Politicians know very well how manipulating information can help their cause, their career. ABS-CBNs closure after their 25-year franchise was rejected at the House of Representatives cost the jobs of some 11,000 employees. Mon: Closed Your email address will not be published. #NeverForget. MARCOS. She and her husband, Paul Soriano, are well-known backers of Bongbong Marcos Jr. BBM was one of the godfathers at their wedding. Rockwell Tent: Reception Venue Shes an entertainer at best, no matter how she goes out of her way to reinvent herself. It was a situation that would not have developed the way it had were it not for Gonzagas relaxed, friend-to-friend interviewing style. Marcos was a strongman who dealt with critics and maintained power for 20 years the way strongmen do harshly, unforgivingly, disproportionate to the transgressions he imagined being levied against him. The sun shone in all its glory, the flowers bloomed in delight (both real and the paper ones used in Tonis grand entrance), the hues blended impeccably, and the guests expressed every possible emotion of delight, excitement and love. As Ive mentioned, a Marcos revisionism campaign is ongoing. The next day, Toni stepped down as host of the popular reality program Pinoy Big Brother on ABS-CBN. But to be brazen, arrogant and snooty makes all of it despicable, disgusting and really crude.. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO FROM OLY RUIZ. Click here to view Part 1 It was there where the bride first sang before a crowd and was told that she could start a singing career, the bride was quoted in an earlier interview. October 15, 2015 by Foryourmemoir. https://t.co/pTiLu2wYLn, Mon Sy #StopLumadKillings #OustDuterte (@YearoftheMonSy) September 13, 2021, People like #ToniGonzaga are complicit in historical revisionism. Don't miss out on the latest news and information. Tonis interview with Mr. Marcos has already received praises from her colleagues in showbiz such as Ogie Diaz, Lolit Solis and Cristy Fermin. And as an entertainer, shes more liable to entertain than ask questions the way journalists should. READ: https://mb.com.ph/2021/09/16/toni-gonzaga-soriano-has-perfect-response-to-bashers/. Toni trended on social media as she received mixed reactions from netIzens. The ceremony was filled with love, light and humor, observed singer-actress Lea Salonga, who was one of the couples celebrity godparents. A mix of outrage and support broke out on social media after Toni Gonzaga released an interview with Bongbong Marcos on the "greatest lessons" he learned from his father. What makes you people so emboldened, seeming almost like untouchables, to never have the decency to acknowledge with humble bowed heads and with Almighty God as your witness, that you are on the side of what history had unmistakably and irrefutably proven to have been part of the plunder and corruption of the Philippines then and now.. After five days since it debuted, her interview featuring former Senator Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr. on Toni Talks has reached more than four million views. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy. Edwin Tan: Entourage Suits You can do whatever you want with your celebrity power and Gods guidance because this is a free world, after all. Bongbong will going to run as Vice President this upcoming election. She is amazingly funny, among other positive traits. Spare us your supposed knowledge of Taylor Swift and her songs. Critics hit Toni, one of the biggest stars of ABS-CBN, when she allied with the government that ordered the shutdown of the Kapamilya Network in May 2020. What about Bongbong Marcos? Gelo Gonzales is Rapplers technology editor. Copyright 2023 Coconuts Media Limited. Call 896 6000. Toni Gonzaga Some Filipinos expressed online how the exchange swept under the rug the atrocities and injustices under the dictatorship, as the actress only asked softball questions about the former president's legacy. How serious is he in running for higher office in 2022? It is also the second trending YouTube video in the Philippines as of Sept. 18. The weddings other principal sponsors were Manila Mayor Joseph Estrada, Sen. Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr., ABS-CBN chair Gabby Lopez, ABS-CBN president and CEO Charo Santos-Concio, Sarangani Rep. and boxing icon Manny Pacquiao, Tony Award-winning singer-actress and Inquirer columnist Lea Salonga, TV host Kris Aquino, celebrity cosmetic surgeon Vicki Belo and TV host-talent manager Boy Abunda. You must be logged in as a Coconuts User to comment. Soriano, 33, donned a Hugo Boss suit and tie. Chel Dioknowhose father was imprisoned during martial lawand Vice President Leni Robredo on her YouTube channel. TAGS: LAGUNA, Philippines Sorsogon Governor Chiz Escudero came to the defense of actress and TV host Toni Gonzaga after receiving criticism for interviewing her wedding godfather, former Senator Bongbong Marcos. Muralla cor Recoletos Sts. Meryl Medel. Subscribe to INQUIRER PLUS to get access to The Philippine Daily Inquirer & other 70+ titles, share up to 5 gadgets, listen to the news, download as early as 4am & share articles on social media. The internet is fuming