New season, new judge, new twist on American Idol Season 9

Tuesday, January 12, 2010

TV’s No.1 show returns for a ninth record-breaking season! Be among the first to find out who has what it takes to be the next pop sensation when American Idol premieres on Wed, 13 Jan at 6pm .

This year sees big changes to the judge’s line up. Stepping in to replace original judge Paula Abdul is comedienne Ellen DeGeneres . The ever-funny, Emmy-winning talk show host joins the judging panel, sitting alongside returning judges Kara DoiGuardi , Simon Cowell and Randy Jackson .

No stranger to the entertainment business, DeGeneres will offer her own unique perspective to the contestants throughout the competition. “I'm thrilled to be the new judge on American Idol”, explains DeGeneres. “I've watched since the beginning, and I've always been a huge fan.”

Creator and executive producer, Simon Fuller , is equally thrilled. "I could not be more excited to have Ellen join the American Idol family. Ellen has been a fan of the show for many years, and her love of music and understanding of the American public will bring a unique human touch to our judging panel.”

Last year, the humble singer-songwriter Kris Allen beat out glam rocker Adam Lambert to be crowned the Idol ’ winner. Who will take home the coveted title this year? Don’t miss the all-new season of warblers and wannabes when American Idol returns to STAR WORLD on Wed, 13 Jan at 6pm .

Premieres Wed, 13 Jan & Thu, 14 Jan @ 6pm (Jan 12 and 13 @ 8/7 USA Time - Fox)

American Idol Season 9 is presented by Greenwich, Philippines’ favorite Pizza chain.

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ROCKSTAR MARC ABAYA TO SHOW ANOTHER SIDE OF HIM IN “KULILITS”

Friday, January 8, 2010

Kjwan vocalist and former “Ligaw na Bulaklak” star Marc Abaya will showcase a skill this Saturday (Jan 9) on “Kulilits,” which will surely make him an idol among the kids.

Join Bugoy Cariño, Izzy Canillo, and Cha-cha Cañete as they discover the rockstar’s gift when it comes to arts and crafts. Aside from Marc, other creative personalities will also teach the kids on the basics of color, drawing, and designing.

The makers of “Super Inggo at ang Super Tropa” will also show how the hit animated series is made from the drawing board to the dubbing.

Don’t miss this cool and artistic episode of “Kulilits” this Saturday (Jan 9), 9:30am right after “Power Rangers” on ABS-CBN.

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“CONGRATULATIONS” VISITS “FAILON, NGAYON”

Ted Failon finally meets dancer Aprilyn Gustilo or more popularly known as “Congratulations” from the program “Wowowee.”

Join Ted this Saturday (Jan 9) in “Failon Ngayon!” as he finds out more about Aprilyn’s life story and how she got through trials and setbacks to get to where she is now.

But before that, get to know more about Ramdel, a child who got tuberculosis when he was three years old and is now suffering from a skin disease. “Failon Ngayon” will help Ramdel get the necessary treatment to cure his ailment.

Also catch the interesting stories about the Filipino’s “sampayan” or clothesline. There is a saying that the character of a person is seen through his clothes, which is why the “Sampayang Pinoy” tells many great stories.

Join Ted Failon this Saturday (Jan 9) in “Failon Ngayon!” at 5:30pm, after “Cinema FPJ” on ABS-CBN.

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