Juday & Ryan’s baby Lucho (Luis Santos Agoncillo) Photo

Here's the photo of Juan Luis Santos Agoncillo, more than a month-old son of celebrity couple Ryan Agoncillo and Judy Ann ‘Juday’ Santos. Baby Lucho was baptized last Sunday, November 14. The couple waited for the baby’s baptism before they released the photo to the press.

‘We are thankful that most of our friends in media honored our request,’ said Noel Ferrer, Ryan’s manager, quoting the couple. ‘Except for one who came out with paparazzi shots of the baptism and the reception.’

Fr. Tito Caluag headed the christening ceremony and reception was held at one of the restaurant at Global City.

[Photo courtesy by Philstar]

Judy Ann Santos & Ryan Agoncillo welcomes baby boy Juan Luis

The happiness of actress Judy Ann Santos and TV host Ryan Agoncillo at this moment is sky high as the couple welcomed their baby boy Juan Luis at the Asian Hospital and Medical Center in Alabang, Muntinlupa City October 7.

A baby is always a blessing! Congratulations!

Kathryn Bernardo & Julia Montes in “Mara Clara” Remake

ABS-CBN's Kathryn Bernardo and Julia Montes are now facing a tough challenge in their young acting career. The two young stars will headline the remake of the 1992 hit drama series "Mara Clara".

14 year-old Kathryn Bernardo will play the role of a good-hardworking daughter “Mara” while 15 year-old Julia Montes as her envious rival “Clara”.

Award winning actress Judy Ann Santos (Mara) and Gladys Reyes (Clara) are the original leads stars of the series (1992-1997). It was also adapted to the big screen via Star Cinema in 1996.

Sarah Geronimo and Judy Ann Santos in a drama movie project

Two Philippine Box office Queens are joining together for a drama movie project. Singer-actress Sarah Geronimo will be teaming up with the award winning actress Judy Ann Santos.

Sarah Geronimo revealed in "SNN: Showbiz News Ngayon" interview, "Another blessing from God na maka-trabaho ko ang nag-iisang Judy Ann Santos and, of course, challenge din po bilang isang aktres."

Geronimo and Judy Ann is still waiting for the final script of the movie. Another superb project for sure.

actress Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo ties the knot in Batangas

If some couple like 2010 Presidentiable-Senator Mar Roxas and newscaster Korina Sanchez want their upcoming marriage to be share to the public. For celebrity couple Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo, they kept their promise that they will keep the marriage ceremony solemn and private.

Secretively preparing for the wedding ceremony, the couple surprised us that finally they tied the knot early Tuesday morning, April 28 around 7 a.m. at San Juan Nepomuceno Church in San Juan, Batangas. Officiated by Fr. Tito Caluag.

According to ABS-CBN reports, "Principal sponsors include -- Mon Isberto, Smart Communications spokesman; Bien Bautista, Ace photographer; Benjie Gonzales, Ryan's uncle from the US; Susie Entrata-Abrera, TV Host; Rory Quintos, TV & Movie Director; and Jane Buencamino, Judy Ann's road manager.

Megastar Sharon Cuneta, Santos' "sister-in-showbiz", was the matron of honor while Agoncillo's brother, Dondi, stood as best man."

The reception was undisclosed, reports that it is in a private resort. It seems the new couple want to cherish their vows with solemnity with their close friends and family.

By the way, Judy said on her recent interview that they plan to go to Mexico for their honeymoon but with the outbreak of swine flu virus in Mexico, they will surely cancel their trip.

[photo courtesy of ABS-CBN-Patrick UY]

Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo plays married couple in "George and Cecil"

They give us two exciting blockbuster hit movie in which the story shows the relationship of a couple and interference of their parents-in-law in their lives.

Now! Continuing the theme of reality in a common Filipino couple, Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo will once more makes us laugh and realize the true situation of a married couple in these days via their new upcoming comedy-drama TV series "George and Cecil".

George and Cecil" tackles the story of a couple in which the man of the house (Ryan) becomes the "househusband" and a mama's boy. Judy Ann will play the role of a policewoman.

Other cast includes Tessie Tomas, Dino Imperial, Jommy Teotico and Manuel Chua. Directing this new sitcom is Jose Javier Reyes.

Claudine Barretto and Judy Ann Santos teaming up in a movie

ABS-CBN seems is doing some necessary steps to end the “silent rivalry” rumor between their two top drama artist, Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto.

In a recent interview, Judy Ann Santos reveals that theirs a big possibility that she will be teaming up with Claudine in a movie that will be produce by ABS-CBN's movie outfit Star Cinema.

