WATCH: Showbiz Royalties On What They Wish Their Parents Would Listen To Them About
Avanzado, Cruz, Cuneta-Pangilinan, and Gutierrez—these are but a few surnames that have made their way into the hearts of Filipinos, whatever generation they are from, whatever medium they may prefer: television, film, or the stage. Today, the bearers of these names—Jayda, Angelina, Frankie, Lorin, and Venice—follow in their parents’ footsteps and usher us into a new era of Philippine showbiz royalties.
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Recently, Metro.Style spoke to the five girls, heralds of a turning point in the entertainment industry, no longer only known as some superstar’s offspring. They have claimed their names for themselves, and continue to make it theirs through hard work, talent, and charisma. We asked them what they think real beauty is, which individuals they find beautiful, and what they wish their parents would listen to them about. What transpired was a remarkable moment of insight, depth, and grace.
Frankie Pangilinan, daughter of Megastar Sharon Cuneta and Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan says real beauty is what we choose to show to other people. Third-generation Gutierrez siblings Lorin and Venice say it’s being confident in your skin and that it’s something that shines from within. Jayda Avanzado, the musically-inclined daughter of singers Jessa Zaragoza and Dingdong Avanzado eloquently states that it’s about embracing one’s self and appreciating what you have. Angelina Cruz, Sunshine Cruz’s eldest, says that beauty happens when someone’s happy.
Check out what else the girls have to say in the video below!
Produced by Grace Libero-Cruz and Kate Paras-Santiago
Photography by Ria Regino
Creative direction by Chookie Cruz
Styling by Myrrh Lao To (Frankie, Jayda, and Angelina) and Sam Tidalgo (Lorin & Venice)
Makeup by Justine Navato (Frankie), Muriel Vega Perez (Angelina), Owen Sarmiento (Jayda), Mikka Marcaida for NARS (Lorin), and Mayesa delos Santos (Venice)
Hairstyling by Francis Guintu (Frankie, Angelina, and Venice), Brix Batalla (Jayda), and Khrystine Soriano (Lorin)
Video producer: Joan Ko
Videography by Spotlight Creatives
Shoot assistant: Eli Montoro
Shot on location at Axiaa Hotel - 135 West Ave, Project 7, Quezon City
Special thanks to Beyond Flowers and Fiora Manila