Social media was abuzz following a teaser post by Star Magic and ABS-CBN hinting at a returning Kapamilya star.
The post featured the silhouette of a long-haired woman, with a caption stating, “One of the world’s most beautiful faces and one of the leading ladies of Star Magic.”
Netizens quickly began speculating about the identity of the returning actress. Among the guesses were Angel Locsin, Erich Gonzales, Kristine Hermosa, Pia Wurtzbach, Liza Soberano, and Jessy Mendiola. However, many dismissed the possibility of Angel Locsin, noting she is not a Star Magic artist.
The mystery was solved when it was confirmed that Jessy Mendiola is making her comeback. This news had been circulating since the press conference for Lovi Poe’s upcoming movie, ‘Guilty Pleasure,’ by Regal Films in April. Scriptwriter Noreen Capili also confirmed Jessy’s return in a conversation on X (formerly Twitter).
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Adding to the excitement, Jessy’s husband, Luis Manzano, commented with several red heart emojis on the Kapamilya Facebook post, further hinting at her return.
Jessy has been on a break from showbiz for four years. Her last appearance was as the host of the TV show ‘Fit for Life’ in 2020. In December of the same year, she got engaged to Luis Manzano. The couple had a civil wedding on February 21, 2021, after which Jessy focused on her married life.
Jessy and Luis welcomed their first child, Isabella Rose Manzano, also known as Peanut, on December 29, 2022. They had a church wedding in Coron, Palawan, on February 15, 2023.
This return also marks Jessy’s comeback to Star Magic, which managed her career from 2007 to 2019 before she became part of Viva Artists Agency.
Jessy Mendiola’s contract signing with ABS-CBN and Star Magic is set for July 2, confirming her much-anticipated return to the entertainment industry.
