Claudine Barretto

Claudine Barretto (born July 20, 1979 in Manila, Philippines)is an award-winning television and movie actress and best known as the Telesereye Queen. She conquered both television and movies with her top-rating teleseryes and box-office hit movies. She is one of the best actresses of her generation. She has proven her acting prowess both critically and commercially. As a film actress and box-office star, her movies Anak, Milan and Sukob are among the highest grossing Filipino films of all time. She is one of the Movie Queens of Philippine Cinema in the 90’s and even up to the present. She has appeared in over thirty movies and has won several awards. She is considered as the next Vilma Santos.

Claudine, as a celebrity, has endorsed many products which rake in millions. She has been recognized for being a well-dressed actress and stylish in her accessories. Being a Barretto, she is one of the most beautiful faces in showbizness which proves to that is her inclusion in “Mega’s 10 Most Beautiful Women” in the 10th edition of the said magazine. Barretto is a member of ABS-CBN’s elite circle of homegrown talents, properly named Star Magic.

Heart Evangelista

Arguably one of the most popular young stars in the Philippines, Heart Evangelista (born February 14, 1985) was first discovered by a commercial agent while shopping at the mall with sister Camille. She signed with Star Magic (formerly known as Talent Center) and was paired with John Prats in the show G-Mik. Her relationship with John Prats gained tremendous popularity, and they starred in several movies together—Trip, Ang Tanging Ina and My First Romance. They also starred in popular teen-oriented show “Berks.” After which their real and reel life romance fizzled.

Since then, Heart was paired with Geoff Eigenmann in popular primetime soap opera “Hiram” which also starred Kris Aquino, Dina Bonnevie, John Estrada and Anne Curtis. This soap earned Heart a Star Awards Best Actress nomination at the age of 20.

She has also starred in an action-based show called Panday with her current boyfriend, Jericho Rosales.

Other notable achievements of Heart is winning best new female personality for both Star TV and Star Movie awards. She also won texter’s and listener’s choice at Himig Handog Awards for her single “Love Has Come My Way.” Heart also released a single “Tell Me” in Australia which made it into the charts, peaking at number 18.

She is now managed by Manila Genesis Entertainment after her decision to not renew her contract with Star Magic (formerly Talent Center of ABS-CBN).

Bea Alonzo

Bea Alonzo (Real name: Phylbert Angellie Ranollo Fagestrom), born Oct. 17, 1987, had always dreamed of being in show business. Growing up without a father since the age of four, Bea has nonetheless managed to strike it out on her own.

She joined beauty contests at a very young age and she was moderately successful in this endeavor. It was in a small town beauty contest that she was discovered by famed Filipino fashion designer Oscar Peralta who then brought her to the attention of talent manager Archie Ilagan. The latter presented Bea to the head of the ABS-CBN Talent Center Johnny Manahan who inducted her into the Star Circle Batch 10. There she would be given a wide-range of acting lessons which later helped her land a part in the teen-oriented drama/comedy K2BU.


In 2003, at the age of 15, Bea would be cast as 20 year old lawyer Katrina Argos in the TV drama Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay. The role would garner her her first “Best Actress” nomination at the 2003 PMPC Star Awards.

The role of Katrina Argos would also pair Bea with John Lloyd Cruz who played Yuri Orbida in the drama series. John Lloyd would eventually be Bea’s long-time on-screen romantic partner and the Bea Alonzo-John Lloyd Cruz tandem proved to be quite popular that it was featured in three more TV drama series: It Might Be You, Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin and currently Maging Sino Ka Man. The pair would also star in movies such as My First Romace (where Bea Alonzo was named “Best New Movie Actress” at the 2004 PMPC Star Awards), Now That I Have You, Close To You and the recent All About Love.

After All About Love, Bea’s next movie project is a remake of the classic Dolphy movie Pacifica Falapay. The movie co-stars Vhong Navarro and it will be Bea’s first foray into big-screen feature-length comedies.

Although Bea has been paired with John Lloyd Cruz for several years, she claims that there has been no real romantic involvement between them.

