Sarah Geronimo Denies Switching Network

Now that she’s back in the country, Sarah Geronimo is busy with showbiz commitments, endorsements, and her upcoming movie Gerald Anderson. After the success of their first movie together, Sarah admitted that there is less pressure on their onscreen team-up. “Nung bagong simula yung aming pelikula siyempre may doubts kami kung mag-wo-work ba yung kami, kung may chemistry ba kami, ganun. Thank God na lahat ng supporters na-appreciate nila yung effort namin in making a good movie for all of them,” she shared.



But even while shooting their first movie, Catch Me, I’m Falling, Sarah admitted it was not hard to adjust to her leading man. “Yan yung nakakatuwa sa amin ni Gerald, naging kumportable kami agad sa isa’t isa na nabibiro ko siya, hindi siya napipikon so yun po siguro yun,” she admitted.



Although they have chemistry as a couple onscreen, Sarah clarified that she and Gerald only share a professional relationship. “Ang goal namin hindi maghanap ng girlfriend or boyfriend. Ang goal namin is mag-entertain ng tao. Huwag sana tayo mag-rely sa mga intimate na scenes kasi puwede naman na kahit na walang love scenes or kissing scene. Wala namang pressure na ganun sa amin. Not at all. Kasi okay kami eh. Hindi naman kailangan ma-pressure di ba?” she said.



During her short stay abroad where she took dancing lessons to further hone her skills, Sara said she did miss seeing Gerald. “Oo naman. Napaka-gentleman naman ni Gerald at saka napaka-professional as an actor. At kahit wala kaming constant communication like through texting, nandudun pa rin yung chemistry at yung friendship namin. Hindi naman kailangan na lumalim pa doon para mas maging effective kami as partners onscreen. Okay naman kami. Hindi naman kailangan na constant communication para mapangalagaan yung kung ano mang meron kami, yung tandem, so okay naman,” she shared. Sarah also adds that she has thankfully not received any backlash from fans of the actor and former love team partner Kim Chiu.



While her next movie is still in the planning stages, Sarah admitted she has prioritized her singing career over acting lately. “Wala pang teleserye. siguro kasi marami kasing concerts, priority ko talaga yung concerts. At saka may pelikula naman so yun lang siguro muna,” she said.



But before all that, the Pop Princess answered the issue that she is planning on leaving the Kapamilya Network. “Yearly ako nagsa-sign ng contract. Katulad lang yan nung na-issue sa amin ni Angeline (Quinto) noon, buti na lang yun tapos na. Unti-unti natatapos na. Hindi po talaga totoo. Hindi ako lilipat, ayoko. Grabe talaga yung naitulong ng ABS-CBN sa career ko. Sila talaga yung nagbigay ng importansya sa akin, ng big break,” she stressed.



The 22 year-old said that she has learned to accept the constant flow of intrigues that come her way being in the limelight. “Kumbaga yung issues, talagang never-ending yan when you’re in show business, so tanggap ko na yun. Ako wala na talaga sa akin yung mga intriga. Kasi bahagi yan ng showbiz world. Alam ko na yan,” she said.



The Popstar Princess said that even though she has many projects lined up, it is not an excuse to feel like a big time celebrity. “Hindi talaga. Ako po ay talagang very thankful sa importance na binibigay nila sa akin. Hindi ko iniisip yung mga ganung bagay, hindi maganda. Gusto ko lang patunayan na deserve ko yung tiwala na binigay sa akin ng tao,” she added.



Now that Nora Aunor is back in the country, Sarah admitted that she would love to get the chance to work on a project with the Philippines’ Superstar. “Siyempre dream come true yun if ever matuloy yung makatrabaho ko ang superstar na si Miss Nora Aunor. Hopeful ako para diyan sa project na yan. Sana matuloy. Nagkita na kami dati sa LA, na-meet ko si Ms. Nora. Siyempre star struck ako kasi si Nora Aunor yun. Nabigyan ako ng chance na makapagpa-picture with her. Tinanong ko rin kung kilala ba niya ako (laughs). sabi niya oo naman, ganun,” she recalled.



