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GMA Network
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
GMA Network a major winner at 8th EDDYs Awards
GMA Network scored major wins at the 8th Entertainment Editor's Choice (The EDDYs) Awards, taking home 10 trophies during the awards night organized by the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd) last Sunday, July 20, at the Marriott Hotel. The Kapuso contingent was bannered by Kapuso superstars Marian Rivera, Alden Richards, Dennis Trillo, Ruru Madrid, and the Zig Dulay-directed 'Green Bones,' which won five out of its nine nominations. The multi-awarded film, which also bagged top recognitions during the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF), won Best Picture, Best Director (Zig Dulay), Best Cinematography (Neil Daza), Best Actor (Dennis Trillo), and Best Supporting Actor (Ruru Madrid) at the EDDYs. Taking home the other top acting honor was Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera who was adjudged Best Actress for her portrayal of Teacher Emy in the Kip Oebanda-directed political thriller 'Balota.' Asia's Multimedia Star Alden Richards, alongside Trillo and Madrid, was named to the Box Office Hero honors list. GMA Pictures, meanwhile, was recognized as the Producer of the Year. The Entertainment Editors' Choice, is an annual film event in the Philippines that honors excellence in the Philippine film industry. Organized by the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd), it recognizes the achievements of actors, writers, directors, producers, and other individuals involved in filmmaking. The awards are presented across various categories, celebrating both artistic merit and box office success Congrats mga Kapuso!
GMA Network
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Alden Richards wins Box Office Hero at The 8th EDDYS
Article Inside Page Congratulations, Alden Richards! Alden Richards just bagged another award that proves he is a true box office powerhouse. On Instagram, Sparkle proudly congratulated Asia's Multimedia Star and Box Office King for winning an award at the 8th EDDYS. The Kapuso actor was honored as the Box Office Hero at the 8th EDDYS by the Society of Philippine Entertainment Editors (SPEEd), alongside Kathryn Bernardo, for their hit movie Hello, Love, Again. Their 2024 film made history by earning a record-breaking ₱1.6 billion worldwide, officially becoming the highest-grossing Filipino film of all time. Last month, Alden was named Phenomenal Box Office King at the 53rd Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Scholarship Foundation Box-Office Entertainment Awards 2025 for Hello, Love, Again. Adding another milestone to his career, he recently made his directorial debut with Out of Order, which premiered at the 3rd Da Nang Asian Film Festival in Vietnam. Meanwhile, you can catch Alden as the host of Stars on the Floor, airing every Saturday at 7:15 p.m. on GMA. RELATED GALLERY: Alden Richards's career highlights
GMA Network
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Alden Richards and family get some downtime in London
Alden Richards and his family finally got some much-needed downtime during their trip to London! In Aubrey Carampel's report in "24 Oras" Thursday, the Asia's Multimedia Star said that he has not gone on vacation after his grandfather passed last year. "Last December was a very hard season for us because of my grandfather's passing, so we didn't really have that much time to really spend time together and magkaroon ng downtime," he said. Alden was in the United Kingdom this month for the annual London Barrio Fiesta 2025, which he graced with fellow Sparkle stars Julie Anne San Jose and Rayver Cruz. While in the U.K., Alden, his father, and siblings made sure to make the most out of their trip, as they visited various tourist sites. "Happy ako kasi sobrang nag-enjoy, most especially 'yung sumunod sa kin, si Riza, sobrang na-enjoy niya 'yung London, even 'yung youngest namin si Angel," he shared. Alden has now returned to work after arriving in the Philippines, including taping for "Stars on the Floor," which he hosts. Per Alden, they are happy thus far with the positive feedback the Kapuso reality dance competition has received. "We're very happy. Happy kami I mean with the performance of the show, of course mga Pinoy mahilig sumayaw and what more, it's just so very rewarding for us to get such feedback from the viewers." He is also gearing up for the GMA Gala 2025 on August 2, which is expected to be a big event as GMA Network marked its 75th anniversary this year. "I've [become a] part of the GMA family during its 60th year, so I'm very proud and happy. For 15 years, I've been a solid Kapuso ever since day one. Diamond anniversary ng network, talagang dapat we have to be present and we have to prepare for it," he said. —CDC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Alden Richards looks back at his iconic 'dila' meme that took over the internet
Article Inside Page Alden Richards shares the story behind his viral 'dila' moment that turned into a meme favorite. From Box Office King, Alden Richards is now also a Meme King, proving that he is truly an icon beyond the entertainment industry. In an interview during the airing of Beyond75: The GMA Anniversary Special over the weekend, Alden finally revealed the story behind the iconic 'dila' meme that continues to make waves online. "This is the chance for me to enlighten everyone about what's happening with that trend," he said when the meme was brought up. Asia's Multimedia Star revealed that his 'dila' photo was taken three or four years ago. "Matagal na 'yun, hindi siya recent. Then, nagulat na lang ako, all of a sudden, it became a trend sa TikTok and social media," he shared. Alden also admitted that he doesn't know exactly why it went viral, considering how long ago it was taken. The Stars on the Floor host added, "But whatever serves the pop culture, the Philippines and sa ikasasaya ng lahat, siyempre, support tayo dyan." After revealing the story behind it, Alden gamely recreated his viral 'dila,' which made the livestream hosts burst into laughter. Recently, Alden joined the fun by using an animated version of the viral meme as his Instagram profile photo. In a fun video, he took the trend to the next level by recreating his iconic 'dila' pose with varying levels of intensity to give his take on several Filipino dishes. Catch Alden as the host of Stars on the Floor every Saturday, 7:15 p.m. on GMA. Meanwhile, check out Alden Richards' London getaway here:
GMA Network
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- GMA Network
Alden Richards to fly to UK for London Barrio Fiesta 2025
Alden Richards is set to fly to the United Kingdom for the London Barrio Fiesta 2025 happening from July 5 to 6 at the Cranford Community College in Hounslow. According to Nelson Canlas' report in "24 Oras" Thursday, the Asia's Multimedia Star just got back to the Philippines following his recent trip to Vietnam for the Da Nang Asian Film Festival where he made his directorial debut with his film, "Out of Order." Alden will be flying to London on Friday morning for the annual London Barrio Fiesta, which will also feature Sparkle stars Julie Anne San Jose and Rayver Cruz. "Magkita-kita po tayo diyan mga Kapuso, it's gonna be a fun-filled day and we're very excited. It's been a while since my last London trip as well so this time, nag-extend ako nang konti to be with my family. It's also their first time sa London so iikot ko sila dun," said Alden. Julie Anne and Rayver have already jetted off to London ahead of Alden. This will be their first time to visit and perform there together. The Kapuso couple currently hosts "The Clash" 2025, which airs every Sunday at 7:15 p.m. on GMA Network. Meanwhile, Alden is the host of the Kapuso dance competition "Stars on the Floor," which airs Saturdays at 7:15 p.m. on GMA. The show, which premiered on June 28, has been getting positive feedback, to which Alden is grateful. "Sobrang happy po kami sa magandang feedback ng mga Kapuso natin with this show. Kitang-kita lang how our hard work, passion and enjoyment show sa content ng show and tuloy-tuloy lang po, marami kaming hinanda para sa inyo," he said. Marian Rivera, Pokwang, and SB19 choreographer Coach Jay Joseph Roncesvalles are also part of "Stars on the Floor" as the show's judges aka Dance Authority. —CDC, GMA Integrated News
