"I Love Betty La Fea" is number One in the hearts of Filipinos!

Korina Sanchez recently featured "I Love Betty La Fea" in her informative magazine show "Rated K" last Sunday. The local adaptation of  Columbian's Yo Soy Betty La Fea is not just making waves in the TV ratings but also number one in the hearts of every Filipino viewers. Check out the heartwarming interview of Bea Alonzo and John Lloyd Cruz after the jump.

I Love Betty La Fea - Rated K Feature

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ABS-CBN Christmas 2008 Interviews with I Love Betty La Fea Cast

Interview of few I Love Betty La Fea cast on their Christmas past, present and future for the ABS-CBN Station ID plugs featuring John Lloyd Cruz, Vhong Navarro, and Ai Ai delas Alas. We are also looking forward to Christmas Station ID from Ruffa Gutierrez, Megan Young, Wendy Valdez, Sam Concepcion and especially Bea Alonzo!





  John Lloyd Cruz (Armando Solis)


Vhong Navarro (Nicholas Mora)


Ai Ai DeLas Alas (Julia Pengson)


Also more interview videos of other ABS-CBN talents such as Maricel Soriano, Angel Locsin, Sharon Cuneta-KC Concepcion, Kris Aquino, Judy Ann Santos, Gabby Concepcion, Boy Abunda, Sam Milby, Aga Mulach-Bayani Agbayani, Piolo Pascual, Gary Valenciano, Makisig Morales, Edu-Luis Manzano, and Ms. Charo Santos.Video credits goes to sillynstubborn in YouTube.

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Bea Alonzo and John Lloyd Cruz: The Bettyful and the Cover Boy

The Philippine Entertainment Portal (Pep.ph) has recently featured Bea Alonzo and John Lloyd. One of the best team up on the TV screen this 2008 via smash-hit phenomenon telenovela I Love Betty La Fea as "Betty and Armando". They are the young stars whose every word, gesture, and film or TV project fans eat for breakfast. Together or on their own they have earned, and fully deserve, the tag, "Celebrity."

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I Love Betty La Fea Episode 9 Behind-The-Scenes Set Photos

Here are some awesome photos of Bea Alonzo, John Lloyd Cruz, Meryll Soriano and Vhong Navarro on location with I Love Betty La Fea at Rainforest Park, Pasig. This was the shooting for "I Love Betty La Fea" Episode 9, during the street party launch of Radiance sunblock. These set photos is courtesy of Trina (ultimate Cybertropa member).

I Love Betty La Fea at Rainforest Park, Pasig

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John Lloyd Cruz plays his opposite

By Bot Glorioso
Source: www.philstar.com

John Lloyd Cruz is not expecting it to happen so soon. That is, to be teamed up again with Bea Alonzo after starring in A Very Special Love with Sarah Geronimo that green lighted the plan for them to do projects away from each other’s shadows. It also somehow put to an acid test John Lloyd’s (but not yet for Bea) bankability with another screen partner.

But their tandem seems unbreakable as they will be paired anew on ABS-CBN’s latest upcoming TV series I Love Betty La Fea.

“And I never thought it would be this big (the project). Actually, it was never an intention to break our love team but to see what we can do individually or show that we can have other partners,” John Lloyd says.

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Besides, their six-year team up has already created a strong foundation too tough to break due to the overwhelming support John Lloyd and Bea are getting. The two starred in the heart-wrenching love stories and feel good movies My First Romance, Now That I Have You, Close to You, All About Love, One More Chance, Kay Tagal Kitang Hinintay and Maging Sino Ka Man Book 1 & 2.

This time, televiewers will see them in a light comedy with a little touch of drama where John Lloyd looks at his character as one big challenge. He is the exact opposite of Armando Solis, the sports-minded, ladies’ man boss and love interest of Bea’s Betty La Fea. He, too, is much younger than the character played by Jorge Enrique Abello in the Colombia TV series.

But like a soldier following orders from his commander, John Lloyd welcomes the challenge of living up to the role.

“Honestly, medyo nangangapa ako. I’m starting from scratch because I didn’t get to watch any Betty La Fea episode. But since this is given to me whether I like it or not, I will do my responsibility whole-heartedly or kung di man sa umpisa, I will definitely make my way to do it. Kung ano ang ibigay, tanggap,” John Lloyd shares.

