MANILA, Philippines — Box office queen Kathryn Bernardo has publicly thanked her fans for their continued trust and for respecting the decisions she makes in her personal life.
The actress made the remarks during a press conference on February 23, 2026, where she was launched as the new face of a local bank. Her comments come amid persistent dating rumors linking her to Lucena Mayor Mark Alcala.
Key Highlights:
- Respect and Trust: Bernardo emphasized that true support involves allowing her to grow and even make mistakes. “If you really trust me, you have to allow me to grow… that’s where respect comes in,” she stated.
- Dating Rumors: While she hasn’t explicitly confirmed a relationship, she and Mayor Mark Alcala have been spotted together on several occasions, most recently dining at a restaurant in Rockwell, Makati.
- Supportive Environment: She expressed gratitude toward both her fans and the brands she endorses for not trying to “change” her and for supporting her throughout both the good and “not-so-good” times.
- Defending Her Image: The actress’s mother, Min Bernardo, recently had to defend Kathryn from “fake news” after a fabricated quote card surfaced online falsely claiming Kathryn had criticized President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
Upcoming Projects:
Fans can look forward to seeing Bernardo in the upcoming drama titled “Someone, Someday,” where she will star alongside James Reid and Maja Salvador.