at Toni Gonzagas interview with Bongbong Marcos, After controversial hosting stint at BBM-Sara campaign kickoff, Toni Gonzaga bids goodbye to Pinoy Big Brother. Would lending them further assistance figure in his political platform? But fans of the television host lauded her for being fearless and professional. Or do you really believe they were all just lying, Ms. Gonzaga? She said she has always admired Wangs bridal dresses and would often visit the New York-based designers boutique when she was abroad. Toni Gonzaga has yet to respond to Matti's statements. Metrophoto had been immensely blessed to be able to cover this wedding exclusively. Meanwhile, other users argued that Gonzaga is neutral and objective, mentioning how she also previously interviewed Atty. ICYMI, social media was ablaze after Toni Gonzaga interviewed former Senator Bongbong Marcos on her official YouTube channel and Facebook account, with the video released in time for BBMs birthday coincidentally, just days before the 49th anniversary of his fathers declaration of martial law in the Philippines on September 21. Toni Gonzaga-Soriano, although it wasn't a secret, failed to mention in the interview that Bongbong Marcos is her wedding ninong (godfather). The Ateneo de Manila University's Martial Law Museum offered this proposition to actress Toni Gonzaga as it criticized the latter's interview with former senator Bongbong Marcos on her Toni . Just on the title alone, my initial reaction was disbelief and disgust. The episode was titled, "The Greatest Lesson Bongbong Marcos Learned from His Father.". If elected into office, which I doubt, would Mr. Marcos be brave enough to apologize on behalf of his father? 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Toni failed to discuss this matter with Bongbong with the depth the topic required. The setting was stunning: between the colors of white, grey, and silver, the couples dream wedding is definitely one for the books or for the cameras in this case. His bride arrived a little past 3 p.m. 7/10, katrinastuartsantiago (@radikalchick) September 13, 2021, Toni Gonzaga pls explain the smooth transition pic.twitter.com/So5GkySpTX, David Escueta (@DavidEscueta) September 13, 2021. Read: The internet is fuming at Toni Gonzagas interview with Bongbong Marcos, To give your support to any political candidate whether or not out of affinity, blood or loyalty is between you and your conscience. He arrived at the church at 2 p.m., waving at the large crowd gathered outside. The trick is not only to ask the tough questions, when opportunity presents itself, but the right ones as well. She is, at the very least, masterful in making discussions more human, in an almost Oprah-like way which could not be said for more standard, stern-faced journalistic interviews. Gonzaga was the main host at the Marcos-Duterte proclamation rally, dubbed as the UniTeam, where she also introduced the pairs senatorial slate among them House Deputy Speaker Rodante Marcoleta who pushed for the denial of ABS-CBNs license renewal, Gonzagas home network and the biggest broadcaster in the Philippines. We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. E meetus@mymetrophoto.com On Monday, September 13, Gonzaga published an interview with her wedding godfather on her YouTube Channel, "Toni Gonzaga . Sa dami ng pinatay, tinorture, dinukot ng pamilya Marcos, ano ka ignorante, apologist, walang values o basura? Would BBM, as he is called, persist in following the footsteps of his father, the latter being the instigator of martial law? 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Habalhabal Driver Causes Violence At The Gas Station, Toni Fowler as Lovi Poes Bestfriend in Coco Martin Batang Quiapo, Carlo Aquino and Charlie Dizon Spent Time in Tokyo, Japan, Lai Austria Eating DINGDONG Ang Sarap Mo Goes Viral. When Bongbong dismissed the truths said about his father, Gonzaga should have had the courage to ask him, in turn, for a detailed explanation for the atrocities during Martial Law. Meanwhile, other users argued that for Gonzaga to be truly neutral, she should also sit down with martial law victims in her vlogs. She has a sympathetic way of interviewing: furrowed brows at moments of emotion, gleeful surprise at just the perfect moments it all makes for good television, which is her background after all. That is not insignificant, and she certainly has no right to absolve herself just because shes not a journalist. Get the best of Coconuts delivered to your inbox! In her Robredo interview, there was an emotional snippet where the Vice President recalls her late husbands final moments. Muralla cor Recoletos Sts. 6 minute read. Chris Rocks live Netflix special to air week before Oscars. Dapat may portion na "Oh my goodness ungkatan ng past" dun sa interview ni Toni Gonzaga kay BBM kung saan kilala ang pamilya nila.Why give that man a platform? BBM is one of the sponsors of their wedding. The actress interview earned the ire of netizens who thought that the video glossed over the atrocities of Martial Law, as the interview was filled with softball questions and treacly anecdotes as Marcos Jr. wistfully reminisced about his namesake and father, the dictator Ferdinand