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Maria Rosa Vilma Tuazon Santos-Recto (born Maria Rosa Vilma Tuazon Santos November 3, 1953 in Bamban, Tarlac), commonly known as Vilma Santos-Recto or Ate Vi is a Filipino actress and box office queen for almost four decades. One of the original Philippine movie queens, she rose up to become the versatile actress that has been given the fitting title of “Star for All Seasons” because of her capacity to adapt to the changing mores and values of the Filipino woman, giving a face to their plight and struggles, albeit in success both critically and box-office wise in some of Philippine cinema’s classics such as Trudis Liit (1963), Lipad, Darna, Lipad (1973), Burlesk Queen (1977), Relasyon (1982), Sister Stella L. (1984), Alyas Baby Tsina (1984), Pahiram ng Isang Umaga (1989), Dahil Mahal Kita: The Dolzura Cortez Story (1993), Anak (2000) and Dekada ’70 (2002). – Wikipedia (She is currently in politics as the governor of Batangas, Philippines (READ MORE) FOR LATEST VIDEOS: CLICK HERE

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Vilma: Nora and I are too old for intrigues – By Dolly Anne Carvajal, Philippine Daily Inquirer, May 14 2012 – It was such a delight to chat with topnotch actress and Batangas governor Vilma Santos in her office. She’s ever so warm and accommodating. Had she seen Nora Aunor since Ate Guy’s homecoming? “Unfortunately not,” Ate Vi said. READ MORE

Keppel-GK Eco Village houses 60 poor families – By Maritime Executive, May 14 2012 – Located in the Municipality of Bauan, in the Province of Batangas, Keppel-GK Eco Village is home to 60 needy families. In this safe and vibrant living environment, the beneficiaries can better focus on improving their standard of living and strengthening their ties to the community. READ MORE

Vilma, sinabunutan ni Kim Chiu – By Reggee Bonoan, Balita, May 13 201 – HINDI malaman ni Kim Chiu ang sasabihin nang banggitin namin sa kanya na nag-enjoy makipagtrabaho sa kanya at puring-puri siya ni Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos sa shooting nila ng The Healing (Star Cinema, sa direksiyon ni Chito Roño), nang makatsikahan namin ang Star for All Seasons sa taping ng Deal or No Deal. READ MORE

Memorable movie moms in Pinoy cinema – By Vladmir Bunoan, ABS-CBN News, May 12 2012 – It has been a tradition of sorts for a Filipino movie about mothers to be released in time for Mother’s Day – thanks to Regal Films and its matriarch “Mother Lily” Monteverde. From “Oh My Mama” to this year’s “The Mommy Returns,” these films range from tearjerkers to comedy. While so-called “mother roles” these days usually refer to supporting characters in movies starring young box-office stars, there have been plum mother roles played by the country’s best actresses that have earned their place in the history of Philippine cinema. Here are 10 Pinoy movie moms – not necessarily the best written or the best acted – that have left a deep impression on moviegoers. READ MORE

A very big ‘Deal’ with mom Vilma – By: Nestor Torre, Philippine Daily Inquirer, May 6, 2012 – We recently wrote about Luis Manzano’s new game show “Deal or No Deal,” and suggested that eventually, he could perhaps invite his parents, Vilma Santos and Edu Manzano, to compete (separately) for the show’s top prize of P2 million. Last April 21, Luis fast-tracked that wishful thought by guesting his mother on “Deal” on his birthday telecast! READ MORE

Recto family rules Batangas race – By Christian Cardiente, Manila Standard today, May 5 2012 – Any Lipa mainstay worth his salt will have to be anointed by the Recto couple, Senator Ralph and Governor Vilma Santos-Recto, for a political career to get somewhere. The Rectos have established a political franchise and they hold the key to city hall and higher places. READ MORE

Vilma Santos tackles gangster-mom role in new movie after The Healing – By Jimi C. Escala, PEP, May 4 2012 – Ikinuwento ni Ate Vi sa PEP na pagkatapos ng The Healing ni Direk Chito Roño, ang offer na indie movie ni Adolf Alix ang posible niyang maging next movie. READ MORE

Nora and Vilma as candidates for Nat’l artists – By Ed Uy, Asian Journal, May 4 2012 – If there’s one thing that defines each era of Philippine show business, it has to be the rivalries between the top actresses of each generation. It began in the ‘50s with Gloria Romero and the late Nida Blanca, followed by the closely contested feud between Susan Roces and Amalia Fuentes in the ‘60s. “Fan-demonium” reigned in the ‘70s and early ‘80s as Nora Aunor and Vilma Santos were pitted against each other; before sweet versus “taray” took over with Sharon Cuneta and Maricel Soriano. READ MORE

Jack destined to be senator? – By Highspeed, Tempo, May 4 2012 – Cagayan Valley Rep. Jack Enrile says he’s a Vilmanian. No offense meant to Noranians, among them his good friend Jobert Sucaldito, but it happened that Vilma Santos was a neighbor in Dasmarinas Village in Makati years back. But Jack recalls Vilma must have been displeased with him when he and his friends interrupted a shoot in the beach house of her aunt, Armida Siguion Reyna. It happened many years ago, when he was a teenager, during his “wild days.” READ MORE

Roderick Paulate Concurs that Dolphy should get the National Artist Recognition First – By Melba R. Llanera, PEP, Apr 30 2012 – Bilang isa sa beteraong artista sa local film and television industry, hiningan ng opinyon ng PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) si Roderick Paulate kaugnay ng pinagtatalunan kung sino kina Dolphy, Nora Aunor, at Governor Vilma Santos ang dapat na mabigyan ng karangalan bilang National Artist. READ MORE

Derek wants to work with Vilma – By NR Ramos, Manila Bulleting, Apr 30 2012 – Derek Ramsay has reacted positively to a report that actress-politician Vilma Santos would like to work with him. According to Ramsay, the matter is most welcome considering Santos’ status in the industry. READ MORE

First things first – By Nestor U. Torre, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Apr 27 2012 – Are the leaders and boosters involved even aware that there’s a process already in place for the selection of national artists every three years or so? The process involves nominations which are then vetted by experts in different artistic fields of endeavor, pared down to a few finalists per field, which are finally voted on by CCP trustees and NCCA commissioners, to arrive at the four or so new national artists proclaimed every three years. READ MORE

Kim doesn’t feel ‘used’ by Xian – By Ethel Ramos, Malaya, Apr 25 2012 – These talks came about because Malou Santos, managing director of Star Cinema, has proposed a movie for Angel to team up with Luis’ mom, Batangas Govenor Vilma Santos. She would gladly do it, Angel said. Not only because it would be an honor, she reasoned, but because she was close to Governor Vi at one time. READ MORE

