Sen. Cynthia Villar Wants to be First Lady, Says the Philippines will Prosper with Manny Villar's Strategy

Sen. Cynthia Villar is not gearing up for a higher government position, but how about her husband, former Senate President Manny Villar, who is rumored to be running for president again in the 2016 national elections?

“I am not sure, because sometimes things just happen even though you don’t do anything. We’re not closing our doors,” she says in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” airing this Thursday (March 13), citing her unplanned candidacy and victory in the 2013 senatorial elections.

If she becomes the First Lady, the country will prosper, she says.

“I think Manny’s strategy is to focus on economic growth. I think I can also do a lot to help him,” she claims.

Another Senate newbie, Sen. Sonny Angara also shares in a separate interview that he has no plans yet to run for a higher position.

“Being a senator doesn’t mean that it is easier for me to rise through the ranks. I have encountered difficulties, so I will stay here and try to do my best,” he explains.

When asked to rate his performance in the Senate after less than a year in service, he gives himself a score of 8.5 out of 10.

Sen. Angara adds, “For me, 8.5. It’s because I still want to challenge myself. Nobody is perfect, right?”

The two senators also open up on their personal lives and home in the episode.

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Angel Locsin Shares How She Became an Effective 'Legal Wife'

Before she became primetime television’s ‘Legal Wife,’ award-winning actress Angel Locsin prepared for her role as Monica by talking to women with cheating husbands, as well as to men who left their wives for another woman.

“I spoke to women who have the same story as my character, to married men who have had extramarital affairs, and to mistresses,” Angel shares with Anthony Taberna in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” airing this Thursday (March 6).

As an advocate of “Gabriela,” an organization that advocates women and children’s issues, Angel has mingled with and talked to wives who suffered from domestic disputes and violence even before she began working on the said drama series.

“Every time I join counseling, I know that I am not in the right place to judge and give advice. I’m there to support and empower them as women, and also to learn from their stories,” she explains.

For Angel, her counseling experiences have helped her not only in effectively portraying her television roles, but also in expanding her understanding of women’s issues.

While Angel advocates women empowerment, political activist Mae Paner, also known as Juana Change, calls for radical change in Philippine politics.

“I think every Filipino should learn how to volunteer. They should also know what’s happening,” Mae says. “People have to learn to receive criticism,” she adds, insinuating President Noynoy Aquino’s perceived hypersensitivity to negative remarks on his administration.

Mae also fires back at her detractors, who claim she hasn’t done anything worthwhile for her fellow Filipinos aside from appearing and speaking at rallies.

“We have this project called Yakap, wherein I adopted 21 Yolanda survivors and let them stay in my house. I treated them like they were family,” she shares.

She adds, “To those who have criticized me and asked what I’ve done for the victims of Yolanda, my answer is, ‘Excuse me!’”

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Vilma Santos to Retire from Politics in 2016? Luis Manzano Political Plans Bared

After quashing reports that she will run for vice president in the 2016 national elections, Batangas Governor Vilma Santos–Recto hints at her possible retirement from politics in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” this Thursday (Feb 27).

“I want to have time for myself too. I’m not getting any younger,” Gov. Vilma says in her interview with anchor Anthony Taberna.

The multi-awarded actress turned politician believes that she has already accomplishment so much as a public servant because she was able to gain the trust of Batangueños.

“The mere fact that the people of Batangas, known as ‘barakos,’ trust a woman, that they believe in me and follow my orders — that’s priceless,” she proudly says.

However, she said her political supporters should not be dismayed as she is still uncertain about her retirement plans. “I don’t want to give confirmation yet because things may change. Just like when I became governor, and then mayor. I did not plan that, it just happened,” she shares.

Meanwhile, Gov. Vilma also tackles rumors that her eldest son Luis Manzano is planning to get into politics and run for office in Batangas.

