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Patrick Garcia, Nikka Martinez Tie The Knot

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Actor Patrick Garcia married his non-showbiz fiancee Nikka Martinez last Saturday at the Blue Leaf Filipinas in Paranaque City.

Aside from their family and friends, known showbiz personalities attended the wedding such as Patrick’s sister Cheska Garcia-Kramer, Antoinette Taus, Paula Peralejo and Cogie Domingo. Alex Jazz’s, Patrick’s daughter with Jennylyn Mercado, was part of the entourage.

Chelsea, Patrick’s and Nikka’s daughter, was the little bride.

Patrick said he wanted the people to see that they are sincere in their relationship since they had a baby first before marrying. They wanted to get married for Chelsea–to right what was wrong.

Nikka gave birth to Chelsea in 2013.

Jennylyn Mercado Denies Rumors Linking Her To Raymart Santiago

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The fact that Jennylyn Mercado and Raymart Santiago are rumored as a couple means only one thing: they are effective in their characters. Jennylyn denied rumors linking her to the actor, but said they are trying to establish a good rapport for their series, “Second Chances.”

If they are seen being okay to each other when they have taping, it’s because they are actually good friends, the actress added.

There are also reports that the reason why Raymart was not a guest during Jen’s February 13 concert at the SM Skydome was because he didn’t want to see Dennis Trillo, Jen’s ex and a guest in her show.

Raymart is not originally a guest because he’s not a singer nor a dancer. He’s an action star, Jen said.

She also denied that they were together during Valentine’s Day. Her date was her son, Alex Jazz.

Jen admires Raymart for his dedication as an actor. No matter what intrigue comes his way, he is always ready for his craft. When the camera begins rolling, he becomes Bernard while Jen is Lyra.

Derek Ramsay Defends Ex Girlfriend Angelica Panganiban From Bashers

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Derek Ramsay did not want to comment on Angelica Panganiban’s guesting on “Gandang Gabi Vice,” but he did defend his ex-girlfriend against bashers who have been criticizing her jokes in the said show.

During her guesting, Angelica, who was with her bestfriend John Prats, “admitted” that she was the reason why current boyfriend John Lloyd Cruz broke up with Shaina Magdayao, who happened to be John’s ex-girlfriend. She then asked how Shaina would feel now that she has both Lloydie and John.

Many were surprised with what she said, and have been criticizing her ever since. Derek, however, said he hasn’t seen the video yet. From what he knows about what happened, Angelica never took Lloydie from Shaina intentionally.

They were all friends before, Derek said, so they know what’s true. That’s the reason why he didn’t want to meddle into the issue before.

Angelica is the type of person who speaks her mind. She’s also very emotional, which may lead her to say things that she doesn’t really mean. Maybe she said things in a joking way or maybe she was just misunderstood, Derek said.

The actor knows Shaina too because he’s close to her sister, Vina Morales. She seems to be not the type of person who will easily react to all of these things. Shaina earlier posted a quote on her Instagram account about people wanting to take her down.

For his part, Derek is currently dating a non-showbiz girl, part-time model Joanne Villablanca. He cleared that Joanne is not a flight attendant, but she made a commercial where she has to play one.

He met her through common friends in Cebu years ago. Although she’s not a Cebuana, she lives in Cebu. He has no issue that Joanne has a love child.

Derek said he’s not the kind of guy who would judge somebody based on their past. What’s important to him is what she shows him when he’s looking.

For now, he’s taking it slow because he doesn’t want to rush in and get hurt again. He’s open to get married again even after his first failed marriage, but he doesn’t want to shock her because they have just gotten to know each other over the holidays. The actor admitted Joanne was with him and his friends when they recently vacationed in Tali Beach.

They have no formal relationship yet, so he cannot say exactly how long they have been together. She usually visits Derek when he has tapings, but she also needs to prioritize her time with her kid. Derek is also close to Joanne’s daughter.

At first, Joanne cannot believe that Derek will be close to her daughter because she’s a snob, but Derek was relentless until she finally called him “Tito.”

Joanne’s daughter has a good relationship with the father, so Derek will never get in the way of that. But if he ever finds himself marrying Joanne, he will make sure to treat her daughter as his own.

Just the other day, his mother called him to ask him if it’s okay to adopt a child who the nuns in Tagaytay have been asking their family to take in. Derek said it’s okay with him if the family wants it.