Obstruction and corruption by design – By Cito Beltran, The Philippine Star, Apr 25 2012 – Finally, the best comment I heard was from a local lady asking “why do they keep spending money on the highway and the drainage that has never flooded when there are so many other places in Lipa that need paved roads?” Since 1994 I have personally been appealing to a Batangueno Senator, Congressman, Governor and two Mayors to pave our access road in Barangay Lumbang. All we want are two strips of concrete, not an entire road — but no luck. READ MORE

The Next Philippine National Artist: Si Nora, si Vilma o si Dolphy? – By Gel Santos Relos, Fil-Am Nation, Apr 25 2012 – Fernando Amorsolo, Levi Celerio, Atang dela Rama, Ramon Ubusan, Rolando Tinio, Wilfrido Ma. Guerrero, Lino Brocka, Fernando Poe, Jr., Nick Joaquin, Juan Nakpil, Carlos “Botong” Francisco– they are a few of the distinguished men and women who were given the highest honors in the different fields of art: Music, Dance, Theater, Visual Arts, Literature, Film and Broadcast Arts, and Architecture and Allied Arts. READ MORE

Zsa Zsa happy over ‘national artist’ campaign for Dolphy – By ABS-CBNnews.com, Apr 24 2012 – Singer-actress Zsa Zsa Padilla is elated people are now rooting for her long-time partner, King of Comedy Dolphy to be named as a National Artist. READ MORE

Dolphy first before Vilma and Nora – By Ricardo F. Lo, The Philippine Star, Apr 24 2012 – Before the Vilmanians and the Noranians clash in another “civil war” now that the idols’ long-dormant rivalry is being revived around the issue of who should be declared a National Artist, I suggest that we should look around first to find out who really deserves it more. READ MORE

Lucky in life, lucky in love – By Ethel Ramos, Malaya Apr 23 2012 – Now that Luis Manzano is doing well in his taxi business, he wants to try putting up a bus company next. This time, though, he wants to get seasoned businessmen for his partner. In his taxi business, he has friends and classmates from La Salle as partners. READ MORE

It’s Noranians vs Vilmanians one more time – By: Philip C. Tubeza, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Apr 22 2012 – Tañada said Santos should also be named national artist for her contributions to the country’s film industry. READ MORE

Nora, Vilma Rivalry Dividing Bishops – By Leslie Ann G. Aquino, Manila Bulletin, Apr 21 2012 – Catholic prelates are split on the proposal to make Nora Aunor or Vilma Santos as national artist. Out of the six prelates that were informally sur¬veyed, one bishop – Sorsogon Bishop Arturo Bastes – vot¬ed for “Nora.” READ MORE

Delusions galore – By Pete Ampoloquio Jr. & Peter Ledesma, Business Mirror, Apr 21 2012 – WE felt privileged to have been invited by ABS-CBN’S Deal or No Deal to witness the memorable guesting of Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto at her son Luis Manzano’s birthday celebration on the game show. His brother Ryan Christian Recto and other relatives and business associates were also on hand. READ MORE

Martin del Rosario feels privileged to be working with Vilma Santos in ‘The Healing’ – By Rachelle Siazon, Push, Apr 21 2012 – Martin del Rosario admitted that he was intimidated by Batangas Governor Vilma Santos when they started shooting Star Cinema’s upcoming horror film, The Healing. “Yung first shooting day, aminado ako na kabado ko kasi konting hawak lang ng kamay… siyempre si Ms. Vilma Santos yun. Actually, siya lagi ang kaeksena ko, siya yung mom ko sa story. Very blessed ako na makatanggap ng ganitong role kasi bihira lang gumawa ng pelikula si Ms. Vilma and ako pa yung naging anak niya,” he said in an interview with Push.com.ph. READ MORE

Gov. Vi grants Luis’ B-day wish – By The Philippine Star, Apr 21, 2012 – Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto (far right) will prove herself lucky on ABS-CBN’s Kapamilya Deal or No Deal tonight for the birthday episode of son and host Luis Manzano. READ MORE

Vilma, pabor na si Dolphy ang gawing National Artist! – By Jun Nardo, Abante, Apr 21 2012 – “Salamat sa tiwala! Tito Dolphy deserves it more!!! 2000%!” Tinext din sa amin ni Governor na ngayong gabi, Sabado, ang telecast ng guesting niya sa Kapamilya Deal or No Deal, ang mismong birthday ng anak niyang si Luis Manzano. Kuwela at punumpuno ng drama ang pakulo ng mag-ina kaya huwag itong palampasin, huh! READ MORE

Vilma Santos chose briefcase #14 at Kapamilya Deal or No Deal – By Rod Magaru, Rod Magaru Show, Apr 20 2012 – Star for All Seasons Vilma Santos will prove herself lucky in the top-rating game show “Kapamilya Deal or No Deal” this Saturday (April 21) for the birthday episode of son and host Luis Manzano. READ MORE

Vilma Santos and Dolphy also proposed to be named National Artists – By Joyce Jimenez, PEP, Apr 20 2012 – “There is no need for a congressional action to name Nora Aunor or even Batangas Governor Vilma Santos as National Artists, since it was delegated to the chief executive who can issue a proclamation upon recommendation of various arts and culture bodies. “That would be the job of the Executive, not by Congress which has been preoccupied by the Impeachment trial. “And there are so many pending bills that our people need. “Whether it is Nora Aunor or Ms. Vilma Santos, it is the prerogative of the chief executive to award them with such title.” READ MORE

Vilma up for National Artist alongside Nora – By Fidelis Angela Tan, The POC, Apr 20 2012 – Senator Jinggoy Estrada added, “Dolphy is overdue for this award. We should give him that recognition while he is still with us.” “Lately, he has been frail and sick. I wish the Aquino administration should consider giving him that recognition,” he said. READ MORE

It’s Guy vs Vi again: Who should be national artist? – By Christina Mendez, The Philippine Star, Apr 20 2012 – “Dolphy is overdue for this award. We should give him that recognition while he is still with us. Lately, he has been frail and sick. I wish the Aquino administration should consider giving him that recognition.” READ MORE

Lapid recommends 5 veteran actors to be named National Artists – By: Maila Ager, Inquirer, Apr 19 2012 – Lapid said Estrada, comedian Rodolfo “Dolphy” Quizon, versatile actor Eddie Garcia, dramatic actresses Nora Aunor and Vilma Santos-Recto all deserved to be given the title. “Dapat bigyan na rin natin ng pagkilala sina Erap (Estrada’s nickname) Dolphy at Eddie Garcia (It’s imperative to honor Erap, Dolphy and Eddie Garcia),” he said in a statement on Thursday, saying the three have been instrumental in the development of local cinema. READ MORE