“When I was mayor, some were urging Lucky to run. I also asked him if he’s interested. He said ‘Yes, maybe. I grew up seeing you in that kind of job, but I will tell you if I’m prepared already,’” she reveals.

Gov. Vilma, on the other hand, believes that it’s not yet time for Luis to venture into public governance. “I don’t think he’s ready. But if he decides to run for a position, I will send him to school first just like how Sen. Ralph Recto told me to do,” she shares.

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Mayor Junjun and Sen. Nancy Binay Speak up About 'Binay Controversy'

Being a Binay is difficult and more of a disadvantage, according to siblings Mayor Junjun Binay and Senator Nancy Binay, as they are more susceptible to harsh public criticism.

This is pertaining to the controversial Dasmariñas Village incident where Mayor Junjun allegedly threatened the village guards and asked them “Don’t you know me?” when his four-vehicle convoy was prohibited from exiting through one of its gates. Mayor Junjun was wildly bashed online after the CCTV video of the incident became viral.

Mayor Junjun denied the said report and claimed that it was maliciously made up. He also clarified that he did not abuse his authority.

“Obviously, the incident was wrongly reported and sensationalized. They know that people buy those kinds of stories,” Mayor Junjun explains in “Tapatan Ni Tunying,” which airs this Thursday (Feb 20).

Sen. Nancy, whose car was at the end of her brother’s convoy during the incident, also shrugged off the issue.

“I told Mayor Junjun, ‘It’s your fault because you stepped out of the car! They saw you and realized we didn’t look like people who live in the village,’” she quips.

The senator also believes that the story only escalated because some people want to tarnish the image of their father, Vice President Jejomar Binay, who plans to run for president in the 2016 national elections.

“It’s all about 2016. They can’t bring our father down. So, it is my reputation and the reputation of other people around him that are being destroyed,” she says.

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John Prats Hints on Marrying Isabel Oli Soon

Sixty nine-year-old Boots Anson-Roa surprised the public in December when she and her 74-year-old boyfriend Atty. Francisco “King” Rodrigo Jr. announced their engagement. Both widows for several years, the two reminisce about how they found love again in “Tapatan ni Tunying” this Thursday (Feb 13).

“I told her, ‘Boots, I will give you something. Just don’t ask me to kneel down because I might not able to stand anymore.’ So, I pulled out the ring, and then asked her, ‘Will you marry me?’ She fit it in her finger, but she did not answer yes,” King shares.

Boots, on the other hand, explains, “Don’t actions speak louder than words?”

The two share that their blossoming romance started when they were ‘set up’ by friends and family on a date. After the passionate courtship, Boots and King are set to marry this June.

“Others believe it just happened accidentally, some say it’s serendipity, but I always believe that it is God’s will,” Boots says.

While Boots and King’s marriage is all set this year, younger celebrity couple John Prats and Isabel Oli have made hints about tying the knot this year or in 2015.

“Wedding may come anytime soon. I’m so excited and I’m very positive in 2014 or in 2015,” John announces.

John believes that he and Isabel are ready to settle down, after they have accomplished their individual priorities.

“Finally, I found ‘the one.’ I finally met someone who will support me, one who’s willing to sacrifice her career and personal interests to take care of me,” he says.

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Matteo Guidicelli: "Call me Sarah if you want."

Actor-host Matteo Guidicelli hinted that he and Sarah have a special relationship in an interview with Tapatan Ni Tunying which aired Thursday.  Matteo refused to talk about Sarah but from the start of the interview, he mentioned the singer's name.

"[Call me] Sarah, kung gusto mo," Matteo told host Anthony Taberna when asked what nickname he wanted to be addressed.

Sarah Geronimo and Matteo Guidicelli were rumored to be in a romantic relationship since last year and they are said to be going steady but the two neither confirmed nor denied the reports. Matteo, in the said interview also revealed qualities she wanted for a wife which describes Sarah.

Watch Matteo Guidcelli's TNT interview below.