She is currently linked to Filipino actor Mico Palanca, younger brother of Bernard Palanca, who is also an actor. The two have confirmed that they are actually dating each other.

Bea Alonzon is voted No. 7 Most Beautiful Filipina.

Source: Wikipedia

Jennylyn Mercado

Jennylyn Mercado (born May 15, 1987) is the ultimate female survivor in GMA 7’s first season of Starstruck talent search. Since winning Starstruck, Jennylyn became one of GMA’s hottest contract stars.


In the October 14, 2004 episode of TV drama series Magpakailanman of GMA Network, which featured her life story, viewers learned more about Jennylyn’s childhood.

In May 4, 1991, when she was nearly four years old, Jennylyn made headlines as a battered child.

Her assailant was her stepfather. He burned Jennylyn’s young skin with cigarette butts and whacked her back with a flat iron. Her mother, who was then in Dubai working as a domestic helper, immediately came home. Sadly, though, she came not to take care of her daughter but to bail out her cruel partner, who was in detention.

Her mother migrated to London and had her own family. Because of this, Jennylyn’s aunt, Lydia Mercado, legally adopted her.

In June 2004, Jennylyn’s biological father, Noli Pineda, now 50 came home for a holiday. His arrival did not go unnoticed by the press. Reports came out saying that he was asking for money from his now self-sufficient daughter. This, Jennylyn strongly denied. What her father wanted, she said, was for Jennylyn to use his surname.

Still, according to Jen, she and her biological father keep in touch, even if they don’t get to see each other often, since he’s based in Korea.

Because of her experience as an abused child, she is now the Official Spokesperson of the Bata Foundation (Christian Mission Services), a non-government organization that operates with basic funding support from its partner organization Christlicher Missiondienst (CMD) headquartered in Germany, supplementary assistance from two Japanese organizations and a few local groups, with the help of Feed Hungry Inc. and the GMA Artist Center.

School
Before joining showbizness, Jennylyn was a senior student at the Augustinian Abbey in Las Piñas where she actively took part in school programs.

Because of her hectic work schedule after winning Starstruck, she had to take a leave from school. If given the time and opportunity to pursue her studies further, the young actress has answered that she’d like to take up Mass Communications as a major.

Health
On the April 3, 2004 episode of Startalk, a showbiz-oriented show in the Philippines, Jennylyn admitted that she suffers from a heart ailment which prohibits her from becoming too tired, and overly excited and angry.

Debut
A day before her 18th birthday, Jennylyn decided to spend her special day with abused children from the CMSP, distributing gifts and just spending quality time with the children, instead of a grand debutante party.

But the real-life Cinderella cannot escape the life of a princess. MAQ Productions SM Megamall Cinema threw her a belated 18th birthday celebration to coincide with the premiere of her first movie as a leading lady, Say That You Love Me. This was the Philippines’ first ever movie premiere with a birthday debut.

The production company went all-out with the celebration. Insiders won’t give exact figures, but rumor has it that the price tag is in the seven figure region in Philippine pesos.

Jennylyn wore a beautiful gown created exclusively for her by fashion genius Rajo Laurel. Award-winning production designer Edgar Martin “Egay” Littaua also put his unmistakable stamp on the glittery, flowery affair

Mark Herras, Jennylyn’s real-life beau at the time and leading man in Say That You Love Me, escorted his lovely leading lady on her very special evening, together with other young men from Jennylyn’s family, Starstruck, GMA Network, and Regal Films.

Her traditional 18 Roses Dance included the following: Vincent Pineda (Jennylyn’s father), Rainier Castillo, Jake Cuenca, Tyron Perez, Bearwin Meily, Benj Pacia, Dion Ignacio, Christian Esteban, Anton dela Paz, Alvin Aragon, Kirby de Jesus, Kevin Santos, Ken Punzalan, Jay-R, James Blanco, John Prats, Marco Alcaraz, Dennis Trillo, and Mark Herras.

