Beauty, Brains, and Bright Future

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Carla Humphries: Beauty, Brains and Bright Future
PENPOINT
The Freeman November 04, 2006

When I first met Carla Humphries at a movie presscon last May, I remember being mesmerized by her charm and glib tongue that I could not help but ask then how old she was. Since she was only 17 years old at that time, I told her to give herself a year more and she would be very qualified for Binibining Pilipinas. After all, she stands 5'8, not to mention pretty and witty. When the presscon came to an end, she made beso as she bid me good-bye, and I tapped her in the shoulder and told her, think about the Binibining Pilipinas girl, I know you can make it. She simply smiled and promised she would.

I met Carla again at the Lighthouse Restaurant in Mango Avenue last Tuesday noon for an interview prior to her and John Wayne Sace's mini-show at Gaisano Main and Countrymall later that night for the launch of the "Halloween for a Million Thanks promo" and alas, she remembered me, even telling me that she saw the article I wrote about her from the Internet. I was touched because seldom do I encounter stars who would still remember me during a second meeting, which is understandable because they come across a lot of people everyday. But Carla Humphries is another exemption and it makes her nicer and more endearing. And mind you, she had no make up that day, but she still looked fresh and vibrant that the customers around and the staff requested for a photo opportunity with her.

Carla was first seen in "Qpids" last year, and was paired with Janus del Prado in the highly-successful "Bituing Walang Ningning" soap drama very recently. Certainly, there's no stopping this soft-spoken but principled woman from being catapulted to the top, especially if she really play her cards right. Carla is also an international model, with her shampoo commercial very popular in Thailand. And Star Magic is molding her career like Bea Alonzo's, as she's a natural in the drama department.

Therefore, buckle up and get to know Carla more this early, before she would become local tinseltown's next hottest property.

PenPoint: Kumusta ka since nagkita tayo sa presscon ng D' LUCKY Ones last May?

Carla: Madami sigurong nagbago, maraming blessings na dumating sorry ha nagngo-ngo ako ngayon he he he, (note: she had colds) parang ngayon pagkatapos ng D' Lucky Ones nagkaroon ng Bituin, mas nakilala ako ng tao, natanggap ako ng tao kaya talagang nagpapasalamat ako. Ngayon may bagong show ang ABS na in the making pa lang kaya sana abangan ng supporters.

PenPoint: How would you describe yourself?

Carla: Ako simple lang ako, I'm very friendly kumbaga sa school ako yung unang lalapit sa tao para magpakilala. Mahal ko yung trabaho na pinasukan ko, I like to sing but I still need a lot of work, I love drama, yung mga idol ko sina Sharon Cuneta, Vilma Santos and Maricel Soriano kasi hindi lang sila magaling umarte, may dating sila, hindi lang sila mahal ng tao, kumbaga napamahal sila ng tao hindi lang bilang artista kundi bilang sila.

PenPoint: Sa role mo dun sa Bituin, anong similarities at pagkakaiba dun sa totoo mong buhay?

Carla: Kasi yung personality ko dun sa Bituin, matapang pero weak din kumbaga pag minahal niya sa buhay ang pinag-uusapan talagang very emotional siya pero matapang siya kunyari awayin mo siya, kaya niyang labanan. I guess in the same way ganun din ako pero kaya kung lumaban. I don't give up easily.

PenPoint: What are your citizenships again?

Carla: French, American, Filipino. I was born in San Francisco California, my mom is Filipina and my dad is French. She is from Batangas, lumaki ako dito most of my life, tumira din kami sa France for few years, pero talagang pinoy at heart ako kasi nga lumaki ako sa probinsya kaya nasanay ako pag-umaga na may kanin, tsokolate, at tuyo talagang I never felt na foreigner ako although yung tagalog ko may pagka slang ng konti kasi all my life I speak English. Pero sa mga kaibigan ko taglish naman.

PenPoint: How were you raised?