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New Kapamilya Paulo Avelino Dreams of Working With Kim Chiu

Paulo Avelino recently signed a three-year exclusive contract with ABS-CBN, and in an interview following the signing, he expressed his gratitude to the Kapamilya network. “Very excited po ako sa bagong environment, bagong mga tao. Kapag ganun lagi akong napu-push sa limits ko. Thankful and happy ako na ABS-CBN accepted me. Hopeful ako na matulungan nila akong maging mas mahusay hindi lang sa pag-arte pati na rin sa pagiging tao.”



Paulo started out in showbiz as part of an artista search on another network. He clarified that there’s no bad blood between him and his former bosses, and that his decision to switch was for the growth of his career. “Nagpaalam naman ako nang maayos. Kinausap ko ‘yung mga bosses, sumulat din ako. Alam naman nila na wala akong ikinagagalit. Sana wala rin silang ikinagagalit sa akin. Gusto ko lang mag-explore, go out of my comfort zone. I want to re-invent myself. For my career growth lang.”



The projects in store for the 23-year-old actor is still under wraps, but according to him, he would love to hone his skills in dramatic acting. “Gusto kong i-hone ‘yung dramatic acting ko. Kung gumaling na ako, sana makapag-shift din ako sa comedy, then action, at iba pang field. Kung ano lang ang meron, ayos sa akin. Hindi naman ako mapili sa project. Gusto ko rin na pabago-bago ‘yung mga roles na magagawa ko.” He recently starred in the Cinemalaya movie Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwa ang Paa.



When asked who among the Kapamilya leading ladies he would love to work with, Paulo named My Binondo Girl star Kim Chiu. “Sa mga babae gusto kong maka-work si Kim Chiu. Aside sa galing niya sa pag-arte, napaganda talaga niya. Nakikita kong napakabait niyang artista. Napanood ko siya sa Tayong Dalawa. Hi hello lang kami sa ilang Bench fashion shows. Laging nakaka-star struck kapag nakakakita ka ng artistang hindi mo madalas makita.”



Meanwhile, among the ABS-CBN leading men, Paulo said he has so much respect for Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin actor Coco Martin. “Sa mga lalaki gusto kong makasama si Coco Martin. Mahusay siyang umarte. Feeling ko mas gagaling ako bilang aktor kapag nakatrabaho ko siya. Madami akong matututunan.”



But Paulo clarified that he didn’t come to ABS-CBN to compete or outshine anyone. He explained that he just want to become a better actor and learn new things in the industry. “Hindi naman ako nandito para makipagkumpetensya. Nandito lang ako para ipakita ‘yung lahat ng makakaya ko. Siguro tao na lang ang makakapag-judge nun. Ibibigay ko lang ‘yung best ko. Sana ma-appreciate ng mga tao.”



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Paulo Avelino is Certified Kapamilya!

Actor Paulo Avelino has signed an exclusive contract under the Kapamilya network on Monday.



Along with Avelino in the contract signing were ABS-CBN Channel Head Cory Vidanes, Business Unit Head Deo Endrinal and his manager Leo Dominguez.



Avelino said he is excited to be the latest addition in the roster of ABS-CBN stars.



“Exciting, kinakabahan at masaya at the same time,” he said.



Asked what made him decide to join the Kapamilya network, Avelino said: “Gusto ko kasi mag-explore out of my comfort zone and at the same time gusto ko rin i-reinvent ang sarili ko as an actor, bilang isang artista.”



The 23-year-old actor also revealed that he is looking forward to working with ABS-CBN talents paticularly actress Kim Chiu and actor Coco Martin.



“Gusto ko makatrabaho si Kim Chiu and Coco Martin. Feeling ko maraming matututunan and makaktulong rin sa craft ko,” he said.



Avelino entered the entertainment industry in 2006 when he joined a reality talent show in another network.



He has also made a number of TV shows and movies since then.