Before Nora, before Vilma, Dolphy for National Artist, says Jinggoy – By Karl john C. Reyes, InterAksyon, Apr 19 2012 – “There is no need for a congressional action to name Nora Aunor or even Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos as National Artists since it was delegated to the chief executive who can issue a proclamation upon recommendation of various arts and culture bodies,” Senator Chiz Escudero said on Thursday at the Kapihan sa Senado. He said so many things should be done by Congress after having piled up so much work backlog for the past three months when both Houses were preoccupied with the impeachment trial of Chief Justice Renato Corona. “That would be the job of the Executive, not by Congress which has been pre-occupied by the Impeachment trial, and there are so many pending bills that our people need,” READ MORE

Jen, madalas ipag-bake ng cupcake si Ate Vi – By Rommel Placente, Hataw Tabloid, Apr 19 2012 – SA Singapore nag-Semana Santa si Gov. Vilma Santos kasama ang kanyang buong pamilya maliban sa panganay na anak na si Luis Manzano. Sa isang interview ni Ate Vi ay ikunuwento niya ang masayang bakasyon nila sa ibang bansa. READ MORE

Nora-Vilma rivalry divides House, Palace – By Ryan Ponce Pacpaco, Journal, Apr 19, 2012 – THE House of Representatives yesterday was virtually turned into a battleground among lawmakers on who between Nora Aunor and Vilma Santos should be named as new national artist. READ MORE

Nora-Vilma rivalry, abot hanggang sa isyu ng pagiging national artist – By RP/FRJ, GMA News, Apr 18 2012 – Ilang sektor naman ang pumuna kung bakit unang inirekomenda na gawing national artist si Nora kaysa sa mga senior na artista gaya nina Dolphy at maging si Gloria Romero. READ MORE

Nora Aunor as National Artist? What about Ate Vi? – Tanada; Palace pleads: ‘Don’t get us involved’ – By Ina Zara, with Chichi Conde, News5 InterAksyon, Apr 18 2012 – The National Artist award is given by the President of the Philippines and is screened or recommended by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts and the Cultural Center of the Philippines. READ MORE

Attention aspiring politicians from showbiz! – By Highspeed, Manila Bulletin, Apr 18 2012 – Years back, when Vilma Santos and Loren Legarda were thinking of joining politics, the two distinguished ladies sought the advice, the opinion of friends from the entertainment press, this columnist included. Then President Fidel V. Ramos asked Vilma and Loren to run for mayor of Lipa and senator, respectively. We told Ate Vi and Loren to think it over a hundred times, knowing they had no experience whatsoever in politics or public service. READ MORE

Ate Vi hints Boyet may run for Congress – By Vinia Vivar, Journal, Apr 18 2012 – Ayon kay Batangas Governor Vilma Santos, mukhang congressman ang tatakbuhin ng dati niyang leading man na si Christopher de Leon sa eleksyon next year. READ MORE

Ate Vi For National Artist – By Madel R. Sabater and Rio Rose Ribaya, Manila Bulletin, Apr 18 2012 – House Deputy Speaker Lorenzo “Erin’’ Tañada also initiated calls to declare Vilma Santos as a national artist after Bacolod City Rep. Anthony Golez filed a resolution asking to proclaim Nora Aunor of the same title. READ MORE

Vilma Santos says her son Luis Manzano is happy with Jennylyn Mercado: “He’s very comfortable—ang anak ko ngayon. Bihirang uminit ang ulo niya.” – By Jimi C. Escala, PEP, Apr 15 2012 – Special guest at contestant ang Star for all Seasons, Vilma Santos, isang birthday presentation ni Luis Manzano sa kanyang programang Kapamilya Deal or No Deal. Malaking halaga ang napanalunan ni Ate Vi. Dahil para sa charity ang napanalunan, naglambing si Ate Vi at pinagbigyan ito ng anak na si Luis para madagdagan ang ibibigay ng aktres at politician sa kanyang piniling organisasyon na may kinalaman sa health and education. READ MORE

Luis Manzano on Jennylyn, Twitter, ‘Moron 5’ – By Marinel R. Cruz, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Apr 15 2012 – TV host-actor Luis Manzano would rather not talk about his relationship with Alex Jazz, the 3-year-old son of girlfriend Jennylyn Mercado, out of respect for Patrick Garcia, Alex’s father. “I don’t want to be accused of meddling,” said Manzano at a press conference for his latest movie, “Moron 5 and the Crying Lady.” READ MORE

Ryan Christian Recto has no plans to join showbiz right now: “To dance or to appear with my Kuya [Luis Manzano], it’s okey for me…A full-time TV show? Not yet for now.” – By Jimi C. Escala, PEP, Apr 15 2012 – Wala pa raw sa plano ni Ryan Christian Recto na seryosohin ang showbiz. Wala naman daw problema yung paminsan-minsan niyang paglabas sa mga TV shows lalong-lalo na kung bakasyon sa eskwela. “To dance or to appear with my Kuya [Luis Manzano], it’s okey for me. READ MORE

Vilma, binuking ang kabaliwan/kalokohan ni Luis! Luis, naiyak sa sulat ni Edu! – By Jun Nardo, Abante, Apr 15 2012 – Second time ni Governor Vilma Santos-Recto na maging contestant sa Kapamilya Deal or No Deal nang muli siyang maimbitahan ng game show. But this time, ang anak niyang si Luis Manzano na ang host ng show at hindi na si Kris Aquino. READ MORE

Vilma, magaan loob kay Jennylyn – By Reggee Bonoan, Manila Bulletin, Apr 15 2012 – Kaarawan ng TV host/actor sa Abril 21 at dahil birthday month niya, lahat ng malalapit sa puso niya ang magiging contestant ng Deal or No Deal at isa na nga si Jennylyn at ganoon din ang mommy niyang si Batangas Governor Vilma Santos. READ MORE

Ryan, studies muna bago showbiz – By Jimi C. Escala, Manila Bulletin, Apr 15 2012 – “I’m grateful and thankful to ASAP because they invited me and even celebrated my birthday in the show, even I am not a regular mainstay sa show. READ MORE

Gary V. aliw kay Anne – Manila Bulletin, Apr 15 2012 – Magse-celebrate ng kanilang respective showbiz anniversaries sina Nora Aunor at Governor Vilma Santos-Recto. Guy is celebrating her 45th year at 50th year naman si Gov. Vi. READ MORE