Meanwhile, Derek admitted he was attracted to his “English Only, Please” co-star Jennylyn Mercado. However, he stopped himself from falling in love with her although she has all the qualities he likes in a girl–beautiful, nice, smart and responsible.

Derek, however, doesn’t want to be with anybody in showbiz anymore. They ended up as good friends, anyway. He was surprised when she invited him to be a part of her major concert. A lot of people know Jennylyn as a television actress, but she’s also a great singer.

He never really thought of courting Jennylyn. He gave her a gift for Christmas, though–a Playstation because Jennylyn also likes playing games.

They really have a good relationship, so he never let her feel the pressure that he was attracted to her.

Derek Ramsay Tightlipped On Identity Of Mystery Date

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Derek Ramsay doesn’t want to reveal who his mystery date is during TV5’s New Year countdown. The actor said their relationship has no label yet, and they are merely dating.

This year has been good to Derek so far. His relationship with his son, Austin, is improving. He was able to settle the differences with estranged wife Mary Christine Jolly. He won as Best Actor for “English Only, Please.”

Derek said aside from those three, he also had a new endorsement in the middle of his controversies with Mary, and there’s a new sitcom for him by TV5. Also, Derek has made peace with his former bosses on ABS-CBN through the help of Kris Aquino.

The girl he was with during the New Year’s Eve party was someone he has just known. He doesn’t have the time to go out on dates, so he just took her with him to work.

They are still getting to know each other, but Derek doesn’t want to jinx it. He’s interested on the girl, though.

If ever they become official, Derek will make sure to reveal it at the right time. Now, he has to prioritize a lot of things first.

Meanwhile, Derek will be a part of a sitcom “Mac & Chiz” with John “Sweet” Lapus, Jojo Alejar and Jun Sabayton. This is his first time to try comedy, so it’s really something new for him in terms of acting.

Derek said he wants to test himself as an actor. So even though he doesn’t know anything about comedy, he is willing to try it.

He makes sure to bring to life his character, but he’s unlike John and Empoy who are both very natural with comedy. He is attentive on the set because he doesn’t want to be the weakest link in the sitcom.

Derek finds Empoy very funny. Not funny-looking, he clarified, but he’s a natural comedian. He’s also very witty, Derek added.

Aside from his movie with Kris for Star Cinema, Derek shared that there will also be a sequel to “English Only, Please.” Viva Films also wants to do another movie for him and Jennylyn Mercado, so they might be starring in two films this year.

He’s also going to star in an indie film about the Philippine Marines. Under Skylight Films, he will be working with Shaina Magdayao, so that’s something new for him again. That’s going to be a suspense-thriller, he said.

Derek, however, is not sure if his movie with Jen will be another MMFF entry.

Jennylyn Mercado Denies Romance With Ronald Singson

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Jennylyn Mercado denied that she has a brewing romance with Ilocos Sur Representative Ronald Singson. There were rumors that the two were seen together in Boracay.

Jen said this is far from the truth because she was never in Boracay recently. It’s impossible for her to be there because she has a soap, a movie and a cooking show.

She doesn’t even have time for her family, Jen said, adding that she has never met Ronald in her life. Also, the actress said she doesn’t have time for a relationship right now.

She thinks it’s a waste of time to be with someone when she’s clearly not ready for it. Jen’s last boyfriend was Luis Manzano, who has rekindled his romance with Angel Locsin.

Meanwhile, Jen revealed she is actually close to Nikka Martinez, the fiancee of her ex-boyfriend Patrick Garcia, who’s also the father of her son, Alex Jazz. Last Christmas, she posted a picture with Alex, Patrick, Nikka and their daughter.

Patrick and Nikka usually visit Jazz, Jen said, adding that she finds Nikka very nice.

This New Year, Jen just plans to spend it with her family after GMA’s countdown.

Her year has recently been capped off by a very special award when she won Best Actress in the recently held 40th Metro Manila Film Festival. Jen said it was truly unexpected that she would win, especially because “English Only, Please” is her first comedy movie.

She and co-star Derek Ramsay, who won Best Actor, have not even talked about their victories yet. Jen said that only showed they weren’t expecting it. Derek was unable to attend the festival.

The movie won several other awards. But aside from that, Jen wants “English Only, Please” to be able to prove its mettle at the box office.

What she wants is for the viewers to leave the cinemas with smiles on their faces. She doesn’t want them to regret spending money on their movie.