Paulo Avelino Soon to Sign as Kapamilya

Kapuso rising hunk actor–Paulo Avelino–has reportedly decided to ink a deal with ABS-CBN to become a certified Kapamilya.



On his latest tweet, the StarStruck alum said “it’s always sad and painful to say goodbye.”



Paulo’s transfer to ABS-CBN has been a long process since GMA-7, his mother network, made a counter-offer for him to remain a Kapuso star.



In the supposed to be re-negotiation with the Kapuso Network’s management last Wednesday, Paulo posted an intriguing message on his Twitter account:



“What’s the use of determination, willingness and hardwork when they’re not welcome!????!!!!”



The young actor’s last project with GMA-7 was the afternoon teleserye “Alakdana” with Louise delos Reyes.



He is currently filming the remake of the Regal Films’ horror classic “Aswang” which is topbilled by Lovi Poe. The movie is being directed by Jerrold Tarog and also stars Jillian Ward and Marc Abaya.



Paulo Avelino is said to be signing a contract with the Kapamilya network this Monday, August 15.

Paolo Avelino, Kapamilya Na?

How true that GMA7's Starstruck alumnus Paolo Avelino just signed a guaranteed contact with ABS-CBN! GMA 7 gave a counter offer to Paolo upon learning of his intention to transfer to Kapamilya Network. But Paolo chose ABS-CBN.

Kapamilya Stars on London Barrio Fiesta 2011

“Marry me, Yeng!” exclaimed an eager fan of Multi-platinum Recording Artist Yeng Constantino amid tens of thousands of Filipinos who flocked to the Lampton Park, Hounslow for the 27th Barrio Fiesta sa London.

A total of 45,000 people arrived on July 16 and 17 from as far as Amsterdam and other parts of Europe just to see Yeng and their other favorite Kapamilya stars like “Imortal” sensation John Lloyd Cruz, “The Buzz” co-host KC Concepcion, “ASAP Rocks” mainstay Erik Santos and “Banana Split” wacky comedian Pooh. Neither the rain nor the ongoing train maintenance at the Picadilly line servicing Central London stopped Euro-Pinoys from travelling all the way to Hounslow.

The Prince of Pop, Erik Santos, headlined the Saturday show while John Lloyd, KC, Pooh and Yeng did the jam-packed Sunday show. Pooh let loose his comic impersonation of Manny Pacquiao. John Lloyd, who was recently proclaimed by a Philippine magazine as this year’s Most Beautiful Star, plunged into the sea of people so as not to disappoint those who wanted to have an up-close-and-personal encounter with him. In a sweet banter with KC, John Lloyd tickled the audience’s fancy, as if hinting an upcoming love team. In her solo performance, KC made the male crowd go “ooh” with her lovely voice and sexy moves. But, it was Yeng Constantino, the First Pinoy Dream Academy Grand Star Dreamer, who proved to be the biggest surprise of the TFC Show. Her back-to-back rendition of the Beatles medley and the Air Supply medley brought the house down.


“It’s a great feeling to be here to witness how our Kapamilyas just love our stars so much that they came to watch and stayed despite the rain,” said Mr. Raffy Lopez, the Chief Operating Officer of ABS-CBN Global who experienced the magnitude of the London Barrio Fiesta first hand.

“We’re thankful to the Philippine Centre for trusting us once again to be its partner in mounting the biggest event in the region, to the presentors Western Union, SMDC and Lebara Mobile and the major sponsors Ericsson Money Services, Sta. Lucia Properties, LBC, and Globe Telecoms, and to all of our Kapamilyas who have been supporting TFC for many, many years,” said Mr. Edgardo Garcia, the Managing Director of ABS-CBN Europe and Middle East.

As supporters leave the Lampton Park, bringing home wonderful memories of this year’s highly successful Barrio Fiesta, they can only expect more next year when another star-studded show from TFC comes to Europe to warm their hearts and brighten an otherwise rainy day.