Carla: Very Filipino. Tinuruan syempre kami magmano pero syempre we have the open-mindedness of a foreigner, we're very open to change, open to different kinds of food pero mahal ko syempre Filipino food. Pero sa bahay kumakain din kami, pasta, iba-iba kunyari kumakain kami ng pasta, the next day isda.

PenPoint: How about when it comes to courtship?

Carla: Courtship, kailangan dumaan muna sa mga magulang. Very Filipino. So far pag-niniligawan ako, ganun din ang mangyayari.

PenPoint: So sino-sino ang mga nangliligaw sa'yo ngayon?

Carla: Ngayon? Actually I'm just concentrating on work kaya parang I guess hindi ako na-expose sa mga lalaki pero I'm not looking for [relationship] then, kumbaga, sana if it comes, then it comes, if it's mean to be, it's mean to be. I think darating yung pagmamahal at the right time kasi kung mali din yung oras wala rin.

PenPoint: You just turned 18 years old, how has your life changed so far?

Carla: Actually wala masyado. Ako kasi yung parents ko are very supportive of me, they let me learn through their eyes... Kagaya nito, I just came from Italy yesterday to visit my brother at first time ko sa Italy so I was very excited to meet new people, baka makakilala ako ng lalaki ganyan, ganyan. But my mom always tells me it does not matter where you are, the right guy will find you usually without looking for him. Sinasabi ng mommy ko na the right guy will come along, who will respect you for who you are. And I think for me love is all about sacrifice and compatibility. Compatibility is very important, kasi kung magkaiba kayo hindi mag-wo-work.

PenPoint: The first time we met, loveteam kayo ni Janus del Prado, tapos sinasabi mo hindi siya mahirap mahalin but that it was not yet the right time. Kumusta na kayo kasi nagkasama kayo sa Bituin? Wala bang special something na-nadevelop o namamagitan sa inyong dalawa?

Carla: I can honestly say nag-karoon talaga ako ng feelings para kay Janus kasi mabait naman siyang tao. He's not hard to love, kaya lang we don't get to see each other that much kasi wala nang Bituin, tapos parang our career is heading different ways at baka i-pair ako sa iba. We're still friends and his family is very nice.

PenPoint: Pero may lumabas na balita sa PangMasa na naghiwalay na daw ka'yo ni Janus, bakit naging kayo ba talaga?

Carla: Well I guess siguro because were not as close so nakita yung diffrrence kasi nga hindi na kami nagsasama, I guess parang ganun ang interpretation. We were always together tapos bigla hindi na kami magkatrabaho. But we support each other on where we want our careers to go. He will always have a special place in my heart.

PenPoint: You are into modeling, have you already thought about joining the Binibining Pilipinas competition?

Carla: Actually it's always at the back of my mind, because a lot of people have asked me. But sa ngayon talaga ang nasa isip ko pag-aartista eh. But you never know. Talagang there are so many doors that are opening, not really offers, there are no offers but when you are in the industry you can do so many things, you can do singing, you can do hosting so parang I'd like to make a name for myself first. So that when I join a beauty pageant may susuporta na sa akin, mayron ng nakakikilala sa akin therefore it would give me more confidence.

Penpoint: What can you say Carl about other people's comments that beauty pageants are a form of exploitation of women?

Carla: Me, I'm very uncomfortable wearing a swimsuit kahit kami kami lang ng barkada ko. But the thing is a beauty pageant is about the beauty of a woman and one of the things that make a woman beautiful is her body. We can only be called women because of what we have as a female person. Nasa tao yan eh, kung ang pagdadala mo ay malaswa, eh talagang titingnan ka ng malaswa. But I think our pageants are very prestigious, and not kalaswaan and [beauty queens] are representing the Philippines to bring honor to the country and not disgrace.

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Carla spotted at Maja's 18 Candles

Inquirer
By Bayani San Diego Jr.
Last updated 09:15pm (Mla time) 10/19/2006

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Published on page J3 of the October 20, 2006 issue of the Philippine Daily Inquirer

PROMISING YOUNG ACTRESS MAJA Salvador had three coming-out parties -- on the ABS-CBN TV shows “ASAP ’06” and “Home Boy” and at an intimate gathering of family and friends held at the Gazebo Royale in Quezon City.

