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· Ryan General
Filipino stars lead DreamWorks Animation’s ‘Forgotten Island’
DreamWorks Animation announced that a lineup of Filipino and Filipino diaspora artists will headline its upcoming film “Forgotten Island,” set for worldwide release in September 2026 through Universal Pictures. The ensemble includes Filipino American singer H.E.R., Filipina…
· Ryan General
Lea Salonga set to be 1st Filipina to receive Hollywood Walk of Fame star
Acclaimed Tony and Olivier Award-winning singer and actress Lea Salonga has been selected to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in the Live Theatre/Performance category, making her the first Filipina and fourth person of Filipino descent to receive the honor. She joins…
· Michelle De Pacina
Lea Salonga sides with Bini Gwen over fans invading privacy
Gwen Apuli, a member of the P-pop group Bini, recently expressed frustration over fans invading the group’s privacy on X, highlighting the need for respect and boundaries. Broadway star Lea Salonga supported Gwen by sharing a screenshot of her tweet to her Instagram story,…
· Michelle De Pacina
How short film ‘Once Upon A Studio’ featuring over 500 Disney characters was born
In 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic, Disney directors Dan Abraham and Trent Correy would meet in separate cars at a Taco Bell parking lot in California. The pair, who previously directed the “Frozen”-inspired short film “Once Upon a Snowman,” would talk through their car…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Here Lies Love’ actor Jose Llana on why the dark history of Philippines’ martial law must be shared
When veteran Broadway actor Jose Llana walked into the audition room for musician and writer David Byrne’s musical “Here Lies Love,” he declared, “I’m the blood of two major anti-Marcos activists, and I’m here and I would like to play your Ninoy Aquino.” Llana, 47, entered with…
· Editorial Staff
Vanessa Hudgens is doing all she can to let everyone know she’s Filipino
American actor and singer Vanessa Hudgens is leaning into her Filipino roots. In a new interview with Allure, she detailed her journey of connecting more deeply with her heritage, emphasizing, “I’m doing everything I can to let people know I’m Filipino.” Misconceptions: While…
· Editorial Staff
Watch: Lea Salonga’s viral reaction to fans who harassed her backstage
Lea Salonga has gone viral for the professional way in which she handled fans who harassed her backstage. What happened: On Saturday, Cristopher Retokelly Carpila posted a video of the incident on Facebook, which happened last week after a performance of the Broadway musical…
· Bryan Ke
‘Mulan’: Disney marks 25 years since release of animated classic
Disney’s timeless animated movie classic “Mulan” celebrated its 25th anniversary this month. The voice of Mulan: Ming-na Wen, 59, did not miss the chance to greet the animated classic a happy 25th anniversary on Twitter by re-sharing Disney’s tweet of one of her quotes from…
· Michelle De Pacina
‘Here Lies Love’ musical introduces Broadway’s first-ever all-Filipino cast
The upcoming musical “Here Lies Love” has introduced Broadway’s first-ever all-Filipino cast. The immersive musical, whose official opening night is on July 20, narrates the rise and fall from power of the Philippines’ former First Lady Imelda Marcos following the 1986 People…
· Daniel Anderson
Korean-influenced Southern food menu for White House state dinner revealed
Chef Edward Lee has revealed his menu for the White House state dinner with South Korean President Yoon Suk-Yeol, hosted by President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden. Lee was personally selected by the first lady for his Korean-influenced Southern American cuisine. He worked…
· Michelle De Pacina
Netflix to invest $2.5 billion on S. Korean content
Netflix has announced its plan to invest $2.5 billion in South Korean dramas, movies and reality shows over the next four years. The announcement came on Monday following South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol and Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos’ meeting in Washington.
· Editorial Staff
H.E.R. to join Broadway musical about Imelda Marcos as a producer
H.E.R. is set to join the upcoming Broadway musical “Here Lies Love” as a producer. The musical, whose official opening night is scheduled for July 20, tells the story of the Philippines’ former First Lady Imelda Marcos and how she fell from power following the 1986 People Power…
· Daniel Anderson
Lea Salonga, chef Edward Lee invited to White House state dinner with S. Korean President Yoon
Broadway star Lea Salonga and chef Edward Lee have been invited to the White House for the state dinner with South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol. Salonga, an award-winning actress and singer, is best known for her Tony-winning role in “Miss Saigon.” She was also the singing…
· Daniel Anderson
Lea Salonga to return to Broadway in David Byrne and Fatboy Slim musical ‘Here Lies Love’
Tony and Olivier Award-winner Lea Salonga will make a guest appearance in the Broadway musical “Here Lies Love” by David Byrne and Fatboy Slim. Salonga’s appearance marks two firsts for the actor: her Broadway producer debut and her first Filipino role on the Broadway stage.
· Khier Casino
‘Untitled F*ck M*ss S**gon Play’ to run at same time as ‘Miss Saigon’ revival in England
The Royal Exchange Theatre in Manchester, England, is set to present Kimber Lee’s drama “Untitled F*ck M*ss S**gon Play,” which aims to address the representation of Asian women in the “Miss Saigon” musical. New Earth Theatre said in a statement that it does not wish to…
· Khier Casino
Lea Salonga covers Jose Mari Chan Christmas classic in new Pentatonix collab
Lea Salonga has teamed up with a cappella group Pentatonix to cover the Jose Mari Chan Christmas classic “Christmas In Our Hearts.” The cover is part of the group’s new album “Holidays Around the World,” released on Oct. 28. The Broadway star, who is known for being the singing…
· Ryan General
Why Filipinos are so good at singing
Among the number of stereotypes associated with being a Filipino, it is the ability to sing that many kababayans proudly embrace. To be fair, there is no shortage of proof that Filipinos are indeed among the best singers in the world. Homegrown talents (Lea Salonga, Arnel Pineda…
· Editorial Staff
Lea Salonga’s Live Concert to Make TV Debut on PBS
PBS has announced the world television premiere of “Lea Salonga in Concert” on Friday as part of its “Great Performances” series in the annual “Broadway’s Best” lineup.
· Bryan Ke
British News Anchor Awkwardly Introduces Lea Salonga as the Wrong Person
Filipina singer and actress Lea Salonga was awkwardly introduced as a different person during her appearance on Sky News in the U.K. During a live newscast of the morning show “Sunrise” on Sky News UK, news anchor Stephen Dixon introduced their guest as environmentalist Anna…
· Ryan General
Filipino-Japanese Actor Becomes the First Asian American to Play Alexander Hamilton on Broadway
A Filipino-Japanese actor recently made his debut playing the titular character of Alexander Hamilton on Broadway, becoming the first Asian American to play the iconic role in a Broadway theatre.