcion should update Ruffa what's happening between her and Ruffa's younger brother Richard, but the young actress failed to do it.

"Mahirap po kasi doon. Hindi ako makasagot ng call,"KC say.

Which the young actor also agree.



KC Concepcion says she is not irritated with Heart Evangelista

YOUNG actress KC Concepcion was shocked when asked on her reaction to rumors that she got irritated with Heart Evangelista.

KC Concepcion allegedly got annoyed when her partner in the movie "For The First Time" - Richard Gutierrez - received several texts from Heart Evangelista when the two were shooting some scenes for their movie in Greece.



"I have no idea about that," KC Concepcion said surprised by the intrigue between her and Heart Evangelista.

"I respect Heart Evangelista as an actress. I watched her films and TV shows. And although we haven't got a chance to meet each other I know that she is a nice person," the actress said during their first press conference last Thursday.

"I am not that type of person. Every time I see Heart, I greet her even if we don't personally know each other," she added.

Meanwhile, Richard Gutierrez defended KC Concepcion saying, "I know Heart is busy with Asero (TV series of Richard Gutierrez and Heart Evangelista)."

Richard Gutierrez and KC Concepcion also said they were so busy during their nine days stay in Greece and that they have no time to text or even call their loved ones here.

"While we are doing a romantic movie, would you like to answer a call?" Richard Gutierrez said in jest.

Merely observing their body language would tell that the two really had a time to bond and get to know each other during their short stay in Greece.

When pressed what is the real score between the two, Richard Gutierrez said: "We are at the point that we are so comfortable with each other. We share secrets and I have told her something that no one knows but me when we were in Santorini (an island in Greece)."

The handsome bachelor added that, "Our whole stay in Greece was the time for us to know each other. I got to know more about KC."

Richard Gutierrez even gave a 9.8 rating, 10 being the closest when asked about the level of his friendship with KC Concepcion.

Marian Rivera - celebrates 24th birthday ???

I am surprised that Marian Rivera is just turning 24 on August 12, after all the things said and done that she is “old” as in Lola Marian daw by some detractors. 24 is young, very young actually. Marian Rivera in an interview said despite the declaration that she is the biggest star of Philippine television now, nothing has changed with her despite the success of her career, she is still the Marian that her fans knew when she was still starting out in showbiz.

Marian Rivera is set to do a movie with Dyesebel leading man Dingdong Dantes entitled One True Love. Marian said this is different from the projects she has done with Dingdong Dantes. One True Love is a heavy drama love triangle involving her, Dingdong and Iza Calzado. She is soon flying to Australia to shoot the promotional materials for clothing brand, Jag.

Marian Rivera

As a gift to her fans, Marian and Dingdong Dantes will have a free “grand” concert on August 27 at the Araneta Coliseum, in line also with Dingdong Dantes birthday on August 2. On her birthday Marian Rivera wishes herself personal happiness for her 24th birthday. “Gusto ko na palagi akong masaya kasi importante sa akin ang pagiging masaya. At saka sana mas mahalin ako ng mga tao sa pagiging ako. Kasi gusto ko ‘yong sarili ko sa pagiging ako, e.

And her message to her detractors?

“Kahit pa sabihin nila na, ‘’Yan si Marian, naku, palaban iyan, bungangera ‘yan…’ I don’t care, basta ako, totoo ako sa sarili ko, na ito ako. Naipapakita ko sa inyo kung sino ako kesa naman sa wala ngang nasasabi sa ‘yo, pero hindi naman totoo ‘yon.

“Gusto ko na ‘yong, sige, pintasan n’yo na ako, pulaan n’yo na ako, okay na ‘yon. Basta ang importante sa akin, ako, hindi ako naninira ng kapwa ko, masaya na ako doon,” Marian Rivera definitely talking to her critics there.

When asked how she will celebrate her 24^th birthday on August 12, Marian Rivera answered, "Taping ako, e. Simula nang mag-artista ako, lahat ng birthday ko, may trabaho ako. Two years na akong nagtang birthday ko, pangatlo na ito."

Matt Evans Scandal - Pinay teen Melissa Ricks does not believe the rumor scandal ???

