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Chuck D. Smith

Chuck D. Smith is the Palanca Award-winning author of the essay collection Son of a Dead ‘80s Bold Star (UST Publishing House, 2025). A recipient of the Iceland Writers Retreat Alumni Award, he teaches pop culture and film marketing at the De La Salle - College of Saint Benilde.

Features

Marian Rivera Is on Fire

We talk to the actress about the success of her recent films, Rewind and Balota.

by Chuck D. Smith

Arts & Entertainment

Bar Boys: A New Musical Is ‘Commercial’ Philippine Theater at its Peak—But May Make You Question Its Point

It's one that could benefit from having a bit more bite.

by Chuck D. Smith

Movies & TV

Here's a Timeline of the 'Citizen Jake' Furor, the Social Media Event of the Week

This is getting out of hand.

by Chuck D. Smith

Notes & Essays

"I am the son of a dead '80s bold star."

In "Origin Story," Chuck Smith talks about growing up thinking he was Pepsi Paloma's son.

by Chuck D. Smith

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