Paulo Avelino considers his girlfriend a blessing

MANILA – Paulo Avelino doesn’t always talk about his new girlfriend in his interviews. However, he opened up a little about their relationship when he appeared on “Tonight with Boy Abunda” Monday.

According to Avelino, he considers Filipino-Australian model Jodie Elizabeth Tarasek a blessing because she came into his life at “a very weird time.”

“I just found someone who could be with me during these hard times, and who is willing to support me,” he said.

Asked how Tarasek feels that a lot of people are interested in their relationship, Avelino said: “Medyo nagugulat pa rin siya pero parang nasasanay na rin. She gets a lot of hate messages as well like tweets or Instagram comments. Nasasanay na siya.”

Although Avelino is no longer getting any younger, the actor maintained he doesn’t see himself getting married anytime soon.

But could Tarasek be the one that he’d like to spend the rest of his life with? “She could be,” Avelino briefly said.

Avelino admitted his relationship with Tarasek in July. He met the model through a common friend, and he has said that likes her for her simplicity.

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Paulo Avelino confirms Fil-Aussie model is his girlfriend

MANILA -- Rumors have been swirling for some time that Paulo Avelino has found love anew.

And on Tuesday, the Kapamilya heartthrob broke the hearts of his legion of female fans as he confirmed that he is dating Filipino-Australian model Jodie Elizabeth Tarasek. 

The "Promise of Forever" star happily addressed the romantic buzz surrounding him and Tarasek in an interview with Pep, saying: "Hindi ko na sasabihin kung kailan, pero kami na." 

He added that he met Tarasek through a common friend, and that he likes her for her simplicity. 

Rumors about the two started in July when a photo of them together went around on social media. There was also a video in which Avelino could be seen teaching Tarasek some Tagalog words. 

This is Tarasek's first high-profile relationship. According to her Instagram page, she is a Manila-based model who has starred in catalogue shoots and commercials. 

Prior to Tarasek, Avelino dated KC Concepcion. 

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Why KC is happy after breaking up with Paulo

MANILA - Actress-host KC Concepcion has proudly declared that she is happier after her much publicized break-up with Paulo Avelino.

Part of Concepcion's new life is her all-out support for sexually abused children, an issue which she passionately discussed at the launch today of "Lukso! Cirque La Vie," a circus therapy campaign for girl survivors of child abuse.

The campaign will culminate in a big circus show featuring French luminaries at Resorts World Manila in May.

Speaking with ABS-CBN News on Thursday, Concepcion that this is her way of keeping her foot on the ground amid all the showbiz hoopla and her privileged life.

The Kapamilya star was joined by her long-time friend and French Legion of Honor awardee Laurence Ligier, known for her advocacy for marginalized and abused children in the Philippines and other countries.

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Paulo finally admits relationship with KC

MANILA – For the first time, Paulo Avelino admitted that he had a relationship with KC Concepcion.

The “Bridges of Love” actor made the revelation during his appearance on “The Buzz” on Sunday.

During the show’s killer question segment, host Boy Abunda put Avelino on the hot seat and asked him directly if he was ever in a relationship with Concepcion.

Avelino initially hesitated to answer the question and became evasive. “KC and I are friends and I’ll always be there for her whenever she needs me,” he said.

Host Kris Aquino, however, noted that Avelino did not directly answer Abunda’s question, urging him to just reply with a “yes” or “no.”

Cornered, Avelino then responded: “Yes.”

However, the actor did not provide further details, especially on reports that he and Concepcion have broken up.

In one of his recent interviews, Avelino was quoted as saying he and Concepcion did not break up because “hindi naman siguro nagbi-break ang magkaibigan.”

Avelino also said he and Concepcion have different priorities as of the moment.

Meanwhile, Avelino shrugged off rumors linking him to actress Jasmine Curtis-Smith.

Last week, a photo of them in what seems to be a dinner date was sent to “The Buzz.” This triggered rumors romantically linking the two of them.

On “The Buzz” on Sunday, Avelino emphasized that she and Curtis-Smith are just friends.