Melissa Ricks give her statement to entertainment news journal that she doesn't have any boyfriend at the moment, and by curiosity - the Pinay teen had been asked also if her love team in "Iisa Pa Lamang" (Matt Evans) has a chance if ever the said actor court her in the future.

"What if? Hindi ko pa masasagot ang tanong na yan, e. Hindi ko pa alam kung ano'ng magiging reaction ko kung halimbawang manligaw nga siya sa akin," Melissa said.

It was been rumor lately that Melissa love team young actor has a rumor sex video scandal with a gay, did the said Pinay teen alreasy seen the said video?

"Hindi ako aware na may sex video siya. At hindi ako naniniwala. Tsismis lang siguro yun!"

And as a cast of "Iisa Pa Lamang," there's particular scene where she's wearing a two piece swimsuit - does it mean that she's ready to pose sexy on men's magazine such as FHM Philippines or Maxim?

"Ay, ayoko! Hindi kaya ng powers ko yung ganoon. Hanggang sa TV lang ako magsusuot ng two-piece," Melissa Ricks ended.

Matt Evans

Pep categorically named the said young actor is former PBBTE housemate Matt Evans ( as in M.E.! and TT as per Ogie’s blind item, lol). Matt Evans sported a curly do before. Pep even asked Matt Evans loveteam Melissa Ricks if she believes it was Matt Evans in the video scandal. Melissa Ricks replied that:

“Hindi ako aware na may s3x video siya. At hindi ako naniniwala. Tsismis lang siguro yun!”

May tsismis din na noong hindi pa raw artista si Matt ay nagpatikim diumano ito sa isang bading. Naniniwala ba rito si Melissa?

“Lahat naman ng mga artistang lalaki na nagsisimula pa lang sa showbiz ay may ganyang tsismis, di ba? Basta hindi rin ako naniniwala na pumatol sa isang gay si Matt.”

Paano kung totoo, pandidirihan niya ba si Matt?

“Kung halimbawang totoo, siguro ang masasabi ko na lang, past is past.”

Ang arte ha! It does not mean that when a straight guy does it with a gay guy, the straight guy is “kadiri!” how medieval and naive!

Anyway, the Matt Evans scandal video is allegedly accompanied by a caption that reads in part: “The alleged video scandal of Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition Matt Evans…. Is it really him? You be the judge.” I have not seen it, and looks like this is the only video scandal involving an actor that escaped from my radar, probably because i was too preoccupied with Bench Blackout! Somebody send them to my email pls., him or not!!

Jackie Rice & Krista Ranilla on FHM, Maxim or UNO Philippines ???

We're sure that nobody would object when we say that Jackie Rice is more than ripe for a Cover spot either on FHM Philippines, Maxim Philippines or UNO Magazine. These photos are more than enough proof to prove our statement. Any objections?

Titled as the "Pasaway ng Starstruck", Jackie Rice has been suspended several times by GMA due to her unprofessional behavior. Good thing that she is still with GMA in Dyesebel as Arana.

Calling all editors of Mens Magazines, what are you waiting for? If we see Jackie Rice on the newsstands, we'll surely buy one and posts her photos here, hehe.

Krista Ranilla Photos on FHM August 2008

It's now confirmed that Krista Ranillo is indeed the cover girl of FHM August 2008 as we've mentioned in our first post "Krista Ranillo in FHM Phils August Edition?" way back early July.

Check out Krista Ranillo's FHM August 2008 complete photos...

Marian Rivera crowned as FHM Philippines' Sexiest Woman for 2008

All hail the queen! Marian Rivera—the country’s Sexiest Woman as voted by the readers of FHM Philippines—finally secured the coveted plum away from back-to-back winner and fellow GMA-7 talent Katrina Halili. Marian was officially recognized by the popular men’s magazine during its annual 100 Sexiest Women of the World event held last night, July 17, at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

Last year, while Katrina Halili was basking in public adulation for being crowned as the country's Sexiest Woman the second year in a row, young actress Marian Rivera lagged behind at No. 24. In 2006, Marian ranked even lower, occupying the 38^th spot.

