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GMA Network
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Ricardo Cepeda, Marina Benipayo share what his 11-month detention taught them
Ricardo Cepeda and his partner Marina Benipayo shared the lessons they learned after the former was detained for 11 months due to an alleged syndicated estafa case filed against him in 2023. In Friday's "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," Ricardo and Marina said that the experience made their already-strong relationship even stronger and them, more patient. "I think more patient, more patient with other people. I saw so many people who were in jail for simple things eh, but there were also so many who were in there because of some very frivolous charges made by somebody else and it's so easy to get arrested pala," shared Ricardo. The couple also that they have become better people because of the experience, with Marina noting that they were already pretty solid even before. Per Marina, the things she did for him and their family were things she would do for the people she loves. "Mabigat lang 'di ba we've gone through in our separate lives, we've gone through so much already na akala mo ay okay na 'to papahinga na 'ko, 'yun pala may mangyayari pa 'di ba? Which is much heavier, so sabi ko nga you know it's challenge after challenge but it's easier to accept the challenge rather than keep questioning, keep avoiding," she said. Ricardo added, "Wala na 'yung mga 'Sana ganito, dapat ganito.'" Marina visited Ricardo frequently when he was detained for nine months in Tuguegarao City in Cagayan and for two months in Quezon City, telling Tito Boy, "I want to be there with him." The couple also shared their message to each other, with Ricardo apologizing to Marina for what happened. "I would say sorry I mean talagang we discussed it na that there was no one to blame among us. Still I just feel sorry that it happened, that we went through that, that the family went through that and salamat for being there as always and more than ever," he told her. Meanwhile, Marina said that she wishes she could have done more. "Sorry, I wish I could've done more, pero salamat kasi God really, I think, God intended for us to meet talaga after dun sa nangyari sa atin as individuals parang feeling ko ginantimpalaaan tayo with each other tsaka ang bait-bait mo kasi, I dont think I'd be able to find anybody but him," she said. During their guesting, Ricardo also opened up about the circumstances that led to his detention and the profound impact the experience had on him and his family. He said that he worked with a direct selling company as a brand ambassador of its products, attending meetings and presentations and giving testimonials onstage. Per the actor, operations like backdoor meetings and offering investments happened without his knowledge. Ricardo had also previously said he was not connected to the company involved in the estafa complaint, saying he was only an endorser of its products. The actor was released from detention and reunited with Marina last September. —CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Ricardo Cepeda reflects on 11-month detention: ‘Honestly, it's hard'
Ricardo Cepeda opened up about his experience being detained for 11 months due to an alleged syndicated estafa case filed against him in 2023. In Friday's 'Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,' Ricardo, accompanied by his partner Marina Benipayo, detailed the circumstances that led to his detention and the profound impact the experience had on him and his family. 'I was working with this company, sa isang direct selling company, and 'yung role ko in the company is a brand ambassador, a product ambassador. Which is I simply talk about my experiences using products that they distribute,' Ricardo said. The actor said that he attended meetings and presentations, and he would give testimonials on stage. 'Nalaman namin na there were backdoor meetings, which he and the other speakers didn't know about,' Marina said. Per Ricardo, operations like backdoor meetings and offering investments happened without his knowledge. 'Habang we're doing this presentation, merong ibang meeting in a private area,' he said. Ricardo had previously said he was not connected to the company involved in the complaint, saying he was only an endorser of its products. He was detained for 11 months, nine months of which were spent in Tuguegarao City in Cagayan and another two months in Quezon City. 'Honestly, it's hard. It's hard,' he told Tito Boy. Ricardo, however, said that the experience did not break him. He added that he was grateful for the Philippine Military Academy training his dad put him through before as it felt like he was just doing beast barracks training all over again. 'We've always felt that there was, you know, it sounds cliche, pero everything happens for a reason. There's a plan,' he said. He was able to continue communicating with his family, which provided some comfort. 'My biggest worry, Boy, was how this will affect them outside,' he said. Marina said that she always made sure to visit Ricardo, even when he was detained in Tuguegarao. 'If I'm having a hard time, lalo na siya, 'di ba?' she said. 'I want to be there with him.' The actor was released from detention and reunited with Marina last September. —Carby Rose Basina/CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Is Bianca Umali ready for marriage with Ruru Madrid? Lola Vicky answers
