Veering away from the traditional dark colors at formal events, beauteous actress Kristine Hermosa went for the opposite. Looking every inch like a goddess in a white gown, Kristine was an instant head turner when she arrived at the venue.

Along with the Kapamilya network executives, ABS-CBN President Charo Santos-Concio lends her presence as a show of support for the network's talents.

Charo Santos-Concio was caught by our camera while in a light huddle with Star Magic patriarch and co-founder Johnny Manahan.

Rocker Yeng Constantino momentarily traded shirts, jeans and sneakers for a sleek black gown. To her credit, the Pinoy Dream Academy Grand Star Dreamer was able to pull it off with much aplomb.

For the special event, car racer and TV personality Gaby dela Merced dons a Martin Bautista gown.

"It's been a while since I walked down a red carpet. Usually my everyday attire is very scrappy so it feels good to dress nice," she told PEP (Philippine Entertainment Portal).

ABS-CBN head honcho Eugenio Lopez III admits that like all of us, he's also a fan of some Star Magic talents. Here, he poses for a picture with one of Star Magic's most prized stars, Kristine Hermosa.

Talking about his outfit, comedian Chokoleit said, "I bought it sa Canada, nakita ko siya so binili ko na."

Chokoleit has been with Star Magic for three years but it was his first time to attend the glitzy Star Magic Ball.

"Ang sarap, ang saya, very Hollywoodish," he gushed. "Ang sarap, kaya I was really looking forward to it. Kasi the last time na wala ako, sabi ko, ‘Ay, I missed the fun, kaya pinaghandaan ko talaga.'"

Just by her billowy gown, Pokwang stole the limelight away from her co-Star Magic talents.

No more Afro-like hairstyle for Matt Evans. Sporting a shorter hairdo, Matt looks even younger and undoubtedly cleaner. His date for the evening was Star Circle Quest alumna Melissa Ricks.

Carlene Aguilar's regal grace added class and glamour to the event.

Palos star Jake Cuenca came without a date. After splitting up with Roxanne Guinoo, Jake is rumored to be pursuing Bea Alonzo.

Jake, however, denied the rumor by saying, "Napaka-delicate pa ng situation to even think about manligaw sa ibang tao dahil I just came out from a long-term relationship. Nandun lang ako sa punto ngayon na talagang mas mabuti na sigurong pagkakaibigan muna."

One of the country's hottest love teams, Kim Chiu and Gerald Anderson, arrived together for this year's Star Magic Ball. They are still reeling from the growing success of My Girl.

"Siyempre masayang-masaya kami ni Kim and nagpapasalamat kami sa lahat ng sumusuporta sa My Girl," said Gerald.

Model Victor Basa picked former Pinoy Big Brother housemate Megan Young as his date for the evening.

It was later confirmed that Victor recently broke up with fellow Star Magic talent Valeen Montenegro.

Zanjoe Marudo was an instant favorite among the casual spectators. Most of the women observing the event were glad that the handsome model-actor was all by his lonesome that evening.

When asked by PEP on the whereabouts of rumored girlfriend Mariel Rodriguez, Zanjoe just flashed a sheepish grin.

Perhaps nursing a broken heart after her separation with boyfriend Victor Basa, Valeen Montenegro still managed to look amazing for the special occasion.

"Very classic ang features niya," remarked a spectator. True!

John Lapus's affiliation with GMA-7 doesn't mean that he's out of ABS-CBN's good graces. In fact, Sweet is still managed by Star Magic and he continues to regard Mr. Johnny Manahan as a father figure and mentor.

Jodi Sta. Maria-Lacson has maintained her good figure even after she got married and gave birth to her son Thirdy.

"Don't me ask me about the details of the gown. Hindi ako marunong mag-describe," she smiled when PEP approached her.

If there's one thing designers and stylists love most in Desiree del Valle, it's her ability to pull off any hair and fashion style with much chutzpah and class.

Star Magic top male star Piolo Pascual, when asked about his love life, just replied, "Wala pa rin, e."

But for the 16th anniversary of Star Magic, Piolo's date was no other than his lovely mother Ms. Amelia.

"Date ko," Piolo proudly introduced his mom to everyone.

Singer-host Nikki Gil served as the event's main host. Later that evening, she was given a warm round of applause for a job well done.

Throughout the party and even as the program was going on, John Lloyd Cruz never bothered to sit down, hopping from one table to another to socialize with his co-Star Magic talents and friends.

Angelica Panganiban's short hair gave her pretty face a new dimension.

"Sophisticated in a way pero hindi intimidating," comments someone from ABS-CBN.

Geoff Eigenmann came way ahead of Maja Salvador. But the handsome VJ and actor happily obliged to serve as Maja's official escort for the evening, accompanying the lovely young actress from start to finish.

When probed if there's something romantic going on between them, the two flashed a smile before dismissing the speculation.

Claudine Barretto was dubbed during the ceremony as Star Magic's No. 1 artist.

Escorted by husband Raymart Santiago, Claudine was in her element the entire evening—cheering, laughing and dancing the night away together with the other stars of Star Magic.

John Prats and Shaina Magdayao arrived together and were immediately swarmed by reporters.

"Sa ngayon, we're just enjoying kung anong meron kami," John said.

Roxanne Guinoo opted to veer away from the evening's dress code. Roxanne's gamble paid off as she stood out among the throng of stars dressed in either black or white.

PEP observed that her former boyfriend Jake Cuenca was eyeing Roxanne intently on several occasions.

Renowned fashion designer Rajo Laurel and social butterfly Tessa Prieto-Valdez are not Star Magic talents. But the two are actually good friends of the people behind the talent arm.

"We're here to celebrate with the entire Star Magic family," Rajo told PEP.

Though he arrived all by himself, actor Diether Ocampo was not alone once the celebration officially started. The special event paved the way for Diether to share light moments again with former girlfriend Kristine Hermosa, particularly on the dance floor.

"We're still officially dating," Sam reiterated to the media. Well, their actions that evening suggested that they're more than just in the dating phase.

Angel Locsin is not a Star Magic talent but is a Kapamilya nonetheless. Showing support and perhaps also to reacquaint herself with the Star Magic talents, Angel was escorted to the event by Luis Manzano.

Ai-Ai delas Alas just watched the entire program silently at the back together with some friends and network officials.

"Ibigay na natin sa mga bata ‘yong pagpa-party," she laughs. As for the designer or the brand of her getup, Ai-Ai, sounding perplexed, remarked, "Halo-halo e... kung sinu-sino."

Riza Santos and her date Will Devaughn were a fun couple that evening. While everyone was partying, the two slipped out of the ballroom, went back to the red carpet and took turns taking photos of each other with their own cameras.