Maintaining a marriage, managing a household, and excelling in a career all at once is a challenge, and not everyone can juggle these responsibilities. However, celebrity couple (husband and wife!) Luis Manzano and Jessy Mendiola show us that it is certainly achievable.
After a year marked by milestones, Jessy and Luis hosted an intimate thanksgiving gathering for their friends in the media. During this relaxed conversation, the couple expressed their gratitude, discussed upcoming projects, and shared their excitement for the future.
Luis Manzano elaborated on the idea of “redirection” as a form of protection from paths that aren’t meant for us. When asked about a potential return to politics, Luis responded, “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.” He further stated, “Right after the campaign, the election. For a while, I was lost. Pero after, everything fell into place right away. Ayoko na sayangin din ’yun kasi not everyone is given a second chance na manumbalik sa industriya.” Currently, he shared that his main priorities are returning to hosting and caring for his family, while also contributing to Batangas.
For Jessy, the spirit of gratitude is strong, especially following her eagerly awaited return to the screen in Sins of the Father. With ongoing successes, she reflects, “I can confidently say na nahanap na namin [Luis] yung tamang pattern para sa aming dalawa, sa pamilya namin, and individually.” She also expressed her gratitude for ABS-CBN, saying, “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.”
As the holiday season approaches, Jessy Mendiola shared her sincere 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,” the actress shared. When asked about her personal wishes, Jessy smiled and shared, “For myself, wala na ako masyadong hilingin pa, nagpapasalamat nalang din ako, talagang masaya po ako.”
Looking to the future, Luis Manzano hinted at what 2026 might hold 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,” Luis said.
As they approach the end of 2025, Jessy and Luis reflect on their journey, appreciating the lessons they’ve learned, the second chances they’ve received, and the supportive individuals in their lives. The couple highlighted how finding their rhythm together and embracing new opportunities illustrate that life’s redirections can often be blessings in disguise. With hearts brimming with gratitude and a commitment to nurturing meaningful relationships, Luis and Jessy are ready for 2026, stronger than ever.