K Brosas Prefers to be Kapamilya

K Brosas is very happy to be part of the upcoming primetime teleserye Maria La Del Barrio which will be top-billed by Erich Gonzales and Enchong Dee. In this series adaptation, K plays chambermaid Carlota who is always irritable towards Erich’s character. “Magugulat kayo sa role ko rito. Nagpapasalamat po ako sa napakaganda po na role na ibinigay sa akin. Ako po ay mayordoma sa bahay. Kapag pumasok si Erich, wala po akong ginagawa kundi itulak siya, batukan o hilahin,” she told reporters during the press conference for Maria La Del Barrio.

But the twist with her kontrabida role is that she still gets to incorporate her being a comedian. “Ang nakakatuwa kasi, kahit kontrabida, nakakatuwa pa rin siya. So, comedy pa rin. Pero hindi naman 'yong tipong hahampasin niyo ako ng paying kapag nakita ako. Funny lang talaga siya.”

The stand-up comedian/singer said she doesn’t get tired whenever she is hired to play the funny sidekick on TV or in movies. “Hindi naman boring. Paiba-iba rin naman talaga ‘yung atake sa role. Comedy pa rin siya pero dito iba kasi may pagka-kontrabida naman. Siyempre lalabas pa rin ‘yung pagka-K Brosas ko. Tsaka rito nacha-challenge ako kasi ‘The Rory Quintos’ ang direktor namin. Kapag may eksena ako, may banat agad dapat ako na punchline. Kapag ayaw niya ‘yung joke ko, ipapaulit niya ‘yung eksena. So dapat talaga galingan ko.”

K was asked by reporters why she was still often seen doing guest appearances on other networks. She clarified that she is not an exclusive talent of ABS-CBN, and she is only on a per project basis as agreed by the network and her manager Boy Abunda. “Hindi naman po ako exclusive. I'm so thankful naman dahil wala pa rin namang nagbabawal sa akin. Kapag dumating ang oras na pagbabawalan...sana naman hindi.”

But she wasn’t shy to admit that she would want to have more projects with ABS-CBN and soon be an exclusive contract talent. “Sana gawin nila. Nagpaparinig lang naman tayo, ha ha ha!”

K explained that she feels more happy and fulfilled doing projects on the Kapamilya network. “Kapamilya talaga ako. Mas proud ako rito. Dalawa ang show ko kaya rito. May Maria La Del Barrio ako at may E-Live pa, e ang saya saya ko kaya dun kahit saglit lang ‘yung show. Sa dalawang show na ‘yun I’m given the chance na ipakita ‘yung iba’t ibang galing ko, ‘yung isa as a host dun naman sa isa as an actress/comedian.”

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Captain Barbell, Kapamilya Na!

Nabili na ng ABS-CBN ang rights ng Captain Barbell sa pamilya ni Mars Ravelo. Katatapos lang kasi ng Captain Barbell sa GMA7 at ngayon ay nasa ABS-CBN na ang karapatan para mamili ng kanilang bagong gaganap sa superhero na ito.

Sino kaya ang pwedeng gumanap dito? Kahit nagawa na ito ng dalawang beses ng GMA 7, marami pa rin ang magiging interesado na mapanood nito kapag ginampanan ito ng isang Kapamilya.

Ian Veneracion Back as Kapamilya

Actor Ian Veneracion is back with ABS-CBN after 8 long years.

Veneracion will be part of the series "Maria La del Barrio" with Erich Gonzales as the lead star.

"I'm very happy, I'm really happy to be back on ABS-CBN, " Veneracion told abs-cbnNEWS.com.

Veneracion's last project with the Kapamilya network was the show "Darating Ang Umaga" in 2003 with Eula Valdez and Vina Morales.

The actor, known for his performances in action movies, also shared his excitement to be part of "Maria La del Barrio." In the series, he will play Fernando de la Vega, father of Luis Fernando (played by Enchong Dee).

He said he got the role with the help of the show's director Rory Quintos.

