Lovely Abella shares kilig reaction to Benj Manalo’s post about his life-changing 2016
- Lovely Abella caught the attention of netizens after she left a heartfelt and kilig comment on her husband Benj Manalo’s throwback post about his meaningful 2016 journey
- The actress’s reaction reminded fans how their love story has remained strong even after many years
- The actor’s post revisited a turning point in his career, highlighting family and several major projects that helped shape his path in the entertainment industry
- Many readers also looked back at how those projects became important stepping stones that eventually led to more opportunities for the Kapuso star
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Lovely Abella warmed the hearts of netizens after she reacted to her husband Benj Manalo’s throwback post about his memorable year in 2016. According to him, it was a time he described as a season of “God’s redirection” in his life.
The sweet exchange between the couple quickly drew attention, not only because of the nostalgia it brought but also because of the genuine affection that Lovely expressed in the comments.

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In his post, Benj reflected on how significant 2016 was for him, both personally and professionally. He shared that it was a year filled with gratitude, growth, and unexpected turns that eventually led him to where he is today.
Alongside his short reflection, the actor listed down the projects and milestones that made that year unforgettable for him, starting with his family, which he clearly placed at the center of everything.
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Among the projects he mentioned was Rak of Aegis, a well-loved Filipino musical that became a huge hit for its relatable story and iconic songs.
Being part of such a successful stage production helped Benj showcase his versatility as a performer.
He also included On the Wings of Love (OTWOL), one of the most popular romantic television series of that time, which gained a massive following and further boosted the careers of its cast.
The actor also cited his involvement in commercials such as Chowking, as well as shows like UnSchooled and ONS, which allowed him to explore different roles and formats. One of the most notable projects on his list was FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano, a long-running action-drama series that became a major fixture in Philippine television and introduced him to a much wider audience.
While many fans focused on the projects, it was Lovely’s comment that truly stood out. In response to her husband’s post, she wrote, “Sampung taon na pero kinikilig pa din ako sayo at kikiligin pa,” a simple yet powerful line that reflected how their love has remained strong through the years.
See Benj's post below:
Lovely Abella is a Filipina actress and comedian who is part of GMA Network. She appeared in the hit movie Hello Love Goodbye with Kathryn Bernardo and Alden Richards. She is married to actor and businessman Benj Manalo, the son of comedian Jose Manalo
In a viral YouTube interview, Lovely opened up about the hard times she went through in the past and how lost she once felt. She shared that she worked as a GRO before because she thought it was the easiest way for her to survive back then. Lovely said her life changed completely when she found her faith, which she described as an instant turning point, and she is now thankful for the loving family and support system she has
Earlier, Lovely and Benj were baptized as Christians at Victory Christian Fellowship in Greenhills. They shared emotional photos from the ceremony and talked about how grateful they are for their spiritual journey. Lovely also thanked their church community for guiding and supporting them as they grow in their faith together
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