Liza Soberano laments getting called “laos” after moving to LA
- Liza Soberano opened up about financial sacrifices and starting over in Los Angeles
- The actress revealed that moving to the United States meant giving up the lucrative income she enjoyed in Philippine showbiz
- Soberano admitted she now takes on smaller projects and influencer gigs to help pay her bills while pursuing her international dreams
- The actress said criticism about being “laos” hurt her at first but she remains committed to building a career abroad
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Actress Liza Soberano candidly discussed the challenges she has faced since relocating to Los Angeles in 2024, revealing that pursuing an international career required major sacrifices despite the success she previously enjoyed in the Philippines.
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Speaking on the “Painfully Human” podcast hosted by Edward Barber, Soberano reflected on the realities of starting over in a highly competitive entertainment industry while adjusting to a completely different lifestyle.
According to the actress, one of the biggest sacrifices she made was leaving behind the financial security she had built throughout her years in Philippine show business.
“Now, I think that I moved to LA obviously, money is the biggest thing that I’ve sacrificed because I could be here in the Philippines doing the same thing I’ve been doing since I was 12, making lots of money,” Soberano said.
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She explained that while television projects and films helped build her career, endorsement deals in particular provided substantial earnings.
“Endorsements pay really well, not taping and movies, but endorsements pay really well,” she shared.
Soberano acknowledged that she could have chosen to remain in the Philippines and continue enjoying the same level of financial success. However, she decided to pursue a bigger dream overseas despite the uncertainty that came with it.
“I could still be easily just doing that and still making the same amount of money that I used to, but now I don’t. That’s what I sacrificed to be living in LA,” she said.
The actress also spoke about the emotional impact of seeing criticism online after her move to the United States.
“When I first moved to LA, it really hurt me when people would be like, ‘oh, laos na siya, we don’t see her anywhere,’ ‘oh, laos na siya, she’s like, only doing this, like, little influencer gigs,’” she recalled.
Soberano explained that many people may not realize the realities faced by artists who are trying to establish themselves in a new market.
“But guys, that’s how I stay alive. Like, I’m not making as much money as I did before,” she said.
According to the actress, a significant portion of her income still comes from Asia, while her expenses are now based in the United States, creating additional financial pressures.
“Majority of my money still comes from Asia, but I’m living in the US. So, the conversion is crazy,” she explained.
Because of this, Soberano said she takes on various smaller projects whenever opportunities arise.
“And so, I have to do all these, like, little gigs every now and then because that’s how I pay my bills and that’s like the price that I’m paying so that I can like, fulfill this ambition or dream of mine.”
Despite the challenges, Soberano remains focused on achieving her goals internationally. Since relocating, she has continued building her career through a variety of projects while expanding her presence beyond the Philippine entertainment industry.
Among her notable international projects are the film Lisa Frankenstein and the animated feature Forgotten Island. The actress has also explored opportunities behind the camera as she continues to broaden her creative pursuits.
Many fans praised Soberano’s honesty, noting that her comments offered a realistic look at the difficulties of leaving an established career behind in order to pursue opportunities on a larger stage.
Liza Soberano is a prominent Filipina actress and model who has steadily expanded her career beyond the Philippines in recent years. She first rose to widespread fame through hit television series such as Forevermore, Dolce Amore, and Bagani. After making her Hollywood debut in the 2024 film Lisa Frankenstein, she continued pursuing international opportunities.
Earlier, Liza Soberano opened up about her evolving relationship with social media, sharing that stepping back from constant online engagement has brought her greater peace of mind and a healthier perspective on life. The actress said distancing herself from social media helped reduce anxiety and allowed her to focus more on personal growth and self-discovery rather than trying to please everyone.
Previously, Liza briefly returned to the Philippines for a short visit, where she spent quality time with family, friends, and colleagues from the entertainment industry. Despite her growing list of international projects and commitments abroad, the actress made it a point to reconnect with loved ones during her stay before returning to continue pursuing opportunities overseas.
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