Well wishers included Say That You Love Me director Mac Alejandre and producer Roselle Monteverde-Teo, manager Becky Aguila, Jennylyn’s “Mommy” Lydia Mercado and “Mother” Lily Monteverde. High-ranking executives from GMA Network, including Annette Gozon-Abrogar, Jimmy Duavit, Ida Henares, Marivin Arayata, Lilybeth Rasonable, Reggie Acuña-Magno, Bang Arespacochaga, Darling de Jesus, and Atty. Felix Gozon were also in attendance.

Three hundred guards added even more pomp to the glittery affair, which climaxed with the premiere of the movie in cinemas 3 & 4. Cinema 3 was reserved be for the stars, staff, and special invited guests, while cinema 4 hosted sneak preview ticket-holders. A sumptuous dinner was also prepared for the invited guests.

For those who were not present at the event, the giant plasma screen hanging from the EDSA face of SM Megamall allowed commuters and passersby to see the celebration. There was also a live feed to GMA’s top-rating news program, 24 Oras, that allowed TV viewers to witness the revelry from the comforts of their living rooms.

Relationships
She became the girlfriend of co-StarStruck survivor Mark Herras but their relationship has now ended. Although the pair may have declared that they have split up, their on-screen team-up bears no signs of breaking down.

Jennylyn was being wooed by numerous men (like actor Jake Cuenca who gave her a dog - Migs - while working with her in the 9th season of Love to Love entitled Miss Match. But all were just rumors.There were also hints that Jennylyn and Mark got back together again but there had also been rumors that she and her former non-showbiz boyfriend, Jigs Cristobal were back together, too. Jen denied all of these saying she has not got back together with Jigs nor Mark. Some sources also said that she’s been courted by Captain Barbell star, Patrick Garcia.

The young singer-actress has stated that none of the rumors are true. She claimed that, at present, she still is entertaining suitors and that her career is her utmost priority.

Now she admitted that she has been going out with award-winning actor, Patrick Garcia. The two had recently been spotted together in one of the country’s finest island, Boracay. Rumor has it that the two is now officially together as confirmed by some of their friends. But the actress-singer neither admit nor deny about the status of their relationship. In one recent interview by Dolly Ann Carvajal of the Philippine Daily Inquirer, Jennylyn explains, “”I don’t deny that Patrick inspires me but that is all for now.â€�

Jennylyn Mercado is voted no. 10 Most Beautiful Filipina.

Source: Wikipedia

Toni Gonzaga

Toni Gonzaga was born in January 21, 1984. She got her first big break as a fan of Piolo Pascual in a softdrink commercial, at the age of 17 years old. She recalls that at that time, “Masaya ako at excited kasi ito yung first lead commercial ko tapos Piolo was there di ko nga ineexpect na nandun sya.” (I am happy and excited because this is my first lead commercial after Piolo was there and I did not expect that he was there.)


Toni later became one of the co-hosts of hit noontime variety show Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) where she started her showbiz career. At about the same time, she joined Studio 23’s Wazzup Wazzup as one of the anchors and was tagged as the “News Diva” because she always seemed to deliver the news with such a powerful voice.

After signing with ABS-CBN (and leaving GMA7), She encountered different accusations of being ENGRATA but she is not, They had meetings with GMA before she left and the said network welcomes Toni whenever she want to. Toni quickly became a part of such shows like the Most Requested Show (MRS) with Roderick Paulate and Amy Perez. Of which she says, “masaya katrabaho mga beteranong artista kasi aside sa magaling sila at enjoy kasama marami kang matutunan sa kanila.” She was also a part of Entertainment Konek (ETK) with Ogie Diaz, which she enjoys because of the fun environment. She also signed up as of the female co-hosts of the then-novel reality show, Pinoy Big Brother. “Natutuwa ako at nagpapasalamat kasi they (Management) considered me at they trusted me na maging part ng malaking show na ito,” she says. She shares that the offer to be a part of PBB came before their group went to perform in the US for the US Kapamilya Caravan.

She’s also the host of the recently concluded Pinoy Dream Academy and her movie opposite Sam Milby entitled You are the One is one of this year’s blockbuster.

