Barbie Forteza explains why she passed on Taylor Swift’s concerts
Barbie Forteza might be one of the biggest Swifties in local showbiz, but she confessed that attending the ongoing Taylor Swift’s “Eras” tour — where Australia, Japan, and Singapore were among the...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza, David Licauco’s movie to be featured in Japan film fest
“That Kind of Love,” starring Barbie Forteza and David Licauco, is among the Spotlight Entries at Jinseo Arigato International Film Festival, alongside another Filipino film “Chances Are, You and I”...
View ArticleNo longer tardy, David Licauco has Barbie Forteza to thank
One of the things that makes Barbie Forteza and David Licauco’s screen tandem work is their contrasting personalities. The bubbly Barbie practically grew up in show biz, has a ready laugh and knows her...
View ArticleDavid Licauco on building confidence, getting help from Barbie Forteza
For David Licauco, the secret to the success of “BarDa”—his onscreen partnership with Barbie Forteza—is that they both sincerely want to become better individuals, and so they help each other achieve...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza elated by welcome, repeat appearances on ‘It’s Showtime’
Barbie Forteza is elated as she recalled how the hosts and crew of “It’s Showtime” made her feel welcomed, and is even looking forward to her next appearance on the ABS-CBN noontime show. Forteza has...
View Article‘Pulang Araw’ starring Alden Richards, Barbie Forteza, David Licauco to air...
The upcoming Kapuso historical drama “Pulang Araw,” starring Alden Richards, Barbie Forteza, David Licauco, Dennis Trillo, and Sanya Lopez, is scheduled to be released in July. According to press...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza shows admiration for Kathryn Bernardo, hopes to work with her
Barbie Forteza expressed her admiration for Kathryn Bernardo, especially with how she takes care of her “career and personal life,” while hoping they would work together in the future. At a press...
View Article‘BarDa’s’ make-believe kind of love
Barbie Forteza and David Licauco’s “BarDa” loveteam is such a “kilig provider” in their GMA 7 TV shows. The giddiness level rises as they star in their very first movie together, “That Kind of Love,”...
View ArticleHow Barbie Forteza is able to resist David Licauco’s charms
I consider being with him my safe space,” said Barbie Forteza of on-screen partner David Licauco, as a way to explain how they’ve managed to remain good friends even though their supporters continue to...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza admits feeling guilt over ‘setting aside’ Jak Roberto for BarDa
Barbie Forteza got candid about the guilt she feels over “setting aside” her actor boyfriend Jak Roberto for her “BarDa” love team with David Licauco, admitting that spending quality time together is...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza, David Licauco got mistaken for real-life couple by Arlene...
Barbie Forteza and David Licauco’s co-star, Arlene Muhlach, revealed that she thought that the two were actual real-life partners given their convincing on-screen chemistry. In her recent interview on...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza rescues Herlene Budol after falling off GMA Gala stage
Kapuso actress Barbie Forteza may look like a damsel in distress, but in real life, she played knight in shining armor to Herlene Budol after the latter stumbled and fell face-flat while walking the...
View ArticleHerlene Budol personally thanks Barbie Forteza for GMA Gala rescue
Herlene Budol went out of her way to thank Barbie Forteza for rescuing her when she stumbled onstage and fell face-flat while modeling during the 2024 GMA Gala night last July 20, Saturday. In a video...
View ArticleAlden Richards says filming ‘Pulang Araw’ was an emotional experience
For Alden Richards, portraying the “untold legacies of Filipinos during World War 2” in the historical drama “Pulang Araw” was an emotional and disturbing experience, as it dawned on him how much his...
View ArticlePag-ibig sa bayan o sarili? ‘Pulang Araw’ leads choose self-love first
If they had to choose between love for self and country, “Pulang Araw” lead stars Alden Richards, Barbie Forteza, David Licauco, and Sanya Lopez admitted they would prioritize self-love first. The...
View Article‘Pulang Araw’ among selected works to be archived on the moon
“Pulang Araw” is one of the local works set to be archived on the moon — as part of the Lunar Codex’s time capsule project — making it the first Filipino drama to do so. The historical drama, starring...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza shares family home purchase: ‘B Casa is now ours’
Barbie Forteza announced a new milestone as she officially purchased and signed the papers for her family’s acquisition of a new home, which they have lovingly called “B Casa.” Forteza recently took to...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza confirms split with Jak Roberto: ‘Beautiful goodbye’
Barbie Forteza confirmed that she and fellow actor Jak Roberto have ended their relationship after seven years of being together, but she didn’t reveal the cause of their split. Forteza announced on...
View ArticleJak Roberto stays mum on confirmed breakup with Barbie Forteza
Jak Roberto has so far remained silent despite his confirmed split with Barbie Forteza after seven years of relationship, as the actor has yet to issue a statement addressing their breakup. Forteza...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza’s mom, sister went cryptic before her split reveal: ‘Gusto ko...
While Barbie Forteza maintained that she wanted to keep her previous relationship with Jak Roberto between them, her mom and sister caught the attention of netizens after making cryptic posts...
