Dressed in strictly formal attire, hundreds of contract artists of Star Magic, ABS-CBN's talent arm, gathered for one magical evening on the first-ever Star Magic Ball. The event was held last August 5 at the Grand Ballroom of Hotel Intercontinental in Makati City.
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Maging Sino Ka Man co-stars Sam Milby and Anne Curtis make a beautiful couple. Rumor says the two are already playing sweet music together, but both of them deny this.
Model-turned-actor Zanjoe Marudo looked dashing in his tux, enough to win him the Stardust Award later that evening. Zanjoe attracted everyone's attention when he became part of Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Edition.
Pedro Penduko co-ctars Melissa Ricks and Matt Evans pose on the red carpet for photographers. Melissa is a product of ABS-CBN's artista search, Star Circle Quest, while Matt was a former housemate in the Pinoy Big Brother Teen Edition.
Comedienne Pokwang joined one of ABS-CBN's contest for aspiring comedians. The former Japan entertainer beat the competition and the rest, as they say, is history.
ABS-CBN's Executive Vice President Charo Santos-Concio still looks every inch the elegant movie star she once was. The TV executive was one of the night's recepients of the Galaxy Award.
Direk Lauren Dyogi (extreme left) is joined by former Pinoy Big Brother housemates: (from left) Gerald Anderson, Matt Evans, Mikee Lee, Chx Alcala, Nene Tamayo, Kim Chiu, Bob dela Cruz, Jason Gainza, and Zanjoe Marudo.
One of today's top loveteams, Gerald Anderson and Kim Chiu. These former PBB Teen Edition housemates turned into teen sensations via their hit soap opera Sana Maulit Muli. The two are currently working on their first solo feature film and they are also slated to do their follow-up soap.
Still one of the country's prettiest faces, Kristine Hermosa. Kristine gained popularity when she was paired with Jericho Rosales in a number of ABS-CBN soap operas, including the monster hit Pangako Sa 'Yo. She was last seen in an afternoon soap, Palimos ng Pag-ibig, opposite real-life sweetheart Diether Ocampo.
One of Star Magic's most popular male stars, Diether Ocampo has endured the test of time and is still considered as one of the country's top leading men. Aside from acting, Diether has spread his wings by venturing into different businesses.
Jodi Sta. Maria (left) and Desiree del Valle became close while doing the youth-oriented drama series Tabing-Ilog. The two are still very active in the field of acting. Jodi is part of the soap opera Walang Kapalit. Desiree was part of the horror film Ouija.
ABS-CBN's top female news anchor, Korina Sanchez, and longtime boyfriend Senator Mar Roxas also graced the affair. Later that night, the couple won the Stardust Award, given to the best dressed and best-looking people of the evening.
One of the most handsome faces in show business, Jake Cuenca used to be a GMA-7 talent. But the young actor made the leap to ABS-CBN early this year. He is now one of the most-sought after young leading men in the Kapamilya network. He co-stars with rumored girlfriend Roxanne Guinoo in Natutulog Ba ang Diyos?.
Former child actress Shaina Magdayao is growing up to be quite a stunner. The younger sister of Vina Morales is now being paired with Rayver Cruz, who admitted being smitten by Shaina's beauty and charm. The two were last seen in the action-fantasy series Rounin.
Undoubtedly one of Star Magic's top female stars, Bea Alonzo started her acting career at the young age of 15. She co-starred with John Lloyd Cruz and tackled the role of a lawyer in Kay Tagal Kang Hinintay. Touted as one of the country's best young actresses, Bea was last seen in the soap opera Maging Sino Ka Man.
Model Bruce Quebral and Wendy Valdez developed their romance inside Pinoy Big Brother's house. Wendy gained notoriety while inside Bahay Ni Kuya because of her strong personality and frankness. The real-life couple star with Diether Ocampo in the afternoon soap Margarita.
Rica Peralejo started her career as one of the AngTV Kids. At one point in her career, Rica also joined the boldwagon, starring in such films as Balahibong Pusa, Dos Ekis, and Tatarin. But the actress has decided to return to her wholesome image and concentrate in her studies. She is a regular in ASAP and her last movie was the horror film Tiyanaks.
Arguably the country's leading man, Piolo Pascual did not disappoint the public by showing up at his handsomest best. Piolo is the favorite leading man of some of the country's top actresses, like Judy Ann Santos and Claudine Barretto. He is currently seen in the soap opera Walang Kapalit.
Anne Curtis is also one of the busiest and most-sought after young actresses today. A former GMA-7 mainstay, Anne transferred to ABS-CBN and her star shone brighter with stellar roles in the soap operas, Hiram, Kampanerang Kuba, and Maging Sino Ka Man. She has also proven herself an effective host in ASAP '07 and other ABS-CBN shows.
The minute Sam Milby stepped inside the Pinoy Big Brother house, the whole country fell in love with him. After he was evicted, Sam became an instant celebrity. And Sam did not disappoint. He proved that he can sing, act, host, and even dance.
ABS-CBN executives (from left) Deo Endrinal, vice president for entertainment; Cory Vidanes, SVP for TV production; and Malou Santos, managing director of Star Cinema with director Olivia Lamasan.
Rising star Maja Salvador is touted to be the next most important star of ABS-CBN. She is now promoting her launching film, My Kuya's Wedding, with Ryan Agoncillo.