"May project si Direk Rory at nire-request niya ako for the role of Fernando de la Vega. Nag-enjoy kami talaga at nag-bond kami talaga. Si direk, magaling siya director, mino-motivate ka niya," he said.

Veneracion said playing the role of a father role is not a problem for him.

As a real father to 3 loving kids, he's happy that he's been tapped for such a role.

"Now I'm happy...nagmamature ang roles ko, I'm doing a father role...Kung ano ako in real life, nag-go-grow din ang character ko," Veneracion said.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Kapamilya Stars Back from Canada, London Shows

Several Kapamilya stars are back in the country after staging shows in Canada and London.

Speaking to “Showbiz News Ngayon,” singer Vina Morales said they had a great time performing before Filipino Kapamilyas abroad.

“Grabe nag-enjoy ang mga Kapamilya natin doon. Ang daming loyal sa TFC kaya siguro ito ang chance ng ABS-CBN para bigyan sila ng mga shows,” she said.

Singer K Brosas said: “Palong palo. Ang masasabi ko lang palong palo, punong puno. Ang galing.”

Meanwhile, actor John Lloyd Cruz said he feels honored to be able to join both the Canada and London tour.

“Masayang masaya lahat ng Kapamilya natin sa Calgary, sa Toronto and sa London. Magkaibang grupo iyon pero fortunately sa parehong grupo nakasama ako,” he said.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Iza Calzado Going to be a Kapamilya?

Iza Calzado, GMA 7‘s 2nd most prized possession after Marian Rivera, is reportedly to transfer to ABS-CBN because of a very good financial and career-wise offer. Iza Calzado is reportedly not happy with the way GMA 7 is handling her career and most importantly the money she is being paid for her services. Which services Iza Calzado is being made to do project after project. Reportedly, Iza’s father Lito Calzado is seriously considering the offer. Iza Calzado has a 2008 MMFF entry with Desperadas 2. It can be remembered that Iza Calzado appeared with Piolo Pascual in the Star Cinema movie, Milan.

If this Iza Calzado ABS-CBN transfer buzz is true, it could be just a ploy to a bigger and fatter paycheck for actors nowadays. This has become the scheme of actors, ABS-CBN and GMA stars alike to feel important. Regine Velasquez, Kyla and Jay-R were about to transfer to ABS-CBN until they got juicy offers from their home network. Diether Ocampo on the other hand also almost transferred to GMA 7 to star ironically with Iza Calzado in the Koreanovela remake of All About Eve, until Diether got a more juicy offer from ABS-CBN and Star Magic.

Maria Aragon to Become a Kapamilya

Maria Aragon, the 10-year-old Filipino-Canadian singer who was discovered on YouTube by Lady Gaga, arrived in Manila on Wednesday night to become the latest addition to the roster of Kapamilya stars.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Aragon said she is very excited to become a Kapamilya.

Aragon is set to sign a contract with ABS-CBN’s record label, Star Records.

"I’m gonna be recording an album under Star Records... You’ll hear sounds like obviously 'Born This Way' and 'Kung Bubuksan Mo Lang ang Puso,'" she said.

Aragon is also scheduled to appear in a number of shows in the Kapamilya network.

Aragon rose to fame after Lady Gaga posted in her official Twitter account a video link of the girl's cover version of the song “Born This Way.”

The video became viral in YouTube and gained millions of views.

It paved the way for Aragon to reach her dreams.

She had a duet with Lady Gaga in the latter’s concert in Toronto.

Aragon also appeared in popular American shows including “The Ellen Degeneres Show” and “Good Morning America.”

Even Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper visited Aragon in her residence in Winnipeg because he wanted to meet the young singer.

Aragon recently performed before the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge during the celebration of Canada Day.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Kapamilya Stars Goes to Barrio Fiesta sa London

The 27th Barrio Fiesta Sa London is scheduled to take place on JULY 16th-17th in Lampton Park, Hounslow, TW3 4DN West London. The event will start at 10.00am each day and finish at 19.00 on Saturday and 19.00 on Sunday.