And he will do anything and everything as far as acting is concerned including playing a gay role and some nudity, if needed. This, John Lloyd feels, would show his worth more as an actor.

“It’s one of the roles I really like to do and I wish to portray as many characters as possible given the fact that actors have short life span,” he says.

He wouldn’t have second thoughts, too, especially if he is to work with Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos and direk Olive Lamasan under Star Cinema in his next movie. Here, he plays the lover of Vilma’s gay son. Shooting of some scenes will start in New York come November. Luis Manzano might play the gay son.

And if ever the part goes to Luis, would John Lloyd feel awkward doing some intimate scenes with him?

“Okay naman chest nya, gusto ko yung masarap yakapin,” John Lloyd quips.

Kidding aside, John Lloyd admits to be feeling butterflies in his stomach when cameras start grinding for the love scene. But as long as he is secure with his gender, John Lloyd says he can do the scene with any actor.

“I know Star Cinema (producer of the movie) won’t exploit its actors. This is just a portrayal of life,” relates John Lloyd.

A role that others may deem too drab or too ordinary is what John Lloyd also feels would fulfill him as an actor. He thinks playing Juan dela Cruz is harder than portraying a psycho killer or rapist.

“I want to show how guys in their 20s or 30s deal with life. Do they experiment with sex, drugs, marriage or whatever? That for me is something,” John Lloyd says.

It would make a big difference too, John Lloyd says, if he is able to continuously share whatever blessings he has the way he did when he visited the less privileged recently.

“I guess it comes with age. You are looking for a deeper purpose in life. Reaching to others and seeing their faces light up give me a different kind of high,” John Lloyd declares.

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Thanks to girlfriend, John Lloyd Cruz now a spiffy dresser

by: Ethel Ramos (Studio Whispers)

Source: www.malaya.com.ph

JOHN Lloyd Cruz looked every inch the executive when he met with the members of the movie press, who were invited to view his elegantly furnished office in the advertising agency, Eco Moda Manila. He was in a suit which didn’t only become him but also enhanced his looks.

All of those present agreed that since John Lloyd’s romantic liaison with Preview magazine editor Liz Dy, his fashion sense has improved tremendously.

How much has Liz influenced him, fashion wise?

"Very much," answered John Lloyd. "Although I really love clothes, para sa akin, hindi kailangan bago at mamahalin ang damit for one to look good. Kailangan lang bagay ito sa may suot at alam din nitong dalhin ang kanyang suot."

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As Armando Solis in the teleserye, "Betty la Fea," John Lloyd is the big boss of Eco Moda. Thus, he needs not just to be a neat and good dresser but he has to epitomize geniality and gentility. He has to exude a "kakaibang" allure.

Handsome, smart and educated, Armando knows his assets. But he also has his bad traits. He is a certified chick boy and somewhat arrogant.

Betty, played by Bea Alonzo, is Armando’s exact opposite. She and her family live a hand-to-mouth existence, unlike Armando, who was born with a silver spoon in his mouth. It was through sheer patience and with the support of her parents that she was able to finish her studies.

Betty is also kind-hearted, hardworking and is always smiling and happy. Though far from being good-looking, she knows she will succeed.

"I’m so glad that Lloydie (John Lloyd’s pet name) is playing Armando. Like in out past team-ups, alam kong we will again make it," said Bea.

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John Lloyd Cruz as Armando Live in ASAP plus Betty La Fea's Special Message for Her Boss

Armando Solis in ASAP Video with Special Message from Bea Alonzo as Betty

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John Lloyd Cruz reunites with Bea Alonzo in I Love Betty La Fea

By: Walden Sadiri
Source: Manila Bulletin Online

After a successful team-up with Sarah Geronimo in "A Very Special Love," John Lloyd Cruz is back in the arms of Bea Alonzo as Armando in ABS-CBN’s upcoming TV series "Betty La Fea." Both John and Bea temporarily parted ways as one of showbiz's most popular loveteams after they decided to shoot movies individually.

"It was never the intention to break-up the love team. Actually before our movie ‘One More Chance,’ the intention was that we’ll do projects individually pero hindi naman po para paghiwalayin ang team-up," he explained.

