Inspiring celebrity LGBTQIA+ couples
Sometimes, finding LGBTQIA+ representation in media can be hard, especially looking for direct expressions of queer love.
Fortunately, more and more Filipino celebrities are opening up about their personal life (romance included) highlighting that love truly knows no gender.
From talk show host Tito Boy Abunda to singer Nar Cabico, let's take a look at the many LGBTQIA+ stars who have found love and are not afraid to show it to the world.
Love definitely wins on this one!
Joel Lamangan and Jim Pebanco
Veteran director Joel Lamangan and character actor Jim Pebanco have been in a relationship for more than three decades. Jim appeared in the GMA Primetime series 'Pamilya Roces' which was directed by Direk Joel.
Renzo Almario
Renzo was a 'PopStar Kids' finalist and was a SugarPop member together with Julie Anne San Jose and Rita Daniela.
Renzo and Ceejay
Renzo is currently in a relationship with Ceejay Serrano and has celebrated their first anniversary in February 2018.
Andoy Ranay
'More Than Words' director Andoy Ranay is happy and very much in love with film director Noel Escondo. Noel is a co-director of 'Nakaw,' which participated at Cannes Film Festival's Short Film Corner last May 2018.
Ice and Liza
Ice proposed to Liza on February of 2014 and got married on December that same year. They tied the knot in San Francisco, California. Today, the two are extremely happy with their lives as they continue to pursue their many passions such as music and traveling.
Rajo Laurel and Nix Alañon
Fashion designer Rajo Laurel and interior designer Nix Alañon have been together for a decade. Both designers are successful in their respective fields.
Rajo and Nix
Aside from having creative minds, another similarity between Rajo and Nix is that they love exploring different countries and getting inspirations from different cultures.
Boy Abunda and Bong Quintana
Another LGBT couple that has stood the test of time is Boy Abunda and Bong Quintana. They have been together for 30 years.
Boy and Bong
At first, Boy and Bong hid their relationship from Bong's family. When Boy finally decided to have lunch with Bong's family, it turns out that his dad was Boy's biggest fan!
Nar Cabico and VJ Capule
Nar had been in a five-year relationship with VJ Capule who resides in America before taking their romance to another level.
Nar and VJ
Nar and VJ tied the knot in Downtown Los Angeles on August 19, 2017.
Joey Mead King and Ian Angelo King
Model-host Joey Mead started dating business man and car enthusiast Ian Angelo King as early as 2006. They tied the knot in November 2011.
Joey and Angelina
Ian created buzz online as he came out as a transwoman in July 2016 and now prefers to be called Angelina Mead King. Nonetheless, their love for each other remains steadfast. Angelina refers to her partner Joey as her rock and number one supporter.
Francis Libiran and Christian Mark Jacobs
Renowned fashion designer Francis Libiran is in a relationship with Singapore-based American entrepreneur Christian Mark Jacobs.
Francis and Christian
Francis and Christian got married in Boracay on March 17, 2017.
Ate Glow and Mr. Hampshire
Ate Glow, born Rene Boy Facunla and impersonator of former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, has been living in the UK. There she met the love of her life whom she prefers the public to call as Mr. Hampshire.
Mr. and Mrs. Hampshire
Ate Glow and Mr. Hampshire dated for 18 months before exchanging vows and starting forever at the Chelsea Old Town Hall in London.
Kaladkaren Davila and Mr. Monkey
Comedian and TV host Jervi Li, popularly known as Kaladkaren Davila, has been in a long-term relationship with her British boyfriend she refers to online as "Mr. Monkey."
Kaladkaren
On September 9, 2020, KaladKaren or Jervi Li in real life, announced that her longtime boyfriend, Luke Wrightson, popped the question making her a bride-to-be!
Luke asked her hand in marriage one casual night while they were hanging out in KaladKaren's apartment balcony. She recalled on her vlog, “It was a fantastic night. I think it's one of the nights that I would never forget in my life.”
Jake Zyrus and Shyre Aquino
Jake and Shyre
In an interview with Jake, he revealed that Shyre was his fan and they met through one of his shows.
Raymond and Rob
In celebration of Pride Month, Raymond Gutierrez shared for the first time his photo with boyfriend Rob William.
LA-based
In an interview, Raymond shared that Robert William is "in the world of law" and is currently based in Los Angeles.
Nica and Justin
“Tala” composer Nica del Rosario and partner Justine Peña confirmed in August 2022 that they tied the knot in Australia, where same sex marriage is legal. Justine works as an actress and assistant director.
Election campaign 2022
Both Nica and Justine have been involved in the election campaign of former Vice President Leni Robredo and composed the jingle “Kay Leni Tayo.”
Nica also wrote the song “Rosas”, which became the unofficial anthem and favorite song of Robredo's supporters.
In her Instagram post Nica shared her thoughts about marrying Justine, “I don't think I'm exaggerating when I say the universe lent us a helping hand to have pulled it off. We faced one obstacle after another, but through faith, love, and the sheer kindness of people, whether they be family, friends, or incredibly talented strangers, the sun (literally) shone on us, and we had a magical wedding day.”
VeeWise
In the world of gaming, there is no better couple than OhMyV33nus and Wise, who are collectively known as VeeWise.