Marcos. They had no choice but to flee. What you will see in this three-part feature of the Wedding of Toni and Paul are out for the first time in public. The little people can do to further the spread of truth, using their platforms, may just be what we need to change our unfortunate trajectory as a nation. Protest artist Tarantadong Kalbo released a rather powerful illustration just hours after Gonzagas interview was posted, while other commenters on Twitter noted how close the martial law anniversary was. Did the Sandiganbayan lie to the public? Your subscription could not be saved. Its a truism that is not generally accepted in all situations. He lectures on Journalism Ethics and Creative Writing, and currently sits as chair of the Writers in Prison Committee of PEN Philippines. Intramuros, Manila 1002 SEALED WITH A KISS TV host-actress Toni Gonzaga marries longtime boyfriend director Paul Soriano on Friday in solemn rites at the United Methodist Church in Taytay, Rizal province. They were all captured close hand and with the utmost intention to bring you there and share with you all the moments of the wedding in their purest and most inspired way. Published Sep 15, 2021 5:41 pm Impunity and apathy run so deep in all of us, Matti ended his post. There are the usual TV and wedding coverages and the flock of personal handheld devices but Paul, being the director himself, had his team of Super 8 guys cover the wedding in the vintage 8mm format. ), On a final, and most pressing, note: Toni Gonzaga should have disclosed her affiliations with the subject to begin with, since it appears that Bongbong was at her wedding to Paul Soriano in June 2015. On Nov. 2018, former First Lady Imelda Marcos was charged by the Sandiganbayan Anti-Graft court with seven counts of graft for the creation of foundations in Switzerland while she sat as First Lady and governor of Manila. She allowed Bongbong to get away with even more lies. Toni Gonzaga was never neutral. But where is the sympathy and regard for the victims of the Martial Law era? Letting another lie spread from the son whose biggest contribution to society has been to wage a busywork campaign against rival Leni Robredo is aiding in the ongoing campaign to wipe out the sins of the father. The 30-year-old Toni, born Celestine Cruz Gonzaga, looked very regal in a gown by popular American fashion designer Vera Wang. If at all its worth mentioning, Mr. Marcos Twitter account boasts of close to 900,000 followers. 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A day after Gonzaga appeared at the Marcos-Duterte proclamation rally, the actress-host announced that she was leaving Pinoy Big Brother, the ABS-CBN hit reality show that she had hosted for 16 years since its premiere in 2006. The director went on to blast Gonzaga for being arrogant and obnoxious in brushing off her online critics and embracing the unbothered queen tag. Read: After controversial hosting stint at BBM-Sara campaign kickoff, Toni Gonzaga bids goodbye to 'Pinoy Big Brother' It was an ideal contrast of exclusivity and openness, and it was amazing that Toni and Paul were able to celebrate their wedding both ways. We shld also b open minded that life works that way. Toni Gonzagas recent interview with Bongbong Marcos on Toni Talks is a good example of what to expect when the subject for the interview is as volatile and explosive as the son of the former dictator. Ayie is a self-confessed nerd with a love for all things tech, film, and queer culture. Sign in to listen to groundbreaking journalism. Complicated topics, then, should not have been broached with Bongbong if Gonzaga didnt have the proper capacity to put it in context right away, as a journalist would have. As a favor to their ninong, the Gonzaga-Soriano celebrity couple publicly supported BBM in his bid for the vice presidency in the 2016 elections. READ: LOOK: Toni Gonzaga, Paul Soriano prenup photos. Tonis family and close friends rallied behind her during her personal crisis. So a cartoon named Tarantadong Kalbo now counts as a hero of the resistance. In fact, BBM was godfather at Toni's wedding to director Paul Soriano in 2015, just a year before his failed attempt to run for the vice presidency. May mensahe para kay Toni Gonzaga ang kaniyang ninong sa kasal na si Pangulong Ferdinand "Bongbong . God has promised blessings to those who will trust and obey HimTrule enough, He has written their love story, Your email address will not be published. Bob Nicolas: VIdeography Toni Gonzaga, the Ultimate Multimedia Star, was among the personalities who stood out from the crowd during the 2022 election. Based on picture that Manila Bulletin shared on twitter,the couple Toni and Paul is standing together beside the former first lady Imelda Marcos and a veteran TV host German Moreno. The atrocities of Hitler was a history that has been written that actually happened and that no one can refute., In the same way the plunder and the horrors of the Marcos regime to our country the Philippines, that no one has claimed responsibility until now with the players still roaming around free, moneyed and powerful, is irrefutable and a historical fact that cannot be forgotten and rewritten..