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Manny Pacquiao avenged his defeat to Timothy Bradley

BREAKING NEWS: Filipino boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao avenged his defeat to Timothy Bradley by outpointing the erstwhile unbeaten American in their rematch at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday (Sunday in Manila).

Pacquiao decisions Bradley, wins back crown

Filipino boxing superstar Manny Pacquiao avenged his defeat to Timothy Bradley by outpointing the erstwhile unbeaten American in their rematch at the MGM Grand Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada on Saturday (Sunday in Manila).

Where are they now? Stars of "Meteor Garden"

After 10 years, the hit Taiwanese drama "Meteor Garden" is back on philippine television! (ABS-CBN Channel)

What happened to the memebers of the famous "F4" and the leading lady "Shan Cai"

Read below for more info

Barbie Hsu's picture from her facebook page

BARBIE HSU

Then: Shan Cai is a simple and ordinary girl who goes to the same school as the F4 (Flower 4). Her looks doesn't really show that she is hardworking and have a strong personality. Other girls became so jealous of Shan Cai because she effortlessly became close to the F4, while others are trying hard to get their attention. Her parents always wish she would find a rich man whom she could marry. She first developed feelings for Hua Ze Lei, and eventually fell inlove with Dao Ming Si. 

 NOW: Still Shan Cai to her fans, Hsu, now 37, is already married to Chinese entrepreneur Wang Xiaofei. They tied the knot in a private wedding in March 2011. In December, Hsu announced her pregnancy via her social media account. "Thank you all for your blessings. We are now a family of three," she said. Since the “Meteor Garden” days, Hsu starred in several TV series and movies.

Picture of Jerry Yan from his Facebook page

JERRY YAN

Then: Jerry Yan became popular in 2003 when he played the role of Dao Ming Si. He's looks and style influence alot of Teenagers in the Philippines. Dao Ming Si is the leader of the F4, which is composed of four rich, influential and handsome students. He has trust issues and his three best friend are the only people he trusts. He also thinks money can buy everything until he meets Shan Cai.

Now: Yan continued a successful solo career as a singer and an actor. Since 2003, he has released record albums and starred in a number of drama series, the most recent of which is the “In Love We Trust,” which was shot in Beijing. In that show, Jerry Yan co-stars with actresses Hai Lu and Alice Tseng.

Photo from fan website of Vic Zhou

VIC ZHOU

Then:  In “Meteor Garden,” Vic Zhou played the role of Hua Ze Lei, the soft-spoken member of the popular group F4. Dao Ming Si usually runs to him for advice. The kindest of the four, he is always the go-to person of his friends. His character was also seen falling in love with Shan Cai. Vic's character was so popular in the philippines that his character name "Hua Ze Lei" became a very famous term for "Asian" looking Filipinos.

Now: Zhou dated "Meteor Garden" co-star Barbie Hsu for three years, before they split up in 2008. Zhou has appeared in numerous Taiwanese dramas such as "Mars" and "Black and White." Last year, he was named Best Actor at the Golden Bell Awards, Taiwan’s version of the Emmys, for his performance in the TV series “Home.” Aside from being a recognized actor, Zhou also made headlines in 2013 when he indirectly admitted his rumored relationship with Taiwanese actress Reen Yu.

Vanness Wu from his Facebook page

Them: Van Ness Wu played the role of Mei Zuo in “Meteor Garden.” His character is a Chick-Magnet, school heartthrobx. A member of the F4, Mei Zuo would go lengths just to protect his friends as well as Shan Cai.

Now: Wu continued to act in movies and TV dramas. He also released an album. Wu has his own jewelry line 3.V.O.7 abi s now married to long-time girlfriend Arissa Cheo, the daughter of a wealthy Singaporean businessman. According to The Straits Times, the two recently celebrated their marriage in Singapore less than two months after they tied the knot in California. Jerry Yan was the only F4 member who made it to the wedding.

Picture of Ken Chu, screenshot from meteor Garden

THEN: Ken Chu played as Xi Men in the Taiwanese series “Meteor Garden.” In the phenomenal show, Xi Men is usually seen with Mei Zuo. They both love dating pretty girls but they are not the type who enter a serious relationship.

NOW: Just like Jerry Yan, Chu managed to launch his solo career as a singer and an actor after “Meteor Garden.” During F4’s reunion concert in Beijing last year, He said he’s had “a more mature, adult way of thinking and handling situations. But after bumping into my brothers, I feel like I returned back to the days of my youth."
















 Trending: Kris Aquino and Derek Ramsay, CONFIRMED

While there are tons of rumors spreading that Kris Aquino is being courted by Herbert Bautista, comes a new twist in the story. Kris Aquino and Derek Ramsay. Are things heating up between the 2 stars?

On her latest instagram post, Kris had talked about a quote in giving second chances in love last Tuesday. He also thanked the dusky, moreno actor for always being there. The quote she posted on Instagram was:  ”For every girl with a broken heart, there’s always a boy with glue gun.”

It's easy to say how close they are because they have internal jokes and stuffs that only the 2 understand: “It was a hard day for both of us, you had your personal issues & so did I… But you were there for me & I was grateful you gave me the chance to be there for you… I said it before, super cute na may coffee pa. And now we can add chocolate marble & French Fries to that list.”









Anne Curtis in hospital after jellyfish sting

MANILA - (2nd UPDATE) Actress Anne Curtis was rushed to a hospital after she was stung by box jellyfish while taping the fantasy series "Dyesebel" on Wednesday night.
In a statement given to ABS-CBN News, "Dyesebel" producer Dreamscape Entertainment Televisione said Curtis was brought to hospitals in San Juan and Lipa in Batangas before she was taken to the St. Luke's Medical Center at the Bonifacio Global City, where she is now confined.
"She's doing fine, may mga tine-take lang siya medications for pain," said Dr. Wency Kiat, Curtis' doctor.
Curtis, according to Dreamscape AdProm Head Eric John Salut, was "writhing in pain" from the sting, but was "even worried yesterday as... na baka ma delay ang taping and siya ang reason."
The actress, Salut added, insisted that she can manage shooting more scenes, even as the crew members already saw her "in agony" from the sting.
"We have yet to receive final word from the medical team as to ilang days she can recover and [until] the rashes and the pain disappear," Salut added. "But as of today Anne Curtis is safe in the hospital under utmost medical care and supervision."
Meanwhile, on her personal Twitter account, Curtis said her doctors are monitoring her status.
"Morning everyone. Just read all your 'Get well soon' messages. Last night was my first time to be stung by a jellyfish, a box jellyfish. Currently in St. Luke's so they can monitor my jellyfish sting/rash & most importantly the rhythm of my heart,” she said.