Alcaraz said he and Precious are planning for a beach wedding and they’ve found the perfect resort in Nasugbu, Batangas.

In an interview by Yahoo! Philippines, Marco declared that Precious Quigaman is “the one.”

“…sabi ko sa sarili ko na nang nakita ko yung babaeng gusto kong makasama habang buhay, bakit pa ako pipili ng iba?” Marco intimated.

Marco also shared that he converted to Christianity because of Precious.

“…si Lara rin ang naglapit sa akin kay Lord. Every Sunday nakaka-pagsimba na ako. Nag-convert ako para sa kanya and part na ako ng No Walls Church,” he said.

Marco Alcaraz is one of the stars of GMA-7′s upcoming afternoon soap opera “Broken Vow.”

Photo Credit: GMA-7

Marco Alcaraz Announces Upcoming Wedding with Precious Lara Quigaman originally appeared on Starmometer on February 5, 2012.

A touching story about an extraordinary friendship, the episode highlights how ‘Analina’ (Quigaman) saw the ‘good’ in ‘Poying’ (Sanchez) who is feared by their community for being an ‘aswang.’ Despite Poying’s unusual behavior, Analina treated Poying as part of her family.

Directed by Jerry Lopez Sineneng and written by Joan Habanna, the ‘Aswang’ episode also features Kathleen Hermosa, Dionne Monsanto, Gerald Madrid, Lui Villaruz, Maliksi Morales, Lui Manansala, and Khaycee Aboloc.

Don’t miss the longest running drama anthology of Asia, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” (MMK), every Saturday night, after “Junior Master Chef Pinoy Edition.” For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.faceboook.com/MMKOfficial.

Precious and Sylvia Star in ‘Aswang’ Episode of ‘Maalaala Mo Kaya’ this Saturday originally appeared on Starmometer on November 23, 2011.

Written by Pablo S. Gomez, “Mutya” is a fantasy novel about mermaids. It is a story of a woman named Cordelia who unexpectedly falls in love with Irvin, the prince of the sea. As unforeseen events take place, the will two part ways and will be drifted into different situations. Prince Irvin will marry another mermaid while Cordelia will give birth to Mutya.

The said series is indeed a comeback project for Alfred Vargas as a Kapamilya after leaving the network seven years ago. His last teleserye on ABC-CBN was “Sa Dulo ng Walang Hanggan”.

Precious Lara Quigaman will play a vital role in the series, also her comeback project after May Bukas Pa, breathing life to the character of Cordelia.

Joining the powerhouse cast of ‘Mutya’ are Malou Crisologo as Octupina, Sandy Andolong as Madam Delilah, Tess Antonio as Ester, Gary Lim as Lolo Sheldon and Pen Medina as Haring Merrick. It is also reappearance for Ogie Diaz after his stint in ‘Momay’.

Star of the newest primetime series is Mutya Orquia, another child actress that will shine like Xyriel Manabat and Zaijian Jaranilla. To date, Mutya is already considered as the new ‘Marina’.

Nina Jose, Ahron Villena (CLICK HERE TO VIEW PHOTOS) and Jairus Aquino will also play important parts in the fantaserye.

Under the direction of Erick Salud and Jojo Saguin, this fantaserye will give a new face on your primetime habit as it will bring us an out-of- this-world undersea adventure.

Mark your calendars on January 31 (Monday) as ‘Mutya’ wets away our stressful nights with a splash on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida.

Watch the full trailer here:

Images courtesy of Jojit Lorenzo

‘Mutya’ Premieres on January 31 originally appeared on Starmometer on January 29, 2011.

And the said beauty queen is none other than Miss International 2005, Precious Lara Quigaman.

Precious will star in “Mutya”, an upcoming fantaserye on ABS-CBN based from the novel by Pablo S. Gomez. She will be the newest mermaid on primetime television.

Also in the cast of “Mutya” are Malou Crisologo, Nina Jose and the returning kapamilya Alfred Vargas, who will be Precious Lara’s leading man in the said fantaserye.

Watch ABS-CBN’s “Bida Best” trailers here:

Precious Lara Quigaman Plays a Mermaid in ‘Mutya’ originally appeared on Starmometer on December 19, 2010.

