Television and Production Exponents (TAPE) Inc. executives have been summoned by the Office of the City Prosecutor of Quezon City to attend mandatory mediation conferences following a P37.9 million estafa complaint filed by GMA Network, Inc. According to a report by GMA Integrated News, the subpoena, dated May 5, 2025, directs TAPE executives Romeo Jalosjos … Read more
A video of the staff and hosts of It’s Showtime watching a segment from their rival noontime show Eat Bulaga has gone viral, sparking mixed reactions from netizens. The clip, which has garnered over 249,000 views and counting, shows the It’s Showtime crew seemingly enjoying an Eat Bulaga segment, despite the long-standing competition between the … Read more
In a swift response to a misleading social media post, OCTA Research has firmly denied conducting any study comparing the popularity of television shows “Showtime” and “Eat Bulaga.” The independent polling body, renowned for its credible research and surveys, has expressed serious concern over the misuse of its logo and name in spreading fake news. … Read more
Former Senator Tito Sotto and Joey de Leon recently stirred up a storm of controversy with their statements on Eat Bulaga, amid allegations that the show’s ratings are declining compared to Showtime. Since Showtime took over the noontime slot previously occupied by Eat Bulaga on GMA 7, many vloggers and bloggers have been capitalizing on … Read more
Television and Production Exponents (TAPE) Inc. has recently announced the end of an era with the conclusion of its beloved noontime show, “Tahanang Pinakamasaya,” set to air its final episode on Thursday, March 7, 2024. This decision marks the end of an era for loyal viewers who have been tuning in to GMA-7 for their … Read more
Many netizens rejoiced after TVJ (Tito, Vic, and Joey) emerged victorious against Tape Inc. and GMA Network, reclaiming the title “Eat Bulaga” for their noontime show. It is widely known that Joey De Leon was the original creator of the show, but the Jalosjos family insisted that they owned the title “Eat Bulaga” because, supposedly, … Read more
After the legal battle over the name of the noontime show Eat Bulaga between TVJ and the Jalosjos family, Tito, Vic, and Joey successfully reclaimed the name they founded 45 years ago. Eat Bulaga has become synonymous with the iconic trio, and when mentioned, people immediately recognize them as the long-time hosts of the show. … Read more
The discussion about the ownership of the “Eat Bulaga” name heated up when Tito, Vic, and Joey parted ways with Tape Inc., owned by the Halosjos family, who produced the show. TVJ disapproved of Tape’s management, leading to a historic announcement where they revealed on Facebook Live that they were no longer part of Eat … Read more
Marikina Regional Trial Court Branch 273 sided with the complaint of Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto, and Joey de Leon, collectively known as TVJ, against Television and Production Exponents TAPE, Inc. and GMA Network, Inc. According to the decision, “The counterclaim of defendants TAPE and GMA are hereby dismissed for lack of merit.” The issue surrounding … Read more
Jose Manalo was once a source of joy for viewers during his time on the noontime show Eat Bulaga. However, netizens have recently taken notice of his prolonged absence from TV5’s noontime show, E.A.T. Many have been wondering about his whereabouts, and these questions were addressed by veteran columnist Cristy Fermin on her YouTube channel, … Read more