Luis Manzano to guest his mom Vilma Santos and girlfriend Jennylyn Mercado in game show – By Jimi C. Escala, PEP, Apr 14 2012 – Kaugnay ng kanyang 31st birthday ay dalawang special guest at very close sa host na si Luis Manzano ang isasalang sa programang hino-host niya, ang Kapamilya Deal or No Deal. Ang inang gobernadora at Star for all Seasons Vilma Santos-Recto, at ang kasintahan niyang si Jennylyn Mercado ang magkahiwalay na maglalaro sa naturang game show ni Luis Manzano. Sa taping ng nasabing game show, unang isinalang si Jen at pagkatapos ng Kapuso aktres ay si Governor Vi naman ang naglaro para sa napili nilang charity. READ MORE

Vilma says youngest son won’t enter showbiz yet – By Mario Dumaual, ABS-CBN News, Apr 09 2012 – Batangas Governor and award-winning actress Vilma Santos has denied that his youngest son Christian Recto will venture into show business. Recto was on “ASAP 2012” recently for a dance number. Santos said she is allowing her son to guest on TV shows since he is on a summer break. READ MORE

Djanin Cruz, daughter of Tirso Cruz III, explains why she’s a Vilmanian: “Kasi may time na… kasi pareho kaming fan ng Pinoy Big Brother.” – By Rommel Gonzales, PEP, April 08 2012 – Nakausap namin si Djanin Cruz sa taping ng My Beloved ng GMA at tinanong namin sa young female star kung okay lang ba sa kanya kung magbabalik-tambalan ang ama niyang si Tirso Cruz III at ang Superstar na si Miss Nora Aunor? “Ah, if the price is right,” tumatawang sagot sa PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) ni Djanin…Na-meet na ni Djanin ang Superstar. “Opo kasi nung nasa States, nung nagsu-show sila ni Papa sa States sinasama kami, iyon pag kakain, nakakasama namin siya, pero hindi yung tsikahan… mas tsika ko pa si Tita Vi,” sabi ni Djanin na ang tinutukoy ay ang Star For All Seasons at Batangas Governor na si Vilma Santos. READ MORE

Vilma Santos: I have no more to ask from God – By ABS-CBN News, Apr 06 2012 – With a life fulfilled from decades of stardom, a flourishing career in public service, and a strong family, Batangas Governor Vilma Santos has no more to ask from God, saying that at this point in her life, it is time for her to simply give thanks. Speaking to ABS-CBN News, Santos said she has received overflowing blessings from God, and now intends to give thanks by restoring places of worship in her home province. READ MORE

Vilma Santos: Jennylyn and I communicate – By Mario Dumaual, ABS-CBN News, Apr 04 2012 – With the birthday of Manzano drawing near on April 21, Santos re-affirmed her pride in the achievements of her son, who is turning 32. “My son is doing very well, I’m proud of him. Lahat ng magandang tinatamasa niya ngayon, whether with his personal life, with his status in life, with his career, sariling kaya niya ‘yan,” she said. READ MORE

Vilma to Dolphy: Think positive – By Mario Dumaual, ABS-CBN News, Apr 03 2012 – In an interview, Santos said she’s happy that the veteran actor is doing better. “Tito Dolphs, I’m praying for you. It’s good to hear that you are healthy and doing good. Think positive,” she said. READ MORE

Pokwang says Governor Vilma Santos is “energetic” on the set of The Healing – By Allan Sancon, PEP, March 27, 2012 – Namamayagpag ang career ni Pokwang hindi lamang sa larangan ng komedya kundi maging sa drama, matapos ang kanyang pagbibida sa solo movie niya na A Mother’s Story. Sasabak na naman ang komedyante sa isang seryosong horror movie na pinamagatang The Healing. AngStar Cinema movie na ito ay pinagbibidahan nina Kim Chiu at Batangas Governor Vilma Santos. Kamakailan ay nakapanayam ng PEP.ph at ilang miyembro ng media si Pokwang nang ganapin ang presscon niya kasama si Chokoleit, Pooh at K Brosas para sa concert na pinamagatang 4 The Best, Pak Pak. READ MORE

Those Batangueños – Elinando B. Cinco, Manila Bulletin, Mar 25, 2012 – They are a hardy people many of whom played crucial roles in the annals of past and contemporary history of the country. Endowed with a rare combination of brain and brawn, these natives come from a province that writers and historians justifiably called, “the home of heroes and patriots.” As early as 1581 – barely 60 years after the discovery of the Philippines – Spanish authorities had already made Batangas a full-pledged province. Today this southern Tagalog region has a population of 1.7 million. Batangas City is the capital, and with Lipa City and Tanauan City, they are the province’s heavily populated centers. READ MORE

Gov. Vilma Seduced By Twitter – By Nestor Cuartero, Manila Bulletin, March 24, 2012 – Gov. Vilma, simply known as Ate Vi to Baby K. who first knew her as an actress at the threshold of adolescence in the late 1960s, had squeezed in a few hours of her busy schedule to touch base with Baby, who quit her flourishing showbiz reporting and talent management career in the 1980s to settle permanently in California and just recently, in Canada. At the peak of BKJ’s writing career in the 1970s, she was identified more as a Nora Aunor loyalist than a Vilmanian. So close was Baby to Nora that she, in fact, wrote two books on the life of the Bicolana superstar. How touching it was for BKJ to come to this afternoon session among old friends in the business of showbiz reporting with Gov. Vilma at the helm. It was the governor herself who reached out to Baby K., offering to host her. READ MORE

Part 3. Vilma Santos on her singing voice being compared to Anne Curtis’s: “Kahit ganito ang boses namin, e, bayad kami!” – By Jimi Escala, PEP, March 21, 2012 – Sa pagpapatuloy ng panayam ng PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) kay Governor Vilma Santos-Recto, nagawi naman ang usapan tungkol sa kanyang bagong pelikula—ang The Healing ng Star Cinema. Ayon kay Ate Vi, halos 50 percent na raw ang natatapos nila sa pelikulang ito ni Direk Chito Roño. Kung papalarin daw ay maaring makagawa pa siya ng isa para pa rin sa Star Cinema ngayong taon. READ MORE

Part 2. Governor Vilma Santos denies conflict with leading man and Batangas board member Christopher de Leon – By Jimi Escala, PEP, March 21, 2012 – May bali-balitang hindi raw sila nagkakasundo ngayon ng paborito niyang leading man na si Christopher de Leon na board member din ng pangalawang distrito ng Batangas? Ano ang katotohanan dito? “Well, wala naman. Basta ang alam ko, e, tatakbo raw siyang congressman. “Nagsabi na siya sa akin. Magkasundo naman kami at ang balak niya talaga, tatakbong congressman. READ MORE

