Maggie Smith, ‘Downton Abbey’ and ‘Harry Potter’ star, dies at 89
FILE – Actress Maggie Smith holds her Oscar for best supporting actress in the film “California Suite” in Los Angeles, April 9, 1979. Smith, who won an Oscar for “The…
Filipino rock band IV Of Spades soars to No. 13 on US TikTok Billboard
Photo from ivofspades/Instagram If you’ve ever found yourself humming along to the tunes of “Mundo” or tapping your feet to “Hey Barbara,” chances are you’re familiar with the Filipino band…
Arnel Pineda on ‘Rock in Rio’ backlash: ‘Good has won’
Photo from Arnel Pineda/Facebook A video of Filipino frontman of the American rock band Journey, Arnel Pineda, has surfaced showing him struggling vocally during the band’s performance of their global…
Batman becomes first superhero with star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
A man dressed as Batman swings his cape after receiving a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, the first such honor for a superhero character, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024,…
Elon Musk, Hulk Hogan, Kid Rock, more stars back Donald Trump
FILE PHOTO (AP Photo) Vice President Kamala Harris has garnered substantial backing from a host of prominent celebrities, including Grammy-award-winning singers Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, Jennifer Lopez and Meryl Streep.…
Fil-Am pens children’s book inspired by his backyard chickens
Filipino American Mike Talplacido is releasing his children’s book, “Chasing New Yolk.” CONTRIBUTED Filipino American author Mike Talplacido is releasing his children’s book “Chasing New Yolk.” The book tells the…
Jane Fonda says Taylor Swift endorsement of Kamala Harris a game changer
Photo from janefonda/Instagram More and more celebrities have been endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the upcoming presidential election in November, with Hollywood actress and activist Jane Fonda being one…
Linkin Park joins Worlds 2024 as official anthem performer
Photo from Linkin Park/Instagram A collaboration between music and esports? It is becoming increasingly common, as more iconic performers team up with the biggest names in competitive gaming. The latest…
Gigi De Lana announces ‘Rated Gigi 2.0’ US tour
Photo from gigidelanaofficial/Instagram “US of A ! Get ready for Rated Gigi!” “Tawag ng Tanghalan” finalist Gigi De Lana will be back to electrify US audiences with her highly anticipated…
Jennifer Lopez, Billie Eilish, more global stars endorse Kamala Harris
FILE PHOTOS: Kamala Harris (Jacquelyn Martin/AP) and Jennifer Lopez (Evan Agostini/Invision/AP) As the 2024 US Presidential election approaches, celebrity endorsements are once again playing a crucial role in shaping public…