Former actress Rica Peralejo recently opened up about her past relationship with Piolo Pascual, revealing that they had once discussed marriage, despite their connection lacking a formal label.
During a guest appearance on ‘Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,’ Peralejo shared insights into her history with Pascual, acknowledging that they had been romantically involved several years ago, but their relationship remained undefined.
“Wala na ‘yan. Walang issue na yan, that’s why I can talk about it this way because I have that kind of relationship with him na alam mo tumanda na tayo, we don’t really have to like fret about that anymore or fight about that,” she shared to Abunda.
The conversation turned to a discussion about settling down, prompting Peralejo to recall past conversations with Pascual about the possibility of marriage. However, she admitted that their relationship lacked clarity and was never officially labeled.
“And there were talks of like, parang hindi naman diretso pero na magse-settle down together. Pero like any other couple, ganu’n lang siya. Na maiisip mo na puwedeng mangyari ito,” she clarified. “Pero he never naman promised. I never naman really said na I wanted this. It was just something that we entertained. It never got to that point and we never labeled our relationship. But it was very, very good naman what we had together.”
Peralejo described their dynamic as resembling that of a couple, noting that they had discussed the idea of settling down together. Despite entertaining the notion, neither party made any concrete promises or commitments regarding their future.
“I think it was very obvious that we liked each other. We loved each other but we were like more friends really na ‘yung we just like to be together a lot,” she added.
Despite the absence of a formal label, Peralejo emphasized that their relationship was fulfilling and enjoyable. She mentioned that they never explicitly defined their status, yet their bond was strong and affectionate.
“Parang may hints here and there ng ganito. Ako naman ang aking habit naman kahit noon nu’ng single ako lalo, was hindi ako assuming na kahit na nagpapahaging hindi ko sasakyan until talagang in-offer na sa ‘yo concretely. So I didn’t really ride on that whenever I would hear something and whenever I would feel something. “Para sa akin, maybe there is a possibility, but let’s see. Until it’s really there, it’s, you know, I don’t consider it serious,” she ended the issue.
Reflecting on their connection, Peralejo described it as a close friendship marked by mutual respect and affection. While there were hints of romantic interest, Peralejo adopted a cautious approach, refraining from assuming anything until clear intentions were communicated.