Photo Credits:

GMA-7 – Jackie Rice, Kyla
ABS-CBN – Yen Santos

Previously:

51. Georgina Wilson
52. Dawn Zulueta
53. Jewel Mische
54. Sarah Lahbati
55. Alex Gonzaga
56. Jodie Sta. Maria
57. Bianca Manalo
58. Gretchen Barretto
59. Maxene Magalona
60. Katrina Halili
61. Isabel Oli
62. Carmina Villaroel
63. Solenn Heusaff
64. Ehra Madrigal
65. Catherine Remperas
66. Nina Kodaka
67. Aicelle Santos
68. Glaiza de Castro
69. Lucy Torres Gomez
70. Jennica Garcia
71. Lea Salonga
72. Valerie Concepcion
73. Nadine Samonte
74. Sheena Halili
75. Angelika dela Cruz
76. Agot Isidro
77. Iwa Moto
78. Diva Monteliba
79. Jessy Mendiola
80. Dimples Romana
81. Donita Rose
82. Bela Padilla
83. Camille Prats
84. Andi Manzano
85. Megan Young
86. Arci Munoz
87. Ruffa Gutierrez
88. Regine Angeles
89. Diana Zubiri
90. Jean Garcia
91. Rica Peralejo
92. Nina Jose
93. Queenie Padilla
94. Vicky Morales
95. Princess Velasco
96. Jonalyn Viray
97. Karla Paula Henry
98. Stef Prescott
99. Wendy Valdez
100. Sandra Seifert

The Top 20 Final Poll is ongoing. To vote, click here. 4 days to go!

100 Most Beautiful Women in the Philippines for 2010 – Nos. 46 to 50 originally appeared on Starmometer on October 20, 2010.

Kamakailan lang nang isapubliko ng beauty queen turned actress na si Precious Lara Quigaman ang relasyon nito sa hunk actor na si Marco Alcaraz. Bagama’t in-love, active na active pa rin si Lara sa kanyang showbiz career at kasalukuyan ngang busy sa kanyang pinakabago at top-rating afternoon teleseryeng Precious Hearts Hearts (PHR) presents Impostor.

Kasama ang “Prinsipe at Prinsesa ng Masa” na sina Jason Francisco at Melai Cantiveros, Prince of Romance Sam Milby at Drama Sweetheart Maja Salvador, mapapanood si Lara sa PHR presents Impostor bilang isang kontrabidang kaiinisan ng mga manonood.

Ayon kay Lara, hindi siya nagdalawang isip sa pagtanggap sa bagong proyektong ito. “I’ve had no hesitation in accepting the role because of the good story, heavy casting and good director at s’yempre dahil na-challenge din ako.”

Dagdag pa ni Lara, gusto niya laging sumubok ng mga bagong roles. “Gusto kong mag-try ng bago para hindi naman predictable sa tao ‘yung character ko. I’m not afraid to portray any role mapa-nanay man ‘yan or kontrabida, conservative or ideal woman. I treat every project as an opportunity to prove myself as an actress with ‘flexibility’ to portray different roles.”

Bilang paghahanda, nag-research si Lara sa kanyang bagong role. “Pinanood ko ‘yung atake ng mga kontrabida na tumatak sa mga tao, not to imitate them but to check kung ano na ‘yung mga nagawa na at hindi pa nagagawa. Ako naman, ‘yung atake ko dito is modern young kontrabida, glamorous pero pailalim umatake. “

Gagampanan ni Lara ang karakter ni Monique Benitez, ang nakatatandang kapatid ni Mariz (Maja). Si Monique ang susi sa katauhan at lihim ng Impostor. Siya ang may likha, siya ang kumokontrol, ang tanging nakakaalam sa pagkatao ng Impostor.

Nang tanungin si Lara kung may pagkakapareho sila ng karakter niyang si Monique, magka-iba raw sila. “Monique is a very sad woman with so much hatred, bitterness and hurt. I’m nothing like her. I’m easy to please and forgive. The role itself actually is very challenging.”

Sa bigat nga ng role, laking pasalamat ni Lara at suportado siya ng boyfriend sa bago niyang TV project, “Marco is really supportive. He wants me to enjoy it and encourages me that I can do it well. Isipin ko na lang daw nag-aaway kami.”

Tumutok sa mga tumutinding eksena sa Precious Hearts Romances presents Impostor at alamin kung paano paiikutin ni Monique ang buhay nina Popoy (Jason), Anthony (Sam), Devin (Melai) at Mariz (Maja). Huwag itong palampasin tuwing 3:45 ng hapon, pagkatapos ng Rosalka sa ABS-CBN.

