American Idol with 'Now And Then' Week, Jessica Sanchez with "Fallen" and "Try A Little Tenderness"

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Jessica Sanchez gives 'otherworldly' performance during Wednesday's "American Idol"  with a recap of Jessica's last week's near elimination.

American Idol' top seven sing hits from 'Now And Then'. The contestants sang two songs each, the first a #1 hit from 2000 to today, the second an old-school soul classic.

After nearly being booted last week, Sanchez fought back on the "Idol" stage, first with Alicia Keys' "Fallin' " and later with a spunky version of Otis Redding's "Try a Little Tenderness."

Jessica Sanchez impressed the American Idol judges with both her performances with a mature rendition. Standing ovation,  Judges Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez, and Randy Jackson showed their appreciation for Jessica's vocal prowess.

Steven Tyler said it sounded like she was angry with the song, noted, “That was the passion that you released.”

Jennifer Lopez said, “When you opened your mouth, the way you play with songs, it’s crazy, it’s insane. I’m glad we saved you. I’m glad you’re here.

Randy Jackson said, “It was so right for us to do. Your talent is so otherworldly I don’t even think you know it. I love it. Brilliant. Brilliant."

Here is the Jessica Sanchez Try a Little Tenderness.

Steven Tyler said, " You’ve done it again. I like the fact that you’re stepping out." 

Jennifer Lopez said, "We got a little bit of your alter ego, the one you talk about. I think after last week we’ve got to start pushing with your performances. America’s got to connect with you. That’s where I think we need to push you."

Randy Jackson said, "I agree. Absolutely correct. Connect the emotion with the lyrics. That’s what they’re going to respond to. You can sing like nobody’s business. Nice work."

Songs from the other six of the top seven: 

Joshua Ledet,  first Fantasia’s “I Believe” and later for Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come.”

Phillip Phillips took on Usher’s “U Got It Bad” early before tackling Wilson Pickett’s “In the Midnight Hour” 

Hollie Cavanagh first by belting out Adele’s “Rolling in the Deep,” and later with “Son of a Preacher Man.” 

Skylar Laine  first with Lady Gaga’s country-fried version of “Born This Way” and later with a down-home version of Marvin Gaye’s “I Heard It Through the Grapevine.” 

Colton Dixon also got his Gaga on version of “Bad Romance,” ,  later put an emo spin on Earth, Wind & Fire’s “September.”

Elise Testone, her version of Alicia Keys’ “No One” and Marvin Gaye’s “Let’s Get It On.” 

Girbaud offers 50% discount exclusive to Le Jean members

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While sales have become synonymous to long weekends, Marithe + Francois Girbaud shows that you don’t have to wait for the next long weekend just to get a great deal! 

Girbaud offers a 50% discount on its best-selling accessories and all basic jeans and knits for men and women, exclusive to the members of its loyalty program, Club Le Jean.

Make your Thursdays to Sundays count by visiting any Girbaud branch from April 19 to 22, and April 26 to 29, and simply present your Le Jean card and rewards booklet to avail of the discount.

Become a Club Le Jean member today and enjoy rewards on every purchase, moneyless shopping using your gift points and stamps, and the chance to swap your old pair of denims for a brand-new pair of M+FG jeans!

For more details, visit any Marithe + Francois Girbaud branch today. Girbaud is available in SM Supermalls, Robinsons Malls, Ali Mall, Duty Free Philippines Fiesta Mall, Festival Supermall, Gateway Mall, Greenhills Shopping Center, NE Pacific Mall, Pavilion Mall, Sta. Lucia East Grand Mall, NAIA Terminal 3, and now in Robinsons Tacloban, KCC Mall General Santos, and Robinsons Calasiao.

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Zac Efron Coming to Manila as Penshoppe Endorser

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Hollywood heartthrob Zac Efron has recently joined Penshoppe's growing list of international celebrity endorsers, being the newest addition to the list of Penshoppe endorsers.
 
