Philmar Alipayo reflects on 2025: “Toughest and heaps of challenges”
- Philmar Alipayo started 2026 by reflecting on 2025, which he described as one of the toughest years of his life, in a candid Instagram post
- On January 2, he shared holiday photos and a video featuring his partner Andi Eigenmann and their children, alongside a message about facing challenges and continuing to move forward
- He expressed gratitude to his friends and family, giving special thanks to Andi for her support
- He ended his reflection with optimism, signaling a hopeful start to the new year
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Professional surfer Philmar Alipayo began 2026 by looking back on a year he described as one of the most challenging periods of his life, sharing a heartfelt reflection on social media that blended honesty, gratitude, and hope for the future.

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On Friday, January 2, Philmar posted a carousel of photos and a short video on Instagram showing moments from the holiday season. The images featured Philmar alongside his partner, Andi Eigenmann, and their children, capturing heartwarming family scenes.
He began his caption with a direct acknowledgment of the difficulties he faced, writing, “2025 is d toughest and heaps of challenges!”
He then shifted the focus toward resilience and personal growth, emphasizing that hardships did not define the outcome of the year. “But we learn and keep moving,” he penned.
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Philmar then took time to thank the people who stood by him through the year’s ups and downs, expressing appreciation in a mix of English and his local dialect.
He wrote: “Salamat sa ako tanan barkada, pamilya, labi na sab sako asawa.” The message highlighted his close ties with friends and family, while giving special recognition to Andi, whom he credited as a key source of strength.
Philmar ended his caption on a hopeful and determined note, signaling a fresh start as the new year begins. He concluded with: “Let’s go 2026.”
Through his post, Philmar shared more than just a holiday update. As he steps into 2026, Philmar’s message points to resilience, support, and the determination to keep moving forward.
See his post below:
Andi Eigenmann is a former actress, model, and social media personality known for her work in television dramas and films in the Philippines. She comes from a well-known showbiz family, with veteran actress Jaclyn Jose as her mother and seasoned actor Mark Gil as her father. Andi gained widespread recognition for her lead role in the ABS-CBN fantasy drama Agua Bendita. In recent years, she has stepped away from mainstream showbiz to pursue a more serene lifestyle. She now lives in Siargao with her fiancé, professional surfer Philmar Alipayo, and their children.
In a previous report, Andi recently posted sun-soaked beach portraits on Instagram, taken by her partner Philmar, showing her relaxed, natural, and radiant look. In her caption, she reflected on her island lifestyle and expressed gratitude for living her dream life with her family.
Earlier, Andi marked her daughter Ellie’s 14th birthday with an emotional social media post. She shared photos from different stages of Ellie’s life and expressed her love, pride, and unwavering support, encouraging her firstborn to chase her dreams with the assurance that she will always be by her side.

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