“Jasmine and I are friends. We have a film coming out with Isabelle Daza. I just casually have dinner with friends, with co-workers. That’s it,” he said.

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What did KC Concepcion give Paulo Avelino for Christmas?

MANILA - Actress KC Concepcion revealed what gift she gave rumored boyfriend Paulo Avelino for Christmas.


"Binigyan ko siya ng box of 5 senses. May laman na for touch, for taste, for sight, for smell and sound," Concepcion said on "KrisTV" aired on Wednesday.

"Para sa sight binigyan ko siya ng three real books... Yung sound ang typical, music pero sabi ko, corny kung obvious, so sa sound binigyan ko siya, may nahanap ako na whisky glass na may imprint na skull, he likes kasi whisky. So parang the sound of your drink poured in your glass."

"Taste, pinadalhan ko ang family niya ng turkey. Touch, may nahanap ako (pillow) for relaxation yung parang hot and cold yung may scent sa loob at parang may beads na naiinit, pwedeng cold. Tapos sa scent, candle na malaki na bay leaf (scent), very fresh," Concepcion said.

Concepcion said she wanted to give a personalized gift so Avelino would know she is really thinking of him.

What did Avelino give her for Christmas? Concepcion said he gave her an espresso machine.

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KC reveals Paulo looked after her in hospital

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MANILA – KC Concepcion revealed that it was Paulo Avelino who looked after her day in and day out while she was confined in the hospital due to dengue.

In an interview with “The Buzz” on Sunday, Concepcion shared how much she appreciates Avelino’s efforts, noting that the Kapamilya actor has been very consistent in showing that he truly cares for her.

“Alam mo 'yang si Paulo, kahit kapag nakikita mo siyang rumarampa na ang lakas ng dating, he’s very sweet, he’s very thoughtful. Nung nasa hospital ako, siya talaga 'yung nag-alaga every night and day. 'Yun ang sincerity na hindi mo talaga mafe-fake,” she said.

Last week, Concepcion shared a video clip where she is could be seen singing Beyonce’s “Single Ladies” while Avelino was playing the guitar.


According to the “Ikaw Lamang” actress, she shared the video because he wanted the people to know how sweet Avelino is.

“Kasi when you’re sick, kapag naospital ka, parang ang lungkot. Parang lahat ng tao hindi alam kung bibisitahin ka or hindi. Siya, no questions asked. Talagang nandun siya,” she said.

“Ayaw ko na mag-deny. Pero hindi naman pag-amin ito. Ang sa akin, artista so kapag ganun, celebrity or nakikita ka sa TV, hindi ka pwedeng humingi ng privacy lagi. Nag-decide akong i-share kasi napaka-sweet ni Pau,” she added.

But what is it that’s stopping the two of them to be together?

“Honestly, we have our ups and downs. We are very, very, very close. I can really say isa siya sa mga best friends ko. Not to say na hanggang doon lang pero maganda 'yung friendship namin. It’s very real, genuine. Wala naman kaming project together. We are very, very good friends,” she said.

Despite this, Concepcion said she wants to make sure that her next relationship would already be the one for keeps.

“Pero siguro nandun din 'yung siyempre may anak na siya. Siyempre ako ayaw ko din mag-commit sa isang tao na—kasi dapat tuluy-tuloy na 'yun. Hindi pa namin napag-uusapan exactly kung ano 'yung meron kami pero you’re right, whatever we have now, we are happy that way,” she said.

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KC confirms dating Paulo Avelino again

MANILA - Actress KC Concepcion admitted that she is again dating Paulo Avelino amid speculations about the real score between the two.

In an interview with Push during her contract signing with ABS-CBN, the 29-year-old said that she is willing to try again with Avelino, but added that her tight schedule may play a part.

"Medyo nagmamakaawa ako na sana intindihin din ako kung may times na parang mag-aadjust pa ako sa schedule," she said.

"Sana naman mahanapan ng way na parang makapag-date pa din or makapag-spend ng time with you know, kung sinong makakapagpa-happy sa iyo," she added.

Last month, the two were spotted in Baguio together after Concepcion returned to the country from New York. Avelino earlier cited that the distance was one of the factors affecting their "relationship."

