Gifted actor’s tardiness blamed on drugs
TALENTED Actor was once considered the most promising discovery in his batch. He crossed over from bit roles to mainstream stardom quite effortlessly. However, TA squandered his good fortune, got hooked on drugs and became much too difficult to handle. TA was a constant cause of delay on the set. Soon enough, the plug was pulled on his troubled project. Even Influential Benefactor dropped TA like a hot potato. Determined to bounce back, TA made sure to attend the audition for a prestigious project. Unfortunately, he arrived late and was told to try his luck next time. Can’t teach an old dog.
Gifted
This is another kind of gifted: Cute Hunk is raring to come out of the closet. He is often spotted making out with Mestizo Model in public. CH is unruffled by all the pink rumors, though, and one idle chatter that he surely won’t deny involves the family jewels. In a restroom, Showbiz Insider accidentally caught a glimpse and found them “impressive!” No wonder MM finds CH irresistible, SI said.
Master of illusion
Has-been Heartthrob lost fame and fortune and the support of Powerful Benefactor in quick succession. Was that because of HH’s addiction to alcohol? Starlet Lover soon abandoned HH, too. Turned out, he became abusive when soused. To make ends meet, HH turned to wealthy gay clients.
In spite of his vices and vanishing looks, HH manages to delude one or two customers into believing that he’s still the same matinee idol who top-billed top rating TV shows and acclaimed movies more than a decade ago.
Diva vs divo
Everyone wrongly concluded that Popular Actress was the reason for the delay of Huge Project. Actually, Male Costar was a bigger diva. PA couldn’t hide her disgust for MC’s bad habits. While PA was effusive in praising Goodnatured Partner, she remained mum on MC. Her silence spoke volumes.
Starlet wars
Pretty Starlet and Stunning Starlet aren’t merely squabbling over Gorgeous Artist; they’re battling for fans’ hearts as well. PS lost this round because she badly needed to work on her public relations skills: Dur- ing an out-of-town event, a young admirer approached PS for a snapshot. PS made a face while posing with the fan. Trying to salvage the awkward situation, SS butted in and asked the kid for a souvenir shot. This good intention was lost on PS.
Sandy and Boyet’s girl
Mariel de Leon, 19year-old daughter of actors Christopher de Leon and Sandy Andolong, is currently
training for a national beauty pageant, according to aunt Toni Abad.
Grandmom and former LVN screen goddess Lilia Dizon must be proud.
Screening for Pilipinas is today.
Binibining
Robin Padilla on wife Mariel Rodriguez getting jealous because of his love scenes with “Kailangan Ko’y Ikaw” costar Kris Aquino: “Siguro parang nabundol siya. Maski ako, nagulat... siya’y asawa lang na nagmamahal.” (And we’re keeping our counsel to ourselves.)
Shaina Magdayao on her rumored relationship with Sam Milby: “Wala pong nangyayari na anything more than friendship... I’m in no rush.” (And we could use a rest as well.)
Cristine Reyes on being single: “Masaya maging single, as in! ’Di ka nagde- depend sa ibang tao para maging masaya.”