Kapamilya Stars will be there such as tv host-actress KC Concepcion, John Lloyd Cruz and more Kapamilya stars.

Derek Ramsay Remains a Kapamilya

Amid speculations that he is going to jump ship, actor Derek Ramsay announced Wednesday that he will remain a Kapamilya star.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News, Ramsay said: “Yes, I will remain a Kapamilya. I have a network with the network that I will stay true to.”

“I feel like the network has taken care of me. I love hosting ‘The Biggest Loser’ and changing people's lives,” he added.

Aside from his hosting stint on ABS-CBN’s prime time show “The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition,” Ramsay also has two upcoming movies co-produced by Star Cinema and Viva Films where he is the lead star.

One of these is a comedy film with Vice Ganda, and the other one is a romantic drama with actresses Anne Curtis and Cristine Reyes.

Meanwhile, because of his several projects, Ramsay said he will temporarily take a break from playing for the Philippine national frisbee team.

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Judy Ann Santos Denies Switching Networks

After finding out that her upcoming movie project My House Husband has been shortlisted as part of this year’s Metro Manila Film Fest (MMFF) entries, Judy Ann Santos said she is happy to return to the big screen in a project that also pairs her up with real-life hubby Ryan Agoncillo. “We’re excited to be working with each other again after a very long time,” she shared in the July 5 telecast of TV Patrol. The multi-talented drama actress also put to rest the persistent rumors saying that she is planning to transfer to a different network within the year. “Meron pa akong existing contract sa ABS-CBN. Alam ko nag-renew ako last year,” she stressed in the popular evening news program.

Before giving birth to her son Lucho last year, Juday was last seen in the teleserye Habang May Buhay alongside Derek Ramsay and Gladys Reyes. Juday then took some time off from the limelight during her pregnancy in order to focus on her growing family. This year, the talented actress admitted that she is slowly easing back into showbiz with her various endorsements. Juday has also expressed gratitude for the numerous offers she has been receiving to do projects again. Juday has been very vocal about carefully considering her projects now that she has a family. But the actress admitted she is open to doing a yet untitled movie with multiple Best Actor awardee Coco Martin because she has always admired Coco’s talent.

With new reality show Junior Master Chef: Pinoy Edition all set to be shown soon, Juday has been busy preparing to host the Kapamilya network’s version of the popular international franchise. The actress has already admitted that she is lucky to be married to Ryan, who had already been into hosting even before he started acting in showbiz. Juday revealed her husband would give her tips on how to be an effective host. But before she finally gets back into the routine of daily tapings for Junior Master Chef: Pinoy edition, the 33-year-old actress is scheduled to fly to Australia for a one-week vacation with her family before the show’s scheduled telecast.

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Jericho Rosales Will Not Leave ABS-CBN

Actor Jericho Rosales said he will be taking a two-month break from showbiz.

In an interview with abs-cbnNEWS.com during a press conference for ABS-CBN's newest reality show "I Dare You," Rosales said he will study advanced acting in the US.

"Yes, I'm going abroad. Acting 'yong lesson. Dapat filmmaking pero nabitin ako sa time dahil may kailangan akong gawin. Then the Newport Beach opened new doors for me. Tapos na-realize ko na kailangan kong mag-prepare if ever. Who knows? If ever God tells me na, 'Go abroad and work there for a while', dapat ready ako, hindi ba?" Rosales said.

The actor said his first Hollywood film, "Subject: I Love You", opened his mind to grab opportunities abroad.

"Definitely maraming auditions doon. Kahit maka-tsamba ako ng isa, isa lang...," he said.

Rosales said he is praying now to find a very good agent in Hollywood.

"Ako, hindi ko iiwan ang Pilipinas kung saan ako mapadpad. Of course ang puso ko dito sa Pilipinas. Gusto ko lang mag-expand," he added.

During the interview, Rosales also cleared the issue that he will be leaving the ABS-CBN network.

"Wala, hindi ako lilipat sa ibang network," said Rosales who just finished his contract with ABS-CBN.

