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This was the scene in South Expressway caught by my husband from our unit during former President Cory Aquino’s funeral convoy on Aug. 05. There were indeed a huge throng of people who participated as she was brought to her final resting place in Manila Memorial Park (Parañaque).

I have seen all the complete footages and tributes given to her on TV and I have to admit that not only once have I caught myself shedding some tears most especially during the requiem mass given to her earlier. She will forever remain as the true mother of democracy!

Thank you Tita Cory

I admit I have become an instant fan of the Wonder Girls after I heard their hit “Nobody” which have been playing the airwaves for quite a while now. Although the only word I can understand in this music is the title of the song, I just so love their choreographed dance. In fact, I’ve been imitating the steps at home and is becoming my favorite exercise moves…lolz

What do Jasmin Trias, Camille Velasco, and Ramiele Malubay have in common besides they’re all Fil-Ams?

Right, they were all products of American Idol, an American reality-TV talent show that produced a lot of hitmakers in the music world. Despite criticisms of frequently imitating international music artists there’s no denying the fact that we have a handful of our “kababayans” who’ve proven their unquestionable singing prowess worldwide. And now, another Fil-Am is beautifully serenading millions of viewers with her beautiful voice. What’s more: she’s only 14 years old and she got the nod of the three celebrity judges of America’s Got Talent during a June 30 episode.

I watched the Youtube video of Thia Megia who belted out a Jennifer Holiday hit “I Am Changing” and can I just say that I was totally in awe with her song rendition. I mean, she got a really good voice for a 14 year old. She looked a bit frizzy during the episode though (I guess it’s because of the hair), but nonetheless, I sure think she’s got a really winning place in the show. Way to go Thia!

I admit I was never a huge Michael Jackson fan. But what the heck, that didn’t stop me from liking Black or White and Man In The Mirror — two of his hitmakers. Hence, when I heard he died due to cardiac arrest I couldn’t help but somewhat feel melancholic for a while. After all, who wouldn’t have known Michael Jackson — the King of Pop?

On July 7 in his memorial service, attended by family, friends, fans, and media it cannot be denied that he’s still as popular as he has been when he was still alive. I was particularly moved when his daughter, Paris, tearfully expressed her love for her dad. Something that the public probably never knew about until only after he died.

He’s probably one of the most embattled superstars of his time for the many controversies he’s involved himself with. But he’s also one of the most loved and admired people in the entertainment universe for the number of hits that topped many music billboards since he debuted in the Jackson Five pop group. But today, following his confirmed death due to cardiac arrest, it’s definitely gonna be the saddest day for his millions of fans all over the world!

King of Pop icon

While he was known for his hitmakers such as Billie Jeans, Black or White, and Thriller among others, he was also widely-criticized for multiple accusations of child abuse to which he eventually battled with an acquittal and sent himself to living in a recluse.

The King of Pop suffered cardiac arrest in his home and was reportedly no longer responsive when brought and admitted to the hospital.

Now, this is the funny part. After the infamous sex video now comes the issue of medical malpractice involving not just Hayden Kho, this time, with the ever-controversial celebrity doctor Vicki Belo.

Alright let’s do a little backtracking. On May of this year, Hayden Kho and Katrina Halili’s sex video circulated the Internet. Not too long after, Hayden-Maricar and the Hayden-Brazilian model videos came out causing shame and controversy to the local tinseltown. A senator, who happened to be also a product of the entertainment industry, demanded for an investigation to find out who leaked the videos in public. Which, by the way, until now remains unclear. Of course, we already know Ms. Halili filed raps against Hayden Kho. Apparently, to give herself some justice.

Fast forward today, Katrina Halili submitted another set of affidavits, but this time it’s for a “medical malpractice” complaints. In her interviews she fervently wanted to have Hayden Kho and Vicki Belo’s medical licenses revoked.

Wow, I wonder what other cases awaits Hayden Kho in patricular. I mean, don’t get me wrong, it’s not as if I am on Hayden’s side. Truth is, I am in nobody’s side in regards to this issue. What confuses me is that: Why is Katrina Halili bringing up the “medical malpractice” issue just now?

Isn’t the real issue the sex video that shamed her to death? Isn’t it also the very same issue why some political figures are lobbying for the “impossible” passing of laws that would sanction people who takes sex videos and uploading it on the Internet?

While I do not want to discredit Katrina Halili’s pure intention for herself, it makes me wonder if she’s simply taking advantage of her situation to get more out of the controversy. I hope not!

It’s official. American Idol runner-up Adam Lambert is gay!

The confession was made via a Rolling Stone interview, wherein he openly expressed his being proud of his sexuality and in fact embracing it.

Adam Lambert’s confession followed after photos of him kissing another guy came out in March and recently another one showing him with new BF by the name of Drake exiting a bar while they held hands.

Alright, it’s not as if he’s the only fast-rising celebrity who has this little “secret” upon embarking to the limelight. There’s also Clay Aiken, another American Idol product, who made the same gay confession only after he’s made a name in the music scene. But to be honest, I kinda felt my illusion of him has dramatically broken into pieces when he decided to come out in the closet and revealed a crush on fellow American Idol favorites and winner Kris Allen.

Oh well, let’s just hope that we’d still see more work from Adam after this revelation, and that he won’t become another flash-in-the-pan sensation.

It was already very depressing for actor David Carradine’s family to learn about his untimely death in a hotel in Thailand. But it is even more depressing to know that the actor’s death photo is being leaked over the Internet these days.

Kill Bill star David Carradine

I have seen the photo myself and decided not to show it in this blog to give him and his family the respect they mostly deserve. Carradine’s family has expressed outrage over the publication of the Kill Bill star death photo in a Thai tabloid — where the actor was shown with his hands tied in front of him, hanging from a support bar in a closet. It was a dreary image which should not have been published anymore.

The said death photo has launched speculations that a foul play was involved in Carradine’s death, contrary to initial reports that he died of heart failure due to orgasm.

After Hayden-Katrina, Hayden-Maricar, and Hayden-Brazilian model videos, everyone seems to be looking forward to watching the Hayden-Ruffa Mae sex video on the Internet. Unfortunately, until now there’s no trace of its existence. Hence, the big question is: “Does a Hayden-Ruffa Mae sex scandal really exist?”

A week ago I was forwarded a picture of Ruffa Mae (shown below) which is said to have been taken from a Hayden-Ruffa Mae video.

When I Googled Ruffa Mae Quinto images I found a full-body shot of this same picture (shown below). And from the looks of it, where two people were on the background (one taking Ruffa Mae’s picture and another girl), I don’t seem to take it as part of a sex video. It looks more like a backstage scene in probably one of the actress’ showbiz engagements.

Until we see one circulating on the Internet, the Hayden-Ruffa Mae sex video will remain to be nothing but rumors. So, for those curious computer savvy, keep looking, who knows you might find one…that is if there really is such a video.

A little while ago I was watching a re-run of The Ellen De Generes Show where 2009 American Idol winner Kris Allen was a guest and sang the season’s winner’s single “No Boundaries.”

Though I was still wishing Adam Lambert to have had won the competition (even after American Idol concluded) there’s no denying the fact that Kris Allen has a style of his own that charmed millions of Americans, catapulting him in the roster of elite Idols. To be honest, I am beginning to like and appreciate his vocal style, not to mention his good looks. The title of his single aptly describes his American Idol journey, from being the simple boy-next-door during his audition to being a potential top-selling singer.

Below is the video of his appearance on Ellen serenading the audience with his single No Boundaries, which is beginning to climb the music charts.