Hollywood star Zac Efron, who recently signed an endorsement deal with local fashion brand Penshoppe and will visit the Philippines soon. Philippine Star entertainment editor Ricky Lo said in his column on Sunday. 

On Penshoppe, the actor described the clothes as “cool” and “casual.”

“You see, I’m a very casual dresser. In fact, I’m wearing Penshoppe now…the shirt, the jacket. I’ve read about the brand’s history — you know ‘Buy Filipinos, For Filipinos," he said.

Efron’s contract with Penshoppe is “the biggest endorsement deal in the Philippines,” according to Ricky Lo. 

Zac Efron for Men's Health May 2012

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Zac Efron shows off his newly buff body on the May cover of Men's Health. The 24-year-old heartthrob dishes on his full-body transformation and showed off his bulging biceps on the publication's dual covers while talking about his role as a marine in his upcoming Nicholas Sparks book based film.

Here' s Zac had to share:

On his work ethic: “I could pick up almost anything. If you put it in front of me, I could always find a way to tackle it. I was never a natural at anything, but I could always outwork everybody.”

On choosing roles: “Look, I was just a musical-theater guy. I would have been happy to do that for the rest of my life. But there’s something about me that’s always searching for the more challenging route, and the actors that I really admire are always picking things out of their comfort zones, trying to stretch to see where they can go. It just seems like the road less traveled.”

On transforming his body to Marine-like status for The Lucky One: “By the end of the movie I didn’t recognize myself. You hear about guys like  Christian Bale who dive into it and are really able to transform. I’ve always wondered if I had the willpower to actually do it. And I’ll always have pride around the sense that I can.”

On meeting real Marines: "They were my age. 23, 24, even younger. And most of the staff sergeants were not huge guys. They were about my height, 5'9", 5'10", some shorter, but all very stocky. And I'm there in a backward hat and Vans, walking around like I'm still in college."


Men’s Health Magazine latest issue  features “World’s Greatest ABS,  “Burn Fat Faster, “Beginners Guide to Running,” “How to get instant muscles" and many more information on how you can achieve hunk body. Men’s Health Magazine 2012 is now available in all leading bookstores, magazine stands and supermarkets nationwide.

Photo Credit: Men's Health

Katy Perry Dyes Her Hair Another Crazy Color, Again!

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Blacks are more than just boring black, some have highlights of blue or purple. But dying your hair to blue, purple and reds are bold and vibrant and will really make you stand out in a crowd. 

Katy Perry when it comes to her hair color, she always makes her way through the rainbow! She has gone from black to pink to blonde to blue, again! 

"Somehow in the middle of all this,I found time to change my hair color... finally..." she twittered.

Here are some of the best excitingly gorgeous Katy Perry's coloured hairstyle.

Katy looks so pretty with gorgeous medium curls-blonde color hair.

Katy Perry has received much attention for her blue hair!

 So pretty mesmerizing in blue hairstyle.

Exciting with pink/lavender hair color!

She looks elegant with a mix of blue and pink.

Katy Perry looks gorgeously with  blonde pink hair 

Katy Perry looks pretty with her  shorter and  dyed the hair into golden color.

Katy Perry looks stunning with long and dark hair.

ABS-CBN Summer 2012 Station ID “Pinoy Summer, Da Best Forever”

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Kapamilya Summer Station ID (SID) has been released yesterday afternoon in ASAP 2012.

Titled “Pinoy Summer, Da Best Forever,” the ABS-CBN Summer SID 2012 was performed by Sarah Geronimo. The theme song was written by Christine Daria-Estabillo with music created by Marcus and Amber Davis. Anderson

Watch this official ABS-CBN Summer Station ID 2012 entitled Pinoy Summer Da Best Forever! 

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Sarah Geronimo and Gerald Anderson literally play good music together as the two sing this year's theme song for the much-awaited summer station ID of ABS-CBN with the theme "Pinoy Summer, Da Best Forever".

