Jennylyn Mercado recently took to Instagram to share a captivating throwback photo from her 18th birthday, spotlighting a serendipitous moment with Dennis Trillo, now her husband, subtly present in the background. In the photo, Mercado, adorned in a gown, is seen dancing with her father, while Trillo, clad in a suit and holding a rose, appears behind her, hinting at the future connection between the two.
Captioning the image with “Who would’ve thought?!” Mercado reflects on the unpredictability and wonder of their love story. The couple, affectionately known as DenJen, initially came together in 2010, faced a brief separation, but rekindled their relationship in 2014, leading to their engagement and marriage in 2021. They celebrated the birth of their daughter Dylan in 2022.
Their journey from a background presence to life partners mirrors the unforeseen paths love can take. This throwback post not only highlights their personal milestones but also teases their upcoming on-screen reunion in “Everything About My Wife,” a romantic comedy and their first movie together in 14 years, alongside Sam Milby.
Mercado, known for her role in the series “Love. Die. Repeat,” and Trillo, venturing into a significant antagonist role in “Pulang Araw,” continue to evolve in their professional and personal lives, showcasing their journey from incidental co-presence to a shared life and career.