Carla Abellana talks about rekindling love with her high school sweetheart

• Carla Abellana revealed that her husband Reginald Santos was actually her first boyfriend and first love during high school
• The Kapuso actress shared that they were students at the same school, with Reginald being three batches ahead of her
• Their young relationship ended amicably when Reginald had to focus on his medical studies
• After more than 20 years, the two unexpectedly reconnected and found comfort in each other once again

Carla Abellana surprised many viewers when she revealed that her husband, Reginald Santos, was not just a new love, but actually her very first boyfriend during her high school years.

The actress shared that they both studied at the same school, with Reginald being three batches older than her. At the time, she was in her first year of high school while he was already in his fourth year, making their young romance both exciting and challenging.

“He was my first boyfriend, my first love,” Carla recalled, admitting that their relationship eventually ended when Reginald had to prioritize his studies and prepare for medical school.

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Despite the breakup, the star clarified that there was no bitterness between them.

“It wasn’t a bad breakup,” she said, explaining that they parted ways on good terms and eventually lost contact as life took them in different directions.

More than two decades later, fate brought them back together through a simple Christmas greeting on social media.

What started as a polite exchange slowly turned into meaningful conversations, leading to a reunion that felt surprisingly familiar.

“It was like no time had passed,” Carla shared, saying that being with him again felt natural and comfortable, as if they were back in their younger years but with more maturity and understanding.

Watch the video of her interview on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda (timestamp: 00:03:16) below.

Carla Abellana is a Filipino actress and model widely recognized for her long-running career with GMA Network. She hails from a well-known showbiz family, being the daughter of veteran actor Rey “PJ” Abellana. In 2021, she tied the knot with fellow actor Tom Rodriguez, but the marriage ended in separation the following year. Despite the personal setback, Carla has remained visible in the entertainment industry, continuing to earn praise for her acting projects as well as her strong advocacy for animal welfare.

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In an earlier report by KAMI, Carla openly shared that she finds real-life cruelty more frightening than ghosts or supernatural beings. She explained that people are more terrifying because they have the “capability na saktan talaga tayo ng husto.” The actress also expressed concern that “evil is everywhere,” pointing to individuals who lack integrity, as well as to theft and corruption, as realities that deeply trouble her.

More recently, Carla became the subject of engagement speculation after she shared a photo showing a diamond ring on her left hand. The post quickly went viral and drew a wave of congratulatory messages from fellow celebrities and fans alike. She paired the image with a line from Jeremiah 29:11, alluding to hope, purpose, and a promising future, which further fueled excitement and curiosity about the next chapter of her life.

Source: KAMI.com.gh