"Yun naman yung maganda when you’re able to spend time para makilala mo din yung tao 'di ba?" Concepcion asked, referring to the actor.

"Para makilala namin yung isa't isa. 'Yun ang pinaka-importante sa lahat, 'yung malaman mo kung paano ba talaga ang isang tao. Basta we're okay. 'Yun lang ang masasabi ko siguro. Okay kami," she said.

Concepcion also revealed that the Baguio trip was planned by Avelino, and said that she appreciates the "efforts" being made by the actor.

"Gusto kong maramdaman lang na normal ako ganun. Na hindi ako natatakot na maglakad sa streets of Manila. And napag-usapan lang namin one time na nagplano siya na parampahin ako sa Session Road," she said.

"Kinabahan ako actually kasi first time ko actually na wala talagang maraming kasama. Pero 'yun lang, we're okay. Sa time namin ngayon in our lives important yung work," she reiterated.

Concepcion is set to feature in the ongoing television series "Ikaw Lamang," while Avelino is currently cast as one of the major characters in ABS-CBN's newest primetime soap "Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon."

"Passion niya 'yung work. Passion ko rin 'yung work. Kaya rin kami magkasundo. We're happy for each other and we're okay," she explained.

Earlier in the year, Avelino said on national television that his special relationship with Concepcion hasn't taken off but is definitely not yet over.

Avelino first admitted to dating Concepcion in November last year, weeks after he confirmed his separation from former girlfriend, actress LJ Reyes, with whom he has a son.

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KC, Paulo spotted together in Baguio

MANILA – Actress KC Concepcion continued to be evasive about the real score between her and Paulo Avelino even after a picture of them together in Baguio City last week made the rounds online.

Last Friday, “The Buzz” caught up with the actress, who just came from a meeting of her upcoming show which will soon be aired on ABS-CBN.

Still excited about her new project, Concepcion generously granted “The Buzz” an interview where she talked about her upcoming show.

“I am proud to say that yes, malapit niyo na akong makita sa ABS-CBN and meron akong future show na tinatrabaho ngayon,” she said.

Concepcion, however, was not able to escape questions about her love life when asked if her new project is the sole reason why she returned to the Philippines.

“For now kasi work ang priority ko. Work hard, play hard,” she said.

Concepcion has been staying in New York City where she is taking up an acting course. The long distance was one of the factors cited by Avelino in a past interview affecting their “relationship.”

“Kasi excited ako sa bago kong show. Parang kailangan huminahon muna siya (her love life) and magfo-focus muna ako ulit sa show na gagawin ko,” she said.

Two weeks ago, Avelino said on national television that his special relationship with Concepcion hasn’t taken off but is definitely not yet over.

Avelino first admitted dating Concepcion in November last year, weeks after he confirmed his separation from former girlfriend, actress LJ Reyes, with whom he has a son.

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KC, Paulo spend time together in New York

MANILA – Paulo Avelino and KC Concepcion recently spent some quality time together in New York.

On Instagram, Concepcion shared a photo of her and Avelino posing in the kitchen.

The actress said she was happy that she got to cook for Avelino that day.

"Safe flight home. It made my heart happy to cook for you that day & to see you enjoying the little things, even just for a while. Thank you. For everything,” she wrote as the photo's accompanying caption.

Last November, Avelino admitted on national television that he and Concepcion are dating. He has been a determined suitor of the actress since then.

Concepcion, who is in New York for a short course on acting, said she admires Avelino for continuously exerting effort to win her heart even if they are miles apart.

"Paulo and I are very, very good friends, isa talaga siya sa mga best friends na meron ako. But I'm not leaving it at best friend. Siyempre at this point, tinitignan ko rin kung baka naman okay siya maging boyfriend. Ayaw ko na ng heartbreak," she said.

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KC admits 'crush' on suitor Paulo

MANILA -- KC Concepcion drew "kilig" among her online followers on Tuesday when she confessed having a crush on actor Paulo Avelino, who has admitted courting the actress-host.

In a post on Instagram, the 28-year-old Concepcion shared a photo of Avelino on a 2012 cover of women's lifestyle magazine Cosmpolitan, where he appears shirtless.