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Sarah Geronimo, Matteo Guidcelli's Ideal Wife? Actor-singer Talks About Marriage Plans

Twenty-four year old actor-host Matteo Guidicelli sees himself settling down at the age of 28.

When asked about the qualities he wants to find in his bride-to-be, Matteo answers, “I’d like to marry somebody that I can trust, that’s conservative.”

Is he referring to her rumored girlfriend, popstar Sarah Geronimo? Matteo, however, neither confirmed nor denied it, but openly professed that the singer-actress is very special to him.

Why settle down at 28? “I am excited to grow old, I am excited to find out what life has to offer, and I am excited to have a family,” Matteo reveals to Anthony Taberna in “Tapatan Ni Tunying ” airing this Thursday (Jan 30).

“The Biggest Loser Pinoy Edition Doubles” host Iza Calzado, meanwhile, is uncertain about when she will get married, but is positive with what the Year of the Wooden Horse will bring her.

“I don’t have plans yet, but they say 2014 is my year and I am claiming it. It is mine,” she declares.

The 32-year old actress is currently in a relationship with Filipino-British commercial model Ben Wintle. Is marriage already in their plans?

“Sometimes, when we’re talking about it, it seems that he can’t see himself staying here for a long time. I told him that if we get married, I have to keep coming back to the Philippines because I don’t think I can leave this industry,” Iza explains.

Iza insists that her love for acting will keep her from moving abroad permanently.

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Robin Padilla Opposes Proposed Lifetime Tax Exemption for Manny Pacquiao

Actor Robin Padilla calls the proposed bill that would give People’s Champ Manny Pacquiao a lifetime tax exemption as unjust in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” this Thursday (January 9).

“If he gets a tax exemption, I’ll complain. Probably you and many people, mostly the poor ones, will protest too,” Robin says.

Robin is referring to Velenzuela Rep. Magtanggol Gunigundo’s proposed tax exemption bill for Pacquiao for making Filipinos proud in the field of boxing, following his controversial P2.2 billion tax evasion case. The actor also said that the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) would not have filed a case against him without basis.

“The BIR would have not sued our ‘Pambansang Kamao,’ our hero, for no reason. With that, Manny has the right to defend himself, but he must never have a tax exemption,” he explains.

Moreover, Robin encourages Filipinos to pay their taxes. Robin says that he fully recognized the importance of settling tax debts after being freed from prison in 1998.

“When I got out from the Bilibid, the Lord blessed me with the right persons to be with, who taught me to prioritize my taxes,” he shares.

Aside from expressing his bold political views, the action star also opens up about his 30-year career in showbiz, as well as his life as a son, a husband, and a father of six.

Don’t miss “Tapatan ni Tunying” (TNT) anchored by Anthony Taberna this Thursday (Jan 9), 4:45 PM on ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For updates, follow @TNTunying on Twitter or like its Facebook pagewww.facebook.com/TNTunying.

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Ai Ai Delas Alas and Eugene Domingo, Successful in Career but Unlucky in Love

Comedy icons Ai-Ai delas Alas and Eugene Domingo are undeniably successful actresses. However, both of them admit that they are unlucky when it comes to their love lives in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” this Thursday (Jan. 2).

Ai-Ai’s relationships have been widely publicized through the years. Her two failed marriages made headlines, including her controversial 29-day marriage with businessman Jed Salang in early 2013.

“At my age, I want someone who will stay at my side until I grow old. It was just painful that it didn’t last,” Ai-Ai says referring to her marriage to Jed.

The 49-year old comedy queen admits that growing old alone is one of her biggest fears, but claims that she already learned from her experience. She says she realized the deeper importance of marriage, and promised that she will never jump into it without thinking thoroughly and listening to her friends’ and loved ones’ advice.

“Marriage is not a solution to save an already failing relationship,” she says.

Meanwhile, not many people know that 42-year-old Eugene has never been in a serious relationship.  For her, it was not a priority when she was busy building her career as a theater, television, and film actress.