The Bea-John Lloyd loveteam produced such hit movies as "My First Romance," "Now That I Have You," "Close To You," "All About Love" and "One More Chance." On television, their tandem was seen in "It Might Be You" and "Ikaw Ang Lahat Sa Akin" to name a few.

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"I don’t think mapaghihiwalay mo pa yun," said John. John stressed that the box office success of his film with Sarah is not even enough proof that he can stand without Bea or even be successful with other leading ladies in the future.

"Parang nakaka-enganyo at parang nabibighani ka sa sayang nararamdaman mo," expressed John Lloyd proudly of his title. "To do a film that’s Rated-A is already okay. Pero mas masarap ang pakiramdam kapag mas maraming nanunuod. Kahit sabihin na nating hindi mo basis yun of your good work, pero iba sa aming mga artista na magbayad ka ng ticket para manudo ka ng pelikula namin. Ibang saya ang naibibigay sa amin!"

John said there's always something new with him and Bea despite the fact that they've done several movies and TV shows. "Everytime na magsasama kami sa isang bagong project parang bago lahat. Ang maganda lang at ease and comfortable na kayo sa isa’t-isa. Kung baga ano yan mag unite ang dalawang bagong characters na i-portray ninyo so parang lahat bago. So parang ako hindi pa naman kami nakikila bilang Armando at di pa siya nakilala bilang Betty so yun ang bago. Other than that sa labas ng mga characters ganun pa din or even better kami,’ he said.

John said he already knew he was cast in "I Love Betty la Fea" when he was already promoting his movie "A Very Special Love." But he couldn’t talk about it since it was improper. He admitted that he has never seen an epsiode of "Ugly Betty" or "Betty La Fea." Yet it would be helpful for him as an actor if he did see one. "So start from scratch ako so medyo hirap pa. But with the help of my directors, tulong-tulong kami. Hopefully mabigyang justice," he quipped.

So would there be any adjustments?

"Malaking adjustments especially coming from a film which is an entirely different medium kasi parang hindi mo alam kung nag over acting ka ba or kulang. Personally dun nanggagaling struggles ko yung hirap ko sa set. Kami naman as a team-up parang mas madaling umiyak, magpaiyak kasi ang hirap magpatawa and magpatawa nang totoo ang ginagawa ninyo. We welcome the challenge. Ang maganda kasi dito nasa isang soap opera ka ibig sabihinm mabibigyan kayo ng panahon para ma-establish yun and mahasa yun," he said.

Isn’t he too young to play Armando?

"I think they based it yata sa hairline ko," laughed John. "Honestly hindi ko po alam kung bakit ako kinuha. Like what I’ve said earlier hindi ko alam na mas matanda pala. Well kung titignan naman mukha akong mas matanda kay Bea. Pero hindi ko alam kung anong reason nila." He also remarked that he is as surprised as anyone when he landed the role of Armando. "Kahit gaano ko kagusto yung role or gaano ko siya hindi gusto gawin, I’m a soldier of the company. Kung anong trabahong ibigay sa akin gagawin ko yun whole heartedly. Kung hindi man wholeheartedly at the beginning I will definitely make my way through it. Kung anong ibigay, tanggap. kung anong nangyayari sa yo ngayon yun ang what’s best for you," he said.

John is looking forward to a movie with no other than Batangas Gov. Vilma Santos who has expressed her willingness to shoot a movie with the current box-office sensation.

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"Armando Solis" star John Lloyd Cruz on team-ups and improvement of his craft

John Lloyd on team-ups: ‘Mas maganda kung ma-ipair ako sa iba-iba’
By Rachelle Siazon
Source: beta.abs-cbn.com

Once and for all, John Lloyd Cruz clarified that every career move he makes is aimed towards the improvement of his craft. This included his desire to be paired up with other female stars other than his long-time onscreen partner, Bea Alonzo.

"Sabi ko nga bago pa namin ginawa yung One More Chance magandang opportunity for me and Bea na malaman for ourselves kung ano ang magagawa namin. Because for the longest time, sobra kaming naging dependent sa isa't-isa eh. Parang kahit anong gawin namin, nahihirapan kami ‘pag hindi kami magkasama," John Lloyd disclosed during his press con yesterday (August 20) at Eco Moda Manila. Fortunately, his team-up with Sarah Geronimo via A Very Special Love proved to be a perfect opportunity for him to test the waters. "Medyo daring yung step na ginawa namin pero there's no other way. Dapat talaga namin i-take ang step na yun kung ‘di, dun nalang tayo sa safe, sa alam nating tatanggapin [ng tao]," he added.