"San man ako makarating basta crush ko parin sya sa cover na to. CRUSH lang naman!! Bawal ang nega. LOL #thatsall #sorrynotsorry #justagirl" Concepcion said in the photo's caption.

Several comments on Concepcion's posts approved of her candid confession, with others urging the actress to say "yes" to Avelino.





Early this week, the 25-year-old actor, who first admitted pursuing Concepcion in November last year, said he continues to exert effort to woo the "Boy Golden" actress.

"Now sobrang busy namin pareho," Avelino said, citing his ongoing series and Concepcion's studies in the United States. "[But] we still communicate. Siguro ang masasabi ko lang ngayon, I am inspired."

"May effort. Kumbaga, she's studying, winter doon," he added. "Sometimes you just want to inspire someone, ganoon din siya. She has been inspiring me also, giving me advice."

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Paulo exerting extra effort in wooing KC

MANILA - Actor Paulo Avelino said he has been exerting extra effort in wooing actress KC Concepcion, who is currently studying abroad.

Avelino said that despite their busy schedules, he and Concepcion still make it a point to get in touch with each other.

"Now sobrang busy namin pareho. Now I'm doing a soap here and she's in the US taking different classes. [But] we still communicate. Siguro ang masasabi ko lang ngayon, I am inspired," Avelino said.

"May effort. Kung baga, she's studying, winter doon. Sometimes you just want to inspire someone, ganoon din siya. She has been inspiring me also, giving me advice," he added.

It was November last year when Avelino confirmed that he is dating Concepcion.

The actor said he is impressed by Concepcion's beauty and brains.

Currently, Avelino is busy taping for the finale of ABS-CBN's hit series "Honesto," which will air its last episode on March 14.

"Honesto," which stars child actor Raikko Mateo, airs weeknights after "TV Patrol."

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Sharon, Gabby have nothing against Paulo Avelino

MANILA – Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion have nothing against Paulo Avelino after the actor admitted that he is currently dating their daughter, actress KC Concepcion.

In two separate interviews with “Buzz ng Bayan” aired on Sunday, both said they are not going to intervene with their daughter’s love life as long as KC is happy.

“Ay ayoko makialam! Pero okay lang sa akin basta masaya si KC. 'Yun lang,” Cuneta said.

As for Gabby, he said: “Basta kung sino ang mamahalin mo, at mahal mo okay sa akin yun. Basta ang importante doon, naipapakita nila ang concern nila sa isa’t isa.”

Gabby added that he likes people who are respectful and kind.

“Binati niya ako. It doesn’t matter [kung nagpapalakas], ang importante magalang siyang tao. Gusto ko 'yung mga taong ganun, mabait, magalang and marunong rumespeto,” he said.

Following Avelino’s admission on national television two weeks ago, KC clarified on her Twitter account that she is not exclusively dating the actor.

“Hi. So... I am not dating anyone EXCLUSIVELY. At least not yet! Just wanted to clear the air! Goodnight, Philippines,” she said.

KC then posted another tweet after several minutes confirming that she is seeing the “Honesto” actor but is still single as of the moment.

“To those asking: Yes @mepauloavelino & I enjoy each others company, yes we spend time, but nothing serious right now! I am still single,” she said.

Avelino, on the other hand, said he did not intend to make it appear that he and KC are already serious with each other.

“Like what I’ve said in the interview, we’re dating. Dating with me is having dinner, talking -- nothing more than that,” he said.

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Paulo Avelino confirms dating KC Concepcion

MANILA – Actor Paulo Avelino took viewers of "Buzz ng Bayan" by surprise when he revealed that he is currently dating actress KC Concepcion.

Although he was initially hesitant to open up about his private life, Avelino nonetheless confirmed on national television that he and Concepcion are friends and that he likes the actress.

“Yes [we are friends]. Yes [I like her], we are dating. I just want to keep things private,” he said in a sit-down interview with “Buzz ng Bayan” on Sunday.

Asked how long have they known each other, Avelino said: “Matagal na kaming magkakilala. First work ko here sa ABS, ‘MMK’ with her. That was two years ago.”