Mmff Awards Jennylyn Mercado, Derek Ramsay

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The 40th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) awarded Derek Ramsay and Jennylyn Mercado with top acting awards for their movie, “English Only, Please.”

“Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo,” a biopic of national hero Andres Bonifacio, received the most number of awards–a total of nine–including Best Picture. The movie stars Robin Padilla, Vina Morales, Daniel Padilla and Jasmine Curtis-Smith.

“English Only, Please,” a romantic comedy about a guy trying to compose a letter for his Filipina girlfriend, took home seven awards, including Second Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actress for Jennylyn, and Best Actor for Derek.

The Third Best Picture went to “Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles,” which starred Dingdong Dantes. It also received five other awards.

Jennylyn was very emotional when she received her acting award. In fact, she was seen crying backstage after her acceptance speech. Derek was unable to personally receive his award. Joey Marquez, who won as Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Kubot,” was also unable to attend the awards night.

Lotlot de Leon, who also starred in “Kubot,” was named Best Supporting Actress. She was also in tears upon receiving her award.

Vice Ganda was supposed to host the program with Kris Aquino. But since his grandfather passed away on Christmas Day, Edu Manzano instead took over his role as host.

Kris’ own movie, “Feng Shui 2,” did not receive any recognitions. In fact, the top-grossing films, “Feng Shui 2,” “The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin” and “My Big Bossing” did not receive any awards that night.

Kris said it’s okay for her that her son, Bimby, who is part of “The Amazing Praybeyt Benjamin,” was nominated as Best Child Performer. Ryzza Mae Dizon eventually took home the award.

Also, the controversial actress-TV host said she’s also okay with “Feng Shui 2” being nominated for certain awards.

During the ceremony, the founders of the MMFF and the New Wave category were recognized. This included former President Joseph Estrada for the Commemorative Award for Vision and Leadership, as well as MMDA Chairman Francis Tolentino. The late Guillermo de Vega received the Memorial Award through his wife, Maria de Vega.

In 1975, Erap sought the help of Guillermo in creating MMFF.

Here is the complete list of the 40th MMFF winners:

(Mainstream)

Best Picture: “Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”

Second Best Picture: “English Only, Please”

Third Best Picture: “Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles 2”

Best Actress: Jennylyn Mercado (“English Only, Please”)

Best Actor: Derek Ramsay (“English Only, Please”)

Best Director: Dan Villegas (“English Only, Please”)

Best Supporting Actress: Lotlot de Leon (“Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles 2”)

Best Supporting Actor: Joey Marquez (“Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles 2”)

Best Child Performer: Ryzza Mae Dizon (“My Big Bossing”)

Best Screenplay: Antoinette Jadaone (“English Only, Please”)

Best Original Story: Antoinette Jadaone and Dan Villegas (“English Only, Please”)

Best Editor: Marya Ignacio (“English Only, Please”)

Best Cinematographer: Carlo Mendoza (“Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”)

Best Production Design: Erickson Navarro (“Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles 2”)

Best Visual Effects: Mothership (“Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles 2”)

Best Sound Engineer: Wild Sound (“Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”)

Best Musical Score: Von de Guzman (“Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”)

Best Theme Song: Von de Guzman (“Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”)

Best Festival Make-up Artist: (“Kubot: The Aswang Chronicles 2”)

Gat Puno Antonio Villegas Cultural Award: “Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”

FPJ Memorial Award for Excellence: “Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”

Commemorative Award for Vision and Leadership: Joseph Estrada

Commemorative Award for Vision and Leadership: MMFF and MMDA Chairman Francis Tolentino

Guillermo de Vega Memorial Award (posthumous) – accepted by wife Maria de Vega

Celeb Face of the Night: Nadine Lustre

Best Float Award: “Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”

Youth Choice Award: “Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo”

(New Wave Category)

New Wave Best Film: “Magkakabaung”

New Wave Best Supporting Actor: Kristoffer King (“Maratabat Pride and Honor”)

New Wave Best Supporting Actress: Gloria Sevilla (“M Mother’s Maiden Name”)

New Wave Best Actress: Zsa Zsa Padilla (“M Mother’s Maiden Name”)

New Wave Best Actor: Allen Dizon (“Magkakabaung”)

New Wave Best Film Director: Jason Paul Laxamana (“Magkakabaung”)

New Wave Special Jury Prize: “M Mother’s Maiden Name”

New Wave Best Picture: Jason Paul Laxamana (“Magkakabaung”)

New Wave Student Short Film Special Jury Prize: “Kalaw”