Precious Lara Quigaman Plays a Kontrabida in ‘Impostor’ originally appeared on Starmometer on May 24, 2010.

No. 26 – Iza Calzado
(2008 Ranking: 12)

No. 27 – Precious Lara Quigaman
(2008 Ranking: 36)

No. 28 – Kris Aquino
(2008 Ranking: 60)


No. 29 – Ruffa Gutierrez
(2008 Ranking: 21)


No. 30 – Iwa Moto
(2008 Ranking: 29)

100 Most Beautiful Pinays of 2009 – Nos. 26 to 30 originally appeared on Starmometer on September 26, 2009.

Disqualified Binibini Appears on Wowowee

Among the guest beauty queens in Wowowee last Saturday, Sandra Seifert is the only one who hasn’t been crowned yet because she was disqualified by the organizers of Bb. Pilipinas a couple of weeks ago. But she did not quit in fulfilling her dream to become a queen as she joined Miss Philippines 2009.

Sandra showcased her wit and charm as the Wowowee host Willie Revillame interviewed her. In the talent portion, she introduced her two younger brothers, one is a student and the other is an international model, and they joined her with her dance number to the delight of the crowd.

Video Link: Sandra Seifert on Wowowee

Precious Meets Willie

The last guest to participate in the game was Miss International 2005 Precious Lara Quigaman. Precious was a former host of Wowowee who got booted off the noontime program for bringing her boyfriend in the noontime show’s special tour in Hawaii. According to reports, Willie was the deciding factor for the said ouster.

Last Saturday, Willie and Precious exchanged hard-hitting wise cracks but kissed and made up in the end.

Video Link: Precious Lara Quigaman Meets Willie Revillame on Wowowee

Disqualified Binibini Appears on Wowowee, Willie Meets Precious Lara Quigaman originally appeared on Starmometer on March 24, 2009.

No. 36 – Precious Lara Quigaman
(2007 Ranking: 39)

No. 37 – Regine Velasquez
(2007 Ranking: 49)

No. 38 – Diana Zubiri
(2007 Ranking: 32)

No. 39 – Alessandra de Rossi
(2007 Ranking: 46)

No. 40 – Melissa Ricks
(New Entry)

100 Most Beautiful Pinays of 2008 – Nos. 36 to 40 originally appeared on Starmometer on September 6, 2008.

In an interview with Boy Abunda on the Buzz Sunday afternoon, Precious admitted that she indeed brought her boyfriend in Hawaii last week when the noontime program held a special show in the island. But it’s not only her boyfriend that she brought with her but also her mom.

She said, “I was pulled out…siguro axed talaga is the term. I’ll tell you the story talaga… Nagalit si Kuya, Kuya Willie [Revillame]. There was a rule daw that I was not allowed to bring a boyfriend, which is very unclear to me. I did not know. I wasn’t told very clearly. The only time I was told was parang it was like a joke and I even… I’m not gonna even say that anymore.

“Pero there was no rule to me. I didn’t understand that. And I knew naman talaga that if I was going to bring my boyfriend and my mom, dapat hindi maapektuhan ang work, which is what happened.

“I’m sure that the people from Wowowe who came with us, they can attest to it na hindi ko naman napabayaan ang work ko. I was never late. I was never absent for any rehearsal, for any TV guesting, for the show itself. I did my best. I gave my best. So, surprise lang talaga ako doon sa reason nila sa pagtanggal sa akin because I brought my boyfriend and my mom along,” Lara added.

Boy Abunda clarified with Lara that the rule forbidding any of its stars to bring their girlfriend or boyfriend to work is not a company rule of ABS-CBN. But each program of the kapamilya network has its own “house rules” and unfortunately in Wowowee, this is one of them.

Lara further explains, “The only time they saw my mom and my boyfriend was at the last day ng stay namin sa Hawaii. Only in the airport na nga lang, tapos nung nasa airport. My mom didn’t even watch the show para lang wala silang masabi. Kasi I was told, okay if they are coming, kung sasama sila, huwag na lang silang magpakita. Don’t let them come with you in the rehearsal or anything like that. And that was they did.”

Lara firmly declared that she will no longer return in Wowowee even if Willie Revillame and the rest of the staff will ask her back. She added that despite of the matter, she will still be a kapamilya and her fans can still watch her in “That’s My Doc.”

Precious Lara Quigaman Confirms She was Axed from Wowowee originally appeared on Starmometer on May 26, 2008.