Together with game master Edu Manzano, celebrity and non-celebrity families will battle it out for a chance to bring home big cash prizes and bonus giveaways.

On Monday (April 11), regular families will try to defend their “honor” in claiming the jackpot prize. Who will bring home the pot money between the Mendoza Family and the Visperas Family?

On Tuesday (April 12), the cast of the top-rating Sunday youth-oriented show, Tween Hearts, will take on the challenge and compete for big money. Members of the Tween Family composed of Joyce Ching, Ken Chan, Lexi Fernandez and Hiro Magalona will go up against the Hearts Family of Kristoffer Martin, Derrick Monasterio, Uno Pamintuan and Yassi Pressman.

On Wednesday (April 13) and Thursday (April 14), non-celebrity families will face-off in the lockout desk. Whose family will earn more points and winning streaks?

And on Friday (April 15), Angelika Jones leads her family composed of Beth, Sheryl and Arvin in a showdown against the Alano Family headed by Alyssa, Glenda, Vanessa and Jayman.

Family Feud: The Showdown Edition airs right after Starbox every weekday mornings on GMA-7.

Celebrity Families Will Compete in ‘Family Feud: the Showdown Edition’ originally appeared on Starmometer on April 10, 2011.

This top-rating and well-loved game show makes its big comeback with the perfect game master to bring a brand-new-level of thrill on the widely-popular TV fare—no other than the very versatile and multitalented television host Edu Manzano. The ace actor’s extensive command in hosting as well his infectious charm and crowd-pleasing personality will surely amuse both the contestants and viewers at home.

Packed full of bonus prizes and giveaways, major changes were also incorporated in the show including a wider selection of contestants, amusing survey questions and enhanced visual elements to make it more fun-filled and enjoyable to everyone. Making it more relatable to the televiewers, a “pampa-init” segment where Edu will have an opportunity to inject his trademark humor and joke around with the playing teams and studio audiences alike.

Aside from bringing back the “Pass or Play” option, the newest season of Family Feud launches the exciting bonus feature called “SweepHeart” where opposing families aim for a total sweep of all the answers on the board with a chance of winning additional cash rewards. A more personalized gift package will be awarded to the winning team suited to their special needs or advocacies.

The most talked about season of Family Feud is all about points, winning streaks, and top answers. Who will pass, play, steal or strike? Well, the family that plays together, wins together!

Make everyday your Family Day! Catch Family Feud: The Showdown Edition beginning April 4, Mondays to Fridays, 10:30 AM on GMA-7.

Edu Manzano will host Family Feud: The Showdown Edition starting April 4 originally appeared on Starmometer on March 31, 2011.

“Family Feud: The Showdown Edition,” to be hosted by Edu Manzano, is scheduled to air this April on GMA-7. Compared to the previous editions hosted by Richard Gomez and Dingdong Dantes in the past, this season is said to be more exciting with bigger cash prize at stake!

Auditions for this show is taking place today, March 11 and tomorrow, March 12, at the GMA Network Drive from 10am to 3pm. Families of five aged 18 and above are qualified to join. Just bring the original copy of each family member’s birth certificates from NSO and two valid IDs.

Pinoy families will once again vie for the chance to win the jackpot prize on GMA-7′s “Family Feud: The Showdown Edition” this April.

‘Family Feud’ Returns on GMA with Edu Manzano as Host originally appeared on Starmometer on March 11, 2011.

Join game master Dingdong Dantes in a weeklong face-off of different families as they outsmart each other for a chance to bring home big cash prizes.

On Monday, April 19, Kapuso’s Pop Heartthrob Mark Bautista goes head-to-head with Paolo Paraiso. Who will survive between the Bautista Family versus the Paraiso Family?

Tuesday, April 20, becomes extra special with the showdown of the Salo-Salo Together Family composed of Liezl Martinez, Giselle Sanchez, Joy Ortega and Smokey Manaloto against the Halo-Halo Together Family of Chariz Solomon, Say Alonzo, Tessbomb and Antonio Aquitania.

From Wednesday to Thursday, regular families will try to defend their “honor” in claiming the huge jackpot prize.

And on Friday, April 23, the talents of Perry Lansigan challenge the talents of Leo Dominguez. Who will bring home the jackpot between the PPL Family of Angelica dela Cruz, Carl Guevarra, Gabby Eigenmann and Arthur Solinap versus the LVD Family of Ricardo Cepeda, Snooky Serna, Emilio Garcia and John Apacible?

Dingdong’s natural charisma and energy appealed very much to the studio contestants and more importantly, the viewers of Family Feud. Even the show’s tagline, “The family that plays together, wins together!” has become a household hit.

The star-studded finale week special of Family Feud airs from April 19 to April 23 right before First Time on GMA-7.

‘Family Feud’ Will Air Final Episodes this Week originally appeared on Starmometer on April 18, 2010.