Because of his admission, Avelino topped the local trending topics of Twitter as netizens expressed their surprise with the actor's revelation.

The “Honesto” actor added that he did not get jealous when Concepcion went out on a group date with NBA cager Chandler Parsons.

“Me as a person, hindi rin talaga ako seloso. I try to think about things first before I really say anything or just bring it out,” he said.

Furthermore, Avelino noted that it was Concepcion herself who said that she and the American athlete are just friends.

“Nasabi naman niya yung totoo, [na they are friends] so wala naman siguro problema,” he said.

Son with LJ

Meanwhile, Avelino opened up about his son with former girlfriend, actress LJ Reyes.

It was only recently when Avelino confirmed in a press conference that he and Reyes have already ended up their relationship although they continue to remain friends for their son.

“I want to protect the privacy of my son. I want him to have a simple life, a normal life. Kapag may sarili na siyang isip and sabihin niya na gusto niyang mag-showbiz or magtanong siya, choice niya na rin iyon,” he said.

Avelino said he treasures being a father and that he spends all his free time with his son.

“Kapag wala po akong trabaho, I don’t really think of it as my responsibilities as a dad. Siyempre kapag mahal mo ang anak mo, ginagawa mo na lang iyon kasi gusto mo makita anak mo, gusto mo siya makitang masaya, gusto mo siyang turuan ng values,” he explained.

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Why did Paulo Avelino back out of series with Angel?

MANILA – Actress Angel Locsin said she does not feel bad over the alleged decision of actor Paulo Avelino to back out of an upcoming series which they are supposed to headline.

In an interview with ABS-CBN News on Tuesday, Locsin said she understands that Avelino has a more important personal matter to attend to.

She did not give further details.

“Sinabi sa akin na hindi nga daw matutuloy. May common friend kami na nag-explain na mayroon yatang personal problem si Paulo na kailangan niya i-prioritize. Hindi ko alam kung nai-share niya sa inyo, pero 'yun lang ang masasabi ko. Naiintindihan ko naman iyon, kailangan niya talaga unahin yun,” she said.

Locsin, however, said she would definitely feel offended if Avelino backed out because he just does not want to work with her.

“Kung ako ang dahilan, siguro magtatampo ako. Anong ginawa ko? Baka gusto mo naman ako subukan, kaya ko rin naman umarte. Pero hindi naman iyon ang dahilan. Siguro baka may ibang pagkakataon pa. Siguro hindi lang ito,” she said.

Locsin said she has heard a lot about Avelino, although she has yet to meet the newbie Kapamilya actor.

“Yung project kasi na ito, originally si Paulo daw ang ka-love team although hindi ko pa naman nakakausap si Paulo. Actually hindi ko alam kung nagkita na kami ever. Alam ko lang na magaling siyang artista,” she said.

Reports say that the soap Locsin is talking about will also feature Maja Salvador and Jericho Rosales. The working title of the supposed upcoming series is “Hanggang Kailan Kita Mamahalin.”

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Paulo Avelino turns singer, launches CD

MANILA, Philippines -- Actor Paulo Avelino has added "singer" to his resume as he launched his self-titled debut album under Universal Records on Tuesday.

In an interview during the press launch of his CD, Avelino admitted that singing is one of his secret passions.

"Noong bata pa ako, lumaki ako sa mga kantang pangbanda like Parokya ni Edgar at Eraserheads ay pumasok din nga sa isip ko na gusto long subukan," the "Walang Hanggan" actor said.

Avelino said the CD is his offering to his fans who have been very supportive of his projects.

"I think kaya may album dahil sa ganda na rin ng career ko at bilang pasasalamat sa fans ko," he said.

Included in his six-track CD are covers of OPM hits like "Gaano Kadalas Ang Minsan," "Your Love," "Yakap sa Dilim," "Bakit Labis Kitang Mahal."

Meanwhile, Avelino said his last taping day for the hit primetime series "Walang Hanggan" might be on October 26.

"Malungkot ako at magtatapos na 'yung show pero kailangan harapin lang," he said.

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