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The only thing constant in showbiz is – all together now – change.
The only thing constant in showbiz is–all together now change.
Since his contract with TV5 expired mid last year, actor Derek Ramsay has got fans curious on his next career move.
Rumors of him returning to the Kapamilya network spread like wildfire, further fuelled by that fact that its sister company, Star Cinema, cast him in a movie.
As it turns out, Derek might have a different plan.
In our last interview with the actor sometime November, he revealed he has been in talks with GMA executives, even meeting with them twice in one week.
“They’re really nice. They were kind enough to invite my parents during the meeting,” he said, though stressing he is “not yet” Kapuso as they are still “negotiating certain things.”
At the time, Derek shared he told GMA that he hopes to start working again in 2019. He added he is still thinking hard about the decision, claiming it will be his last “hurrah” as actor.
So, it’s a new year – what’s up, Derek? Well, it seems broadcaster Arnold Clavio was referring to Derek in one of his blind items on DZBB. He claimed a certain “hunk actor” will sign a contract with GMA this January, then gave obvious clues pointing out to no less than Derek Ramsay.
Several reports also claimed he will be partnered with Jennylyn Mercado in a new drama series.
Derek left ABSCBN and joined TV5 years ago, alongside Sharon Cuneta, Aga Muhlach, and Willie Revillame. Sharon and
Aga have since returned to the Kapamilya Network while Willie is now with GMA-7.
From GMA to ABS-CBN
If you ask celebrities who changed allegiance, they tell you almost always that they did it for “career growth.”
Regine Velasquez-Alcasid made headlines October last year when she officially bid goodbye to GMA, her home network of two decades. ABS-CBN welcomed her with a grandiose red carpet event, which got the Songbird emotional.
Then there’s Ryza Cenon who transferred to ABS-CBN after being with GMA Network for 14 years.
Richard Gutierrez officially became a Kapamilya in March 2017.
Louise delos Reyes have appeared in numerous TV shows in GMA before she transferred to ABS-CBN last year. Her first project as a Kapamilya actress is “FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano.”
Angel Locsin surprised people in 2007 when she did not renew her contract with GMA and, instead, signed with ABS-CBN. As a Kapuso from 2011 to 2014, Isabelle Daza was a co-host of the noontime show “Eat Bulaga!” She inked her contract with ABS-CBN in November 2014. A GMA-7 artist for 10 years, Iza Calzado, then known for her role on “Encantadia,” transferred to ABSCBN in 2012. Cristine Reyes entered showbiz in 2003 via GMA-7’s talent search “StarStruck,” then switched networks in 2008.
Another “StarStruck” alumnus is Paulo Avelino . He was a GMA-7 artist for five years until 2011.
A social media sensation at the time, Ellen Adarna was tapped by GMA in 2010 to appear on several shows including “Bubble Gang.” It wasn’t until 2013 that she signed up as a Kapamilya, appearing on shows like “The Greatest Love,” “Langit Lupa,” and “Home Sweetie Home.”
A GMA artist for seven years, Toni Gonzaga left her home network in 2005 and signed with ABS-CBN.
Elmo Magalona transferred to ABSCBN in 2015. His first project as a Kapamilya actor was the TV series “Born For You,” where he was paired with Janella Salvador.
His sister, Maxene Magalona also signed up as a Kapamilya in 2016.
The daughter of music veteran Zsa Zsa Padilla joined showbiz in 2001 via GMA’s “SOP.” Counting nine years as a Kapamilya, Karylle is currently seen as a mainstay of “It’s Showtime.”
After winning the debut season of “Pinoy Pop Superstar,” Jona became one of GMA’s most promising singers. She is now a Star Magic artist and regularly appears on “ASAP Natin To.”
Jaya made the switch to ABS-CBN just a day after the conclusion of her teleserye with GMA, “Poor Señorita.”
Kyla left GMA-7, her home for around 15 years, to join ABS-CBN in 2015 Aljur Abrenica was a GMA-7 contract artist for nearly a decade, before signing with rival network ABS-CBN in mid-2017.
From ABS-CBN to GMA
Earlier this year, Devon Seron, John Estrada, and Wendell Ramos joined GMA Network after staying with ABSCBN for years.
Manolo Pedrosa was a former “Pinoy Big Brother” teen housemate prior to becoming a Kapuso heartthrob.
Also a former “PBB” housemate, Tom Rodriguez found his luck in GMA-7 when he signed a three-year contract in September 2013.
Paul Salas came back to his home network after nine years working at ABSCBN.
Discovered and honed by the Kapamilya network, Christian Bautista transferred to GMA in 2013.
In mid-2017, Edgar Allan Guzman became a Kapuso.
His “My Korean Jagiya” co-star Heart Evangelista was a tween royalty in ABS-CBN. She jumped ship April 2008. Miss World Philippines 2017 Laura Lehmann inked contract with GMA last July 2. She was a former UAAP courtside reporter and ABS-CBN sports TV host as well.
The younger sister of Angelika dela Cruz, Mika dela Cruz, transferred to GMA-7 this Nov. 2016. Camille Prats left ABS-CBN in 2004.
Gloria Romero became Kapuso in 2011.
The equally talented sister of Miss World 2013 Megan Young, Lauren, entered show business in 2006 as a Kapamilya. But, late 2012, she made a huge move and jumped to GMA.
Singer Mark Bautista’s first project with GMA was “Party Pilipinas.” He transferred in 2010.
Atom Araullo made a big jump to GMA last 2017. He was a former host of ABS-CBN’s morning show “Umagang Kay Ganda.”
Jason Abalos became known in the entertainment scene via the TV talent search “Star Circle Quest.” His last project in the Kapamilya network before transferring to GMA in 2017 was the soap “Langit Lupa.”
Matt Evans jumped to GMA Network after 11 years with ABS-CBN.
Rayver Cruz left the Kapamilya Network early last year.
After 19 years of being with ABS-CBN, Kiray Celis inked contract with GMA December last year.