“Every year, I list down my goals in life. For instance, I want to make movies for film festival, to do a play… Then I noticed that I never wrote about my love life,” Eugene shares.

Eugene was on a roll in 2013, completing six movies including the prequel of the popular film “Kimmy Dora,” which has been showcased in the recent Metro Manila Film Festival.  This year, will Eugene take a step back to finally focus on her love life?

“I achieved and even surpassed my goals as an actress. Of course, I am also thinking that the end of the day, after all the success in my career, I will still want to have one. I hope it’s not too late,” she says.

Ai-Ai and Eugene also comically talk about their struggles and triumphs as successful comediennes in this episode.

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Judy Ann Santos Insecure, Jealous of Other Women, Husband Says

Certified primetime queen Judy Ann Santos-Agoncillo may already have everything from a stable career to a happy family life, but the actress reveals her insecurities to Anthony Taberna in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” this Thursday (December 26).

The 35-year old actress admits that not finishing school is one of her biggest insecurities in life.

“I am not comfortable when speaking to others in English,” she says.

She also shares that she also struggled in the past when she was being ridiculed for her weight.

“I’m the kind of person that lets other people hurl insults at me until they get tired of it, but I admit that I also get hurt,” Juday says.

Meanwhile, Juday’s husband Ryan Agoncillo divulges that the actress often gets jealous of other women, but she has never admitted it.

“I get jealous only when there’s someone to be jealous of,” Juday says.

A professional actress for 26 years, Juday also discusses her staying power, as well as the highs and lows of working in the entertainment industry. She also shares her personal life as a disciplinarian mother.

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Melai and Jason on TNT; To Leave Showbiz Soon?

Comic couple Jason Francisco and Melissa “Melai” Cantiveros will not leave the entertainment industry after getting married and preparing for parenthood.

“If given a chance, I’ll be back in showbiz. But I want to take care of my baby first for at least three to four months. I want to be a hands-on mother,” Melai shared with Anthony Taberna in “Tapatan ni Tunying” (TNT) airing this Thursday (Dec 19).

Melai and Jason are expecting to welcome their baby in April. Jason, on the other hand, is having second thoughts about having many children contrary to his prior dream of having a big family.

“At first, I dreamt of a one big happy family. But after attending seminars before the wedding, I learned that it is not easy. I really wanted a big family but I have to think of my wife’s health condition,” Jason explained.

With all the challenges that tested their relationship, Jason believes that their bond has become stronger and more emotionally stable, which has made them ready for parenthood.

When asked if Melai will still get married if she did not get pregnant, she gave a resounding yes.

“I did not have second thoughts because he told me that he is already prepared to settle down, and he wants to build a family with me. I also feel the same,” Melai said.

The well-loved Melai and Jason’s love team budded during their stay in the “Pinoy Big Brother” (PBB) house. They recently tied the knot in Melai’s hometown General Santos City.

The couple also reminisces how their romantic relationship started and what they went through these past years in the episode.

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Andi Eigenmann Reveals Real Score with Jake Ejercito

Actress Andi Eigenmann reveals the real status of her relationship with Jake Ejercito this Thursday (Dec 12) in “Tapatan Ni Tunying.”

Andi’s controversial lovelife is in the spotlight once again after she professed her undying love for her childhood friend and former boyfriend Jake on Instagram recently. Andi shared a photo of Jake and herself, taken when she was only seven years old.

“My mother said I was only seven years old the first time I said I was going to marry you (Jake). Without even having any clue what that meant, I knew it. Twelve years later, and with a clearer vision of what that means, I still feel the same,” she said in her Instagram account.

In her interview with Anthony Taberna, Andi boldly reconfirmed her statement saying, “I’m never ashamed to say that I do love him. I do care for him a lot. He’s one of the most important people in my life. Jake has done enough to make me the happiest person alive.”

But despite her admittance to the public, Andi denies that they had rekindled their romantic relationship.

