Rufa Mae Quinto shares rare photos in 2016 throwback: “Salamat”

• Rufa Mae Quinto participated in the 2016 throwback trend, calling it the "happiest year" when she married Trevor Magallanes
• The comedienne highlighted their time in the US, where she and Trevor raised daughter Athena as "hands-on parents" without a nanny
• Following Trevor’s death from natural causes in July 2025, Rufa Mae is focused on moving forward while raising their "mini-me" daughter
• The actress expressed deep gratitude to fans for their support as she balances her showbiz comeback with her journey as a single mother

In a moving digital tribute, actress and comedienne Rufa Mae Quinto has taken fans back to 2016, a year she describes as the most defining chapter of her life.

Participating in the viral "2016 throwback" trend this January, the beloved star shared a carousel of memories featuring her late husband, Trevor Magallanes, just months after his passing in late 2025.

For Rufa Mae, the year 2016 was a whirlwind of milestones. In her heartfelt Instagram post, she curated a collection of photos ranging from intimate gym sessions and date nights to the public highlights of their wedding and the discovery of her pregnancy.

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"Happiest Year 2016 is the happiest year ever in my life!" she wrote. The comedienne noted that within those twelve months, she met her husband, tied the knot, and began their journey into parenthood.

She reflected deeply on their time in the United States, where they chose to raise their daughter, Athena, without the help of nannies. "We were hands-on parents," she shared in Tagalog, noting that it was just the two of them—husband and wife—who nurtured and raised their child during those foundational years.

The tribute comes at a sensitive time for the actress. Trevor Magallanes passed away in July 2025 due to natural causes, a tragedy that left Rufa Mae a widow just as they were approaching their tenth year of knowing each other.

Despite the heartbreak, the actress has returned to the limelight in 2026, balancing her signature comedic persona with the raw reality of solo motherhood.

Fans and fellow celebrities have rallied around the star, praising her ability to bring laughter to others while carrying her own grief. Responding to the wave of support, Rufa Mae expressed her gratitude, noting that she still sees her late husband "in every part" of Athena—from her eyes and smile to her gestures and voice.

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While the actress admits to "adjusting" to her full-time return to the entertainment industry, she emphasized that her priority remains raising Athena.

She credited Trevor for being her partner in every sense, particularly during their years in America where they lived as an "ordinary family."

As she navigates this new chapter in 2026, Rufa Mae continues to ask for guidance from her late husband in spirit, promising to raise their daughter with the intelligence, kindness, and humor they both cherished.

Rufa Mae Quinto is a legendary Filipino comedienne and actress celebrated for her iconic campy humor and enduring impact on pop culture. Launching her career in 1994 on That's Entertainment, she rose to fame with box-office hits like Booba and Super B. She married Trevor Magallanes in 2016 and shares a daughter, Athena. Following Trevor's passing in 2025, Rufa Mae has returned to the Philippines to resume her vibrant entertainment career.

In a press conference of “Your Face Sounds Familiar” in Octorber of last year, Rufa Mae shared that her primary motivation for joining the 2025–2026 season of the show was to find a healthy outlet for grief following the passing of her husband, Trevor Magallanes. The actress candidly admitted that both she and her daughter, Athena, are still navigating the difficult process of mourning their sudden loss from July 2025. For the veteran comedienne, returning to the spotlight is a conscious effort to reclaim happiness and share positive energy with her family and her fans. The current season, which premiered in late 2025, features Rufa Mae alongside a high-profile cast of celebrity performers and a panel of returning iconic judges.

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Meanwhile, in a previous and comprehensive 21-minute personal vlog, Rufa Mae Quinto directly confronted hurtful online speculations regarding her husband's passing and her personal integrity. The actress took the opportunity to explain the circumstances of Trevor's death, emphasizing the need for factual reporting over social media hearsay. Rufa Mae addressed "malicious" accusations that she benefited financially from the tragedy, clarifying that she has not received any monetary payouts or death benefits. During the video, the actress expressed her disappointment toward those claiming she was "happy" for a financial gain, stating that her focus remains solely on her daughter's well-being and her own healing.

Source: KAMI.com.gh