Kim Chiu

Kim Chiu
>> PBB Winner
>> Kapamilya Actress
>> Recording Artist
>> Product Endorser
>> Bench Model
>>Star Awards winner for
Best New Female TV Personality

Kimberly Sue Yap Chiu (born April 19, 1990) was born in Xiamen, China and migrated to Cebu City at the age of 3. Kim Chiu was first known as the big winner of Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Edition, and from there, she instantly captured the hearts of the televiewers.

Kim Chiu truly has a promising career on her side. The viewers have been moved by Jasmine aka Poknat in the teleserye, Sana Maulit Muli that had taken the country by storm and even secured a strong hold as the country’s most watched program, with the success that she shares with love team Gerald Anderson.

Chiu and Anderson appeared together in several shows of ABS-CBN, bagged commercial endorsements,and was formally introduced in the silver screen via their first movie, First Day High. Marking their first anniversary in show business is their first starring movie I’ve Fallen For You which premiered September 26, 2007 under Star Cinema.

They are currently regular performers on ASAP ‘07 and recently concluded their appearance in Gokada Go!

Not long after that, she was given a break in the recording industry. Under Star Records her first album Gwa Ai Di was released mid of 2007.

Last year’s no. 5 was Anne Curtis. Kim Chiu climbed 7 notches this year. She received a total votes of 1,093 in the Top 30 poll.

Katrina Halili Biography

Katrina Halili Biography

Katrina Halili is an alumna of the StarStruck talent search and the cover girl of leading magazines such as FHM Philippines and Maxim Philippines. She was voted as FHM Philippines' sexiest woman for the year 2006 and bagged the title yet again in 2007. She is the first StarStruck contestant to top the FHM Philippines' 100 Sexiest list and the only Filipina celebrity to have won the title twice in a row. She is a three-time FHM Philippines covergirl. [1] With 123,000 votes, she placed 2nd to Marian Rivera in the 2008 Philippines' Finest (FHM 100 Philippines sexiest women list, cover girl). [2] During the same year, she was chosen as the calendar girl for FHM Philippines for the second time. In addition, she also launched her own line of lingeries and swimsuits she called Playmates, and became an image model for the Belo Medical Group.
Halili was formally launched as a character actress on Philippine television by way of Majika and Darna, two fantasy-themed series, wherein she played the villain to the character portrayed by Angel Locsin. GMA 7, her home studio, once again tapped her to play another villain role, and it was in the Philippine version of Marimar that she became a household name. After her stint as villain on these TV programs, she finally starred on her first lead role in a daytime soap entitled Sine Novela: Magdusa Ka, where she was paired with her leading man Dennis Trillo. Before the last few episodes of this soap were shown, she began shooting for Obra, a primetime drama anthology where she showcased her versatility as an actress.

Katrina Halili in Bikini

Maja Salvador | Filipina Celebrity

Maja Salvador Profile:

Born October 5, 1988 - Maja Salvador is one of the latest in line of the illustrious show biz clan of the Salvador family. She is now making her own identity and mark as the Dance Princess of the Philippines and one of the most promising young actresses in the industry.

Name: Maja Ross Andres
Stage Name: Maja Salvador
Nick Name: Maja, Majang, Baby Maj, Totzki
Birthday: October 5, 1988
Age: 18 yrs. old
Zodiac: Libra
Siblings: Joseph, Jonjon, Bong, Luchi, Shyla, Jason, Marie, Kirby
Father’s Name: Ross Rival
Mother’s Name: Thelma Andres
School: San Benildo Integrated School / ABS-CBN Distance Learning Center
Hometown: Apari, Cagayan

ABS-CBN Team Kapamilya News for the victory of Manny Pacquiao

Congratulatory messages from Philippine leaders, with President Arroyo leading the pack, poured in for Manny Pacquiao who scored another sensational boxing win on Sunday.

The country's chief executive, who left for Egypt Saturday for a working visit, was ecstatic over the victory of Filipino boxing icon Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao in Las Vegas, a Malacañang official said Sunday.

