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Sam on settling down with Rhian
by Pat-P Daza - March 24, 2025 - 12:00am
I met Sam Verzosa for the first time at a recent luncheon he and business partner RS Francisco hosted for a few select press friends. Prior to this, I knew of Sam because he is known in showbiz circles as the boyfriend...
‘A Night of 100 Stars’ lives up to its name
by Pat-P Daza - March 17, 2025 - 12:00am
Held on March 9, the event billed as “A Night of 100 Stars” certainly lived up to its name.
How NIKI’s Manila show became a ‘cathartic experience’ for my daughter
by Pat-P Daza - March 10, 2025 - 12:00am
My daughter Gabbie is an avid concertgoer, especially when the performer is an artist she loves.
Miguel Tanfelix on longevity, love and supporting his mom’s online fame
by Pat-P Daza - March 3, 2025 - 12:00am
Miguel Tanfelix first caught the public’s attention when he was a cute-as-a-button five-year-old who joined “StarStruck Kids” in 2004 and was later crowned its First Prince.
Friends share unforgettable experiences and memories with culinary icon Gaita Forés
by Pat-P Daza - February 24, 2025 - 12:00am
Last Feb. 11, many Filipinos were shocked to learn of the sudden passing of Margarita “Gaita” Forés when her only son Amado posted the sad news on his social media account.
Why my son is raving about Uzbekistan’s capital
by Pat-P Daza - February 17, 2025 - 12:00am
If you have been following this space, you may know by now that I am a proud mother of two who sometimes asks my kids to share their travel experiences here.
Beaver Lopez continues legacy of late dad Manolo Lopez
by Pat-P Daza - February 10, 2025 - 12:00am
Over lunch a few weeks ago, my dear friend Beaver Lopez caught me off guard when he revealed that he is the second nominee for the party list Partido sa Bagong Pilipino or PBP.
Reconnecting and reminiscing with old friends
by Pat-P Daza - February 3, 2025 - 12:00am
After residing in the USA for more than 20 years, my dear friend Joey Mesina flew home to Manila right after the new year began for a brief visit. Joey — whom I fondly call “Islaw” — lives...
Feng shui master Patrick Fernandez on how to ‘seize the year’ 2025
by Pat-P Daza - January 27, 2025 - 12:00am
Kung Hei Fat Choi, or Gong Xi Fa Cai, dear readers! The Lunar New Year falls on Wednesday, Jan. 29, marking the start of the Year of the Wood Snake.
Polo Ravales ventures into restaurant business
by Pat-P Daza - January 20, 2025 - 12:00am
Handsome Polo Ravales has been entertaining fans for more than two decades in hit TV series such as “TGIS” (where he and Sunshine Dizon were a loveteam) and “Encantadia,” and movies like “Let...
Here’s to a New Year of happy travels and bonding opportunities
by Pat-P Daza - January 13, 2025 - 12:00am
The recent Christmas and New year season was probably one of the most fun but tiring holiday seasons I’ve experienced.
NET25’s banner year ends with star-studded countdown
by Pat-P Daza - January 6, 2025 - 12:00am
Last Tuesday, Dec. 31, the excitement was palpable in the Philippine Arena in Bocaue, Bulacan, as thousands of eager spectators gathered for NET25’s annual New Year’s Eve Countdown, which was set to begin...
How Mike Tuviera came up with a provocative winner of a film
by Pat-P Daza - December 30, 2024 - 12:00am
Be warned: in this article, I will gush about the Metro Manila Film Festival 2024 entry “The Kingdom,” which was directed and co-produced by my brother-in-law, Mike Tuviera, who is married to my bunso...
The family Christmas tradition in Baguio
by Pat-P Daza - December 23, 2024 - 12:00am
Two weeks ago, our family went on our annual Christmas trip to Baguio from Dec. 12 to 15. My mom and two siblings, Paul and Penny, together with twin nephews Patrick and Peter, went up Thursday morning, while me...
Christmas is the perfect time for healing
by Pat-P Daza - December 16, 2024 - 12:00am
Christmas is really my favorite time of the year because people are in a festive mood, more forgiving, and definitely more generous. The true essence of Christmas is not the giving of gifts or attending parties....
James Reid ready to return to acting
by Pat-P Daza - December 9, 2024 - 12:00am
James Reid emerged as the big winner of “Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Clash 2010” when he was only 17 years old.
The charmed life of Happy Ongpauco-Tiu
by Pat-P Daza - December 2, 2024 - 12:00am
I was recently invited to the birthday lunch of PR guru Susan Joven at Tsokolateria-Pamana restaurant in the new GH (Greenhills) Mall.
When practicality meets playfulness in fashion
by Pat-P Daza - November 25, 2024 - 12:00am
On Nov. 11, event curator (and good friend) Anna Amigo invited me to the press launch of Yoya, a clothing line that opened a new branch at Shangri-La Plaza Mall.
From L.A. to New Orleans: Swiftie daughter relives ‘Eras’ effect
by Pat-P Daza - November 18, 2024 - 12:00am
Back in August 2023, my 32-year-old stepdaughter, Alexa Bonnevie-Milmont, invited my daughter Gabbie to join her for Taylor Swift’s “Eras Tour” concert last Oct. 27 in New Orleans. Alexa —...
What we can all learn from power couple Ricco and Tina Ocampo
by Pat-P Daza - November 11, 2024 - 12:00am
I have known Ricco Ocampo and his wife Tina Maristela Ocampo for over 30 years.
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