He stressed that he is due to sign a new contract under the Kapamilya network.

Report has it that Rosales wants to leave his current network to go freelance.

The actor told abs-cbnNEWS.com that he only wants to learn new things.

"It's more of how can I contribute to a station or to a program. Parang ganoon. It's more of that. Hindi 'yong may problema ako or what," he said.

He added: "Actually nag-dare ako. Dinare ko ang sarili ko kung kaya ko bang gawin ito."

Rosales admitted that there were offers for him to work in other networks but he turned them down.

"Definitely one thing na hindi ko gagawin sa sarili ko ay to slap ABS-CBN in the face," he said.

Currently, Rosales is part of ABS-CBN's "ASAP Rocks".

He is also busy taping for "I Dare You" which will premiere this Monday, July 11 before "Mula sa Puso."

Source: www.abs-cbnnews.com

Daboy's Sons, Now Certified Kapamilya

The Fernandez brothers--Rap and Renz--both signed contracts under ABS-CBN's Star Magic on Tuesday.

In an interview during the contract signing, the sons of the late actor Rudy Fernandez expressed their happiness in being part of ABS-CBN's elite group of stars.

"Masaya po. Masaya. Feeling ko at home ako sa ABS-CBN. At sa ABS-CBN ang the best so doon tayo sa the best," Renz said.

The brothers also extended their appreciation to all the people who supported them and gave them the chance to be Kapamilya stars.

"Thank you, ABS-CBN, for everyting, for the opportunity," Renz said.

"Thank you to everyone responsible, to all the people here. Umaapaw ang pasasalamat sa loob ng puso ko. Ang buong buhay ko ay isang malaking paghahanda para sa sandaling ito. Pangarap ko talagang maging parte ng industriyang ito," Rap added.

The brothers were accompanied by their manager-mother, Lorna Tolentino, who also revealed her utmost trust in the Kapamilya network.

"Napakahusay ng ABS-CBN lalo na sa pag-aalaga ng artista nila. Kampante ako na dito sila magtatrabaho," Tolentino said.

Born Renz Marion Tolentino Fernandez, Renz already appeared in ABS-CBN's "Your Song Presents: Kim," while his elder brother Rap was part of "Buhawi Jack."

Kapamilya Wins Big in Yahoo OMG! Awards 2011

ABS-CBN artists won big at Yahoo!'s OMG! Awards held at Republiq Club, Newport Mall in Resorts World Manila on Tuesday night.

Kapamilya celebrities bagged 10 out of 18 awards, including the Hottest Actor trophy for Piolo Pascual and Major Impact Personality of the Year award for 2011 Binibining Pilipinas-Universe Shamcey Supsup.

Coco Martin, lead star of “Minsan Lang Kita Iibigin,” bagged the Breakthrough Male Artist prize, beating fellow ABS-CBN talents JM De Guzman, Enchong Dee and Derek Ramsay.

The Breakthrough Female Artist award went to Cristine Reyes.

Vice Ganda, meantime, defeated Prince of Comedy Vic Sotto after grabbing the Funniest Comedian prize.

“Mara Clara” stars Albie Casino and Kathryn Bernardo won the Awesome Young Actor and Awesome Young Actress awards. Their co-star, Julia Montes, was also nominated in the same category but she lost to Bernardo.

Close friends Luis Manzano and Toni Gonzaga were named Favorite Male TV Host and Favorite Female TV Host, respectively.

Christian Bautista took home the Coolest Male Singer prize.

OMG! Awards recognize the most-searched celebrities on Yahoo!’s newest and leading entertainment property in the Philippines.

The Awards combine Yahoo! Search and rich news content from Yahoo!'s celebrity and entertainment news site, OMG!, to recognize the top trending web celebs, or those who have propelled to stardom in cyberspace and used the power of the Internet to reach their fans.

The awards night was hosted by JM Rodriguez and Andi Manzano.

Below is the full list of winners.

