Jayson Gainza, ibinahagi ang naging papel ni Piolo Pascual sa pagtigil niya sa paninigarilyo

• Jayson Gainza credited Piolo Pascual for inspiring him to leave smoking behind after years of having the habit
• According to a report by Philstar.com, Jayson shared that Piolo’s concern and advice during their time together in the series “Sa Piling Mo” stayed with him and influenced his decision to change his lifestyle
• The experience encouraged him to become more conscious of his health and make better choices for his overall well-being
• Jayson continues to practice healthier routines as part of his commitment to wellness

Actor-comedian Jayson Gainza credited fellow actor Piolo Pascual for helping him quit smoking in 2010, revealing that a memorable conversation and a direct reminder from Piolo during their 2006 television series “Sa Piling Mo” became a major turning point in his decision to leave the habit behind.

According to a report by Philstar.com, Jayson shared during his recent contract signing with OWEN Regenerative and Longevity in Quezon City that Piolo once intervened when he saw him with a pack of cigarettes on set. The advice stayed with Jayson and later encouraged him to embrace healthier habits as he entered his 30s.

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"Natutunan ko kay Piolo, 'Sa Piling Mo,' aking first teleserye. Sabi niya sa akin, yosi ako ng yosi. Si Piolo ayaw niya ng nag-yoyosi. Minsan nasa taping kami, may isa akong kaha. Dinampot niya, ginusot niya. Sabi niya, 'Itigil mo ’yan. Ikamamatay mo ‘yan,'" Jayson shared.

Jayson also recalled another piece of advice from Piolo, who reminded him to take better care of his health as he grew older and to make exercise part of his routine.

"Tapos nag-kwentuhan kami sabi niya, 'Alam mo Jason, ‘pag 30 ka na, talagang alagaan mo na sarili mo, mag-exercise ka na. Kasi, hindi ka na bata, baka mamaya magkasakit ka pa.' Tumatak ’yon sa isip ko," he said.

Jayson said Piolo’s words remained with him and influenced the lifestyle changes he made after reaching his 30s, including exercising and becoming more mindful of the food and drinks he consumed.

"Kaya nang 30s ako, talagang, 'yun, mini-maintain ko na lang talaga, kumbaga inalagaan mo, mag-exercise, tapos, iwas mga pagkain. For example, coke, 'yung mga sugar, mga instant noodles," he said.

Jayson’s story highlighted how a simple reminder from Piolo became a lasting influence on his health journey, helping him make changes that he continues to maintain years later.

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Piolo Pascual is a Filipino actor who appeared in television shows such as “Gimik” and “Mara Clara” during the early 1990s. He gained wider recognition after being paired with Judy Ann Santos, with their love team becoming one of the most talked-about pairings in the early 2000s. Together, they starred in four multi-awarded films during that period — “Till There Was You,” “Kahit Isang Saglit,” “Don't Give Up on Us,” and “Bakit Di Totohanin.”

Previously, Piolo opened up about embracing aging and moving beyond his “Ultimate Heartthrob” image. As he approached 50, the actor shared that he was more comfortable being called “Papa P” while continuing to grow personally and professionally. He said he did not want to rely solely on his past achievements and remained focused on taking on new challenges. Piolo continued to stay active in showbiz through various projects, endorsements, and roles that reflected his evolving career.

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Earlier, Piolo shared his thoughts on what he believed kept audiences connected to him throughout his decades-long career. The veteran actor emphasized that authenticity played a major role in building his lasting presence in showbiz, saying people could easily recognize when someone was not being genuine. After three decades in the industry, Piolo remained one of the country’s most enduring and respected stars.

Source: KAMI.com.gh