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But even with the unexpected success of his current movie, John Lloyd disproved other people’s perception that Bea’s the one who needs him more to sustain her stardom. "Hindi naman siguro. She can definitely stand without me. At ako naman, hindi naman sapat ang isang pelikula para sabihin natin na kaya ko na," he exclaimed. More importantly, John Lloyd believed that they both owe it to their respective fans to nurture their much-loved tandem. "Ayaw naman namin na parang bigla nalang sirain o buohin yung foundation na naitayo na namin between us and our supporters. Medyo mahirap isipin yun. So wala talaga sa intenyson namin ni Bea or ng company (ABS-CBN) na paghiwalayin yung team-up," he clearly stated.

Movie with Gov. Vi. His ability to make it on his own was simply evident since his upcoming film with the Star For All Seasons is already in the works. "I think may sisimulan kami sa November pero hindi pa yun tuloy-tuloy. May isu-shoot lang kami sa New York," he divulged. Just the thought of it, however, had made him feel weak-kneed as early as now. "Kasi first time ko with Ate Vi and Direk Olive (Lamasan) so good luck sa ‘kin." The idea of portraying a gay role (possibly opposite Luis Manzano who’ll be playing Vilma Santos’s son) for the said film excites him though. "Gusto ko yun dahil feeling ko marami akong maibubuhos. Feeling ko kasi sinusukat niya (gay role) yung kaya mo ibigay as an actor, china-challenge ka ba," he noted.

Team-up with Angel. John Lloyd also confirmed more of ABS-CBN management’s ambitious plans for him this year. "Alam ko magkakaroon kami (he and Angel Locsin) ng project together and I’m very excited na makatrabaho siya. Alam ko gagawa din kami ng Maaalaala Mo Kaya this September." Will this be some kind of a trial test too similar to his team-up with Sarah? "Actually dati, hindi kasama sa plano na parang itetest kami ni Sarah. Kumbaga, gumawa lang talaga kami ng pelikula. Pero ito, naka-plano talaga na gumawa kami ng pelikula ni Angel at alam ko meron ding teleserye," he confided. As far as he knows, Angel had expressed her wish to work with him even before, and vice versa. "Nasa kabila pa lang siya, very vocal na ako na makatrabaho siya," he shared.

His secret to success. Coupled with the clamour for him to do a follow-up movie with Sarah, the press couldn’t help but wonder why many people support his projects whoever his onscreen partner is. What is it that sets him apart from other talented actors? John Lloyd simply explained, "Bukod sa gwapo kong mukha, siguro yung sincerity na ino-offer ko sa audience ko. Magmula dati with Ciara (Sotto), never ko namang itinago [yung love life ko]. Nagkaron ako ulit ng girlfriend (Liz Uy), hindi ko naman inilihim. Kasi alam ko napakaliit ng Pilipinas at imposibleng hindi nila malaman ang totoo. I don’t wanna find myself on TV saying na, ‘We’re just friends. Hindi po ‘yan totoo. ‘Wag kayong maniwala’ para protektahan yung career ko. Because in a way, kapag niloko mo yung audience mo, naniniwala ako na yun din ang babalik sayo," he aptly ended.

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John Lloyd Cruz says he’s willing to play gay roles

Source: news.abs-cbn.com

ABS-CBN's leading man for the TV series "I Love Betty La Fea" actor John Lloyd Cruz revealed to abs-cbnNEWS.com that one of his dreams is to play a gay character.

"It's one of the roles na gusto kong magawa...ang sa akin ang dream ko is to be able to portray as many characters as possible yun lang kasi masyadong maiksi ang life span naming mga actors," Cruz told abs-cbnNEWS.com in an interview.

Cruz said that he is really asking for characters that would be considered off-beat compared to his usual roles.

"Yung portrayal ng buhay sa totoong buhay ng 20 or 30 years old kung nage-experiment sila about sex, drugs or marriage, kung anuman, yun ang gusto kong i-portray."

Cruz told the news site that doing a different role like being a gay man, would definitely give him a sense of fulfillment as an actor.

