Ed Westwick tops Philippine Google search

Ed Westwick's arrival in Manila truly created quite a buzz online as evidenced by the week-long (May 27-June 3) data gathered by Google Philippines.

Ed Westwick's exclusive interview on Showbiz Central | Courtesy of "spoangs" of Youtube

According to the local unit of search engine giant in the country, Ed Westwick who plays the role of Chuck Bass in the popular American TV series "Gossip Girl", was the most searched personality in the Philippines last week.

The British actor was here in the country from May 31 to June 3 to shoot for local clothing brand Penshoppe which has chosen him as its new lead endorser. Check out the details HERE.

Meanwhile, National Basketball Association (NBA) teams Dallas Mavericks and Miami Heat who are currently facing off in NBA Finals took the second and third spot in the Top 10 most searched topics on Google PH.

Here's the said list:

1. Ed Westwick
2. Dallas Mavericks
3. Miami Heat
4. Selena Gomez
5. LeBron James
6. Dirk Nowitzki
7. Julia Montes
8. Kim Chiu
9. Kathryn Bernardo
10. Avril Lavigne

Ed Westwick, Chuck Bass of 'Gossip Girl', arrives in Manila (Photos)

Ed Westwick, Chuck Bass of "Gossip Girl", has arrived in Manila, Philippines late Tuesday night.

Spotted: Ed Westwick aka Chuck Bass arriving in Manila | Courtesy: Joyce A. Ramirez

Ed Westwick is here in the country to shoot for Penshoppe's 25th-anniversary pre-Holiday 2011 to Summer 2012 collection. The local clothing brand has chosen the English actor as its lead endorser.

The Hollywood actor will be having a press conference tomorrow and will start shooting with Australian fashion photographer Darren Tieste in cooperation with international publicity firm PR Asia Worldwide on June 4. He will be in the country until Friday.

Ed Westwick, 23, is internationally known for his sexy bad boy character, Chuck Bass, in the hit American TV series "Gossip Girl." He is also set to do the remake of "Romeo and Juliet" and star in an upcoming Clint Eastwood movie "J. Edgar."

Check out below more arrival photos of Ed Westwick in Manila courtesy of Joyce A. Ramirez and Penshoppe:

Ed Westwick, Chuck Bass of 'Gossip Girl', coming to Manila, Philippines!

Ed Westwick best known for his role as Chuck Bass in the hit American TV series "Gossip Girl" is arriving in Manila, Philippines next week!

Ed Westwick, Chuck Bass of 'Gossip Girl', coming to Manila, Philippines | Photo source: tvfanatic.com

Ed Westwick will be here for local clothing brand Penshoppe which has chosen him as its newest endorser! Whew!

The report was confirmed by Penshoppe through its Twitter account. Just a few hours ago, the tweet below was posted on the apparel brand's Twitter page:

"IT'S OFFICIAL: ED WESTWICK is the newest endorser of Penshoppe! follow us on twitter for updates xoxo."

The Hollywood actor's activities in the country include a press conference and a private party on June 2; and a 4-day shoot for Penshoppe which will begin on June 4.

XOXO :D

Update: Ed Westwick arrives in Manila. Check Chuck Bass' arrival photos here:

Ed Westwick, Chuck Bass of 'Gossip Girl', arrives in Manila (Arrival Photos)