Does Bianca Umali's grandmother, Lola Vicky, think the actress is ready for marriage with Ruru Madrid? Bianca guested on Friday's "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda," and she couldn't help but turn emotional when Lola Vicky, whom she fondly calls Mama Vicky, surprised her by appearing on the show. "This is my first time na makita nila na kakausapin kita in person—lagi ang message ko sa 'yo is through the cameras. Mama, I want to tell you na mahal na mahal kita," Bianca said. The Sparkle star said that all of her achievements are dedicated to her grandmother. "Lagi ko pong sinasabi na ang buhay ko ay utang ko sa 'yo dahil wala ako dito kung 'di mo ako inalagaan, kung hindi mo ako pinalaki, kung hindi mo binuhos sa 'kin ang pagmamahal mo. I wouldn't be where I am right now, mama. And I hope I make you proud, and I love you so much," Bianca said. Lola Vicky also did a mini "Fast Talk" with Tito Boy and she was then asked if she thinks Bianca is ready for marriage with Ruru. "Pag-iisipan ko muna," she said. "OK naman si Ruru. OK. Mabait." Asked to explain why she would have to think first, Lola Vicky said, "Kasi hindi ka nakakatiyak din, 'di ba? Kaya kailangang pag-isipan, 'di ba? Nagbabago din naman ang isip ng tao. Kaya kailangang pag-isipang mabuti kasi wala nang atrasan, kumbaga. 'Di ba?" Bianca revealed that there are times when her lola treats Ruru more as her real grandchild compared to her. "Gano'n niya talaga kamahal," she said. "Sometimes I would video call her, Tito Boy, para kumustahin siya. Ang magiging bungad niya sa 'kin, 'Oh, kumusta si Ruru?'" "Kasi mabait na bata," Lola Vicky said. Bianca and Ruru have been together for almost seven years. The couple has talked about marriage, with Ruru calling Bianca the one. Ruru also recently called Bianca "wife material" after she was shown cleaning the "Pinoy Big Brother" house during her guesting on the show. Bianca is set to star in "Sang'gre," which will air on GMA Prime beginning on June 16, while Ruru leads "Lolong: Pangil ng Maynila." —Carby Rose Basina/MGP, GMA Integrated News
Filipino Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Filipino Times
OPM icon Freddie Aguilar dies at 72 due to multiple organ failure
Filipino music legend Freddie Aguilar has passed away at the age of 72 due to multiple organ failure. The news was confirmed by his former partner, Josephine Quiepo, in a message relayed by host Boy Abunda on 'Fast Talk with Boy Abunda.' 'Pumanaw na po ang OPM icon na si Freddie Aguilar sa edad na 72. Kinumpirma po ito sa amin ng kaniyang ex-partner at ina ni Maegan Aguilar na si Josephine,' Abunda said. He added that Aguilar died Monday night at the Philippine Heart Center. Aguilar's wife, Jovie Albao, had previously posted updates from the hospital and expressed gratitude to those who offered prayers and concern for the singer's condition. Freddie Aguilar is survived by his wife Jovie and his four children from a previous marriage: Maegan, Jonan, Isabella, and Jeriko. A towering figure in Original Pilipino Music (OPM), Aguilar is best remembered for his song 'Anak,' which gained international recognition and was translated into several languages. His other notable works include 'Bulag, Pipi At Bingi,' 'Mindanao,' 'Katarungan,' and 'Magdalena.'
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GMA Network
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Gabbi Garcia turns teary-eyed from Tito Boy's praise
"Wait lang Tito Boy. Medyo kinilig ako sa lahat ng sinabi mo," Gabbi Garcia told Tito Boy on Friday's edition of "Fast Talk with Boy Abunda." The King of Talk did not hold back on his praises for Gabbi, reflecting back to the actress her good work ethic. Tito Boy described Gabbi as such a hard-working actress. "You have a drive that no one can ever district you. Itong gutom — Saan nanggagling yon?" Tito Boy first asked Gabbi. After her initial surprise at Tito Boy's praise, Gabbi admitted she doesn't hear these things often. "Iilan lang kayong nagsabi sa kin nito so it really means a lot," she said. "But I think I'm really just passionate with my craft. I really love my job. I really like what I'm doing I'm really enjoying this industry," Gabbi said. According to Gabbi, she is "having the best time of my life" that's why she wants to keep improving. "I wanna make sure that I'm not short changing people who are supporting me and trusting me," she added. It was when Boy told her how easy it is to mentor her that Gabbi turned teary-eyed. "I want people to understand that you are where you are today not by accident. You work so hard," he said. Clearly touched, Gabbi quickly recovered and said, "I love learning from you." Gabbi renewed her contract with GMA Network today. "Thank you for giving me the dream of a lifetime. I'll forever cherish it," she said during the contract signing. — LA, GMA Integrated News