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"Oo everytime pero yun din na-realize ko na madali para sa aming mga artista na humiling or makaisip na mag-portray ng something off beat para maiba. Pero na-realize ko na after doing 'One More Chance,' 'A Very Special Love,' playing these characters na hindi ganoon ka off beat actually parang common people pa nga yun pala yung mas mahirap,” Cruz said.

The actor said that a lot of stars are trying to stay away from doing common characters and would jump into roles like psycho killer or rapist but for him he believed that it's much harder to portray common people’s lives.

According to Cruz, he will be doing a film under Star Cinema with local showbiz’ Star for All Season and current Batangas governor Vilma Santos.

"I think may sisimulan kami by November pero hindi pa tuloy-tuloy. Kailangan lang naming i-shoot 'yung scene sa New York," he said.

Cruz said that in the film, he will be the lover of the gay son of Santos' character. According to one report, Santos' real life son actor Luis Manzano might portray her gay son on-screen.

Upon being told that Manzano might become his on-screen lover for the film, Cruz responded by joking, “Okay naman yung chest niya, mahilig siyang mag-gym, gusto ko yung masarap yakapin."

Cruz said that if ever Luis Manzano will get the role, he will definitely be comfortable working with Manzano--though he believes that at first he will really feel awkward.

"Yung pagiging matapang sabi ko lang yon. But I'm sure kapg nandiyan na ako sa eksena kapag kaharap ko na ang lalaki kakabahan pa din ako, papawisan pa din ang palad ko. Pero gusto ko siyang gawin.

"Ako willing ako to do it kahit sinong lalaki pa as long as alam kong lalaki talaga ako," the actor explained, adding that he welcomes such a challenging role because it would bring out more of his skill as an actor.

Cruz said that with Vilma Santos as his co-star, Star Cinema as producer and Olive Lamasan as director, he is confident that viewers will support the film

"Kahit na mukhang parang off noong nai-imagine ng mga tao--pero kapag alam mong sila ang gagawa hindi ka mae-exploit. Not in anway. Hindi ka magmumukang malaswa because ang Star Cinema ay gumagawa ng pelikula kahit may ganyang eksena hindi para magbigay laswa, kung hindi portrayal yan of life. Yun lang ang gusto naming maihatid," he explained.

Cruz said that the film would be the first time for him to work with Santos and Lamasan--so he expects some jitters in the beginning. "Siyempre first time to medyo shaky ang tuhod kasi first time ko to do a film with Ate Vi. And first time to do a film with director Olive Lamasan. So isang malaking good luck kay John Lloyd," he said.

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John Lloyd Cruz is the incomparable Prince of Drama of ABS-CBN.com

By Rachelle Siazon
Source: www.ABS-CBN.com

It seems that John Lloyd Cruz’s popularity among the Filipino viewers remains unequaled as he ultimately lands the number one spot in the search for ABS-CBN.com’s Prince of Drama. He garnered a whopping 53% share of votes from the thousands of online fans who flocked the Team Kapamilya Multiply Site for the poll. Many responders noted that John Lloyd has already proven that he’s "the best actor of them all" and should have been dubbed as not just the Prince but the "King of Drama". A notion which isn’t far-fetched for the versatile actor has won lots of Best Actor awards for Maging Sino Ka Man, It Might Be You, and Tabing Ilog; Best Single Performance by a Lead Actor for Maalaala Mo Kaya (Skating Rink); Prince of RP Movies for Now That I Have You, Best Supporting Actor for Dubai, and Box Office King for One More Chance among others.

These recognitions paved the way for him to establish an enviable status in showbiz. Yet he kept his feet on the ground through the years, much to his fans’ admiration. "He has always been a down-to-earth person in spite of all the success he has [achieved] and perhaps that's why he's been very blessed all this time," remarked Arlenetp, one of the responders in the ‘Prince of Drama’ survey. Alter07ego was also all praises for his idol, "John Lloyd all the way! He can [surpass] any challenge that is presented to him!" The girls on the other hand couldn’t help but gush about John Lloyd’s heart-melting traits, "JLC parin :) Lahat nasa kanya na—good looking, magaling umarte, malakas ang dating…basta kakakilig siya tumitig," Lestsky exclaimed.