Pacquiao claimed the IBO/The Ring Magazine junior welterweight title with a stunning second round knockout of Britain's Ricky Hatton.

The 30-year-old southpaw twice knocked the Englishman to the canvass in the opening round before ending the fight with a stinging left hook two minutes and 59 seconds into the second round.

“President Arroyo is very happy. While we were not able to watch the fight because we are on our working visit, news of Pacquiao’s victory was greeted by the [Philippine] delegation with great jubilation,” Press Secretary Cerge Remonde told radio dzMM.

On Saturday Mrs. Arroyo and her delegation left for Cairo for a working visit to Egypt and scheduled state visit in Syria.

Remonde said Pacuiao’s victory was relayed to the Philippine delegation in Egypt by Quezon 3rd district Rep. Danilo Suarez.

Remonde, who is also acting executive secretary, added that Mrs. Arroyo “is joining the entire nation in thanking God and in jubilation over this spectacular victory of Manny Pacquiao.”

“May his victory inspire all Filipinos to triumph against all odds,” Remonde said. “May his example of continuing to learn and improve be emulated by our people especially the young,” he added in a text message.

Remonde said “The People’s Champ” will be received by the President in Malacañang and given a hero’s welcome when he comes home.

Deputy palace spokesperson Lorelei Fajardo, meantime, said in a text message, that “President Arroyo and the whole nation join the whole world in celebrating the victory of Manny Pacquiao.”

“His courage, dignity and love of God and country exemplifies the Filipino spirit of sportsmanship and his resiliency in pursuing his dreams of bringing honor to our country,” noted Fajardo.

Showcases Pinoy’s excellence

Vice President Noli de Castro also congratulated the Filipino boxing icon.

“Manny exceeded our expectations with his exceptional boxing skills, speed and strength. His victory is the victory of every Filipino. I personally commend Manny Pacquiao for continuing to showcase Filipino's excellence to the world,” he said in a text message.

He added: “He is truly an inspiration to Filipinos who strive in the face of their daily challenges.”

“Living legend”

House Speaker Prospero Nograles on Sunday also praised Philippine boxing sensation Manny Pacquiao.

Nograles, who flew with other congressmen to the US to watch the fight, said Pacquiao's victory silenced Hatton's boisterous British fans who came in droves to watch the fight.

“The British flew here with so much band and noise and songs and cheers, all sound and fury signifying nothing. But after two minutes, they were shocked with the speed and power [of Pacquiao]. Mismatch really. Pacman from Mindanao is now a legend in his time. What else can the world say?" Nograles told reporters through a text message.

Former president Joseph Estrada, for his part, also said that Pacquiao is “truly a living legend.”

“He is truly an inspiration to Filipinos everywhere, showing that through discipline and faith, great things are possible; a living legend who has brought the nation together in this moment of glory for the Filipino people,” Estrada said in a statement.

Several senators also congratulated the world’s pound-for-pound boxing king.

“Manny Pacquiao has given notice to the world of the prowess and fighting spirit of the Filipino. He has single-handedly raised the prestige of the Filipinos as courageous, disciplined and patriotic. Just like our Overseas Filipino Workers, Pacquiao deserved the title of ‘hero,’” said Sen. Loren Legarda in a faxed statement.

“His triumph is shared by the entire Filipino people to whom he had dedicated his record-breaking fight. But it is as much as an individual triumph arising from him indubitable courage, his solid self-discipline and his single-minded determination win,” she added.

Discipline and humility

Another lady senator, Pia Cayetano, noted that “Pacquiao personifies triumph of the human spirit.”

Cayetano added, “As an athlete, I myself am awed by his discipline, respect for his coach, humility even in times of great victory, and love for God and country.”

She noted, “From his humble beginnings as a bakeshop and fish-port worker in General Santos City and as a struggling young boxer who fought on weekends just to buy food for his family, Manny worked his way up to become world champion in six different weight classes, joining the ranks of boxing legends, and with this latest conquest, the pound-for-pound king of his generation.”

Sen. Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan said that Manny “showed the world how Filipinos can be the best.”

