Arnel Pineda welcomes baby girl

MANILA, Philippines – Journey lead vocalist and Filipino pride Arnel Pineda's wife gave birth to a healthy baby girl on Friday.

Pineda, in a series of posts on his official Twitter page, confirmed that his wife Cherry gave birth to Thea Chenelle at around 6 p.m. on Friday.

"Welcome to the world our new little bundle of joy and angel. Baby Thea Chenelle has officially arrived last night around 6 p.m.," Pineda tweeted.

The international singing sensation also thanked those who offered prayers for the well-being of his wife and daughter, and took to the micro-blogging site to show his appreciation for "mothers' sacrifice."

"Thanks to all the offered prayers. Both my wife and the little angel made it. I came to conclusion that the mothers are one of the bravest and most noble for the sacrifice they're making just to deliver the baby safe," Pineda said.

Pineda is also known to have a son, Cherub.

Pineda, who was born and raised in Manila, joined the American band Journey as its lead vocalist in 2007, after members of the long-running rock band found videos of the Pinoy pride singing their hits on video-sharing site YouTube.

Pineda, who replaced Journey's original vocalist Steve Perry, has since gone on tour with the band, and was recently made the subject of a film chronicling his rise to fame.

article source: abs-cbnnews.com

Talentadong Pinoy goes International

MANILA, Philippines - Talentadong Pinoy has always been about celebrating Filipino talent wherever they are in the world. For its latest episode, the show kicks off February with a very special Talentadong Pinoy: International Edition.

With the help of PGN Limited, TV5’s international arm, five Filpino contestants based in different countries were flown in to give them the chance to showcase their talents on the grand stage of TV5’s hit show.

Edward Lava is flying in from Singapore, working in the Lion City as a hairstylist and a personality trainer. Also from Singapore is 11-year old singing sensation Miguel Antonio Vedanaigam who has already wowed audiences after winning a popular singing contest in Singapore.

Penny Salcedo returns to the Philippines after 20 long years. She worked as an English teacher before using her singing talents to earn a living.

Like Penny, Liza Parantar has not seen her children for a long time. The mother of three has worked as a domestic helper in Hong Kong for 16 years. She considers a blessing being chosen one of the Talentadong Pinoy contestants.

Dubai-based and hardworking bartender Erick John Dizon completes the contestants of the special international episode.

Hear more about their heartwarming stories and be blown away by their world-class performances. Guest juror and international rockstar Arnel Pineda of Journey joins Tuesday Vargas and Alan K for this must-see episode.

Talentadong Pinoy: International Edition airs on February 5, Sunday, right after Who Wants To Be A Millionaire on TV5.

source: interaksyon.com