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Update: This photo was published in the
November 2006 issue of Star Studio Magazine.

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The debutante could’ve danced all night on Oct. 5 at the Gazebo -- and she made certain of that, in fact, by having three outfits on standby.

Maja wanted to veer away from a conventional debut.

“Instead of a formal cotillion, I wanted a party that was casual and fun. Instead of 18 roses and candles, I had 18 bracelets and treasures. Instead of cake, I had cupcakes,” she recounted.

Her fellow ABS-CBN stars John Lloyd Cruz, Denise Laurel, Carla Humphries and Kaye Abad were on hand to celebrate the milestone. But Maja’s most special guest that evening, apart from parents Ross Rival and Thelma Andres, is rumored boyfriend and “First Day High” co-star Jason Abalos.

“She wasn’t keen on throwing a party. But she realized that it only comes once in a lifetime. She felt special because it was her first big party,” manager Chit Ramos said.

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SSM Nov 2006 issue

Carla's closet is also featured in the Closet Raid article of Star Studio Magazine's November 2006 Philippine edition.


This feature is a shorter version of the article which originally appeared in the October 2006 issue of Star Studio Magazine's US/Canada Edition.

Take a Peek inside Carla's Closet

CF's Note: Endless thanks to Ate Sue for scanning and posting these on Carla's thread at PEx! Mwah-Mwah!

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Star Studio Magazine

October 2006 issue. US/Canada Edition

NEAT NOOK. Carla Humphries' room
is a simple yet tasteful piece of living space.

By Manila P. Santos. Photos by Milo Sogueco. Interior Styling
by James Razo. Hair and Make-up by Ryan Ko of Profiles Salon

At 18 and already working, Fil-French Carla Humphries can easily rent a pad of her own, but she's chosen to continue staying at her family's penthouse suite in the middle of bustling Ortigas. "It's very convenient. Everything I need is just nearby. One of my best friends go to the school right in front of our building so I just holler whenever I want to meet up," she says.

Closet Case. True to her personality, everything in Carla's closet is in its proper place. "I'm not a messy person. I don't make a lot of kalat," she says with a laugh. Carla uses her favorite ruffled bag from The Gap.

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Carla also can't bear to leave her bedroom behind, not when she's put so much love and work into it.

"I chose the design. My walls were so pink, so I decided to tone it down with neutral colors. Then for certain pieces, I asked for advice from my friend, Abby Domingo, who's my kabarkada [buddy] with Ate Angelika (dela Cruz)," she explains.

Both her parents are very much into arts and culture so it's no surprise Carla has dabbled into a little bit of everything, from playing the violin to painting. She has been painting since she was eight years old, and has reserved a nook in her room just for her easel. "I have always loved drawing and was always best in drawing in school. After that, I did after-class painting workshops. I love painting abstracts and landscapes. My works would either reflect me, or they're sceneries. But I don't consider myself a professional."

Left: Portrait of an Artist. Carla loves painting whenever the mood strikes her. She made her first painting when she was just 8 years old.

Right: My mom gave me the lavender lamp, while the dresser is from both my parents. The photo frame and card is from my best friend Pauleen Luna. It was her birthday gift to me this year."

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A look at Carla's closet is every obsessive compulsive's dream; everything is organized from the flip-flops down to the cosmetic cases. (Same story when SSM peeked into her bathroom.) When it comes to her wardrobe, Carla's sweet and simple personality definitely shows. "I'm not really kikay (frivolous in a fun way). On an ordinary day, I'll just wear a t-shirt and jeans. I don't like wearing accessories. Usually I only go out wearing this pink ruby ring that was a gift from my mom. It's my lucky stone. I've never taken it off since."