Early tonight, it’s bound to be another exciting and thrilling game because the respective families of EAT BULAGA’s hosts will face each other. Set to battle against each others’ wit is the family of Kim Dinosaur together with Migo Argente Dado, Inna Argente Dado and Cynthia Argente Dado against the family of Toni Rose Gayda with John Lim, Benny Liboro at Michael Thio.

On Thurday, the members of the family of reel loveteam JC Tiuseco and Maxene Magalona will try to outsmart each other in giving the top answers. Who will win between JC’s family members – Kari Tiuseco, Honey Tiuseco and Vian Tiuseco versus Maxene’s brood of Pia Magalona, Elmo Magalona and Saab Magalona.

And on Friday, everybody’s funny bones will surely be tickled no end when the country’s top DJs face each other. Who will outlast who, when”Boses Kikay Family” of Mr. Fu, Kristine Dera, Nicole Ehyala and Mama Belle go up against ”Ms. DJ’s Family” of DJ Mo, Papa Jack, Christuper and Papa Jepoy.

Together with the handsome Dingdong Dantes, don’t fail to miss the Celebrity Week Special ng Family Feud bukas bago mag-Ikaw Sana sa GMA.

Star-studded Family Feud Celebrity Week Special originally appeared on Starmometer on January 13, 2010.

Beginning November 30, Dingdong steps as the game master of Family Feud bringing a brand-new level of excitement and thrill on the No. 1 game show that has endeared and captivated the hearts of families time and again.

Dingdong’s slew of achievements in the industry is beyond compare and as he sets forth on his new project, he is primed to deliver his winning style, natural charisma and energy that make his adoring fans and supporters swoon over him even more.

This new milestone in his career further displays his versatility and talent in hosting for the first time a daily game show. Viewers should look forward to Dingdong’s magnetic charm and appeal as he interacts and jokes around with the contestants and studio audiences.

Being one of GMA’s hottest, most desired and prized leading men, Dingdong is all set to take the spotlight in Family Feud. Along with the numerous feats and accolades tucked under his belt, he is certainly basking in the success of his burgeoning career.

Catch Dingdong Dantes in Family Feud beginning November 30, Monday to Friday right before Ikaw Sana on GMA.

‘Family Feud’ Welcomes Dingdong Dantes originally appeared on Starmometer on November 25, 2009.

Dingdong Dantes will no longer reprise his hosting stint on Starstruck because he will replace Richard Gomez as host of Family Feud. Richard is leaving the game show because he is running for congressman of Ormoc City. Comelec prohibits celebrities who are running for public office to appear on tv or movies during campaign season for the 2010 election.

With Dingdong hosting Family Feud, Dennis Trillo, on the other hand, will lead the three hosts of Starstruck V. Joining him in hosting the reality-based artista search are Raymond Gutierrez and Rosalinda star Carla Abellana.

Dingdong Dantes is New Host of Family Feud, Dennis Trillo Will Host Starstruck originally appeared on Starmometer on November 9, 2009.

The game show that every family loves to play is back! Get ready for a fast-paced and big-time entertainment as GMA Network’s top-rating and widely-popular game show, Family Feud, returns to Filipino homes for a bigger and amazingly fun third season.

Premieres October 19, Family Feud will be hosted once again by multitalented and seasoned movie actor, Richard Gomez. He has indeed proven his mettle in hosting a TV game show which by far exceeded everyone’s expectations and remarkably endeared the viewers and contestants as well.

Richard has a lot of surprises up his sleeve for the upcoming season of the show. Aside from big cash prizes and bonus giveaways, major changes were made on the show’s set to give the third installment a “brand-new look.” A more high-tech playing mode, advanced lighting effects and fabulous studio arrangement were integrated to make it at par with its international counterpart.

What’s more, this season launches a nationwide audition for families who want to experience the thrill of being live contestants in the game show. Auditions are held in key cities in the Philippines including Cebu, Davao, Iloilo and Dagupan. The families who pass the auditions will be flown in to Manila with accommodations and travel expenses paid for by the show.

The battle is on once more for two competing families of four as they try to outsmart each other with what the “survey said” in polls conducted with 100 people. Whoever accumulates the most points in four rounds advances to the “Fast Money” round where they may win the grand prize of as much as P150,000.

In Fast Money, two representatives of the winning family must separately try to name the most popular answers to five survey questions in 20 and 25 seconds, respectively. If the total combined score of their answers reach at least 200 points, they win the jackpot. If not, they get a consolation of P50,000 and return tomorrow as the defending champions and have another chance at the jackpot which has increased to P250,000.

The defending family has a maximum of four lucky tries at the jackpot, after which they yield the crown to a new champion.

Family Feud along with its charismatic host Richard Gomez certainly appealed to the hearts of the televiewers. Everyone simply adores Richard’s charming style of interacting and joking around with the contestants and studio audiences alike.

Which family will pass, play, steal or strike? Well, the family that plays together, wins together!