“Patunay si Manny na kaya nating mga Pilipino na maging pinakamahusay sa mundo,” he said in a statement.

“Muling ipinakita ni Manny kung ano ang tunay na kakayahan ng Pilipino kapag naghanda, nagmatyag, at nagpursigi sa isang layunin,” noted Pangilian.

Pride of Filipinos

For Sen. Richard Gordon, “Manny is truly the pride of our beloved country. His discipline and good work ethic is something that we must emulate in order to gloriously overcome the challenges that come before us.”

Gordon, who is also Philippine National Red Cross chairman, in a statement also said, “With his newest victory, Manny is indeed the undisputed champion of all time not only inside the boxing ring but also in the heart of every Filipino.”

Meanwhile, Amateur Boxing Association of the Philippines (ABAP) chairman Manny V. Pangilinan echoed what the political leaders said of Pacquiao.

“Manny Pacquiao’s stunning victory over such a formidable opponent has made all Filipinos prouder as a nation,” he said in a statement.

“With his shining example, our faith in God and a lot of hard work, I am hopeful we will finally win our Olympic Gold,” he concluded.President Arroyo was ecstatic over the victory of Filipino boxing icon Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao in Las Vegas, a Malacañang official said Sunday.

Pacquiao claimed the IBO light-welterweight title with a stunning second round knockout of Britain's Ricky Hatton.

The 30-year-old southpaw twice knocked the Englishman to the canvas in the opening round before ending the fight with a stinging left hook two minutes and 39 seconds into the second round.

“President Arroyo is very happy. While we were not able to watch the fight because we are on our working visit, news of Pacquiao’s victory was greeted by the [Philippine] delegation with great jubilation,” Press Secretary Cerge Remonde told radio dzMM.

On Saturday Mrs. Arroyo and her delegation left for Cairo for a working visit to Egypt and scheduled state visit in Syria.

Remonde said Pacman’s victory was relayed to the Philippine delegation by Quezon Rep. Danilo Suarez.

Remonde, who is a concurrent acting executive secretary, added that Mrs. Arroyo “is joining the entire nation in thanking God and in jubilation over this spectacular victory of Manny Pacquiao.”

“May his victory inspire all Filipinos to triumph against all odds and may his example continue [to] be emulated by our people especially the young,” Remonde said.

Remonde said Pacquiao will be received by the President in Malacañang and given a hero’s welcome when he comes home.

Vice President Noli de Castro also congratulated the Filipino boxing icon.

“Manny exceeded our expectations with his exceptional boxing skills, speed and strength. His victory is the victory of every Filipino. I personally commend Manny Pacquiao for continuing to showcase Filipino's excellence to the world,” he said in a text message.

He added: “He is truly an inspiration to Filipinos who strive in the face of their daily challenges.”

Source:http://www.abs-cbnnews.com

Congratulation Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao!

From ABS-CBN Team Kapamilya

Update May 2, 2009 11:00 PM ET:
Pacquiao Won via Round 2 TKO! Congratulations Manny Pacquiao! Once again, you made us proud! A Replay Video of Pacquiao Vs Hatton is available below! Manny Pacquiao beats Ricky Hatton via technical knockout in the second round in MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, snatching the light welterweight crown and carving his name as one of the legends in boxing history. Pacquiao cemented his claim to being the best pound-for-pound boxer Saturday night with a spectacular performance that ended with Hatton sprawled out on the canvas after a devastating left hand to the head late in the second round. Pacquiao is now the new IBO Light-Welterweight Champion of the world!

Here’s another photo:

Manny Pacquiao Won Via Round 2 TKO! Congratulations Pacquiao!
Watch Manny Pacquiao VS Ricky Hatton's Fight Photos Click Here!

Congratulations Manny Pacquiao! From GMA 7 Kapuso Celebrities

Congratulation Manny Pacquiao!