Shades. I get most of these from Folded & Hung and People are People. Madali ko silang mawala or masira kaya I don't really need to buy the expensive ones. But my favorite pair are these green ones I got in Rockwell for around P3,500 ($70).

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Undoubtedly, though, a big influence on Carla's style is classic icon Audrey Hepburn. Carla has books, posters, bags, and clothes that channel her persona. In fact, Carla's recent debut theme was inspired by old Hollywood glam. "I really love Audrey Hepburn and her fashion sense. I find her beauty classic. And it's not just because sa kanya ako pinaglihi ha."

Left: Classic Beauty. Carla's admiration for Audrey Hepburn
is evident in her very girly and neat room.

Right: Books. "I love Audrey Hepburn's style so I have
so many books about her. At the moment, I'm reading mostly
entrepreneurial books like Rich Dad, Poor Dad."

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Makeup

Left to right: Nichido - this shimmer is very affordable.

Ponds Perfect Result -- I bought this while doing
a commercial in Bangkok. It's a moisturizer you put on
before makeup to protect your skin from the sun.

The Face Shop - I bought this from my Korean classmate, and it's an effective foundation. I love the consistency and the color. I'm fair-skinned kasi and most of the products from Korea are for fair skin.

Covermark - I also got it in Bangkok but it's a US brand. This was the same brand they used while I was doing a shampoo commercial there. I bought an entire set. It came in a leopard case.

L'Oreal True Match - it's available here but I got this in the States. It blends into the color of your skin; it's very easy to apply.

Evian - I like spraying this on my face
to keep it feeling fresh and not dry.

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Accessories, Shoes, and Bags

ACCESSORIES

Jewelry Set. My Lola gave this set to me.
I wear it mostly during evening events.

Earrings. I bought these pairs at People are People.
I believe you can find nice accessories anywhere -- you
just really need to look for the best.

SHOES

Havaianas. These are my favorite pair of flip-flops. I like black and white because I can wear them with anything.

Gold Shoes. I got them in Bangkok. I wandered into a tiangge.
I got it for P3000 ($60).

BAGS
(clockwise, from top left).

Lacoste. Amy Austria, who plays my mom on the soap opera, Bituing Walang Ningning gave it to me for my birthday. She's so sweet. I have a lot of bags in my closet but they're all gifts.

Audrey Hepburn Bag. A Christmas gift from my mom two years ago.

Cosmetics Kit. This was a pasalubong of my best friend Marclen from the States. She knew I'd like it kasi it has a vintage comics design.

Unbranded. I got this because it reminds me of Bob Marley. I bought it in Bangkok. I like using it for gimmicks.

Marithe et Francois. This was a gift from one of my titas. They like giving me girly stuff.

Folded & Hung. One of the clutch bags in my closet. I use it when I wanna wear casual and then look a little bit dressier.

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Carla in Himig ng Pasasalamat

Carla was at the Himig ng Pasasalamat concert for Bituing Walang Ningning, which was taped on September 19, 2006 and broadcast on ABS-CBN on October 15, 2006.



Many thanks to aiga for this behind-the-scenes photo from the concert.

JaRla in Your Song: Panalangin

Many thanks to PDAYengDiehard for uploading JaRla's Your Song episode, Panalangin!

• Click here for Part 1
• Click here for Part 2
• Click here for Part 3

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Carla in BWN - Episode 21.2

Lavinia is backstage preparing for the concert when she gets an unexpected visit from Barbara and Rita. They wish her luck with the concert. She thanks them and urges them to leave and join Adora, lest they be left behind by their seatmates.



Barbara reveals that they don't intend to sit in Dorina's reserved seats because they will be sitting in the seats that Lavinia has reserved for them. Rita says they're there to support Lavinia.

Lavinia is touched. Just before leaving the dressing room, Barbara stops and kisses Lavinia on the cheek, then tells her daughter how proud she is of her.



After Barbara and Rita leave the room, Lavinia sobs, overwhelmed to finally receive the approval she has desperately craved from her mother all these years.

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