Royal Wax Works: An (Almost) Regal Encounter in Tokyo!

Tokyo isn't exactly known for its palaces and pomp, but on a recent trip, I stumbled upon a touch of British royalty – well, almost! Let me tell you about my hilarious (and slightly surreal) encounter with the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge...in wax form, of course!

Nestled in the heart of Odaiba, Madame Tussauds Tokyo is a haven for pop culture and historical figures. As I wandered through the museum, I rounded a corner and came face-to-face (or should I say face-to-wax?) with Prince William and Kate Middleton.

Now, I'm not gonna lie – the detail on these figures is incredible. From Kate's perfectly styled hair to William's sharp suit, Madame Tussauds' artists did an amazing job capturing their essence. For a moment, I almost felt a royal aura!

Of course, the experience wouldn't be complete without the obligatory photo op. I struck my best regal pose (think afternoon tea with the Queen level of elegance) and snapped a picture with the future King and Queen (of wax, that is).

This "meeting" was a fun and unexpected highlight of my Tokyo trip. It's a reminder that a little bit of whimsy and a dash of imagination can turn any museum visit into an (almost) royal adventure.

Have you ever had a close encounter with a wax figure? Share your stories in the comments below!

ODAIBA, TOKYO JAPAN: Happiness at Madame Tussauds

OMG, guys! I just had the most fun-filled day at Madame Tussauds Tokyo, and I NEED to share it with all you fellow fangirls and fanboys out there!

First off, let me just say: childhood dreams DO come true!

Remember the era when we have posters of our idols on our wall growing up? Yeah, well, I practically got to hang out with them all today!

I finally meet Jackie Chan face to face! He happens to be my childhood idol because of his funny antics in his martial arts movies.

I remember going to his gym in Hong Kong whenever we went on vacation there. My Papa Vito is such a good dad because he would accompany me to Jackie Chan's gym and inquire if Jackie was there. I was dreaming of having a snapshot or even to get a glimpse of him. Unfortunately, he was so busy and was always out! Finally, in Tokyo Japan we did some high kicks together (well, I attempted some, haha).

Next off is Michael Jackson! I moonwalked right next to him (okay, maybe just shuffled awkwardly) Ha ha ha 🤣

Then, I got all cultured, posing for Michael Angelo as the Mona Lisa except that I had a giant, cheesy grin.

The music legends were next! Madonna, Beyonce, Lady Gaga - slay queens unite! We belted out some (questionable) karaoke together.

And speaking of legends, Bruce Lee was also there! We exchanged fighting stances (again, mostly me flailing around, but hey, the spirit was there!).

Of course, it wasn't all action and pop stars. I got to channel my inner Audrey Hepburn with a classic pose, then went full-on Captain Jack Sparrow with Johnny Depp. ‍☠️

Even royalty wasn't off limits! I rubbed elbows (virtually, of course) with Prince William and Kate Middleton and even got to sat at the Queen of England's throne!!!

And let's not forget the history makers! Sharing a moment with Nelson Mandela and President Obama was truly humbling.

Finally, I got a little taste of Japan with Prime Minister Abe (hope I didn't bow incorrectly!).

This wasn't just a trip to a wax museum, it was a journey through my fangirl fantasies!

Seriously, if you're ever in Tokyo, Madame Tussauds is a MUST. You might not get to hold an Oscar or become president, but you can definitely get the perfect Instagram pic with your idols!

Now, if you'll excuse me, I need to go rewatch all the movies, listen to all the music, and maybe (just maybe) try to recreate some of those epic poses.

Who are your ultimate fangirl/fanboy icons? Let me know in the comments, and maybe we can fangirl together on the next adventure!

Pop Music Icon Debbie Gibson set to electrify Manila with an Electric Youth Anniversary Show!

Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the mega-hit album “Electric Youth”, the record- breaking singer-songwriter-producer is set to electrify the Philippine stage in a massive 2-hour long concert full of hits and surprises on 26th April 2024 (Fri), 8 pm at New Frontier Theater! Get ready for a fun and emotional night of nostalgia and “newstalgia”, as Debbie performs favorites from the Electric Youth and her greatest hits!

One of the Best-Selling albums in Philippines in 1989, Electric Youth defined an entire generation and had us wearing out the cassette in our Walkman, while memorizing the lyrics to classics such as “Lost In Your Eyes”, “We Could Be Together”, “No More Rhyme”, and of course, the inspiring title track “Electric Youth”. The tracks “Who Loves Ya Baby”, “Over The Wall” and Silence Speaks (a Thousand Words) were also fan favorites from the album.

Fast forward 35 Years later, the album has stood the test of time, with the songs still on regular radio playlists while racking up hundreds of millions of streams on Spotify. Debbie Gibson has grown from strength to strength as a timeless force of artistry. She has tread fearlessly and successfully into multi-genres of the entertainment world. After conquering the pop world with her first 3 albums, she starred in 17 musicals over 17 years, playing iconic characters such as Eponine in Les Miserables, Sandy in Grease, Fanny Brice in Funny Girl, Velma Kelly in Chicago and Belle in Beauty and the Beast.

In 2020, Debbie Gibson returned to the Billboard charts with a #4 Dance Chart smash “Girl’s Night Out”. In 2021, she guest starred in “Lucifer” on Netflix, and did a successful residency at The Venetian in Vegas with New Kids On The Block member, Joey McIntyre. In the same year, she released her first album in 20 years, “The Body Remembers”, which shot to #2 on Apple Pop Sales Chart, achieving over a million streams in the first month. In 2022, she released her first holiday album, Winterlicious, and completed a sold-out Winter Tour in the USA. In 2023, she was invited to perform as the “Nightowl” in the hit TV series, The Masked Singer, and announced a book deal for her upcoming memoir.

Debbie Gibson shows no signs of slowing down. She was honored with the Trailblazer Award in January 2024 from The Women’s International Music Network at the 12th Annual She Rocks Awards.

Come celebrate with the legendary Debbie Gibson, and We Could Be Together this 26th April 2024 (Fri), 8pm at New Frontier Theater.

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