LA Tenorio on being cancer-free

LA Tenorio —CONTRIBUTED pictures

LA Tenorio resides as much as his PBA moniker, Iron Man. After his six-month battle with stage 3 colon most cancers, the Ginebra star cager is now in remission. Simply because the mantra of his workforce goes, “By no means Say Die,” LA’s preventing spirit made him conquer the Large C.

The PBA veteran was a part of the teaching workers of Gilas Pilipinas on the Asian Video games in China. His overcome most cancers and Gilas’ victory reaffirms what a champ he really is.

Right here’s my chat with LA:

Inform us a bit about your journey to restoration

The psychological side was more durable than the bodily. However being a PBA participant helped as a result of as a pro-cager, I’ve been skilled to be mentally robust. It was my unwavering religion in God and my unbelievable help system that noticed me by it. Other than my household, completely different teams of associates accompanied me on every journey to Singapore for my chemo periods. I didn’t need my associates to take pity on me, so I carried on as if I had no sickness. I saved myself busy and stayed optimistic.

How does it really feel to be again in motion?

After seven months of not taking part in basketball, I really feel like a rookie who’s desperate to step on the court docket and do what I like most.

What’s your recommendation to these battling the Large C?

Don’t wallow in self-pity and don’t lose hope. At all times focus in your objective in life to maintain you going.

How did you assist encourage the gamers of Gilas to clinch gold?

Since they know what I’ve been by due to most cancers, I’m pleased that my presence through the video games impressed them one way or the other. I informed them that they’ll by no means know what is going to occur tomorrow, so they need to not waste the chance now that they’re a part of the nationwide workforce. To benefit from the expertise, as an alternative of feeling pressured.

Is Tim Cone a greater coach for Gilas than Chot Reyes?

It’s unfair to match as a result of when Chot was the coach throughout Fiba and Tim coached on the Asian Video games, it was a special batch of gamers and opponents. In addition to, we’re all brothers at Gilas, so irrespective of who the coach is, we share the glory. Tim’s victory is Chot’s as properly and vice versa.

Are you sport to affix present biz whenever you retire from PBA?

Possibly for enjoyable, if it’s a challenge with any of my shut associates, Zanjoe Marudo, Billy Crawford or John Lloyd Cruz. I’m so grateful to Zanjoe for becoming a member of me in Singapore twice for my remedies.

Ataska —VIVAMAX

4-part erotic anthology

“Halo-Halo X,” a mouth-watering erotic anthology, is now streaming on Vivamax directed by Roman Perez Jr.

The four-part sequence begins with “Additional Rider,” starring Victor Relosa, Denise Esteban, Audrey Avila and Yda Manzano. It’s a couple of rider who affords “further service” to reinforce his earnings. So, regardless of the gender, he can fake to be their lover.

“Lucy Dreaming,” the second episode starring Micaella Raz, Rash Flores and Andrea Garcia, is a couple of lady who falls for her brother-in-law and the way they keep on with their harmful liaison whereas residing along with the man’s spouse.

In Episode 3, “Surveillance,” Jela Cuenca and Benz Sangalang put a special spin to adultery.

“Grade Aware,” the ultimate episode starring Ataska, Aerol Carmelo and Aiko Garcia, is a couple of lady going so low to attain the very best honors.

Let “Halo Halo X” fulfill all of your cravings.

Listed below are quotes from Roman (R), Victor (V), Ataska (A) and Benz (B):

R: “Lahat ng bawal masarap” is an apt tagline for our sequence. It serves as a cautionary story that an excessive amount of of something is dangerous. All episodes are based mostly on real-life tales.

V: Direk Roman is my consolation zone. There was a time my plaster got here off throughout a scene, however I didn’t fear as a result of I knew I used to be in good arms.

A: Our episode has an vital message to the youth who’re pressured by mother and father to be overachievers and in addition to girls being pitted in opposition to one another.

B: I used to be an alcoholic earlier than I joined present biz. I noticed that we should always not give in to non permanent pleasure that can trigger everlasting harm. That’s similar to what our sequence imparts.

R: Not all actors are sport to work with me. I heard that Aljur Abrenica and Rose Van Winkel are afraid of me, however I’m open to work with them. I need to be revered as an alternative of feared.

Ruby Ruiz in Vivamax attractive thriller

Be intrigued as delusions and actuality collide in “Langitngit” (streaming on Vivamax). Topbilled by Manang Medina, Itan Rosales, Aurora Yumul and Ruby Ruiz, the attractive thriller is directed by Christopher Novabos.

Brace your self for screaming silence in a movie about deep, darkish secrets and techniques and forbidden pleasures. What you resist will persist.

Listed below are quotes from Manang (M), Ruby (R), Itan (I) and Christopher (C):

M: Working with Tita Ruby taught me how highly effective the eyes may be. She lets her eyes do the speaking. Simply taking a look at her eyes motivated me to match her stage of appearing.

I: Previous to our shoot, I underwent an appearing workshop with Tita Ruby. She informed me that even when it’s a bit function or a meaty one, I need to all the time take it to coronary heart.

C: Our movie begins off as a gradual burn. That was intentional in an effort to construct up the stress.

R: It’s my first challenge for Vivamax. I’ve been beneficial in different VM motion pictures, however I wasn’t chosen. Possibly it made Boss Vic curious as a result of my title was all the time on the listing, in order that they lastly obtained me. He was simply being trustworthy when he stated that ‘di pa n’ya ko kilala. I need to inform him that I’m sport to do attractive scenes, too (laughs).

Ricky Davao

Ricky Davao in ‘Silver Lining’

I’m so wanting ahead to observe “Silver Lining,” the play of my good pal, Ricky Davao, on the Carlos P. Romulo Auditorium in RCBC Plaza Makati. Catch it on Oct. 21, 22, 27, 28 and 29. It’s a story of rediscovery in two timelines, reliving the turbulent ’70s, in addition to understanding the struggles of Gen Z.