Judy said, "Walang isyu, walang problema. I would love to do a movie with her. I think it’s about time. (Their is no issue and problem between the two of us. I would love to do a movie with her. I think it’s about time).

Surely this movie will fire up with lots of drama and publicity.

Oscars' Top 9 Best Foreign Language Film, "Ploning" failed to get the nod (2009)

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences releases their top nine films that has the chance to be included in the nomination list on January 22 and be proclaim Best Foreign Language Film on the Oscars awards night.

The top 9 out of 65 films around the world:

"Waltz With Bashir" (Israel) *Golden-Globe winner
"Revanche" (Austria)
"The Necessities of Life" (Canada)
"The Class" (France)
"The Baader Meinhof Complex" (Germany)
"Departures" (Japan)
"Tear This Heart Out" (Mexico)
"Everlasting Moments" (Sweden)
"3 Monkeys" (Turkey)

This short list will be narrowed down to five nominees by specially selected committees, both in Los Angeles and New York, who will spend this weekend screening three films per day.

Dante "Nico" Garcia's movie "Ploning" starring Judy Ann Santos from the Philippines failed to reached the cut.

The 81st annual Academy Awards will be on February 22, 2009 at Kodak Theatre, Los Angeles, CA.

Judy Ann Santos organize an auction event for Ploning

Judy Ann Santos is very busy in raising funds for the "Ploning" campaign, Philippine entry for Best foreign language category for Oscar Awards. Php 5 million is needed for the campaign.

The award winning actress is now organizing an auction event where clothes and other belongings of fellow celebrities will be feature. The event is entitled "Damit Para Kay Ploning" which will be held at Plaza Ibarra on November 28, 12nn to 6pm.

Participating and supporting this event are Gretchen Barreto, Kris Aquino, Vhong Navarro, Julius and Tintin Babao, Marian Rivera, Vicky Belo, Tim Yap, Regine Velasquez, Direk Louie Ignacio, Wyngard Tracy, Agot Sandejas, Ogie Alcasid, , Beth Tamayo-Wong, Rowell Santiago, Dingdong Dantes, John Lapus, Rufa Mae Quinto, JC Buendia, Randy Ortiz, Luis Alandy, Kyla, Gabby Eigenmann, , Sunshine Cruz, Fanny Serrano, Juan Sarte, and Jolina Magdangal.

Judy Ann Santos signed her contract deal with ABS-CBN until 2011

For now Judy Ann Santos will not go anywhere but to stay to her mother network, ABS-CBN.

After her brief misunderstanding with her network and recent rift with his manager Alfie Lorenzo, Judy Ann's contract which will be expire on July of 2009 will be extended once more.

She inked a two-year contract that will extend until 2011 after thorough negotiations.

Actually another reason that she decided to stay to ABS-CBS are the special projects that her beau Ryan Agoncillo is now receiving.

Another trailer for Judy Ann Santos' “Mag-ingat Ka Sa…Kulam.”

Another trailer for Judy Ann Santos and Dennis Trillo's suspense-horror flick “Mag-ingat Ka Sa…Kulam.”

Also starring are TJ Trinidad, Mart Escudero, Kris Bernal, and Sharlene San Pedro. Written and directed by Jun Lana.

Ready to thrill and hunt you in theaters nationwide on October 1st.

You can also check this short first teaser trailer.

Judy Ann Santos' "Mag-ingat Ka Sa… Kulam" Teaser Trailer

For its 48th anniversary presentation, Regal Films is bringing the multi-awarded Filipina actress Judy Ann Santos on the big screen via the suspense-horror flick “Mag-ingat Ka Sa…Kulam.”

"We made sure that the Regal trademark of excellence is carried through in our films that's why I am proud to have the best actors and actresses, the best creative and production people; and even the best technical and special effects staff in our anniversary movie. We owe nothing but the best for our audiences who have supported our movies throughout our 48 years of providing topnotch entertainment to all the Filipinos worldwide," declares Mother Lily Monteverde, the matriarch of Regal Films.

Judy Ann's first project with Regal was the 1996 flick Sana Naman. This was followed by a string of movies with Regal and Judy Ann becoming a formidable combination.

"Malaki ang utang na loob ko sa Regal na siyang sumugal at nagtiwala sa aking very first bida role sa pelikula," recounts Judy Ann, "although kasama na ako sa mga naunang pelikula nila as the young Dyesebel but it was really Mother Lily who trusted me with my very first starring role, and after that, nagsunud-sunod na ang blessings."
[Press Release]

Also starring are Dennis Trillo, TJ Trinidad, Mart Escudero, Kris Bernal, and Sharlene San Pedro. Written and directed by Jun Lana.