Update May 2, 2009 11:00 PM ET:
Pacquiao Won via Round 2 TKO! Congratulations Manny Pacquiao! Once again, you made us proud! A Replay Video of Pacquiao Vs Hatton is available below! Manny Pacquiao beats Ricky Hatton via technical knockout in the second round in MGM Grand Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, snatching the light welterweight crown and carving his name as one of the legends in boxing history. Pacquiao cemented his claim to being the best pound-for-pound boxer Saturday night with a spectacular performance that ended with Hatton sprawled out on the canvas after a devastating left hand to the head late in the second round. Pacquiao is now the new IBO Light-Welterweight Champion of the world!

Here’s another photo:

Manny Pacquiao Won Via Round 2 TKO! Congratulations Pacquiao!
Watch Manny Pacquiao VS Ricky Hatton's Fight Photos Click Here!

Nicole Hernandez

Age: 22 (2004) High School: Paref Woodrose (Alabang)
School: De La Salle University
Course: Psychology and Business Management (Double Major)

- Nicole endorsed Secret, Pond's, Kotex, Addict Mobile, Astring-o-sol, and Bayo among others
- Nicole has a younger sister
- Nicole is a Dean's Lister at DLSU
- She began modeling at the age of 13
- When she was in High School, she would have to show all the clothes that she would be wearing (in an advertisement) to the school administration for approval

Yasmien Kurdi

Full Name: Yasmien Yuson Kurdi
Birthdate: January 25, 1989, Aquarius
School: New Era University
Motto: Don't do unto others what you don't like others to do to you.
Closest StarStruck friend/s: Jennylyn and Sheena. Understanding sila... Actually, all naman, e.
You wish to be paired with whom? Richard Gutierrez and Christopher de Leon.. kahit hindi kami same age.
Why do you want to be a star? To fulfill my childhood dream and to help my mom.

Anne Curtis

Biography
Real Name: Anne Ojales Curtis Smith
Screen Name: Anne Curtis
Birthday: February 17, 1985
Father: James Curtis (lawyer)
Mother: Carmen Curtis


Interesting Facts
- dream role is to play a mermaid
- plans to take up law after highschool
- studied at Angelicum College
- has 8 siblings (Jasmin, Michelle, Thomas, Kate, Jamie, Louise, Emma and Jo)
- fond of Julia Roberts
- Magic Kingdom is Anne's first movie and favorite as well aside from Ika-13 Kapitulo
- Her first exposure was in a promotional activity of Batman and Robin, the one giving away promo items. She was only twelve years old then
- You will find in her CD rack the records of Freestyle, Destiny's Child and The Corrs
- Kenzo and Issey Meyaki are just two of her favorite perfumes
- Track and Field and Tennis are Anne's favorite sports. She used to play marathon back in Australia when she was in elementary
- Appeared for the 2nd time as cover girl for Maxim Philippines' February-March 2007 issue

Michelle Madrigal

Michelle Madrigal
Birthdate: November 4, 1986
Age: 16
Education: OB Montessori Greenhills, 2nd year
Talents: Acting, dancing, modelling a bit of singing
Idols/Favorite Personalities: Freddie Prince Jr., Piolo Pascual, Jericho Rosales, Alyssa Milano, Claudine Barreto, Mariah Carey
Hobbies: Reading books, cooking, going to the mall and playing badminton
Unforgettable Experience: When she first made a commercial

- Appeared in the cover of FHM September 2007
- Appeared in the cover of Maxim December 2006
- Daughter of 80's sexy star Karla Kalua
- Younger sister of Ehra Madrigal
- Dated Victor Neri
- Has had 3 boyfriends (2007)
- She has a boyfriend and has been together for 10 months
- Her dad joined entered her at Star Circle Quest
- Stays with tita because her parents separated last year
- Belongs to a second family
- Her step brother and step sisters are not in good terms
- She is an only child
- Her reason for joining Star Circle Quest was because she wanted to share her talents and she wants to be a star someday. She also wants to help her family

