Rachelle Ann thanks Emma Stone for watching 'Hamilton'

MANILA – Rachelle Ann Go turned into a fan girl when she met Hollywood actress Emma Stone.

On Instagram, the Filipina singer-actress shared their photo, which was taken when Stone came to see the West End production of the acclaimed hip-hop musical "Hamilton."

“I adore her so much!!! Thank you for coming to see Hamilton West End, Emma Stone,” wrote in the caption.

Go plays Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, the wife of America’s founding father Alexander Hamilton, in the musical. 

In an interview with British media, Go said she auditioned for "Hamilton" while she was in New York preparing to reprise her "Miss Saigon" role for Broadway. 

"I was sick that day — and even now I don’t know how I managed to find my singing voice. I thought that would be the last time I’d see Lin-Manuel — and anyone else connected to 'Hamilton.' So you can imagine how I cried when they rang and told me I was going to play Eliza," she said.

“Hamilton” opened in London last December 6.

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Vanessa Hudgens sizzles with co-stars in 'Grease: Live' promo

HOLLYWOOD – For many, "Grease," popularized by the classic film starring Olivia Newton John and John Travolta, is the ultimate American musical.

This January 31, Fox is airing its very first live presentation and recently released its initial promo clip.

The story of summer romance told in songs by hopelessly devoted teenage characters is being touted as the network’s must-see Sunday night event.

Playing "Rizzo," the tough leader of the pink ladies, is Fil-Am actress Vanessa Hudgens.

The character is a departure from the sweet role that Hudgens became famous for in Disney’s "High School Musical" series.

The 26-year-old-actress is no stranger to the pressure of performing live as she was also one of the stars of "Rent at the Hollywood Bowl."

Meanwhile, singer-dancer-actress Julianne Hough of "Dancing with the Stars" is "Sandy."

Broadway alum and "Graceland" star Aaron Tveit who also showcased his vocal prowess in the movie "Les Miserables," is playing "Danny."

The musical was directed by Neil Patrick Harris and was staged back in 2010.

"Grease: Live" also stars Carly Rae Jepsen, Keke Palmer, and Carlos Pena Vega.

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