"Tuloy lang tayo, Kapuso": Ruru Madrid reflects on his career following GMA contract renewal

• Kapuso star Hero Ruru Madrid officially renewed his contract with GMA Network, reaffirming his loyalty to the network he has called home for 14 years
• Ruru recently looked back on his humble beginnings in the reality talent search Protégé
• Reflecting on how much has changed, the actor noted that half of his life has now been spent as a Kapuso—growing through challenges and victories
• Stepping into his next chapter with stronger faith and deeper purpose, Ruru declared that the dream ignited 14 years ago remains fully alive for him

Ruru Madrid's loyalty and dedication has shone, as the Kapuso star officially renewed his exclusive contract with GMA Network, celebrating 14 fruitful years with the media giant.

Taking to his verified Instagram account @rurumadrid8, the actor shared photos from the formal contract signing ceremony, where he looked dashing in an olive-green suit alongside top GMA executives, including GMA Network Senior Vice President Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes.

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Ruru opened his lengthy tribute with heartfelt gratitude, looking back at where his artistic journey all began:

"From a young boy with a dream, to the man I am today. 💖💙 Naaalala ko nung sumali ako sa Protégé. I was young, excited, nervous, and simply grateful for the chance to chase the dream of becoming an actor. Hindi ko alam noon kung saan ako dadalhin ng journey na ito. I only knew na gusto kong matulungan ang pamilya ko, and I wanted to learn, to grow, and to give everything I had."

Over the past decade and a half, Ruru has steadily risen through the ranks—from a promising teen artist to one of the country's most formidable action leads in series:

"14 years later… half of my life has been spent as a Kapuso. And when I look back, ang dami nang nagbago. I’ve played different characters, faced challenges, experienced victories, learned from failures, and grown in ways I never imagined. Every project became a lesson. Every opportunity became a blessing. And every person I met along the way became part of my story."

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Reaffirming his commitment to his home network, Ruru added: "Today, I’m incredibly grateful to say that the journey continues. Kapuso pa rin ako. 💖💙 Thank you, GMA, for believing in me since the beginning and for continuing to trust me with opportunities that challenge me to become better, not just as an actor, but as a person."

Ruru did not forget the fans who stood by him through every audition and television role since then. Closing his message with renewed drive, Ruru promised:

"The dream that started 14 years ago is still alive. And this time, I’m dreaming even bigger. To the next chapter. To more stories. To more dreams. Tuloy lang tayo, Kapuso. 💖💙"

Fans, fellow artists, and industry colleagues flooded Ruru’s post with enthusiastic cheers and congratulatory messages, expressing excitement for the upcoming series, action projects, and creative ventures in store for the Kapuso star.

As previously reported by KAMI, Ruru Madrid praised Kai Sotto for showing courage and responsibility during a difficult family situation. The actor revealed that Kai flew home from Japan to speak with Rere Madrid's family about her pregnancy. Ruru said Kai's gesture earned his respect because not every man is willing to face such circumstances. He also admired Kai's humble personality, saying it reminds him of his girlfriend.

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Meanwhile, Ruru Madrid openly admitted that he did not expect his younger sister, Rere Madrid, to marry before him after she recently tied the knot with basketball player Kai Sotto. During “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,” Ruru said he sees Rere’s marriage as one of life’s unexpected but beautiful developments and is happy to see her doing well. He also revealed that he does not believe in the Filipino superstition of “sukob."

Source: KAMI.com.gh