Part 1. Governor Vilma Santos on detractors urging her to choose between acting and politics: “Hindi ako nagpapabaya sa trabahong ibinigay sa akin.” – By Jimi Escala. PEP, March 20, 2012 – Kabilang si Governor Vilma Santos-Recto sa pitong pinarangalan mula sa 80 governors sa buong Pilipinas ng Community Based Monitoring System (CBMS ) para sa kanyang kapuri-puring pamamalakad sa probinsiya ng Batangas. Ang naturang award ay masasabing katumbas ng best actress award na hindi na mabilang kung ilang beses nang natanggap ni Ate Vi (taguri kay Vilma). READ MORE

Pokwang gets life lessons from Vilma – By ABS-CBNnews.com March 20 2012 – Actress-comedienne Pokwang said she’s learning a lot from Batangas Governor Vilma Santos. Santos and Pokwang are working on Star Cinema’s upcoming film “The Healing,” which also stars Kim Chiu. READ MORE

Local, international celebs among ’100 Amazing Filipinas’ – By Rowena Joy A. Sanchez, Manila Bulletin, March 20, 2012 – Celebrities not only entertain, some also manage to make a significant difference in society, as evidenced by the inclusion of a handful of female celebrities in the list of “100 Amazing Filipinas” complied by local website Female Network. READ MORE

Luis Gonzales, best known for Marcos biopic, dies at 81 – By Bayani San Diego Jr., Philippine Daily Inquirer, March 17, 2012 – The actor, best remembered for portraying the late President Ferdinand Marcos in two biopics released in the 1960s, passed away on Thursday night due to complications arising from pneumonia. He was 81. READ MORE

Bones of contention and other questions – By: Nestor U. Torre, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Mar 11 2012 – At a recent media forum, some of the questions thrown to us revolved around the Congressional resolution to protest the negative depiction of congressmen on some TV dramas—as vicious and all-powerful villains who wreak havoc on the lives of their poor, defenseless victims. READ MORE

Sharon to build resort, retirement village – ABS-CBNnews.com, Mar 11 2012 – “Ate Vi [Vilma Santos] in Batangas she has a good teacher in her husband in handling politics, but I just personally don’t have the stomach for politics. Politics I leave to my husband Kiko, because I don’t like the dishonesty, the betrayals in politics.” READ MORE

Fishermen threaten to sue Vilma – By Marvyn N. Benaning, Tempo, Mar 06, 2012 – Fishermen have threatened to sue Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos for not moving an inch to reverse a decision of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan (SP) allowing mining operations in the largely agricultural province. The Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (Pamalakaya) said they would throw the books at the award-winning actress and the equally award-winning actor Christopher de Leon, who heads the SP’s committee on the environment. READ MORE

Vi-Nora rivalry revived – By Bong de Leon, Journal, Mar 03, 2012 – Who says Nora Aunor and Vilma Santos rivalry is over? Looks like it isn’t so. Nora is back in the country to do a new project for TV5 and finish her remaining scenes for the Emilio Aguinaldo biopic intended for the Metro Manila Film Festival 2012. Gov. Vi on the other hand is being convinced by Star Cinema to do a movie with the ABS-CBN film arm also for the MMFF. READ MORE

Gov. Vilma Santos at Nora Aunor, gagawan ng pelikula sina Cory Aquino at Gloria Macapagal Arroyo?! – By TIta Swarding, Pinoy Parazzi, March 2, 2012 – Nora Aunor at Vilma Santos gagawa ng pelikula tungkol sa parehong naging pangulo ng Pilipinas! Naku, ‘pag natuloy ito, showbiz politics ang dating. Kasi nga, take note, si Ate Vi, ang gagawing pelikula ay tungkol sa buhay ng dating presidente Cory Aquino, at si Superstar Nora naman ay buhay ng dating presidente Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. READ MORE

Wilma Galvante: Yes, there’s life after GMA – By Ricardo F. Lo, The Philippine Star, Mar 01, 2012 – No, Wilma Galvante has no plans of resting on her laurels or, unlike in the memorable ending of Gone With The Wind, quietly slipping into the sunset. READ MORE

Gretchen cried over dropped ‘Alta’ – By Ethel Ramos, Malaya, Mar 01, 2012 – Did we hear it right that Batangas Governor Vilma Santos has herself an offer from TV5, which, according to our source, is too good to resist? READ MORE

Luis Manzano’s plate traced to a ‘hot car’ – By Alfred Dalizon, Journal, Feb 24 2012 – Actor-host Luis ‘Lucky’ Manzano is in for a big surprise after the Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group discovered that his old car’s license plates turned out to have been attached to a stolen motor vehicle sold to a local barangay official. READ MORE

Pokwang enjoys working with Vilma – By ABS-CBNnews.com Feb 24 2012 – Actress-comedienne Pokwang said she enjoys working with Star for All Seasons and Batangas Governor Vilma Santos. READ MORE

10th Gawad TANGLAW names 11 celebrities as Pinaka Kapuri-puring Artista ng Dekada – By PEP, Feb 24 2012 – Gawad TANGLAW (Tagapuring mga Akademisyan ng Aninong Gumagalaw) hands out trophies to outstanding movies, TV shows, and radio shows annually. To mark its first decade as an award giving body, Gawad TANGLAW chose eleven celebrities whom they dubbed as “Pinaka Kapuri-puring Artista ng Dekada.” READ MORE

Why Pauleen fainted – By Mario Bautista, Malaya, Feb 20, 2012 – Gov. Vilma Santos says it is true she had a meeting with TV5 execs, as arranged by Mother Lily Monteverde, but she says it does not mean she is now moving to TV5 or doing a movie with TV5. READ MORE

Kris backs Luis on new ‘Deal or No Deal’ – ABS-CBNnews.com, Feb 17 2012 – Actor-host Luiz Manzano is excited to be hosting “Kapamilya, Deal or No Deal,” especially with the support of Queen of All Media Kris Aquino, the game show’s former host. “She (Kris) sent me very positive texts, kumbaga suportado ako, so I’m very, very happy,” Luis said in an interview Friday with Jobert Sucaldito and Ahwel Paz on dzMM. READ MORE

Bonding time with Ate Vi – Tempo, Feb 15, 2012 – Inauguration, Blessing ­ “A place you can call home“ is how Taal Imperial Hotel & Resort is billed. And, indeed, it is. It’s a home with all the amenities and conveniences of modern living, situated in the beautiful and historic town of Taal, Batangas, amid towering coconut trees and other lush vegetations. Owner is Mother Lily Monteverde, adopted daughter of Taal. READ MORE

Paje orders review of Taal Volcano management plan – By Jonathan Mayuga, Business Mirror, Feb 15 2012 – Environment Secretary Ramon J.P. Paje has ordered a review of the management plan for Taal Volcano in light of the writ of kalikasan issued by the Supreme Court on February 7. Paje welcomed the issuance of the writ of kalikasan and ordered Department of Environment and Natural Resources officials to refrain from issuing permits for the operation of fish cages in Taal Lake. READ MORE

