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Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo

Deni is Lifestyle and Entertainment Editor for Philstar.com. Her over 20 years of experience as a lifestyle and entertainment journalist is chronicled in her best-selling PSICOM book, "Mukhang Artista: 100+ Celebrities on Beauty and Makeup," Sanctum Press book "Pormang Artista: 100+ Celebrities on Fashion and Style," and upcoming book "Katawang Artista: 100+ Celebrities on Diet and Fitness."

A fashion and accessories designer who won a citation at a national Swatch design contest, Deni finished Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, cum laude, from the University of Santo Tomas; has Master in Communication Research and Broadcast Journalism units from the University of the Philippines-Diliman; and obtained certifications in fashion and design from Universita Bocconi in Milan, Italy, and from London's prestigious Central Saint Martins. An associate bachelor's degree holder in Patternmaking and Dressmaking from Slim's Fashion and Arts School, Deni is also owner and creative director of her own sustainable fashion brand, RERUNWAY.

Follow her on Instagram (@deni._.bernardo), Facebook (Deni Bernardo) and her past works in her blog, Styledenizen.blogspot.com.

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Talent fee ‘not free’: Ashley taps dad Richard Yap as product endorser
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 16, 2024 - 4:08pm
GMA Sparkle artist and content creator Ashley Yap recently unveiled her dad, Richard Yap, as official endorser of her first business venture, Sip2Glow collagen drink, now available in TikTok Shop.
Russian ballet stars call Philippines ‘Paradise on Earth;’ decline to comment on ongoing war
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 16, 2024 - 12:18pm
“Paradise on Earth” – this is how Russian couple Renata Shakirova and Aleksei Timofeyev described the Philippines, coming here for the first time as guest performers for local ballet company Ballet...
Upcycled soldiers’ uniforms for war-torn communities’ benefit among MaArte Fair 2024 exhibitors
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 15, 2024 - 10:25am
Feel good while you look good — such is the catchphrase of arts and culture fair MaArte Fair 2024 Fab Finds, which is now on its 15th year in providing a platform for social enterprises to advocate for local...
WATCH: Early shocker at Filipino Olympians’ Heroes Parade
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 15, 2024 - 9:11am
Filipino Olympians, led by two-time Paris Olympics gold medalist Carlos Yulo and bronze medalists Nesthy Petecio and Aira Villegas, had a Heroes Parade in Manila yesterday, which ran for over seven kilometers from...
Da Vinci, Michelangelo and friends: Must-see artists, masterpieces in Uffizi Gallery, Florence, Italy
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 15, 2024 - 8:17am
As the origin of some of the world’s most highly regarded and celebrated Renaissance masters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Raffaello Sanzio, Michelangelo and Donatello, the inspirations behind the “Teenage...
Filipinos' seafaring, caregiving history: Tony Award winner Clint Ramos gives trivia
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 14, 2024 - 9:36am
Filipino-American costume and set designer Clint Ramos, the first person of color to win the Tony Award for Best Costume Design in a Play, shared some trivia about Filipinos’ seafaring and care work indus...
Want to be ‘artista’ but got no money? Dolly de Leon gives tips
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 13, 2024 - 12:36pm
Want to be an “artista” and bring honor to the Philippines like the country's first British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) and Golden Globe nominee Dolly de Leon?
‘Love it more than sex’: Lea Salonga, Dolly de Leon advise aspiring artists
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 13, 2024 - 10:58am
“Don't take it too seriously. It's actually a lot of fun!”
OFWs, too: Dolly de Leon, Lea Salonga narrate life as migrant workers
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 13, 2024 - 10:41am
Since they are away often, Dolly and Lea could consider themselves as among the 1.9 million OFWs all over the world who had to sacrifice time for family and other matters, to be able to give honor and pride to their...
'When your privacy is invaded': Lea Salonga recalls alleged 'snubbing' incident with Pinoys in Broadway
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 12, 2024 - 3:41pm
The Philippines’ first Olivier and Tony Awards Best Actress winner, Lea Salonga, recalled a recent encounter with Filipino fans in Broadway that went viral online.
Dolly de Leon shares ‘Filipino-ness’ working in series with Nicole Kidman
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 12, 2024 - 2:53pm
The Philippines’ first British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) and Golden Globe nominee Dolly de Leon just wrapped up shooting “Nine Perfect Strangers" in Germany together with co-stars Nicole Kidman and...
‘Boba, stupida, pangit’: Dolly de Leon, Lea Salonga reveal ‘traumatic’ experiences in theater
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 12, 2024 - 12:48pm
“Boba, tonta, stupida, gaga, tanga, pangit” — these were some of the bad words Dolly de Leon had to swallow like a bitter pill in years leading to her becoming the first Filipino to get a Golden...
‘I didn’t want to offend 1.9M OFWs’: Dolly de Leon most challenged finding ‘OFW accent’ for Golden Globe-nominated role
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 12, 2024 - 11:42am
The Philippines’ first British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) and Golden Globe nominee Dolly de Leon shared her preparations for her international film that gave her the nominations, “Triangle of Sadne...
Lea Salonga gets dose of magic from ‘Harry Potter’ Daniel Radcliffe
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 12, 2024 - 10:30am
The Philippines’ first Olivier and Tony Awards Best Actress winner, Lea Salonga, shared an encounter with “Harry Potter” star Daniel Radcliffe that helped her in her ongoing West End and Broadway...
‘Tigang ka talaga!’: Dolly de Leon recalls her famous line that began road to stardom 
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 9, 2024 - 2:31pm
Dolly de Leon looked back at her roots as a thespian before she became the Philippines’ first British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) and Golden Globe nominee for the international film, “Triangle of Sa...
Lea Salonga supposed to become a doctor; shares beginnings as singer-actress
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 9, 2024 - 10:37am
“Doctor Lea Salonga” — that would have been the fate of the Philippines’ first Olivier and Tony Awards Best Actress winner, if “Miss Saigon” did not come.
Lea Salonga, Dolly de Leon on Carlos Yulo Olympics win, family drama
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 9, 2024 - 9:43am
The Philippines’ first British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) and Golden Globe nominee Dolly de Leon, and first Olivier and Tony Awards Best Actress winner, Lea Salonga, joined in the conversation about two-time...
Diarrhea, weight loss, overdose? Doctor dispels prebiotics, probiotics myths
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 8, 2024 - 1:30pm
Digestive wellness isn't just about avoiding discomfort after meals — it is the key that unlocks the goodness in your food. 
How to get right nutrition on a budget: Doctor gives tips
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 8, 2024 - 1:08pm
In celebration of Nutrition Month in July and National Wellness Month this August, it is the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the importance of proper nutrition, which is still possible to achieve even if one...
What to expect from Tagaytay’s 2 hotels with heated pools
by Deni Rose M. Afinidad-Bernardo - August 7, 2024 - 6:15pm
For those who want to enjoy their dip in the pool a little longer despite the rains, check out these two hotels claimed to be the only ones in Tagaytay with a heated pool:
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