Twelve months later and with two top-rating television series, plus a slew of endorsements beefing up her credentials, a blooming Marian Rivera finally made sure there'd be no three-peat conquest for her Marimar tormentor.

Notching the top spot despite the fact that she is yet to grace the cover of FHM Philippines, Marian Rivera was crowned last night, July 17, as 2008's Sexiest Woman at the World Trade Center in Pasay City.

RUGGED WAY TO THE TOP. The route to the top was not easy for the 23-year-old actress. Facing tough competition, Marian went up against 99 equally beautiful and deserving ladies vying for the annual honor.

Marian bested perennial favorites like Diana Zubiri, Iwa Moto, and, of course, Katrina Halili. The Dyesebel lead star also nosed out last year's strong contenders Cristine Reyes and Ehra Madrigal. Marian Rivera even had to slug it out with former GMA-7 darling and 2005 FHM winner Angel Locsin in a tight and controversial race to the finish line.

Fan votes for Marian Rivera, however, were more than enough to seal the victory. In an article posted by PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal) on June 27, final results showed Marian amassing a total of 316,135 votes against Angel's 121,388. Two-time winner Katrina Halili, on the other hand, had 123,239 votes to secure the No.2 spot. Angel wound up third overall.

Marian's coronation was preceded with a presentation of the other contenders. Not everyone who made it in the final list was present. Angel was rumored to be abroad at the time of the event. Top Ten finalists Ehra, Diana, Angelica Panganiban, and Anne Curtis were conspicuously absent.

Marian Rivera, dubbed that evening as the "Mob Princess"—a nod to the mafia-underground theme adopted by the production team this year—emerged in a metallic red spandex midriff attire complemented by a pair of black knee-high boots. The audience erupted the very minute Marian performed her signature Marimar hip-swinging dance move, which definitely showed off that sexy body of hers.

FHM 100 Sexiest Women in the World 2008

FHM Philippines recently celebrated this year's installment of the 100 Sexiest Women in the World. Winning the coveted title was no less than Marian Rivera of Marimar fame.

The annual special event was held at the World Trade Center in Pasay City last July 17.

TIME TO GRACE THE COVER. Marian's victory was touted by FHM Philippines as a breakthrough. All of the previous winners graced the cover before they bagged the coveted honor. Marian has yet to appear on the cover of the popular men's magazine.

With her victory, the FHM staff, and especially the readers, are hoping that Marian Rivera would finally give in to the huge clamor. Contrary to popular impression, Marian was already being eyed by FHM even before her career skyrocketed because of Marimar.

"Last year, I mean, sinabi ko na din ‘to, nasa mga soaps pa lang siya nasa radar na siya kumbaga ng FHM. Marimar, ganun din pero siyempre kailangan din nating igalang ‘yong mga nais ng GMA doon sa show, hindi pa puwede kasi ganito. Naintindihan naman natin ‘yan," shared FHM Philippines Editor-in-Chief Allan Madrilejos to the media a few hours before the event.

Clinching the distinction as the country's finest would definitely boost the demand considerably, according to Allan.

"Kay Popoy [Caritativo, Marian's manager] ako nakikipag-usap," shared Allan. Talking about FHM's target, he added, "Sana naman this year. Kasi it's true of all editions ng FHM worldwide na ‘yong local winner nila lumalabas to say thank you sa print aside from the party, lumalabas sa magazine. Ang ideal kasi within the year na siya yung winner."

And to prove that the entire FHM team is dead serious to get that elusive "yes" from Marian, the ever hopeful Allan good-naturedly quipped, "Sana naman," he smiled, "ipagnu-novena namin."

Angel Locsin - mixed emotions about ‘Lobo’ ???

The upcoming "teleserye" of hottest Filipino actress Angel Locsin from ABS-CBN titled " Lobo," see the transformation of a beautiful Filipina into wolf, and wolf into a beautiful Filipina.

PIOLO Pascual and Angel Locsin are both very proud with their teleserye “Lobo,” which is about to end this week. Both of them really gave their all for the success of this TV series. Don’t fail to watch the final scenes of Lobo in ABS-CBN.

“I’ve always been bragging about this project. I’m very proud dito. It’s a fulfillment to do something difficult yet nagawa mo ng maganda” said Piolo. The actor is happy that they were able to work very well with the production.