Experience great enjoyment as you make everyday a family day! Family Feud premieres October 19 replacing Hole in the Wall, Monday to Friday only on GMA Network.

Family Feud Season 3 Premieres October 19 on GMA originally appeared on Starmometer on October 16, 2009.

The last time Pinoy Fear Factor made it to the Top 10 was last Tuesday with 25.6 percent. However, it wasn’t able to maintain it’s ratings last Wednesday and Thursday that’s why it missed the primetime “cut”. Pinoy Fear Factor‘s exit made way for Family Feud‘s entrance in the Top 10. In fact, The Richard Gomez’ game show is gaining popularity edging out it’s rival game show Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs from November 18 to 20 based on the overnight ratings conducted by AGB Nielsen Philippines among Mega Manila households:

November 18, Tuesday

Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 24.7%
2. Una Kang Naging Akin (GMA-7) – 22.1%
3. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) / Saan Darating ang Umaga? (GMA-7) – 18.7%
4. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) – 17.7%
5. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) – 15.1%
6. Pieta (ABS-CBN) – 14.1%
7. Rosalinda (GMA-7) – 14%
8. SiS (GMA-7) – 10.2%
9. Boy & Kris (ABS-CBN) – 8.6%
10. La Traicion (ABS-CBN) – 8.5%

Primetime:

1. Luna Mystika (GMA-7) – 38.7%
2. Gagambino (GMA-7) – 37%
3. La Lola (GMA-7) – 33%
4. Survivor Philippines (GMA-7) – 32.8%
5. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 29.1%
6. My Husband’s Woman (GMA-7) – 27.6%
7. Pinoy Fear Factor (ABS-CBN) – 25.6%
8. I Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) – 25.1%
9. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) – 24.9%
10. Dyosa (ABS-CBN) – 24.6%

November 19, Wednesday

Daytime:

1. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 22.7%
2. Una Kang Naging Akin (GMA-7) – 22.4%
3. Saan Darating ang Umaga? (GMA-7) – 20.5%
4. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) – 17.4%
5. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) – 16.2%
6. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) – 14.3%
7. Rosalinda (GMA-7) – 14.1%
8. Pieta (ABS-CBN) – 14%
9. SiS (GMA-7) – 10.3%
10. La Traicion (ABS-CBN) – 9.3%

Primetime:

1. Survivor Philippines (GMA-7) – 36.7%
2. Luna Mystika (GMA-7) – 36.4%
3. La Lola (GMA-7) – 35.1%
4. Gagambino (GMA-7) – 34.9%
5. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 31%
6. My Husband’s Woman (GMA-7) – 28.4%
7. Family Feud (GMA-7) – 23.1%
8. I Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) – 22.9%
9. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) – 21.2%
10. Dyosa (ABS-CBN) – 20.7%

November 20, Thursday

Daytime:

1. Una Kang Naging Akin (GMA-7) – 25.5%
2. Eat Bulaga! (GMA-7) – 24.4%
3. Saan Darating ang Umaga? (GMA-7) – 23.9%
4. Daisy Siete (GMA-7) – 20.6%
5. Wowowee (ABS-CBN) – 15.3%
6. Rosalinda (GMA-7) – 14.4%
7. Pieta (ABS-CBN) – 12.9%
8. Pilipinas, Game KNB? (ABS-CBN) – 12.6%
9. Boy & Kris (ABS-CBN) – 8.9%
10. SiS (GMA-7) – 8.5%

Primetime:

1. Gagambino (GMA-7) – 37.6%
2. Luna Mystika (GMA-7) – 37.2%
3. La Lola (GMA-7) – 34.2%
4. Survivor Philippines (GMA-7) – 30.8%
5. 24 Oras (GMA-7) – 29.6%
6. My Husband’s Woman (GMA-7) – 26.1%
7. TV Patrol World (ABS-CBN) – 25.3%
8. I Love Betty La Fea (ABS-CBN) – 25.1%
9. Dyosa (ABS-CBN) – 24.2%
10. Family Feud (GMA-7) – 23.4%

Source: AGB Nielsen Philippines via PEP

TV Ratings: Pinoy Fear Factor Leaves Top 10, Family Feud Getting Stronger originally appeared on Starmometer on November 21, 2008.

GMA 7 has bought the franchise to the 32-year-old game show from Fremantle Media, the company who also owns the Idol brand.

The new game show will occupy the Gobingo timeslot and will be hosted by Richard Gomez. It will air in mid-October and compete head to head with Kris Aquino‘s Kapamilya Deal or No Deal.

10 Kapuso celebrities auditioned for the hosting job but it was Goma who was chosen by the Fremantle executives.

The game show pits two families against each other in a contest to name the most popular responses to a survey-type question posed to 100 people. P150,000.00 will be accumulated everyday by the winning family until they are defeated by the challenging family. Competing on it’s first run are showbiz families.

Family Feud to be Hosted by Richard Gomez originally appeared on Starmometer on September 20, 2008.