Denise Laurel

 

Denise Laurel is one kapamilya star whom I missed when her character Emerald suddenly left the tv show "Kristine" where she starred with leading man Rafael Rosell. I kinda like their tandem since the two were paired in previous Precious Heart romances episodes. There was speculation that Denise was pregnant so she left. All was quiet till she came back and admitted to having a child. Now she's back. Hopefully, her tandem with Rafael will be revived. ^_^

(Star Magic Ball 2010)

Before the Precious Heart romances were shown, stars like Denise had to wait for their break. There were clearly too many lead stars. In a way, it's good that we see lots of newer and younger stars being given a break these days.Denise was in a Close Up commercial and was paired with Sam Milby. She was even linked to him for a while. She was also involved in a picture scandal where her top sort of fell off when she was in a pool.

(Star Magic Ball 2009)

Jessy Mendiola

I remember Jessy Mendiola from a Jollibee commercial. She then later on starred opposite Enchong Dee on "Boystown" (a remake of the original 80's movie). Jessy  also starred opposite Coco Martin on "Kung Tayo'y Magkakalayo" as his love interest. This improved her acting as she stood out in the remake of "Gimik" (the next generation).

(Star Magic Ball 2010)

Jessy was launched into stardom when she became the lead role in "Sabel" starring with the late AJ Perez and Joseph Marco.

Wow for Jessy's look here. She does look more grown up in this year's Star Magic Ball. I wonder what her next project would be. Plus, she's now being compared to Kristine Hermosa in terms of beauty. Is she going to be given more daring and mature roles after "Sabel"?

(Star Magic Ball 2011)

Mariel Rodriguez

Mariel Rodriguez here attended the Star Magic Ball then with boyfriend Zanjoe Marudo. They were a lovely couple. But Mariel is now happily married to Robin Padilla, after a whirlwind romance that started with being co-hosts for then noontime show "Pilipinas Win na Win!" Mariel co-hosts "Happy Yipee Yehey."

(Star Magic Ball 2009)

Maricar Reyes

I can't help but think that Maricar Reyes is a kapamilya favorite. Since she was discovered and launched, and later on got caught in a sex video scandal, Maricar is hardly absent from tv or movie projects. She has kept mum about the scandal issue and it seemed to turn to her favor. Anyway, I think she's a talented actress.

(Star Magic 2011)

I may not have liked Maricar's role in "Lovers in Paris" remake as Karen, but I did like her Samantha character on "Immortal." I think she stood out in her performance there. I was sorry they had to kill off her character towards the end.

(Star Magic 2010)

Maricar's first attendance at Star Magic Ball. Her guesting role on "Betty la Fea" remake paved the way for her movie and tv appearances, but I believe it was the video scandal that made people pay more attention to her. A few years down the line, perhaps not many would remember it anymore. It will be good to watch Maricar as one of the lead characters in any project.

(Star Magic 2009)

Empress Schuck

Here is another kapamilya princess who was launched in "Rosalka" last year. It's none other than Empress Schuck seen here with new leading man E-jay Falcon on recently concluded "Guns & Roses." Empress has indeed come this far since playing child roles in various movie and tv projects. I wonder what her next project would be.

(Star Magic Ball 2011)

Empress in last year's Star Magic Ball with "Rosalka" leading man Matt Evans. Matt is Melissa's escort this year.

(Star Magic Ball 2010)

Venus Raj

2010 Ms. Universe Pageant 4th Runner-Up Maria Venus Raj attended the Star Magic Ball this year. I love this white gown that this towering height beauty queen is donning. I'm sure it made Venus's morena color stand out. Venus has since joined the morning group of "Umagang Kay Ganda."

(Star Magic Ball 2011)

Kristine Hermosa

A very pregnant Kristine Hermosa attended this year's ball with husband Oyo Sotto. Kristine remains to be one of the prettiest faces. She looks even prettier now that she's preggy. I last watched her on the remake of "Maruja" for television. I think that show was nicely written and I enjoyed watching it.

(Star Magic Ball 2011)