Mixed emotions. This is what Angel feels towards the end of their well-watched teleserye. . “Di ko maintindihan kung ano nararamdaman ko, ‘andyan ‘yung masaya na matatapos na ‘yung shooting namin.

Masasabi ko na sobrang maipagmamalaki ko ito kahit after 10 years. sa mga magiging anak ko.. Masaya na malungkot kasi di ko alam kung magkakatrabaho pa kami..” She added that the dedication of each and every cast and crew was overwhelming and so she would really miss working with them.

There were lots of memorable scenes from “Lobo” said the two and so it’s hard for them to think that the serye is nearing its end. However, this won’t be the last time that we will be seeing Piolo and Angel together. In fact, both of them will soon be doing a movie project under Star Cinema, so watch out for this.

Don’t miss the thrilling and exciting final episodes of one of ABS-CBN’s greatest series, “Lobo,” Monday to Friday after Singing Bee on ABS-CBN.

Richard Gutierrez laughs off Angel Locsin issue

RICHARD Gutierrez just laughs off the rumor that he’s trying to woo Angel Locsin. “That started when she attended the birthday party of my Ate Ruffa and when we saw each other, siyempre we hugged nang mahigpit,” he explains. “Kasi we haven’t seen one another since we shot a TV commercial in Bangkok a long time ago. May pinagsamahan din naman kaming ilang TV shows (on GMA7) and movies kaya na-miss namin ang isa’t isa. O, ’yung mga nakakita sa hug namin, siguro they gave malice to what they saw. But for us, definitely walang malisya ’yun. Just a friendly hug at hindi ibig sabihin liligawan ko siya.”

How do rumors linking him to Angel or to Heart Evangelista affect his relationship with KC who he admits to be the one closest to him now? “I don’t think that will be an issue between us. She knows naging ka-love team ko si Angel and I’m now paired with Heart in GMA7’s ‘Codename: Asero’, kaya walang epekto ’yan sa aming friendship.”

His mom Annabelle Rama is so against the idea of his Ate Ruffa falling in love again, but is very liberal with him in proclaiming that she approves of a Richard-KC match. “Magkaiba naman kasi ang sitwasyon namin ng ate ko. She’s still hurting from the end of her marriage. E ako naman, single and Mom knows I can take care of myself.”

How about him? Is he also against his Ate Ruffa falling in love again? “No, okay lang with me if she’d fall in love again. What’s important is will she be happy. If she’d be happy, then I’ll also be happy for her.”

Richard is sporting a more buff physique these days. “I really trained for my role as Grecko Abesamis in ‘Asero.’ Along with workouts, I also trained in combat aikiko, muay thai and taekwondo dahil sa dami ng action scenes and stunts ko rito.”

The show’s fighting director and instructor, Ralph Roxas, says he takes his hat off to Chard’s dedication to this work. “Parang hindi siya napapagod kahit anong hirap ang ipagawa sa kanya. Gusto niya talaga pagandahin nang husto ang ‘Asero’.”

Natsumi Abe - Japanese Celebrity

Natsumi Abe (安倍 なつみ, Abe Natsumi?), born August 10, 1981 in Muroran, Hokkaidō, Japan, is a Japanese singer and actress, and a former member of Morning Musume.

Name: Abe Natsumi 安倍なつみ
Nicknames: Nacchi (なっち), Naccho, Nachimi and Nachinachi
Profession: Actress / Singer
Birthdate: 1981-Aug-10
Birthplace: Muroran, Hokkaido, Japan
Height: 152cm
Weight: 42kg
Star sign: Leo
Blood type: A
Family: Sister/actress/singer Abe Asami

Natsumi Abe was born in Muroran, Hokkaidō Prefecture, Japan. Her nickname is Nacci or Nacchi. Her younger sister, Asami Abe, is also a J-pop singer.

Abe was one of the first members of the group chosen in 1997. She was also the lead girl for many of the singles especially before Maki Goto joined, most notable in "Furusato" where all the other girls sang harmonies/back-up only. Abe has had a few solo songs including the theme for a commercial she was in, and "Otoko Tomodachi" from the album 4th Ikimasshoi!. She also has lead roles in Morning Musume productions like their play, Love Century and their movie, Pinch Runner. Abe also has done quite a bit of acting in television dramas such as Nurseman.



