TIME WARNER CABLE ADDS # 1 PHILIPPINE NETWORK TO CHANNEL LINE UP

Date : Mar 5, 2010 Time Warner Cable adds GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV to channel line-up in Los Angeles LOS ANGELES, CA -- Time Warner Cable is pulling out all the stops when it comes to quality programming, as it has recently added GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV to its current line-up of cable programming in its Los Angeles market. From parent company GMA Network, an industry leader in the Philippines, GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV offer the best in Philippine programming.

A 24-hour channel with award-winning program content geared toward Filipino viewers, GMA Pinoy TV is now being offered Time Warner Cable on channel 681, and GMA Life TV, the second international of GMA Network which offers targeted programming about lifestyle and special interests is available on channel 682. Both channels can be purchased as part of an international premium package, and new customers who subscribe to the Filipino channels will have one month free.
“The wide variety of award-winning and popular programs from GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV is certainly one of the reasons we added GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV to our line-up,” said Time Warner Cable Programming Vice Presdient Maureen Lane.. “The two channels will definitely give a tremendous boost to high-quality programming, particularly for Filipino viewers in LA.”

Head of GMA International Joseph T. Francia said, “GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV truly offers a wonderful variety of choices: award-winning news programs featuring highly-respected broadcast journalists, popular shows headlining acclaimed actors, actresses, and behind the scenes talents, and topnotch lifestyle programs. Only the best in Philippine TV programming.”

GMA Network, the parent company of GMA Life TV, has been broadcasting news and entertainment programs throughout the Philippines for 59 years. It has played a major role in revolutionizing Philippine television by pioneering many of the most innovative and trendsetting shows in the country. With balanced programming and quality entertainment, it has been a staple among Filipino viewers. Its news and public affairs programs have garnered global recognition as well. These include: the prestigious George Peabody Award, World Gold Medal as Best Newscast in the New York, five medals for its public affairs programs in the New York Festivals in 2008 (unprecedented in Philippine TV history), several awards at the 2008 and 2009 U.S. International Film and Video Festival, five world medals at the 2009 New York Festivals.

The fastest-growing Philippine channel, GMA Pinoy TV brings GMA Network’s programs that capture the hearts of Philippine viewers worldwide. Its award-winning and top-rated programs include:

24 Oras,airing weekdays at 6:50 pm PDT, isGMA’s flagship news program that delivers the biggest news of the last 24 hours. The show is anchored by Mike Enriquez and Mel Tiangco.

Eat Bulaga, airing weekdays at 11:05 pm PDT, is thethe longest-running number one noontime variety show in the Philippines. The Hosted by the well-loved triumvirate �“ Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon.

Bubble Gang, airing Sunday at 6:40 pm PDT , is the longest-running comedy/gag show in the Philippines. This program is topbilled by Michael V. and Ogie Alcasid.

Kapuso Mo, Jessica Soho, airing Saturday at 7:15 pm PDT, is a news-magazine program that features insightful stories that cover a wide range of topics. It also focuses on themes with human interest and socio-cultural relevance. The show is hosted by award-winning broadcast journalist Jessica Soho.

Programs featured on GMA Life TV include:

The Sweet Life, airing weekdays at 7:45 pm PDT,hosted by Lucy Torres-Gomez, guides viewers on anything and everything about living in style, including tips and the latest info on topics such as home decorating, fashion, entertainment, hobbies, leisure, and travel. Joining Lucy are comedienne and TV host Wilma Doesnt and The Sweet Life’s roving reporter Grace Lee.

Fashionistas by Heart, airing Fridays at 5:50 pm, hosted by Heart Evangelista is a show that’s all about getting glammed up and looking fierce and fabulous in the best, smartest way possible. Joining her in the show are two style spies, Jocas de Leon and Shinina Juban.

No less than stylish screen sweetheart Heart Evangelista hosts Fashionistas by Heart,

Chances Are, airing Fridays at 9:15 pm PDT, is a groundbreaking documentary show that dares to explore, examine, and explain mysterious events and miraculous occurrences week after week.


Program information is available at www.gmapinoytv.com and http://www.gmalifetv.com.


About GMA Pinoy TV and GMA Life TV

GMA Pinoy TV is the first international channel of GMA Network, an industry leader in the Philippines, was launched in 2005. Now, the fastest growing and most requested Filipino channel abroad is available in the United States, Canada, 49 countries in Europe, 27 countries in the Middle East and Northern Africa, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Guam, Saipan, Papua New Guinea and the British Indian Ocean Territory of Diego Garcia.

In 2008, GMA Network continued the winning strategy of GMA PINOY TV by treating Filipinos abroad to a second serving of Filipino programs with another international channel, GMA LIFE TV. Initially available in (countries), GMA LIFE TV continues to make significant contributions in increasing GMA International subscribers with its exciting line-up of heart-warming and innovative programs that feature the Filipinos' lifestyle and interests above any other. GMA LIFE TV is currently available in (countries). Aside from the broad range of popular and award-winning programs that captivate the Filipino audience, GMA PINOY TV and GMA LIFE TV continue to attract attention across the globe because of the conscious efforts to promote GMA Network stars and shows by bringing over GMA personalities to meet Kapusos all over the world.

About Time Warner Cable

Time Warner Cable is the second-largest cable operator in the U.S., with technologically advanced, well-clustered systems located in five geographic areas �” New York State (including New York City), the Carolinas, Ohio, southern California (including Los Angeles) and Texas. Time Warner Cable serves more than 14 million customers who subscribe to one or more of its video, high-speed data and voice services. Time Warner Cable Business Class offers a suite of phone, Internet, Ethernet and cable television services to businesses of all sizes. Time Warner Cable Media Sales, the advertising arm of Time Warner Cable, offers national, regional and local companies innovative advertising solutions that are targeted and affordable. More information about the services of Time Warner Cable is available at www.timewarnercable.com, www.twcbc.com and www.twcmediasales.com.