Kristine Hermosa

Full Name: Kristine Hermosa Orille
Birthday: September 9, 1983
Birthplace: Quezon City, Philippines
Father's name: Maximillan Orille
Mother's name: Ma. Alma Orille
Religion: Catholic
Nationality: Filipino
Showbiz Anniversary: March 9, 1997
Special Skills and Hobbies: swimming, horseback-riding, singing, dancing, modelling
Favorite Color: white, baby pink, sky blue
Favorite Food: Spanish and Filipino food
TV Shows: Richard Loves Lucy (mainstay), Munting Paraiso (mainstay), Star Drama Theater Presents "Kristine" (ABS-CBN featured artist), Sa Sandaling Kailangan Mo Ako (mainstay), Cyberkada (regular), Pangako Sa'yo (mainstay), Sana'y Wala Ng Wakas
Commercials: Cinderella's Naf Naf, Bunny Jeans and Mr.Donut

Sarah Geronimo

Sarah Asher Tua Geronimo (born July 25, 1988) the third of four children of Delfin Geronimo and Divina Tua-Geronimo. Sarah grew up in a rented house in Sta. Cruz, Manila. She is also the niece of TV host of “Ating Alamin”, Gerry Geronimo.

To say that Sarah possesses a natural love to perform is an understatement. As a child, she actively participated in school programs and joined many singing contests throughout her childhood. At the age of three, she was casted in the kiddie show “Pen pen de Sarapen.” She also took part in “For Kids Only” and “Hiraya Manawari” and later on became part of the first batch of stars in the hit kiddie afternoon program “Ang TV.” Yet it was Sarah’s talent for singing that would cause her father to focus on developing it by enrolling her at the “Center for Pop Music, Philippines” at six years of age. Her father also encouraged little Sarah to train at home for two hours each day.

Sarah continues to enthrall Filipino audiences locally and abroad. In 2007 alone, Sarah has toured major cities in the US, Australia, Canada, Europe and UAE.

She is currently a mainstay of ASAP ‘07, a once-a-week, noontime musical variety show, and also hosts Little Big Superstar, a reality star search program for aspiring child performers that has recently concluded its third season. She also takes the female lead role in primetime drama Pangarap Na Bituin opposite Jericho Rosales, that is currently aired in ABS-CBN.

Also, she staged a sold-out second major solo concert last July 14, 2007 at the Araneta Coliseum entitled Sarah Geronimo In Motion where she astonished her audience with her ultimate dancing skills and unwavering multi-faceted singing prowess. Sarah also concluded Sarah Geronimo In Motion US tour last August-September 2007 with an astounding reception from Filipino communities in the US.

After staging her highly successful second solo major concert at the Araneta Coliseum, she released her fourth studio album entitled Taking Flight which has since sold over 15,000 copies, achieving Gold status in a short period after its release.

Furthermore, she signed up several endorsement contracts that includes a campaign for Senator Edgardo Angara’s 2007 Senatorial Bid, Hapee Toothgels, Extreme Magic Sing Videoke Microphone and Belo Medical Group.

Last year’s no. 2 was Kristine Hermosa. Sarah climbed 1 notch this year. She received 1,776 votes in the Top 30 poll.

Jewel Mische

Jewel Fatima Avejade Mische (born on June 29, 1990 in Manila, Philippines) is a Filipina actress who became the first Ultimate Sweetheart of StarStruck. Her father is of German-American descent while her mother is a pure Filipina. Right now she is continuing her education as a junior at the University of the Philippines in Diliman. As of September 1, 2007, Jewel Mische is a Regal Films contract star.

After winning Ultimate Sweetheart on GMA’s season 4 of Starstruck, Jewel’s television shows now include SOP Rules, Black Jewel in the Palace, Fantastic Man, Mga Mata ni Anghelita and Kamandag where she is now one of the leading ladies of Richard Gutierrez.

Her first movie is the upcoming Regal horror film Shake, Rattle and Roll 9. She will also star in the movie Dagaw in 2008.

Her endorsements include Dutch Mill Yogurt Drink, Smart Talk, Ricky Reyes Beauty Products and BNY.

Jewel ranks no. 28 in this year’s FHM World’s Sexiest Women list.

Last year’s no. 3 was Sarah Geronimo. Jewel is the highest new entry this year. She received 1,590 votes in the Top 30 poll.