Stories of bravery, inspiration, and fun continue to shine in It’s Showtime’s It’s Sharetime benefit show, which is part of ABS-CBN and ABS-CBN Foundation’s “Tulong-Tulong sa Pag-Ahon: Isang Daan Sa Pagtutulungan” campaign that aims to bring relief to Typhoon Odette victims. The previous shows provided food, clean water, and hygiene kits for the survivors while the current phase targets to raise funds for home repair kits, as many families remain in evacuation centers.
“It’s Sharetime” 9th episode would kick off from a little catching up with Reina Ng Tahanan grand winner ‘Reinanay’ Julianne Torres and two of the segment’s choose-gados Amy Perez and Janice De Belen, who were also the night’s hosts.
Reinanay Julianne granted us lovely life updates. Besides gaining more followers on social media, she’s able to exhibit her advocacies as a mom by taking part in community programs for women spearheaded by their local government.
Reinanay Julianne went on to share the greatest lessons she picked up from her “Reina Ng Tahanan” journey and the segment’s judges. She said there was one comment from Janice that really moved her, “Hindi ko makakalimutan na sabi n’yo, ‘I really love your energy. You are in love with life.’ Para po siyang tap on my back na, wow, may tama pala akong napapakita to my fellow moms. Contagious ‘yung energy na ‘yun na kapag gusto mo ‘yung ginagawa mo being a mom, makikitang naturally naggo-grow and naturally makaka-inspire ka. Effortlessly lang po, talagang natural silang matutuwa sa mga sinasabi mo or maniniwala sila dahil authentic ka.”
The thirst for life was exactly Julianne’s winning factor, according to Janice, “As a Reinanay, ikaw ang nagse-set ng mood ng pamilya mo. So, if you’re always down, malungkot, negative ‘yung naiisip mo, puro problema ang naiisip mo, naturally ‘yung mood ng magiging anak mo at ‘yung bahay ganun. But like you, you’re very positive. You’re literally a light that brightens the room. That’s the example you give. That’s the mood you set at home.”
Julianne also keeps in mind Ruffa Gutierrez’s comment to never dim her shine and enjoy life with kids. And that’s exactly what she did after the contest. She brought her kids to nature trips when the lockdown was lifted.
In the middle of the show, Ruffa showed up, looking gorgeous in her blonde wig. She said she just came home from work. The former beauty queen never ceases to enjoy life and try out new things. “Na-stuck tayo sa pandemic na napakatagal at napakaraming nangyari sa buhay natin, so I think it’s about time that we should be playful, adventurous,” she answered when asked about her blonde hair.
The trio went on to talk about their fun ‘marites’ moments in It’s Showtime. Ruffa misses the mommy talks with Janice and Amy since her current co-judges in “It’s Showtime Sexy Babe” are mostly young artists. The mom of two treasures all the inspiring stories and lessons she got from the Reina Ng Tahanan contestants, “Everyday is a different experience. I was able to build friendships and at the same time, ang pinakamaganda ‘yung mga istorya ng mga nanay. Everyday, there’s always something touching that brings out the nanay in me na nami-miss ko ‘yung anak ko.” She said the tales of bravery and selflessness make her feel grateful that she’s able to provide for her kids even as a single parent.
Ruffa’s eldest daughter, Lorin Gutierrez, flew to the US for her studies. Janice and Amy know it’s never easy for any mother to be distanced from her child. With that, they commended Ruffa for giving Lorin her wings.
The ‘kwentuhan’ wouldn’t be complete without teasing each other about their love life. Ruffa still has her textmate. Janice, on the other hand, maintained that she’s just in love with life, “We should be in love with life all the time para we always have hope and the drive to wake up every day, to do things.”
After the sharing of exciting stories comes the sharing of good music and awesome talents. Tawag Ng Tanghalan Season 5 graduates Josh Labing-isa and Anthony Castillo, as well as TNT’s very own Pop Pristine Marielle Montellano and All-Star Grand Resbaker Sofronio Vasquez serenaded Kapamilya and KUMUnizens.
Catch the next batch of “It’s Showtime” hosts and featured artists in the next episode of “It’s Sharetime” interactive benefits show, on March 19, live streamed at 8 p.m. on FYE Channel on Kumu, ABS-CBN Entertainment Facebook page and YouTube channel, iWantTFC, and SKYcable Channel 955 HD and Channel 155 SD. The DSWD Authority/Solicitation Permit No. of this campaign is DSWD-SB-SP-00026-21, which is valid nationwide until May 28, 2022.
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