Ready to hit the theaters nationwide on October 1.

Judy Ann Santos Tax evasion dismissal, Denied!

The battle continues for Filipina Award winning actress Judy Ann Santos. Her tax problem continues after her petition to dismiss the tax evasion filed against her by the Bureau of Internal Revenue was denied by the Supreme Court.

Due to lack of merit, Judy Ann Santos petition to reverse the resolution of the Court of Tax Appeals was denied.

In a statement released by Supreme court via their website, "The Resolution is interlocutory and, thus, unappealable. Even if her Petition for Review is to be treated as a petition for certiorari, it is dismissible for lack of merit."

Bureau of Internal Revenue filed a case against Santos for not declaring her income from her movie and product endorsements for the year 2002. According to one report, she has a P1.7 million tax liability.

The Court also held that there was no evidence of a clear and intentional discrimination against Santos, whether by Prosecution Attorney in recommending the filing of Information against her or by the CTA First Division in denying her motion to quash. It added that the only basis for petitioner’s claim of denial of equal protection of the laws was the dismissal of the charges against singer-actress Regine Velasquez (Regina Encarnacion Velasquez in real life), while those against her were not. It explained that Santos did not establish whether she and Velasquez were similarly situated, i.e., that they committed identical acts for which they were charged with and that they presented similar arguments and evidence

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It's official, Judy Ann and Ryan are engaged!

Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo finally announced their engagement in a tell-all interview in Yes! Magazine.

On the front cover of YES! Magazine July 2008 issue, they proudly announced: "It's official, Judy Ann and Ryan are engaged!".

According to Yes! mag, Judy Ann hoped that her friends in media will understand her decision to talk to YES! first. The engagement happened last month on the 30th Birthday of Judy Ann and Ryan gave a diamond ring.

Judy Ann admitted that they have no definite plans yet on the wedding date but only thing that is definite about the wedding is that it's going to be a simple celebration.

Judy Ann Santos' interview in Startalk about Ploning and the "peace offering" issue (video)

As earlier posted, this is the video interview of Ms. Judy Ann Santos in GMA's entertainment talk show "Startalk" explaining and confirming the "peace offering" issue worth five million of promo plug from her mother station, ABS-CBN.

In this interview she also expresses her disappointment and sentiments.


video courtesy of GMA

Judy Ann Santos confirms in Startalk the "peace offering" of ABS-CBN

Judy Ann Santos is very busy promoting her latest movie Ploning in different GMA shows in spite of the fact that she is an ABS-CBN artist. Her new film is engaging in different controversy and issues against her mother network. The intriguing issue is when her film and ABS-CBN's "When Love Begins" movie both has the same play date.

Earlier she done a movie promotions in Eat Bulaga and minutes ago Judy Ann guested in GMA's entertainment talk show "Startalk". At the said talk show she answers issues and the news about the "peace offering" of ABS-CBN to her.

Judy Ann Santos confirms the said "peace offering" from ABS-CBN and she REJECTED it. The kapamilya network offer a multi-million promo plug for the movie Ploning, free of charge.

check out Ploning movie site...

Judy Ann Santos on “Don’t Lie To Me” segment in Showbiz Central

Filipina award winning actress Judy Ann Santos is the latest celebrity guest that undergo a lie detector test at GMA's entertainment talk show Showbiz Central in their “Don’t Lie To Me” segment.


video courtesy of GMANews

Metro Manila Film Festival 2007 Top-Grosser (as of Dec. 30) “Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo” is now on top

Like what happen last MMFF, Star Cinema's “Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo” is now at the top spot. Enteng Kabisote's fourth installment drops to no.2 spot. And a disappointing ticket sales for the movie "RESIKLO".

1. Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo - P68.3 million
2. Enteng Kabisote 4 - P66.6 million.
3. Shake, Rattle, and Roll 9 - P41.6 million.
4. Resiklo - P15.6 million
5. Bahay Kubo - P12.6 million
6. Katas ng Saudi - P2.8 million

“Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo!” movie Trailer

After the success of last year top-grossing and award winning film "Kasal, Kasali, Kasalo." in Metro Manila Film Festival(MMFF). Star Cinema's entry to the upcoming 33rd Metro Manila Film Festival is the sequel of the said movie.

“Sakal, Sakali, Saklolo!” is the new title of upcoming romantic comedy film. The continuation saga of a couple in a growing family.

It is family oriented film that contains the true reality about domestic partnership and humor in every situation. As an added flavor the couple will experience the joys and pains of raising a child and the sacrifices that go along with it.

The movie includes the original cast lead by real-life couple Judy Ann Santos and Ryan Agoncillo.

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