Kristine Hermosa makes surprise public appearance

MANILA, Philippines -- Kristine Hermosa's red-carpet appearance last Thursday was a welcome surprise to entertainment media and fans alike, as the prized Kapamilya star attended the premiere of an entry to this year's Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF).



Hermosa, along with husband Oyo Boy Sotto, graced the premiere night of the fantasy-comedy flick "Si Agimat, Si Enteng Kabisote at Si Ako" at SM Megamall on Thursday night.

Sotto's father, Vic, stars with Judy Ann Santos and Bong Revilla in the MMFF entry. In earlier installments of the "Enteng" film franchise, Hermosa portrayed Vic's wife.

Last seen in the fantasy series "Noah" (2010), where she portrayed Diwatang Eva, Hermosa has been on hiatus from show business since getting married to the younger Sotto in January 2011.

In December that same year, Hermosa gave birth to a baby girl, Ondrea Bliss, which prolonged her absence from the limelight.

Sotto and Hermosa also have an adopted son, Quiel.

On being a full-time mother the past years, Hermosa said, "I'm enjoying it, I'm happy. [Ondrea Bliss], she's active, and smart!"

Although she devotes most of her time to her duties as a mom, the Star Magic talent said she hopes to make her showbiz comeback in 2013.

"I'm not sure [when I will return to acting], hopefully next year. Plantsahin muna natin bago ako magsalita," she said.

Hermosa, 29, also expressed interest in a reunion project with former leading man and real-life boyfriend Jericho Rosales, "basta malinis lang."

Rosales and Hermosa's first series together, "Pangako Sa'yo" (2000), will be localized for Cambodian viewers by the Cambodian Television Network  and is set to start production in early 2013.

News of the series' revival fueled interest in another Rosales-Hermosa team-up. In an earlier interview, the actor revealed that a Malaysian production company has proposed a project starring the former couple.

Hermosa thanked her fans who continue to support her despite being inactive in show business.

"Kahit na hindi nila ako nakikita ngayon, kahit hindi ako visible on TV, maraming, maraming salamat sa suporta, dahil nandoon pa rin kayo," she said.

source: abs-cbnnews.com

Oyo, Kristine welcome their baby girl

MANILA, Philippines – Kristine Hermosa and Oyo Boy Sotto’s “answered prayer” finally came on Dec. 26, as the former gave birth to a bouncing baby girl at 11:49 p.m.

In a statement, Sotto said their baby, Ondrea Bliss, came by way of a “normal delivery with a weight of 2680gm.”

He even added, "Tin is okay and still recovering. She was brought to the hospital around 6pm yesterday. Thanks."

Recall that in a November interview with “The Buzz,” Hermosa explained that Ondrea means “strong and courageous" while Bliss means "unmeasurable joy."

Hermosa is known for having polycystic ovary, but apparently her case didn’t affect her capacity to bear a child.

PEP’s report noted that the couple’s baby was not supposed to be due until Jan. 12 next year. Despite the earlier delivery, the couple was teeming with happiness as they welcome baby Ondrea to their family.

A father’s anticipation

In a previous interview with PEP, Sotto admitted his uncertainty in becoming a father.

"Sa akin kasi, you're not ready till you're there na. Hanggang sa wala pa, hindi ko masasabi," said the son of veteran actors Dinna Bonnevie and Vic Sotto.

Nevertheless, he confessed in the report that they’ve made the “necessary preparations” to gear themselves for their child’s birth.

"Sa akin, kung ano ‘yung puwede naming gawin ngayon, ginagawa na namin.

"I attended a birthing class—‘yung mga ganun, parenting conference, ‘yung mga ganun," said the “Valiente” star. He even added that they already have a nursery for their baby.

Aside from Ondrea Bliss, the couple has an adopted son named Quiel, who is now three years old.

Hermosa and Sotto tied the knot in private ceremony at Club Balai Isabel in Talisay, Batangas on Jan. 12 this year.


source: mb.com.ph