Major Impact Personality of the Year: Shamcey Supsup

Celebrity of the Year: Shalani Soledad

Hottest Actor: Piolo Pascual

Hottest Actress: Jennylyn Mercado

Breakthrough Male Artist: Coco Martin

Breakthrough Female Artist: Cristine Reyes

Funniest Comedian: Vice Ganda

Funniest Comedienne: Eugene Domingo

Awesome Young Actor: Albie Casino

Awesome Young Actress: Kathryn Bernardo

Amazing Male Newcomer: Alden Richards

Amazing Female Newcomer: Ritz Azul

Favorite Male TV Host: Luis Manzano

Favorite Female TV Host: Toni Gonzaga

Coolest Male Singer: Christian Bautista

Coolest Female Singer: Charice

Coolest Band: Parokya ni Edgar

Fashion Designer of the Year: Joey Samson

Kapamilya Stars Lead Nominees for Yahoo OMG! Awards

Yahoo! Philippines announced the launch of the first OMG! Awards, which will recognize the most-searched celebrities.

The Awards combine Yahoo! Search and news content from Yahoo!’s celebrity and entertainment news site, OMG!, to determine the top trending web celebs, those who have propelled to stardom in cyberspace and used the power of the Internet to reach their fans.

Kapamilya stars led by Piolo Pascual dominate the list of nominees.

Below is the list of Yahoo@ OMG categories and nominees (Note: Those with * are Kapamilya (ABS-CBN) stars.)

Hottest Actor:
* Piolo Pascual
* Diether Ocampo
Aljur Abrenica
* Jericho Rosales

Hottest Actress:
Marian Rivera
*Angel Locsin
Jennylyn Mercado
*Anne Curtis

Funniest Comedian:
*Vice Ganda
Vic Sotto
*Vhong Navarro
Michael V

Funniest Comedienne:
*Pokwang
Eugene Domingo
*Ai Ai delas Alas
Tuesday Vargas

Breakthrough Artist – Male:
*JM De Guzman
*Enchong Dee
*Derek Ramsay
*Coco Martin

Breakthrough Artist – Female:
Solenn Heussaff
*Cristine Reyes
Bela Padilla
*Andi Eigenmann

Awesome Young Actor:
*Sam Concepcion
*Albie Casino
*Enrique Gil
*Robi Domingo

Awesome Young Actress:
*Kathryn Bernardo
*Julia Montes
Barbie Forteza
Bea Binene

Favorite TV Host – Male:
Willie Revillame
*Luis Manzano
*Vice Ganda
Vic Sotto
Mo Twister

Favorite TV Host – Female:
*Alodia Gosiengfiao
Shalani Soledad
Pia Guanio
*Toni Gonzaga

Amazing Newcomer – Male:
Mikael Daez
Alden Richards
*Diego Loyzaga
*Renz Fernandez

Amazing Newcomer – Female:
Louise delos Reyes
Ritz Azul
*Coleen Garcia
Jasmine Curtis

Coolest Singer – Male:
*Jovit Baldivino
Kean Cipriano
*Christian Bautista
*Rico Blanco

Coolest Singer – Female:
Regine Velasquez
*Sarah Geronimo
Charice
*Karylle

Coolest Band:
General Luna
Parokya ni Edgar
Callalily
Up Dharma Down

Designer of the Year:
Jun Escario
Rosanna Ocampo
Kate Torralba
Joey Samson
Rajo Laurel

The awards ceremony will take place on June 21 (Tuesday).

The winners will be selected through popular search queries and polling methods.

The categories for the most-searched award include OMG! Celebrity of the Year and OMG! Major Impact, while the winners for Hottest Actor/Actress, Funniest Comedian/Comedienne, Breakthrough Artist Male/Female, Awesome Young Actor/Actress, Favorite TV Host Male/Female, Amazing Newcomer Male/Female, Coolest Singer Male/Female, Coolest Band categories and Designer of the Year will be selected through popular polls.

The poll site is located at http://ph.omg.yahoo.com/omgawards/