“We’re special friends. I really care for him a lot but we can’t be in a relationship because he is not here in the Philippines,” she explained.

Jake has already transferred from London to Singapore for studies. On the suggestion of having a long-distance relationship, Andi answered in the negative.

Aside from distance, Andi insists that she is unprepared yet for a new relationship as she has chosen to focus on her career and her two year-old daughter Adrianna Gabrielle or “Ellie.”

The 23-year old actress also tackles her life as a single mother and answers other issues being thrown to her.

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PBA Rookies RR Garcia and Terrence Romeo Get Deals Worth P8.5 Million

UAAP’s Most Valuable Players and PBA rookies Terrence Romeo and Ryan Roose “RR” Garcia both deny their rumored rivalry, particularly during the UAAP games where they both played for Far Eastern University, in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” this Thursday (December 5).

“RR and I don’t have a rift. People think that we are competing on the hardcourt, but no. We are just giving our best to help our team to win,” Romeo said.

“If it were true, we would have lost in the very first round of the game. We both work very hard,” Garcia added.

Romeo and Garcia were recently drafted in the PBA under the team GlobalPort Batang Pier, signed three-year contracts, and got maximum rookie deals. They will receive P8.5 million each during the span of the deal.

More than the amount they will receive as official PBA players, the two are happy to finally achieve their dreams of getting into professional basketball and playing with the country’s top players.

“Our new teammates warmly welcomed us. The veteran players are always guiding and mentoring us. We are so happy,” Romeo shared.

Aside from clarifying issues about them, the two basketball heartthrobs will also talk about their respective relationships in the episode.

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Atty. Lorna Kapunan Withdraw as Napoles Lawyer due to Death Threats

Atty. Lorna Kapunan shares with Anthony Taberna that receiving numerous death threats urged her to beg off as Janet Lim Napoles’ legal counsel for her illegal detention case.

“They thought I can convince the client to speak out the truth. The others were afraid of what she might be able to expose. So if they can’t threaten the client, they threaten the lawyer,” Kapunan said in her interview in “Tapatan Ni Tunying” airing this Thursday (Nov 21).

Aside from alleged pork barrel scam mastermind Napoles’ case, Kapunan also handled several controversial cases including those that involved celebrities like Rhian Ramos, James Yap and Hayden Kho.

Tunying also goes face-to-face with another prominent criminal lawyer, Atty. Ferdinand Topacio. Despite his long list of clients that includes showbiz personalities, politicians, and public interest groups, Topacio reveals that his ultimate dream is to become President Noynoy Aquino’s legal counsel.

“At the end of President Aquino’s term, he’ll be facing lots of legal woes. If he’ll trust me, I will certainly defend him though I am one of his critics,” Topacio said.

Topacio also recounts the Dacer-Corbito double murder case which he considers as the most dangerous case he handled in his entire career.

“I received flowers for burial in the house twice. That was the only time I hired bodyguards since my mother had been worrying and crying because of those threats,” said Topacio, who used to be the legal counsel of Col. Cezar Mancao II, the principal witness  against Sen. Panfilo Lacson in the said case.

Aside from their dangerous lives as criminal lawyers, Kapunan and Topacio also talk about their fulfilling personal lives as parents.

Meanwhile, “Tapatan Ni Tunying” director Jet Leyco recently bagged the Best Picture award from the recently held Cinema One Originals Digital Film Festival for his film “Bukas Na Lang Sapagka’t Gabi Na.”

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Thalia Approves Jessy Mendiola's Maria Mercedes Reprise; Wishes the Actress Good Luck

Mexican superstar Thalia surprised advertisers during the recent ABS-CBN trade event when she appeared on screen and wished young actress Jessy Mendiola good luck in reprising her iconic role for the upcoming Pinoy adaptation of hit 90s telenovela “Maria Mercedes.”

“Thank you to Jessy. All the luck in the world. You’re going to make an amazing job. All the production and all the cast, good luck in Maria Mercedes,” said Thalia via a taped Skype interview for the current affairs show “Tapatan ni Tunying.”