The night Ralph promised to marry Vi ‘a hundred times’ – By Ricardo F. Lo, The Philippine Star, Feb 14, 2012 – Although tired from the impeachment trial where he sits as one of the senator-judges, Sen. Ralph Recto went home recently and found his wife, Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos, fully made up having just attended a social function. “Eh, ang ganda-ganda ko,” Vi related to Funfare in an exclusive interview. “Ralph hugged and kissed me at, walang exaggeration ha, he told me, ‘You know what, if I were given another chance to marry you, I will marry you a hundred times!’ Walang biro ha, nangyari talaga ‘yon.” Asked how she reacted, Vi laughed. “I told him that I would say ‘Yes!’ a hundred times.” READ MORE

Elwood Perez marks 67th birthday, Mother Lily launches new ‘baby’ – By Bayani San Diego Jr., Philippine Daily Inquirer, Feb 12, 2012 – On Saturday, filmmaker Elwood Perez celebrated his 67th birthday with family and friends at the Imperial Palace Suites in Quezon City. READ MORE

Gov. Vilma Santos, magdiriwang ng 50 years sa showbiz! – By Boy Abunda, Pinoy Parazzi, Feb 10, 2012 – To stay five decades in showbiz is a rare feat. Only a few can endure this long. Showbiz is a cutthroat business. Maaaring sikat ka ngayon nga-yon, pero bukas ay wala nang nakaaalam sa pangalan mo. Sa tagal ko sa industriya, marami na akong nakitang dumating at umalis. READ MORE

Gabby, Pops not joining Sharon-Martin show – By Ethel Ramos, Malaya, Feb 9, 2012 – How close is Jennylyn Mercado to Batangas Governor Vilma Santos-Recto, the mother of boyfriend Luis Manzano? “Well, I’ve met her, Jennylyn, a number of times,” said Governor Vi. “Dito sa Batangas, dahil dinadala siya dito ni Luis. I find her mabait at magalang. READ MORE

Karylle: Talking about my love life might jinx it – By Mario Bautista, Malaya, Feb 9, 2012 – Gov. Vilma Santos is now such a great impromptu speaker. “Nahasa na ako sa dami ng aking speaking engagements,” she says. READ MORE

Vilma Santos graces inauguration of Mother Lily Monteverde’s hotel and resort – PEP, Feb 8, 2012 – It took a year and seven months for Mother Lily Monteverde and Batangas Governor Vilma Santos to agree on a common schedule so that the actress-politician can inaugurate the Regal matriarch’s Taal Imperial Hotel and Resort in Barangay Tulo, Taal, Batangas. On the eve of the February 6th inauguration cum blessing, Mother Lily was already at the resort to welcome guests and members of the entertainment press. Immediately before lunch of the scheduled inauguration, Governor of Batangas Vilma Santos-Recto arrived for the blessing officiated by Monsigñor Fred Madlangbayan. READ MORE

Vilma Santos on son Luis Manzano’s plan to run for mayor next year – By Monching Jaramillo, PEP, Feb 8, 2012 – “I’m home! I’m home!” paulit-ulit na sambit ni Batangas Governor Vilma Santos sa inauguration and blessing ng Imperial Hotel and Resort ni Mother Lily Monteverde na matatagpuan sa Barangay Tulo, Taal, Batangas nitong Lunes, February 6. READ MORE

An ‘Imperial’ blessing – By Julius Sevilla, The Philippine Star, Feb 08, 2012 – The affair last Monday, Feb. 6, was not intended to be a blessing of Regal Matriarch Mother Lily’s new “baby,” the Imperial Hotel & Resort in Barangay Tulo, Taal, Batangas. According to Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos, the guest of honor who cut the ceremonial ribbon, she asked Mother Lily if she could use the resort for a meeting with more than 70 soldiers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and Mother Lily said, “Why not?” READ MORE

Vilma Santos on son Luis Manzano’s plan to run for mayor next year: “Sa tingin ko, hindi siya naghahanda for that.” – By Monching Jaramillo, PEP, Feb 7, 2012 – “I’m home! I’m home!” paulit-ulit na sambit ni Batangas Governor Vilma Santos sa inauguration and blessing ng Imperial Hotel and Resort ni Mother Lily Monteverde na matatagpuan sa Barangay Tulo, Taal, Batangas kahapon, February 6. Bukod kasi sa nasa kanyang pinamumunuang probinsiya, at home daw ang pakiramdam ng tinaguriang Star for All Seasons dahil kahalubilo niya ang mga taga-showbiz industry. READ MORE

Angel doesn’t want Phil to see ‘Unofficially Yours’ – By Mario Bautista, Malaya, Feb 07, 2012 – She’s happy she can do soaps with GMA-7 and movies with ABS-CBN. “Last year, I played Jake Cuenca’s mom in ‘In the Name of Love’ sa Star Cinema, also Cristine Reyes’ mom in ‘No Other Woman.’ Now, I play Kim Chiu’s mom naman in ‘The Healing,’ which stars Gov. Vilma Santos.” READ MORE

Gov. Vi kinansela ang mga lakad para sa hotel ni Mother Lily! – By Salve Asis, Pilipino Star Ngayon, Feb 07, 2012 – Kinansela ni Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos ang ibang mga commitment niya para sa blessing ng Taal Imperial Hotel and Resort na pag-aari ni Mother Lily Monteverde kahapon ng tanghali. Kaya naman masayang-masaya ang Regal produ habang nililibot nila ang buong resort after ng cutting of ribbon. READ MORE

Luis at Jennylyn sa bagong Batangas hotel ni Mother Lily gagawin ang wedding reception? – By Lolit Solis, Pilipino Star Ngayon, Feb 07, 2012 – How true Mama Salve na natawa si Gov. Vilma Santos nang tanungin ito sa blessing ng Taal Imperial Hotel and Resort tungkol sa love affair nina Luis Manzano at Jennylyn Mercado. READ MORE

Jennylyn, future first lady to Luis – By Joey Aquino, Journal, Feb 06, 2012 – Luis Manzano is certainly closing the doors to anyone who intends to go after Jennylyn Mercado’s heart. Recently, Luis gave Jen a ring, although not for engagement he says but a gift supposed to be given last Christmas. It isn’t a surprise by now as the showbiz couple appears to be very happy with each other. READ MORE