Sarah and Gerald, together with the biggest and brightest Kapamilya personalities, will show the true colors behind Pinoy summer and share the amazing reasons why it is the ultimate summer destination for tourists and fellow kababayan.

"This year's summer station ID paints a picture of how Filipinos are proud of their heritage and values as reflected in our very own festivals. Bayanihan, camaraderie, unity, respect, and love for one's self are the prime Filipino values highlighted. Color and joy spread like summer heat, awakening the festivities and making celebrations more alive," 

It will show a rainbow brightening in the sky as a group of festival dancers offers a free ride to Angelica Panganiban, Zanjoe Marudo, John Prats, and Melai Cantiveros, Pooh, and Jason Gainza. 

It's Showtime in Guimaras as Anne Curtis, Vice Ganda, Vhong Navarro, Karylle, Billy Crawford, Kuya Kim, Ryan Bang, Colleen, Jugs, and Teddy feast on golden yellow mangoes during a Mangga Eating Contest. 

Summer festival parades become beautiful blankets of flowers as AiAi delas Alas leads the festival crowd in her floral float.

Angel Locsin epitomizes the magnetizing Filipina smile as she makes even the killjoys join the festivities.

Cliff diving has never looked more tempting as the ultimate heartthrob, Piolo Pascual, jumps off the glazing rocks to retrieve a friend's valuable which was accidentally dropped off in the clear blue sea.

Bea Alonzo and plus-sized majorettes redefine sexy as they lead the band with confidence. 

Meanwhile, ABS-CBN News anchors Noli de Castro, Korina Sanchez, Ted Failon and Regional News anchors help in the traditional procession. 

The theme song was written by Christine Daria-Estabillo with music created by Marcus and Amber Davis. Anderson
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Janine Marie Tugonon Crowned Binibining Pilipinas Universe 2012

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University of Sto. Tomas (UST) alumna Janine  Marie Tugonon was crowned Bb. Pilipinas Universe. She is 22-year old  from Balanga, Bataan.


Last year, Janine only placed 1st runner-up to her predecessor Shamcey Supsup in the 2011 Bb. Pilipinas pageant. Having the crown now proved that joining the pageant for the second time's a charm.

The Binibining Pilipinas 2012 Grand Coronation Night was held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City on Sunday, April 15. The Bb. Pilipinas 2012 coronation night was hosted by Georgina Wilson, Iza Calzado, Xian Lim and Bb. Pilipinas 2010 Venus Raj.

Here are the Bb. Pilipinas 2012 results and winners: 

BINIBINING PILIPINAS UNIVERSE 2012  - Candidate #18  Janine Marie Tugonon

BINIBINING PILIPINAS TOURISM 2012 - Candidate #13  Katrina Jayne Dimarana
 
BINIBINING PILIPINAS INTERNATIONAL 2012 - Candidate #8 Nicole Schmitz
 
BINIBINING PILIPINAS 1ST RUNNER-UP 2012 - Candidate#15 Elaine Kay Moll

BINIBINING PILIPINAS 2ND RUNNER-UP 2012 - Candidate #29 Annalie Forbes

BINIBINING PILIPINAS 2012 TOP 12 SEMI-FINALISTS
Candidate #1 Karen Gallman
Candidate #7 Patricia Ejercitado 
Candidate #8  Nicole Schmitz  
Candidate #9 Mary Jean Lastimosa
Candidate #13 Katrina Jayne Dimaranan
Candidate #14 Gina Joy Howell
Candidate #15 Elaine Kay Moll
Candidate #16 Liezl Alcantara
Candidate #18 Janine Tugonon
Candidate #26 Angelee Delos Reyes
Candidate #29 Annalie FOrbes
Candidate #30 Sherlyn Gonzales

