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Paul Mata

California, Los Angeles, Sacramento
As seen in: Rappler, Los Angeles Times, PEP
Covers:  NBA, basketball, Philippines basketball, Philippines, Filipinos, Asian-Americans, Filipino-Americans, Charlotte Hornets, Atlanta Hawks
entertainment | sports | writer | photographer | (tweets are my own. it does not reflect the views of my publication or employer) || Email: paul@paulmata.com

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Paul Mata’s Biography

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Paul has more than decade of professional photography and writing experience.

He began his career in 2005 at Newsbreak magazine (now under Rappler.com) working as a photo contributor. He also did freelance work for Summit Media, shooting for Candy, Seventeen, Kid Zone, Hi! and Yes! magazines.

He eventually found his niche in the entertainment website Philippine Entertainment Portal (PEP.PH) covering lifestyle events, interviewing celebrities and getting the juiciest showbiz news.

In 2011, he ma…

Paul Mata’s Journalist Portfolio

TIMELINE: How David Bunevacz turned from star athlete to swindler

TIMELINE: How David Bunevacz turned from star athlete to swindler

Remember David Bunevacz? The former Filipino-American athlete and showbiz personality could face 40 years in …

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Yam Concepcion thrills fans in rare public appearance at Florida event

Yam Concepcion thrills fans in rare public appearance at Florida event

Kapamilya actress Yam Concepcion makes a rare showbiz appearance at an event for Filipino-Americans in Tampa,…

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Kai Sotto glad to have pursued U.S. stint: 'Dami kong natutunan'

Kai Sotto glad to have pursued U.S. stint: 'Dami kong natutunan'

CHICAGO, USA - Chasing a dream thousands of miles away from home is not an easy decision, but Kai Sotto is re…

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Inigo Pascual wows crowd in Florida event

Inigo Pascual wows crowd in Florida event

As a 30th anniversary treat for its subscribers, TFC brings Inigo Pascual to entertain them at the PhilFest e…

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Dwyane Wade thankful for 'purple shirt guy'

Dwyane Wade thankful for 'purple shirt guy'

Published 4:28 PM, March 07, 2019 CHARLOTTE, USA - If you've recently checked out Dwyane Wade's "One Last Dan…

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How an L.A. grifter ripped off his best friends and got rich with his sprawling weed scams

How an L.A. grifter ripped off his best friends and got rich with his sprawling weed scams

L.A. swindler David Bunevacz drove a yellow Lamborghini and posed as a weed mogul as he fleeced friends, his …

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Articles

BINI receives Billboard Global Force Award: ‘A milestone, a responsibility we carry’

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By Paul Mata
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LOS ANGELES, USA – Fresh off a historic performance at the 2026 Coachella Music Festival, BINI marked another milestone as the P-pop group received the Global Force Award at the 2026 Billboard Women in Music event at the Hollywood Palladium on Wednesday, April 29 (Thursday, April 30, Manila time).
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Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra earns record $120-million extension

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By Jasmine W. Payo, Paul Mata
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CHARLOTTE, USA – Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra has agreed to a contract extension with the team that will make him the longest-tenured coach in franchise history. According to an ESPN report, the eight-year, $120-million deal will also make him one of the highest-paid coaches in the league. News of his contract extension was first reported by Heat beat reporter Ira Winderman and later officially announced by the team.
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How momentum shifted to Miami

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By Paul Mata
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MIAMI, USA – As the series switches to the sunny beaches of Florida, momentum it seems has shifted to the Miami Heat following their masterful comeback against the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of the series. Perhaps it started right before tip-off when Heat coach Erik Spoelstra kept people guessing on the composition of his starting five, just two hours before the game. “I cannot confirm that, nor will I,” Spoelstra said, giving the media gathered a quick smile.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Photo Correspondent for Newsbreak Magazine. I often found myself accompanying my editors with their interviews and learned from them.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

Yes! Taught me to write my stories first before I typed them on paper.

How is social media changing news?

Helps spread the news (and sometimes stories without any facts). One has to be unique with the things that you share on your accounts.
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