Rufa Mae Quinto honors late husband Trevor Magallanes in emotional post about family and motherhood

Rufa Mae Quinto honors late husband Trevor Magallanes in emotional post about family and motherhood

  • Rufa Mae Quinto shared intimate memories of raising her daughter Athena with her late husband, Trevor Magallanes
  • She recalled living a simple, hands-on family life in the United States without household help
  • The actress said motherhood became the happiest and most meaningful chapter of her life
  • Quinto expressed her belief that Magallanes continues to watch over their daughter despite his passing

Rufa Mae Quinto moved many fans after posting a deeply personal message remembering her late husband, Trevor Magallanes, and reflecting on their life together as parents to their daughter, Athena.

Photo: Rufa Mae Quinto
Photo: Rufa Mae Quinto
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In her post, Quinto looked back on her journey into motherhood, sharing that she and Magallanes personally cared for and raised their child without the help of a nanny.

She described how both of them were fully hands-on parents, choosing a quiet and ordinary life while living in the United States.

According to the actress, this period, when she stepped away from show business, became the most beautiful and joyful experience of her life.

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Quinto also recalled the beginnings of their love story, noting that they became a couple on January 9, 2016, shortly before she briefly returned to the Philippines.

Just days later, she flew back to the U.S. to get married, emphasizing how natural and effortless everything felt between them.

In the latter part of her message, Quinto spoke about how deeply Magallanes remains present in their daughter’s life.

She shared her belief that Athena carries her father’s traits, from her smile and laughter to her voice and mannerisms.

“We miss you physically, , pero alam namin kasama ka namin parati . Andyan lang watching our daughter .” she wrote.

The actress ended her message with words of gratitude and love, asking her late husband to continue guiding her as she raises Athena to be happy, kind, and healthy.

She also extended warm greetings for the new year and upcoming celebrations, turning her tribute into both a message of remembrance and hope.

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Rufa Mae Quinto is a well-known Filipino actress and comedienne who rose to fame for her bold, campy humor and unmistakable comedic flair, making her a standout personality in Philippine pop culture. She began her showbiz journey in 1996 as part of the iconic variety program That’s Entertainment and went on to headline several hit films over the years. In her personal life, Quinto tied the knot with Trevor Magallanes in 2016, and the couple welcomed their daughter, Athena, in 2017. In December 2024, Magallanes publicly stated that they were in the process of seeking a divorce, an issue Quinto later addressed in January 2025.

Earlier this year, KAMI reported that Quinto’s daughter, Athena, celebrated her eighth birthday with a Labubu-themed party. Photos from the charming celebration later circulated online, drawing warm reactions from netizens. Actress Iza Calzado, who attended the event, also shared a touching birthday message for her inaanak.

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Meanwhile, in December 2024, Quinto delighted followers by posting a nostalgic photo on her Instagram Stories featuring her and her late father. The actress-comedienne paired the throwback image with a brief but emotional caption that resonated with many. In the post, she lovingly expressed that she will always be a daddy’s girl, a sentiment that touched the hearts of her fans.

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