BEST IN NATIONAL COSTUME -  Candidate #8  Nicole Schmitz

BEST IN SWIMSUIT  -  Candidate #8 Nicole Schmitz

BEST IN EVENING GOWN -  Candidate #26 Angelee Delos Reyes 

BINIBINING FRIENDSHIP -  Candidate #25 Chloe Zanardi

BINIBINING TALENT -  Candidate #13 Katrina Jayne Dimaranan

BINIBINING PHOTOGENIC -  Candidate #1 Karen Gallma 

BINIBINING PHILIPPINE AIRLINES  -  Candidate #9 Mary Jean Lastimosa

BINIBINING AVON -  Candidate #9 Mary Jean Lastimosa

MANILA BULLETIN READERS' CHOICE  AWARD -  Candidate #20 Roxane Tadique

TEXTERS' CHOICE AWARD -  Candidate #21 Giselle Angelica Munoz

Keeping Up with the Kardashians's fashion and style

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Kimberly Noel "Kim" Kardashian, an American socialite, celebutante, television personality, model, actress and businesswoman. She is known for starring in Keeping Up with the Kardashians, the E! reality series that she shares with her family, and its spin-offs including Kourtney and Kim Take New York. She is one of the most gorgeous beautiful celebrities around. 

Here are some Kim Kardashian's quotes: 

"I think my sense of style is evolving. I'm figuring out ways to be sexy without having to flaunt it."

"I really want to be toned. Every girl has her insecurities, whether she is skinny or not. You want to look good when you're on vacation in a swimsuit."

"I love curves. Being super skinny just isn't attractive to me."

"So far, designing is the most exciting thing I’ve done... I have a vision of what I want [the clothes] to look like in my mind and it’s fun to see it come alive on paper."

"You make mistakes, but I don't have any regrets. I'm the kind of person who takes responsibility for it and deals with it. I learn from everything I do. I work very hard, I have so many things going on in my life. Get to know me and see who I am."

Here are the best Kim Kardashian's dresses: 

Beige Long Kim Kardashian Dress

Black Lace Kim Kardashian Dress

Black Rockish Kim Kardashian Dress

Black Siren Kim Kardashian Dress

Black & White Kim Kardashian Dress

Classy Beige Kim Kardashian Dress

Coral Red Kim Kardashian Dress

Goddess Kim Kardashian Dress

Metallic Look Kim Kardashian Dress

Mini White Kim Kardashian Dress

Nina Ricci Kim Kardashian Dress

Plunging Neckline Kim Kardashian Dress

Red Lacma Kim Kardashian Dress

White and Gold Kim Kardashian Dress

White Gucci Kim Kardashian Dress

Katy Perry's Diet and Exercises Tips

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Celebrities and models' career tends to be relatively short but very stressful - always in the spotlight, always having to look good, and always ready to jump on the next flight to a photoshoot on the other side of the world.

Celebrities like Katy Perry, she needs to keep her body shape for the sake of her professionalism being a public figure, and her career. Katy Perry is careful to maintain her figure by sticking to a diet and exercise plan while on the road.

The singer has developed a diet and fitness plan with her trainer Harley Pasternak to keep in optimal shape.

When Perry is on the road, the singer ensures that she eats foods that promote energy.

Here's Katy's diet plan.

Breakfast – Crushed oats with apple and a whey protein shake , " I eat egg whites with ham, tomatoes, onion and cheese." – essential carbs and proteins.

Lunch – Chicken with vegetables or a salad with black beans – healthy lean meat and more healthy carbs.

Dinner – Brown rice with chicken teriyaki – slow release carbs and lean protein.

Katy saying in a Women's Health, "On holidays I eat whatever I feel like, But on tour the catering is a lot of grilled chicken—nothing fried. Everything is organic, and I have soy milk. No chips in sight—if they’re in front of you, you eat them."

Katy said "I drink a lot of water, Staying hydrated is important. I don’t understand how some people live off of diet soda. I have a couple of friends who I have never seen with a bottle of water in their hands. I don’t know how they get recharged."

"I still keep my routine on the road," she detailed. Running on a treadmill for an hour is not at all appealing to Perry. The beauty prefers to work in her cardio in more exuberant ways. "I like to jump rope. I can do the cross-over and double jumps," Perry said.