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Michelle
Madrigal
Still wants to work with GMA7
TWENTY-six-year-old Mi- chelle Madrigal has been in the industry for a decade now since she became part of ABS-CBN’s Star Circle Quest in 2004. After being with ABS-CBN for
two years, Michelle moved to GMA in 2007 with
the help of her manager, Annabelle Rama. But her network contract with GMA has expired making her a free lancer now.
The actress was last seen in Kapuso’s TV series “Adarna” topbilled by Kylie Padilla.
“My five-year stay with GMA was quite an experi- ence and I hope I can still work with them kahit wala na akong kontrata sa kanila,” she shares at the presscon of her launching flick, “Bacao” written and directed
by veteran director Edgardo `Boy’ Vinarao produced
by Oro de Siete Film Productions composed of seven neophyte film producers who are all successful busi- nessmen and grade school classmates.
Michelle admits that she’s still looking forward to having her next teleserye either with GMA or other TV networks.
“What’s good now, I can work with any TV net- work na may project for me,” she intimates.
The movie “Bacao” was very timely for Michelle who has more time now to help promote the movie.
“Bacao” also stars Arnold Reyes (Michelle’s leading man in the movie), Alvin Anson, Leo Martinez, Marife Necesito, Menggie Cobarrubias and Irma Adlawan. The movie is one of the four entries to the Sineng Pambansa National Film Festival 2014 to be exhibited by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) which will be shown in all branches of SM cinemas nationwide starting on October 29, 2014.
Kaye in open relationship with Paul Jake
The long wait paid off for actress Kaye Abad who made a mark in showbiz via the the now-defunct success-
ful afternoon youth-oriented TV series of ABS-CBN, “Tabing Ilog” which also served as the starting point for other young actors then John Lloyd Cruz, Jodi Sta. Maria, Paolo Contis, Patrick Garcia, Desiree del Valle, Paula Peralejo, Baron Geisler, among others.
The popular characters of Eds (Kaye) and Rovic
( John Lloyd Cruz) became household names in 1999 to early 2000’s. Since then, everyone involved in the TV series moved on to their respective solo careers with John Lloyd and Jodi Sta. Maria now among the biggest names in the industry.
Except for Desiree and Paula who are both quiet with their showbiz careers lately, the rest of the “Tabing Ilog” cast are still very much around and con- tinue to shine.
John Lloyd is hailed as one of the country’s most bankable actors while Jodi Sta. Maria made a success- ful showbiz comeback when she starred (along with Richard Yap) in the long-running morning family TV series, “Be Careful with My Heart” on ABS-CBN which will eventually end on November 28, 2014.
Kaye, for her part,surprised the televiewers when she portrayed the role of a contravida in the recently- concluded TV remake of “Anna Liza.” Now, she’s one of the leads in new primetime TV drama series, the local TV adaptation of the Korean telenovela “Two Wives” which she shares with Erich Gonzales and Jason Abalos.
Kaye is happily in a relationship with PBB alumnus Paul Jake Castillo.
Scenesin the City
LEFT, Unepians pose after their induction. CENTRE, New president Ester Carpenter addresses the audience. RIGHT, Pura Velasco, one
of the owners of University of Northeastern Philippines gives an inspirational speech.
ILUSTRADO GMA7 launches Ilustrado with a get to- gether at FV Foods.
Flor’s Birthday
Raymond Lauchengco in the City
LEFT, Action Honda’s Rafael Nebres meets singer Raymond Lauchengco during the concert at Novotel Hotel. PHOTO BY RENE SEVILLA
RIGHT, Markus de Guzman, Aranas endorser Josie de Leon, Cheryl Cantonjos and Rafael Nebres of Action Honda enjoy the Raymond Lauchengco concert.
Flor Martinez (SEATED WITH BABY) celebrated her birthday and anniversary with with husband Ariel (SEATED ON THE FLOOR WITH STRIPED SHIRT) joined by family and friends.
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