View ArticleExchange gifts to food dates: A look at Barbie Forteza, Jak Roberto’s romance
The seven-year relationship between Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto reached its final chapter, with the actress expressing her gratitude to Roberto for being such an “exceptional” partner. Throughout...
View ArticleDavid Licauco amused by ‘3-month rule’ reminder from netizens
David Licauco appears amused by hilarious remarks from netizens who reminded him about the “three-month rule,” amid speculations of him being single. The actor showed a photo of himself “chilling” at...
View ArticleIN THE SPOTLIGHT: Evolution of Barbie Forteza, David Licauco’s love team
Following the recent breakup of Barbie Forteza and her boyfriend of seven years, Jak Roberto, the former’s love team partner David Licauco is also thrust into the spotlight as netizens have ignited...
View ArticleShowbiz Roundup: Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto split; MMFF 2024
Year 2025 started on an explosive note with Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto ending their relationship after seven years. Neither the exes addressed the reason behind their breakup, but Forteza hoped...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza marks ‘fresh start’ after split with Jak Roberto
Barbie Forteza spent the first few days of 2025 making a “fresh start,” amid her breakup with her boyfriend of seven years, actor Jak Roberto. The actress showed herself all smiles during her...
View ArticleVice Ganda teases David Licauco about courting a ‘leading lady’
David Licauco was seemingly put in the hot seat after Vice Ganda asked about the former’s thoughts on courting a “leading lady” who just came from a breakup. Licauco visited “It’s Showtime” as the...
View ArticleDavid Licauco adheres to ‘three-month rule’ after breakup: Heal yourself first
David Licauco weighed in on the “three-month rule” that couples who have recently broken up should take into consideration. The “Pulang Araw” actor stressed that people who recently broke up should...
View Article‘Single’ Barbie Forteza enjoying ‘self-discovery era’ with new projects
More than a month after Barbie Forteza confirmed that she was single, she excitedly declared that she has entered her “self-discovery and self-love era.” Forteza spoke about enjoying this...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza asks David Licauco: Tayo na lang kaya?
BarDa fans could not contain their “kilig” after love-team partners Barbie Forteza and David Licauco pondered on being a “couple” in an apparent skit. In the clip shared by Sparkle GMA Artist Center on...
View ArticleSanya Lopez says brother Jak Roberto still single after split with Barbie...
Sanya Lopez shared that her brother Jak Roberto is still single, almost three months after his split with Barbie Forteza. Lopez told reporters after the recent media conference for her upcoming film...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza shows off new sleek short hair
Actress Barbie Forteza has ditched her long hair and said hello to her shortest haircut ever. Forteza surprised her Instagram followers on Friday, April 4, with the sight of her sleek, fresh haircut....
View ArticleBarbie Forteza attends David Licauco movie premiere: ‘I am so proud of him’
Barbie Forteza is one proud friend as she showed support to her on-screen partner David Licauco, who’s headlining the film “Samahan ng mga Makasalanan.” Forteza wore a V-neck red mini dress and debuted...
View ArticleDavid Licauco on Barbie Forteza-Jak Roberto’s split: ‘Wala akong kinalaman’
David Licauco might have developed a closer friendship with his onscreen partner Barbie Forteza, but he reiterated that he had no role in Forteza’s breakup with her ex-boyfriend Jak Roberto. Licauco...
View ArticleHow Barbie Forteza, David Licauco know they are close with someone
As a love team, Barbie Forteza and David Licauco are the definition of “opposites attract,” with their personalities complementing each other. Somehow, their differences extend to their respective ways...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza, Euwenn Mikaell team up for horror flick ‘P77’
Barbie Forteza and young talent Euwenn Mikaell are set to showcase their acting chops in the upcoming horror film “P77.” In the stills provided by GMA Pictures from the movie, Forteza and Euwenn were...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza opts not to talk about past romance with ex-BF Jak Roberto
Five months after Barbie Forteza confirmed her breakup with longtime boyfriend Jak Roberto, Forteza would rather not discuss her past romance with the actor out of respect for their relationship. “I’m...
View ArticleGMA’s 75th anniversary gala: Kapuso stars shine in their elegant best
It was a celebration of legacy, friendship, and star power as Kapuso celebrities like Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, Barbie Forteza, Alden Richards, among others gathered at GMA’s 75th anniversary...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza, Jameson Blake spark romance rumors after fun run sighting
Barbie Forteza and Jameson Blake have yet to address their relationship status even as they sparked romance rumors after being seen together at a Pampanga fun run. Forteza and Blake were spotted...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza, Jak Roberto interact in public for first time since breakup
Former couple Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto appeared to have put the past behind them after they were seen interacting in public for the first time since announcing their separation. In a photo...
View ArticleBarbie Forteza, Ruffa Gutierrez, Kyline Alcantara unmask the true cost of beauty
At 12 years old, Barbie Forteza tiptoed into showbiz, wide-eyed and idealistic, believing that if she worked hard enough—and was good enough—she could one day become a successful actress. But she was...
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