Natsumi Abe has never been a part of a Morning Musume subgroup but has led each shuffle group she has been in. She was also the lead of Morning Musume Sakuragumi until her graduation at the end of the Hello! Project Winter tour on January 25, 2004.

She released her first single, "22 Sai no Watashi", on August 13, 2003, just a few days after her 22nd birthday. Her first full length CD was released shortly afterwards, containing many solo versions of Morning Musume songs.



At one time, Abe was the most popular member of Morning Musume, and many songs featured her as a lead singer. However, it wasn't until the summer of 2003 that Abe officially went solo. She graduated not too long after that, in the early winter of 2004, to continue on with her solo career.

She continued to release more singles while actively participating in other Hello! Project activities such as concerts, the special soloist group Nochiura Natsumi with Aya Matsuura and Maki Goto, and the Hello! Project super shuffle unit song "All for One & One for All", sung together with all other soloists and groups within Hello! Project at the time.

Marian Rivera’s fans spent to make her win FHM’s sexiest title

MARIAN Rivera has been officially announced as the top choice in this year’s search for FHM’s 100 Sexiest Women, the first winner who has never even graced its cover.

In an interview, Marian said she’d agree to pose for them if she’d win, so now, she’ll have to make her promise true. Her manager, Popoy, says Marian will fulfill that promise as soon as her schedule allows it.

Controversial actress Marian Rivera is the Sexiest Filipina!

One thing sure is that Marian will attend the FHM event at World Trade Center on July 17. GMA-7 is so lucky as their show, “Dyesebel,” has the sexiest man and woman winners. Marian is numero uno with FHM, while Dingdong Dantes, it will be recalled, earlier topped the list of sexiest bachelors of Cosmo Magazine. On July 18, right after the FHM event, both Marian and Dingdong are flying to the U.S. to join the “Eat Bulaga” show at the Los Angeles Sports Arena.

Popoy denies the accusation that he spent a lot to make sure Marian would win in the FHM poll. “Wala kaming budget sa ganyan. And even Marian will get mad if I’d spend money for that. We never even expected she’d win kasi hindi naman siya sexy star and she has never posed for FHM. Pero mayayaman ang fans niya, lalo na ‘yung Marian knights na taga-ibang bansa. Sila ang nagpadala ng pera para suportahan siya.”

Marian got a total of 316,135 votes. Second placer Katrina Halili (who was Marian’s contravida in “Marimar”) is quite far with 123,239 votes. Angel Locsin got 121,288 votes. Even if you combine the votes garnered by Katrina and Angel, they won’t be enough to beat Marian. Someone told us, though, that if the votes were based only on those made by actual FHM readers, it’s Katrina who should have won. The great bulk of Marian’s votes came from texting and emails. Like what we’ve said, the FHM poll has turned into a popularity contest among movie stars.

Jennylyn admits Marian Rivera made her jealous

SOON to be mother Jennylyn Mercado admitted, for the first time, that actress Marian Rivera used to make her jealous.

In "Startalk", Jennylyn admitted that among the girls linked to ex-boyfriend Mark Herras, Marian was the girl who made her jealous.

"Yes, I was jealous of Marian that time," she said.

Jennylyn though was not able to answer Startalk host Lolit Solis question if Mark is better than Patrick Garcia.

"I don't know," she laughingly replied. "It's hard to comment on that."

She said at that time that Mark has a lot of girlfriends.

Rumors broke out at that time that his boyfriend Mark was courting Marian. The issue eventually died down until Mark admitted last Saturday that he had a relationship with the Dyesebel star.

On issues of being linked with Mark again, Jennylyn said it is unlikely.

"We are not even seeing each other, or talk to each other or text, so how can they say that?" she said.

"We have no relationship so I rarely text her. I texted her once or twice a month only," Mark said.

Mark though said he will support Jennylyn when she gives birth next month.

"I will be there to support her but not to watch over her. Guarding is different from supporting," he clarified.