Celebrity couple Jessy Mendiola and Luis Manzano recently gathered select members of the media, including CinemaBravo, for an intimate thanksgiving get-together on December 2, 2025, at a restaurant in Quezon City. It was a relaxed catch-up where the couple reflected on their year, shared what they’re grateful for, and offered a glimpse of what they’re looking forward to in 2026.
During the conversation, Luis spoke about how he now sees “redirection” as a form of protection, a reminder that certain paths are not meant for you. When asked if he still considers returning to politics, he explained, “Honestly, hindi ko na naiisip. After everything na we went through, everything that’s going on… para sa akin, I found my niche once again.”
(Honestly, I don’t think about it anymore. After everything we went through, everything that’s going on… for me, I found my niche once again.)
He went on to say, “Right after the campaign, the election, for a while, I was lost. Pero after, everything fell into place right away. Ayoko na sayangin din yon, kasi not everyone is given a second chance na manumbalik sa industriya.”
(But after, everything fell into place right away. I don’t want to waste that because not everyone is given a second chance to return to the industry.)
“As of now, my main focus is balik sa pagho-host and taking care of the family. But marami pa rin akong itutulong din naman sa Batangas,” Luis shared, describing his current focus and direction.
(As of now, my main focus is going back to hosting and taking care of the family. But I will still continue helping Batangas.)
For Jessy, gratitude is in full swing—especially after her much-anticipated on-screen comeback through Sins of the Father. And while the wins keep coming, she says there’s still so much to be thankful for: “I can confidently say na nahanap na namin [Luis] yung tamang pattern para sa aming dalawa, sa pamilya namin, and individually.”
(I can confidently say that we [Luis and I] have found the right pattern for the two of us, for our family, and individually.)
She also shared: “I’m grateful to ABS-CBN also, akalain niyo nakabalik pa ako, ’di ba? After 6 long years, taray, aakting ulit ang Jessy Mendiola. Napatunayan ko rin sa sarili ko—nakapagtapos ako ng isang show.”
(I’m grateful to ABS-CBN also, who would’ve thought I’d return, right? After 6 long years, imagine, Jessy Mendiola is acting again. I also proved to myself—I was able to finish a show.)
As the holiday season draws near, Jessy Mendiola shared her heartfelt wish for everyone: “Peace for my family, my husband, for everyone else. But marami rin talagang nangyayari ngayon. Sana amidst all the chaos, marami pang hindi nakakabangon sa mga calamities. Sana maramdaman nila yung warmth… yung pagmamahal.”
(But so much is happening right now. I hope that amid all the chaos, with many still struggling after calamities, they feel warmth… love.)
When asked about her own wishes, Jessy Mendiola smiled and said, “For myself, wala na ako masyadong hilingin pa, nagpapasalamat nalang din ako… talagang masaya po ako.”
(I don’t have much to ask for anymore, I’m just grateful… I’m truly happy.)
Looking ahead, Luis Manzano teases what 2026 has in store for him: “Good situation ang mangyayari next year dahil may babalik akong daily game show, nandiyan pa rin ang Rainbow Rumble, at meron akong isa pang gameshow na gusto pang gawin. Yung next year, ang tinatry gawin, two to three shows.”
(A good situation is coming next year because I have a daily game show returning, Rainbow Rumble is still there, and there’s another game show I want to do. For next year, the plan is two to three shows.)
As 2025 comes to a close, Jessy and Luis reflected on their journey—grateful for second chances, meaningful lessons, and the steady support of the people around them. With their rhythm as partners and as parents now firmly in place, they are stepping into 2026 with gratitude, purpose, and excitement for what lies ahead.
Together, they look forward to embracing another year of growth, love, and new opportunities.
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