Groups score Batangas governor for pro-mining stance – By Jonathan Mayuga, Business Mirror, Feb 06, 2012 – Actors-turned politicians Vilma Santos-Recto and Christopher de Leon, currently the Provincial Governor and Provincial Board Member respectively of Batangas province, were criticized on Monday by anti-mining stakeholders for allegedly playing “true-to-life villains” for allowing large-scale miners to operate in the province. Various stakeholders belonging to the Bukluran Para sa Inang Kalikasan (Bukal) and the Pambansang Lakas ng Kilusang Mamamalakaya ng Pilipinas (Pamalakaya) urged Santos-Recto and De Leon to withdraw their support to large-scale mining. READ MORE

‘Ang Pinaka’ sikat na viral photos ng 2011 – By Stacy de Jesus and Rodneil Quiteles, GMA News, Feb 2, 2012 – In an episode aired January 29, 2012, Ang Pinaka gives a retrospective look at some of the most memorable photos that swept social networking sites. Veteran journalist and GMA News Online editor Howie Severino, RockEd Philippines Gang Badoy-Capati, and photographer/art director Poi Beltran joined host Rovilson Fernandez as guest panelists. READ MORE

Dentists to brush up on latest technology – The Philippine Star, Feb 02, 2012 – There will also be a grand gathering of UPCD alumni, faculty members, staff and students, to be graced by Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto as guest of honor and keynote speaker, on Feb. 10, 3-10 p.m. at the UP Balay ng Alumni in Diliman, Quezon City. READ MORE

Book, TV special and movie with Angel will mark Vilma’s golden anniversary in showbiz – By Ethel Ramos, Malaya, Jan 30 2012 – THEL RAMOS – WE had a nice time talking with Batangas Governor Vilma Santos, after she had inducted the new set of officers of the Philippines Movie Press Club (PMPC) last Wednesday. The organization is now on its 27th year, and Governor Vi, in her speech, said she has been a part of PMPC all these years. “Aminin, marami sa inyo ang kasing-edad ko,” she kidded its members. Governor Vi will turn 59 in November. She was nine years old when she started her showbiz career. READ MORE

Gov. Vi will not stop Luis and Jennylyn from living together – By Vinia Vivar, Journal, Jan 29, 2012 – Sa totoo lang, maswerte ang magiging daughter-in-law ni Governor Vilma Santos dahil aminado siyang hindi siya pakialamerang biyenan at may pagka-liberal-minded din. One proof ay nang itanong namin ang kanyang point of view sa pagli-live-in at kung siya ba ang tipo ng ina na mato-tolerate ang ganu’ng set-up sa kanyang anak. “Alam mo, iba na ang generation ngayon, eh. We are not saying it’s right. Pero maraming gumagawa. And hindi rin naman natin masasabi na tama ’yun or mali ’yun. READ MORE

Ate Vi’s bio tell-all? – - Tempo, Jan 28, 2012 – Ate Vi marks her 50th year in showbiz this year, the grand celebration timed with her 59th birthday on Nov. 3. Movie, TV special, and a book on the life and times of the Star for All Seasons are the highlights of her silver anniversary as actress. READ MORE

Gov. Vilma Santos, okay lang kung mag-live in sina Luis Manzano at Jennylyn Mercado – By Ruben marasigan, Pinoy Parazzi, Jan 27, 2012 – Kahit laging sinasabi ni Batangas Governor Vilma Santos Recto na sinasabi na okey sa kanya si Jennylyn Mercado bilang girlfriend ng anak niyang si Luis Manzano, may mga nag-iisip pa rin na baka hindi naman siya talagang boto rito. At natawa lang ang Star For All Seasons nang mahingan namin ng reaksiyon tungkol dito. READ MORE

Actor Boyet de Leon ignores plea against large-scale mining operations in Batangas – By Ina Alleco R. Silverio, Bulatlat, Jan 26, 2012 – Environmental groups in Batangas are crying foul against dramatic actor and Batangas Provincial Board member Christopher de Leon ’s alleged support for mining operations in the region. Saying that the recent tragedy of Typhoon ‘Sendong’ remains fresh in the minds of many, the Bukluran Para sa Inang Kalikasan (BUKAL) is appalled over how the local government has already approved and endorsed the operations of destructive large-scale mining in the province. READ MORE

‘Di puwedeng wala –Vilma Santos – By Online Balita, Jan 26, 2012 – DUMALO kami sa induction ng mga bagong halal na opisyales ng Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) sa R Bistro Bar ng Timog, Quezon City nu’ng Martes ng hapon na pinamahalaan ni Batangas Governor Vilma Santos ang rites. Nalaman ng press na nagtanong at nagpasalamat ang multi-awarded politician/actress kay Kris Aquino para sa ipinagkatiwala o ipinamana nitong Deal or No Deal sa kanyang panganay na si Luis Manzano. READ MORE

Gov Vi ayaw papasukin ang anak na si Luis sa pulitika – By May Day, Evelyn C. Diao, Remate, Jan 25, 2012 – Ipinahayag ng Batangas Governor at Star for All Seasons na si Vilma Santos-Recto na sa ngayon, ay hindi niya papayagan ang anak na si Luis Manzano na sundan ang yapak niya na pasukin ang pulitika. “Bata pa naman ang anak ko at gusto ko na i-enjoy muna niya ang kanyang kabataan. Kung magulo ang showbiz, mas magulo at kumplikado ang mundo ng pulitika,” say niya noong nakaraang induction of new set of officers ng Philippine Movie Press Club(PMPC) na ginanap sa RJ Bistro sa Timog, Quezon City kung saan siya ang naging inducting officer. READ MORE

PART 1 Governor Vilma Santos on Jennylyn Mercado: “Kahit sino pa siya, kapag ginusto siya ng anak ko at masaya ang anak ko sa kanya, wala sa akin ‘yong boto-boto.” – By Ruben Marasigan, Jan 25, 2012 – Pinangunahan ni Batangas Governor at Star For All Seasons Vilma Santos-Recto ang induction ng new set of elected officers ng Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) na ginanap kahapon, January 24, sa R Bistro sa Timog Avenue, Quezon City. Guest of honor din sa nasabing okasyon si German Moreno at ang presidente ng National Press Club na si Jerry Yap. READ MORE

PART 2 Star For All Seasons Vilma Santos celebrates 50th year in showbiz; proud of son Luis Manzano as new Deal Or No Deal host – By Ruben Marasigan, Jan 25, 2012 – Ngayong taon ang 50th anniversary sa showbiz ni Batangas Governor at Star For All Seasons Vilma Santos. Sa estado niya ngayon bilang aktres at pulitiko, malaki raw ang utang na loob niya sa industriya. “I started when I was nine [years old],” sabi ni Vilma. READ MORE

