Studio 23 Bids Goodbye; ABS-CBN Sports+Action Channel Arrives

ABS-CBN, “In The Service of the Filipino,” brings a free-to-air television channel to our Kapamilyas who not only watch and support their favorite teams and athletes, but analyze and play the games themselves. ABS-CBN Sports+Action goes hand-in-hand with the network’s cable TV, pay-per-view, and digital platforms to create a unique and engaging sports hub for Pinoy sports fans.

ABS-CBN Sports+Action will continue its coverage of the of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), the Azkals, the highest-ranked Southeast Asian football club, Top Rank fights including champion Nonito Donaire, and ALA Boxing fighters’ bouts in “Pinoy Pride.”

Stand by for special coverages of the greatest global athletes in the sporting worlds’ biggest stages like the courts of the National Basketball Association (NBA), the octagons of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and football fields of 2014 Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World Cup.

ABS-CBN Sports+Action keeps you up-to-date with current events via “News +”, with Anthony “Tunying” Taberna breaking down the day’s biggest issues so viewers’ can understand how it affects their daily lives. Meanwhile, TJ Manotoc gives us “The Score”, in this 15-minute daily sports news program which tackles the biggest stories in sports.

Meanwhile, action thrill seekers get their fix reliving the memorable films of  the “King of Philippine Movies,” Fernando Poe Jr. in “FPJ: Hari ng Aksyon.” ABS-CBN Sports+Action also debuts the explosive new series “The Ultimate Fighter: China” and “Zero Hours,” joining returning series “CSI,” “NCIS,” “Once Upon a Time,” and “WWE.”

Watch out for the drama, action, and excitement of sports on ABS-CBN Sports+Action Channel 23 beginning Saturday (January 18).

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KathNiel, Vice Ganda, Sir Chief, Nikki Gil Birthday on ASAP 18 (August 25)

Be Careful With My Heart heartthrob Richard ‘Sir Chief’ Yap and phenomenal box-office star Vice Ganda are set to cheer up the TV viewers this Sunday (August 25) after the widespread flooding due to Typhoon Maring and habagat.

Aside from launching his newest single, Vice will also be presented with the gold record award for his self-titled album under Star Records.

Prepare for love-filled action as ASAP Kapamilya welcomes the lead stars of the highly anticipated Primetime Bida TV series “Got to Believe” to be led by Teen King and Queen Daniel Padilla and Kathryn Bernardo, and their co-stars Manilyn Reynes, Benjie Paras, Ian Veneracion, and Carmina Villarroel; and the cast members of the award-winning action thriller film “On The Job (OTJ)” Piolo Pascual, Shaina Magdayao, Rayver Cruz, Empress, Dawn Balagot, and Gerald Anderson.

World-class talent will reign on the center stage in the coolest rock performance of Daniel together with his band Parking 5; and the must-see talent showcase of popular hip-hop artist Abra, Shirley Halili-Cruz Ballet Company, and the Hail Mary the Queen Children’s Choir.

Meanwhile, watch out for the hottest face-off of the ultimate multimedia star Toni Gonzaga together with her sister Alex Gonzaga in the segment ‘T Zone;’ followed by the fabulous birthday bash for Kapamilya TV host-actress Nikki Gil.

Get ready for the back-to-back sizzling production numbers of dance floor royalties Shaina and Maja Salvador in the supah hot clash dance ‘MASH;’ and the heart-pounding Supahdance showdown prepared by Enrique, Kim Chiu, Enchong Dee, Iya Villania, Denise Laurel, Karylle, Meg Imperial, and John Prats.

Celebrate the Filipino spirit with the heart-warming musical performance offered by Yeng Constantino, Jovit Baldivino, Angeline Quinto, Juris, and Gary Valenciano in memory of ‘Da King’ Fernando Poe Jr.; the hair-raising tribute of Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Jed Madela, and the ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra for the late Senator Ninoy Aquino; and the inspiring duet of Bamboo and Aiza Seguerra for the victims of the typhoon.

Make a statement for the country, be heard, and join the whole ASAP Kapamilya in the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 18” this Sunday, 12 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, and know the latest happenings in “ASAP 18” by tweeting the hashtag #ASAPStatement.

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FPJ Movies to Air Soon on ABS-CBN, Studio 23, TFC and Various Cable Channels

ABS-CBN and its various free-to-air and cable channels will be airing the movies of the late Fernando Poe Jr. as a gift to the fans of the King of Philippine Cinema on his 74th birthday and to showcase his legacy and contribution to the movie industry and the Filipino masses.

With ABS-CBN’s unmatched reach in the country and worldwide, viewers can choose to watch a variety of FPJ movies whenever they want on its platforms with the relaunch of the FPJ movie timeblock on Channel 2 with the handle “FPJ, Da King,” and the new movie blocks “FPJ, Ang Nag-iisang Alamat” on Studio 23; “FPJ, Ang Hari ng Pinoy Cinema” on Cinema One; “FPJ, Ang Da King Magpakailanman” on Jeepney TV; and “FPJ, Ang Simbolo ng Pilipino” on The Filipino Channel (TFC).

Weeks leading to the launch, “Banana Split Extra Scoop” and Studio 23’s “Gag U” will present FPJ-inspired skits and FPJ impersonators, while Sunday musical variety show “ASAP 18” will feature some of the most memorable theme songs in FJP’s films in a special number.

Also watch out for the FPJ trivia contests on DZMM and MOR 101.9, as and the re-airing on Cinema One of “Alay ni Da King: An FPJ Special,” a TV special examining FPJ as an artist, a cultural icon, a friend and colleague, and an idol of the masses.

ABS-CBN recently acquired the rights to FPJ’s exclusive movie library, a collection of classic movie titles that FPJ starred in, wrote, directed, and produced.

Watch out for FPJ movies soon on ABS-CBN, Studio 23, Cinema One, Jeepney TV, and TFC.

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MMK Shares the Life Story of FPJ and Susan Roces this February 2, Erich Plays Grace Poe

ABS-CBN’s undisputed drama anthology “Maalaala Mo Kaya” will share this Saturday (February 2) the inspiring family life of Philippine showbiz’s power couple Fernando Poe Jr. and Susan Roces, with their daughter Grace. 

In the episode, Tonton Gutierrez will play as FPJ, Sheryl Cruz as Susan, and Kapamilya drama princess Erich Gonzales as Grace. Through the eyes of their child, discover who the King and Queen of Philippine movies really are behind the glitz and glamour of showbiz. 

While growing up, did Grace experience difficulties for not being the real daughter of her famous parents? Was there a point in her life when she rebelled against FPJ and Susan because of the fact that she was just adopted? 

Also part of “MMK” this Saturday are Jason Abalos, Yen Santos, Almira Muhlach, Carme Sanchez, RJ Ledesma, Tanya Gomez, and Mutya Orquia. The episode was researched by Akeem Jordan del Rosario, written by Joan Habana and Arah Jell Badayos, and directed by Mae Czarina Cruz. 

Don’t miss the special presentation of “MMK” this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, and follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter and visit the official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

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