Video: Jessy Mendiola Sings Theme Song of Own Soap 'Maria Mercedes'

Jessy is the third actress to play a “Maria” role among Thalia’s Maria-seryes on Philippine television. She is the only one endorsed by Thalia herself.

“I’m really thankful. I feel blessed and lucky to be chosen to play Maria Mercedes. Thalia is so nice and beautiful. I’m so happy she gave me her blessing. I’m absolutely inspired to do my best to portray Maria Mercedes,” said Jessy.

Watch out for Jessy and Thalia’s full encounter with Anthony Taberna very soon in “Tapatan ni Tunying.” “Maria Mercedes” also airs very soon on ABS-CBN. For updates on “Maria Mercedes,” like its official Facebook page at www.facebook.com/mariamercedesofficial and follow @mercedesmariaph on Twitter.

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Karla Estrada Reveals Daniel Padilla is 'NGSB' in Tapatan ni Tunying (August 1)

Actress Karla Estrada uncovers her son Daniel Padilla’s love life and reveals to Anthony Taberna that her son has never had a girlfriend in “Tapatan ni Tunying” this Thursday (August 1).

According to Karla, despite being continuously linked to Kathryn Bernardo, Daniel has never committed himself to anyone because he is conservative. Karla, however, believes that Daniel is mature enough to handle relationships on his own.

“The Padillas are tagged as womanizers and Daniel wants to change that perspective,” she says in the interview.

Aside from this, Karla also talks about her four failed relationships, including that with Daniel’s father, Rommel Padilla.

Meanwhile, Eva Cariño, matriarch of the Padilla showbiz clan, dishes out her worries about BB Gandanghari’s plan to undergo sex change as she fears complications might arise during the procedure.

She also admits that just like BB’s siblings, she is taking her time to accept the gender preference of her son.

“It was hard to accept the news at first. I sometimes get mad to BB but she’s really beautiful, I have to admit that,” Eva says.

Aside from BB’s coming out, Robin’s imprisonment in 1995 was also one of the hardest chapters of her life. How did Eva remain strong amidst conflicts and controversies involving her children?

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Venus Raj and Shamcey Supsup Grilled on TNT; Venus Regrets Relationship with Andrei Felix?

Broadcast journalist Anthony “Tunying” grills beauty queens Venus Raj and Shamcey Supsup as he asks them daring questions about their controversial relationships this Thursday (July 25) in “Tapatan ni Tunying.”

Venus and Shamcey have certainly brought back the Philippine’s glory in the most prestigious global beauty pageant, Miss Universe. However, while both of them have become iconic beauties, their respective love life turned totally different.

Miss Universe 2011 third runner up, Shamcey, is now engaged to her two-year Filipino-Chinese boyfriend, Lloyd Lee. “I’ve waited for the right time. I’m only going to a relationship when I’m ready to settle,” said Shamcey.

The couple was even more delighted after Lloyd’s conservative family easily accepted Shamcey, despite her being non-Chinese.

Venus, meanwhile, took a 180-degree turn when Miss Universe 2010 fourth runner up ended her one-year romance with TV host, Andrei Felix last May. Speculations surfaced that they broke up because Venus’ family was against her relationship with Andrei.

“We came to the point where my siblings and I were fighting. They were asking me to choose between him and them. When I chose him, my siblings and I cut our communication for few months. I missed my family,” Venus confirmed.

In the episode, Shamcey also takes the viewers to her wedding preparations, while Venus opens the doors of her never-before seen condominium unit and her newly built house in Bicol. Venus will also answer rumors about her career, particularly why she is no longer part of “Umagang Kay Ganda” and “ASAP.”

Watch “Tapatan ni Tunying” (TNT) this Thursday (July 25), 4:15 PM on ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Gold. For updates, follow @TNTunying or like www.facebook.com/TNTunying.

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