PART 3 Batangas Governor Vilma Santos insists she does not plan her political career but admits to wanting to direct movies someday – By Ruben Marasigan, PEP, Jan 25, 2012 – Madalas pa ring natatanong si Vilma Santos kung talagang tuloy na ang napapabalitang pagtakbo ng anak niyang si Luis Manzano bilang mayor ng Lipa City. Matatandaang bago naging gobernador ng Batangas si Vilma ay naka-tatlong termino siya bilang alkalde ng Lipa. READ MORE

Vilma shoots new movie – By ABS-CBNnews, Jan 25, 2012 – Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos is ready for her close-up again. Three years after her last movie, “In My Life,” drew positive reviews from fans, Santos is facing the movie cameras again in “The Healing,” directed by Chito Roño. Santos said she will shoot only twice a week — on Thursdays and Saturdays READ MORE

Gov Vilma on Luis-Jennylyn romance: ‘Basta masaya sila, wala akong karapatan para pigilin ‘yon’ – By ABS-CBNnews, Jan 25, 2012 – Ayon kay Ate Vi, “Basta masaya sila, wala akong karapatan para pigilin ‘yon. “And sa nakikita ko, masaya naman silang dalawa, so hayaan na natin.” Nitong nakaraang New Year, usap-usapan na mas pinili ni Luis na makasama si Jennylyn kesa salubungin ang bagong taon kasama ang pamilya. “Okey lang naman ‘yon,” reaksiyon ng Star For All Seasons. READ MORE

Ep. 10: Vilma Santos-Recto: A Governor’s Day At Work (HD) – By Raymund Isaac, Adventure Behind My Lens, Jan 19, 2012 – Have you ever wondered what goes on in a working politician’s life? What’s a day like for a Provincial Governor? What does each day have in store for you if you are running one of the largest provinces in the country while being the Star for All Seasons at the same time? On one day last December, we found out! Raymund and the podcast team spent a working day with none other than Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto and got a glimpse of the life of an artista who entered the world of politics. READ MORE

Vilma’s adulterated milk – By Dahli Aspillera, Malaya, Jan 18, 2012 – Is Vilma aware that her victims are infants? She is a detriment to the nutrition of infants. Paid to promote Bear Brand, she continues to deceive mothers on the differences between this manufacturer’s milk of 30 years ago, to what Vilma now erroneously calls in her ads “milk.” Globally, when an adulterant is added to milk, it can no longer be called “milk.” Vilma and those paying her to lie defy this mandate. READ MORE

CJ home province divided over support for him in trial – By Maricar Cinco, Inquirer, Jan 17, 2012 – Officials in the home province of embattled Chief Justice Renato Corona appear to be divided over whether to support him or not. “Traditionally, a Batangueño watches over the back of his fellow Batangueño. But in this case, (most of the) congressmen had signed the impeachment (case),” said Batangas Vice Gov. Marc Leviste. Of the four Batangas congressmen, only 2nd district Rep. Hermilando Mandanas did not sign the impeachment case. READ MORE

Gov. Santos-Recto unveils P1-M housing project, sea turtle hatchery in Batangas – By PNA and U.S. News Agency / Asian, Jan 08, 2011 – Gov. Vilma Santos-Recto led the groundbreaking ceremonies for a housing project in Barangay Balagbag, San Juan town, which the provincial government will built starting this month for residents living in disaster prone areas. READ MORE

Golden girl plays ‘Henyo’ – By Bayani San Diego Jr., Philippine Daily Inquirer, Jan 02, 2012 – In one corner of the Tramway function hall, beside the buffet spread, stood a long table, teeming not with holiday dishes, but with various Vilma Santos memorabilia—specifically, old long-playing albums (“Sixteen,” “Sweethearts,” “Sing, Vilma, Sing”), wedding photos, movie posters and DVDs of classic movies (“Kampanerang Kuba” and “Dyesebel”), among others. READ MORE

Stars recall their most unforgettable Yuletide memories – By Rito P. Asilo, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Dec 23, 2011 – Christmas is always the best time to take stock of years of trials and triumphs – even for celebrities: For Vilma Santos, the holiday season represents hope and renewal –but, she says it took on a deeper significance when she became a mother. READ MORE

Governor Vilma Santos on the relationship of her son Luis Manzano with Jennylyn Marcado: “Huwag nating pangunahan na baka ikakasal na ‘yan o magbubuntis…let them enjoy the relationship.” – By Ruben Marasigan, PEP, Dec 10, 2011 – Naroon si Luis bilang host kasama si Ruffa Gutierrez, samantalang si Jennylyn naman, kasama sina Ogie Alcasid, Jean Garcia, at ilan pang celebrities ay mga judges naman para sa kompetisyon. Hindi maitago ang sweetness sa isa’t isa nina Luis at Jennylyn kahit pa alam nilang ang daming taong nakamasid sa kanilang dalawa nang gabing iyon. At mukha namang masaya si Batangas Governor Vilma Santos para sa kanyang anak na si Luis at girlfriend nga nito na si Jennylyn. READ MORE

Ala Eh! Festival 2011, the Final Hoorah! – By yana, Alah Eh Festival, Dec 15, 2011 – All roads led to Calaca during the weeklong celebration of the impressive and star-studded Ala Eh Festival 2011. The colorful flags, banderitas and smiles of warm Calaquenos welcomed everyone to the biggest feast of the year. Ala Eh Festival is Batanguenos’ way of celebrating the foundation anniversary of the province, which is December 8. And for this year, Batangas is now on its 430th. READ MORE

Risk-taking keeps Vilma Santos on her toes – By: Rito P. Asilo, Philippine Daily Inquirer, Dec 10, 2011 | – There are good reasons why Vilma Santos is Tinseltown’s Star for All Seasons. Her prodigious stint as Batangas’ first female governor may no longer allow her to act for the cameras as often as she used to — but, Ate Vi’s occasional forays into acting still draw crowds, impress critics and win awards, as was the case with 2009’s “In My Life.” So, we expect nothing less from Chito Roño’s upcoming chiller, “The Healing,” the actress’ first movie with Kim Chiu. READ MORE

Vilma introduces Jennylyn as son’s GF – abs-cbnNEWS.com, Dec 08, 2011 – Star for All Seasons and Batangas Governor Vilma Santos formally introduced the girlfriend of her son, Luis Manzano, to the people of Batangas on Wednesday. For the first time, Santos publicly acknowledged actress Jennylyn Mercado as her son’s girlfriend during the commemoration of Batangas’ founding anniversary held at the town of Calaca. READ MORE

Batangas Ala Eh! Festival Opens at Calaca – By Rowena M. Diocton, Asia Journal, Dec 4, 2011 – “This year, we are bringing Ala Eh! Festival to the Municipality of Calaca (District 1) because we want to let more Batangueños to get involved in the fiesta atmosphere through the many activities that will fill everyone’s interests,” says Batangas Governor Vilma Santos-Recto. READ MORE

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