Other huge contenders for the much-coveted title were Sam Milby who finished second with 34% share of votes and Gerald Anderson who won third place with his considerable 12% average. Though this poll had officially ended yesterday, August 19, you can still share your thoughts about your favorite leading men on Team Kapamilya Multiply Site. Till our next poll Kapamilya!

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Buzz exclusive coverage of John Lloyd Cruz as Armando in I Love Betty La Fea

  






Boy Abunda exclusive interview with Betty's man of her life! 

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Premiere actor John Lloyd Cruz: The man behind the most sought-after bachelor in I Love Betty La Fea

Exclusive: John Lloyd Cruz: ‘Medyo weird yung pakiramdam’
By Rachelle Siazon
Source: beta.abs-cbn.com

The long wait is over. Premiere actor John Lloyd Cruz had been named as the man behind the most sought-after bachelor in I Love Betty La Fea. "Dun sa mga naghihintay at umaasa na ako sana ang maging Armando, I’m very happy to be here and to tell them na it's me, I’m playing Armando," said the actor in an exclusive interview with ABS-CBN.com last August 8. Straight from the success of A Very Special Love, John Lloyd plunged back to work for his new series, excited with the challenges that come with it. One of which is getting to know the quirks of a certified ladies’ man like Armando. Having barely started, he hoped people wouldn’t expect too much from him for now. "Hindi ko alam kung maka-convince ko sila, pero sana," he grinned.

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Surprisingly, working with Bea Alonzo again wasn’t any easier as they both felt awkward during his first taping day in the plush headquarters of Eco Moda Manila. John Lloyd honestly remarked, "Medyo weird yung pakiramdam. Ganun ata eh ‘pag medyo matagal kayong hindi nagkakasama, hindi nagkakatrabaho. At saka ibang-iba siya dito eh. Ibang-iba yung itsura at character niya." He explained though that it was just because they are still adjusting to roles far different from what they have done before. As for getting back with his long-time leading lady, John Lloyd insisted that there was no love team split-up to begin with. "Kahit hindi ko gawin ang role na ‘to, hindi naman talaga mabubuwag yung team up namin. Andyan na yan." He further stressed, "Kahit ano pa ang dumaan, ilang palabas pa ni Bea ang gawin niya na mag-isa siya, at ako din naman, hindi na mabubuwag yung tandem namin. Imposible na yun."

John Lloyd also denied rumours that it took him long enough in accepting the role of Armando because he didn’t want to pair up with Bea again. "It was actually management’s decision. It was their call, it wasn’t mine. At the end of the day, I am still a soldier of the company. Kung ano ang ipagawa sa akin, gagawin ko. Sa tingin ko naman ang pinaka-importante is that I’m here and I’m doing the role," he finally stated.

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First Look at John Lloyd Cruz as Armando in I Love Betty La Fea

Betty Meets Armando Solis!

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ABS-CBN.com Exclusive: John Lloyd Cruz is Armando Solis!

By Rachelle Siazon
Source: beta.abs-cbn.com

The long wait is over. Premiere actor John Lloyd Cruz had been named as the man behind the most sought-after bachelor in I Love Betty La Fea. "Dun sa mga naghihintay at umaasa na ako sana ang maging Armando, I’m very happy to be here and to tell them na it's me, I’m playing Armando," said the actor in an exclusive interview with ABS-CBN.com last August 8. Straight from the success of A Very Special Love, John Lloyd plunged back to work for his new series, excited with the challenges that come with it. One of which is getting to know the quirks of a certified ladies’ man like Armando. Having barely started, he hoped people wouldn’t expect too much from him for now. "Hindi ko alam kung maka-convince ko sila, pero sana," he grinned.

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Surprisingly, working with Bea Alonzo again wasn’t any easier as they both felt awkward during his first taping day in the plush headquarters of Eco Moda Manila. John Lloyd honestly remarked, "Medyo weird yung pakiramdam. Ganun ata eh ‘pag medyo matagal kayong hindi nagkakasama, hindi nagkakatrabaho. At saka ibang-iba siya dito eh. Ibang-iba yung itsura at character niya." He explained though that it was just because they are still adjusting to roles far different from what they have done before. As for getting back with his long-time leading lady, John Lloyd insisted that there was no love team split-up to begin with. "Kahit hindi ko gawin ang role na ‘to, hindi naman talaga mabubuwag yung team up namin. Andyan na yan." He further stressed, "Kahit ano pa ang dumaan, ilang palabas pa ni Bea ang gawin niya na mag-isa siya, at ako din naman, hindi na mabubuwag yung tandem namin. Imposible na yun."

