Marguerite de Leon

National Capital Region

Social Media Producer, Opinion Editor at Rappler

Damned the man, saved the empire. Social Media Producer at http://t.co/0MCI9gWAtp.

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Meet Tor Sagud, the komikero champion of Cordillera culture

Mar 16, 2024 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – According to Tor Sagud, there are still far too many misconceptions about life in the Cordilleras – the Northern Luzon region composed of provinces Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga, and Mountain Province. “Today, Igorots are still perceived as primitive – non-humans or cannibals – and that they only wear breechcloths,” the 33-year-old Baguio local shared, referring to one of the region’s indigenous peoples.
Rappler Talk Entertainment: 3 Days 2 Nights in Poblacion

Mar 10, 2024 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – If you’re a 20-something in Metro Manila, you’ve likely had a “Poblacion story.” Poblacion, the tiny, rowdy nightlife district tucked into a residential neighborhood in Makati, is the stuff memories – or hazy recollections in between blackouts – are made of. And it’s now the setting of director RC delos Reyes’ latest movie, 3 Days 2 Nights in Poblacion.
Who is Krystyna Pyszková, the 71st Miss World?

Mar 9, 2024 | flipboard.com | Marguerite de Leon

Miss World1 day agoT&T – Ache Abraham Among Miss World’s Top Fournycaribnews.com • 1dMiss Trinidad and Tobago Aché Abrahams brought the country the closest it has been in a long time to become Miss World.Abrahams finished in the top …Sports5 hours agoSabres to open 2024-25 NHL season in Prague, will play exhibition game in Germanywivb.com - by: Adam Gorski • 5hBUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The Buffalo Sabres are going international for three games next season as part of the NHL Global Series.
Q&A: Sharul Channa on being a female stand-up comic in Singapore

Feb 26, 2024 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – When we think of popular female stand-up comics, names like Ali Wong, Tiffany Haddish, and Amy Schumer come to mind. And while it’s great that more and more women are taking to the stage to do sharp and unapologetic jokes, it’s Western female comics who still dominate the space, and those in relatively more conservative regions such as Southeast Asia remain lesser known.
Bearings,' the 1st graphic novel published by UST

Feb 24, 2024 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – Since 2006, artist Josel Nicolas has been making comics. From the beloved “Doc Brick” series on K-Zone magazine, to children’s comics anthology PIKO, to the 41st National Book Awardee Patay Kung Patay, the 36-year-old Nicolas’ work is testament to the creativity and perseverance of today’s komikero.
Netizens slam Jo Koy for 'absolutely awful' Golden Globes hosting stint

Jan 7, 2024 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – Looks like Josep’s going to be in trouble with his mom. Filipino-American stand-up comedian Jo Koy was slammed online for his opening monologue and subsequent jokes as host of the 81st Golden Globe Awards on Monday, January 8 (Sunday evening, January 7 in the US). He was also booed by the Globes’ live audience, which included some of the biggest Hollywood celebrities and power players. It appeared that Koy’s jokes didn’t land or were found to be tasteless.
Rappler Talk Entertainment: 1st.One on thriving in P-pop

Nov 5, 2023 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – With P-pop on the rise, more and more Filipino groups are gaining traction and making an impact on the global music industry.
Jamie Miller on new music, collab with SB19's Stell

Sep 28, 2023 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – Pop singer-songwriter Jamie Miller is now in the Philippines, here to meet his Filipino fans and promote his upcoming second EP, The Things I Left Unsaid! Rappler entertainment editor Marguerite de Leon sat down with the “Here’s Your Perfect” singer to chat on his new music, collaborating with Filipino artists such as Moira dela Torre and SB19’s Stell, and his advice for budding singer-songwriters.
The director and star of Cinemalaya hit 'Rookie'

Aug 22, 2023 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – Recent indie favorite Rookie is a film that revolves around Ace, played by Pat Tingjuy, a newbie volleyball player who falls for team captain Jana, played by Aya Fernandez. It was a hit at this year’s Cinemalaya film festival, with Pat winning Best Actress, and the film winning Best Editing and the Audience Choice Award.
Rappler Talk Entertainment: Filipino-Canadian stand-up comic Ron Josol

Aug 20, 2023 | rappler.com | Marguerite de Leon

MANILA, Philippines – Being a stand-up comic with Filipino roots instantly exposes you to two kinds of Filipino audiences: the overseas contingent and the “mainlanders.” What does Filipino-Canadian Ron Josol, whose comedy revolves around Asian identity, have to say about this disparity? Rappler entertainment editor Marguerite de Leon chats with Ron about this, the art of stand-up, and his September 22 Manila show Brown Privilege, in this episode of Rappler Talk Entertainment.