John Lloyd also denied rumours that it took him long enough in accepting the role of Armando because he didn’t want to pair up with Bea again. "It was actually management’s decision. It was their call, it wasn’t mine. At the end of the day, I am still a soldier of the company. Kung ano ang ipagawa sa akin, gagawin ko. Sa tingin ko naman ang pinaka-importante is that I’m here and I’m doing the role," he finally stated.

For more updates on I Love Betty La Fea visit www.ABS-CBN.com and ilovebettylafea.multiply.com for exclusive videos, and photos

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Breaking News: John Lloyd is the official partner of Bea Alonzo in I Love Betty La Fea!

 

Can you guess who will play Armando in I Love Betty La Fea? Are the screen shots above too obvious?

Does it reveal to be John Lloyd Cruz or Piolo Pascual?  Watch out for the video of the Buzz exclusive coverage in an hour or two on this website.

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John Lloyd perfect as Betty La Fea's love

by: Ethel Ramos
Source: Malaya Entertainent

MOST everyone's guess is that John Lloyd Cruz will be the final choice for the role of Armando in the upcoming teleserye, "Betty La Fea," which has Bea Alonzo playing the title role. The part fits John Lloyd to a T.

Armando is a playboy who works in an advertising agency which his father owns. Betty is his ugly secretary.

In Colombia, where "Betty La Fea" originated, it was Colombian actor Enrique Abella, who, like John Lloyd, has appeared in a number of drama series, who portrayed Armando.

The team-up of John Lloyd and Bea is one to reckon with. They have been together in a number of TV series, all top-raters. Their last film together, "One More Chance," won them the "Box Office King and Queen" title from the Guillermo Mendoza Memorial Award and Scholarship Foundation.

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In the meantime, however, John Lloyd is teaming up with Sarah Geronimo in his new movie with Star Cinema, "A Very Special Love." They are being paired for the first time. And they, too, look like a perfect pair.

The movie is a fitting 15th anniversary offering of the No. 1 movie studio in the country, Star Cinema, which co-produces the project with Viva Films.

"'A Very Special Love' is a simple story of a girl and a boy," says Cathy Garcia Molina, who directs the movie. "It is about a dreamer who falls in love with a good-looking and rich guy. Sarah plays the dreamer. The dream boy is John Lloyd.

"Like me, I want the viewer to dig deeper into the psyche of the two characters," she continues, "I want to find the answer to the question: 'If you love somebody, do you have to expect him or her to love you in return?'"

It was Cathy who directed "One More Chance," which was her third project with John Lloyd and Bea. She is lucky, she admits, because all her movies with the two were blockbusters.

"But I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the public will also respond favorably to the team-up of John Lloyd and Sarah. Nakita kong maganda rin ang chemistry nilang dalawa," Direk Cathy reveals.

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Spoiler Alert: StarStudio Magazine Scans of I Love Betty La Fea

Just received these few exclusive betty la fea scanned pages of StarStudio Magazine from a friend and we have no plans to publish the other pages anymore (more than 10 eye watering pages) as we don't condone piracy. Also forgive us for bluring the actual article texts and particularly the head of the actor who would play Armando! You have to buy your own copy at any magazine stands near you for just 85 pesos. Brace yourselves, the spoilerific link is just below!

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Bea Alonzo still hopes John Lloyd Cruz as Armando in Betty La Fea

Source: CelebrityPeeps.com


Teen actress Bea Alonzo was warmly welcomed by the ABS-CBN officials in the contract signing playing the lead role of Betty La Fea remake in the Philippines. The tv series will soon start its taping as the casting was finished already except for her leading man. Fans have been asking who will be her leading man or Armando in this comedy series but until now it is a big secret according to the filipina actress-singer.

Alonzo admitted that Bea and John Lloyd tandem is still being requested most of her fans. She hopes that it would be John Lloyd to be her leading man on the said show. “di mo aalis sa kanila na hanap-hanapin kami sa tv kasi kung sakali first time namin na hindi magkakasama..but I really hope na siya pa rin,” Bea said.

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