Celebrities who had kids before 25
Here's a fun fact: In 2017, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) tallied an average of 4, 659 babies born daily or about 194 babies born per hour, or approximately three babies born per minute. Meanwhile, the average age of mothers giving birth was 26 and for fathers was 29 years old.
Of course, that means some moms or dads start their parenting journey earlier in their lives - and that includes celebrities.
On top of starring in your favorite films or teleseryes, it's hard to imagine these celebrities finding the time to factor parenting into their busy lives. With their jam-packed schedules, these stars' multi-tasking skills are definitely worth praising. Like, seriously, how do they get the time to do all that and still look good?
Realizing that these celebrity parents welcomed their first child before turning 25 will leave you both amazed and shocked.
From successful musicians, actors, singers like Sharon Cuneta, Andi Eigenmann, Jennylyn Mercado, get to know the list of celebrities who became parents by the time they turned a quarter of a century old.
These parents (who continue to remain young at heart) prove that you can find the perfect balance between nurturing a family while also thriving at your full-time career in the entertainment industry.
They also stand as a testament to the truth that some people are simply born with the natural gift of parenting!
Scroll through to see which of your favorite celebrities journeyed to parenthood at a young age.
Sharon Cuneta
Sharon Cuneta welcomed her first daughter KC Concepcion when she was only 19 years old.
Janice de Belen
Actress Janice de Belen and then-boyfriend Aga Muhlach welcomed their first child, Luigi “Iggy Boy” Muhlach” at the age of 18. Luigi was born in 1987.
Andi Eigenmann
Andi Eigenmann became a mom at the age of 21 after giving birth to her daughter named Adrianna Gabrielle “Ellie” Eigenmann via cesarean section.
Sunshine Cruz
Sunshine Cruz became pregnant with her first daughter, Angelina Isabelle Cruz, when she was only 24 years old.
Jennylyn Mercado
At the age of 21, Jennylyn Mercado gave birth to her son, Alex Jazz, via cesarean section. Alex's father is Jennylyn's ex-boyfriend Patrick Garcia.
LJ Reyes
Actress LJ Reyes gave birth to her son, Ethan Akio Reyes Avelino, on July 24, 2010. She was around 22 years old. Aki's father is actor Paulo Avelino.
Phoemela Baranda
Host and model Phoemela Baranda welcomed her daughter, Kim, at the age of 18 years old.
Buboy Villar
At the age of 21, actor Buboy Villar is already a parent to two lovely children named Vlanz Karollyn and George Michael.
Jericho Rosales
Actor Jericho Rosales had son Santino when he was 21. Santino “Saint” Rosales is the son of Jericho with former model Kai Palomares.
Piolo Pascual
Piolo Pascual has a son named Inigo Dominic Lazaro Pascual with former girlfriend Donnabelle Lazaro. At the time, Piolo was only 20 years old.
Chariz Solomon
'Bubble Gang' comedian Chariz Solomon gave birth to her first child at the age of 24 years old.
Jodi Sta Maria
Actress Jodi Sta. Maria had son Panfilo Lacson III or “Thirdy” with former husband Panfilo Lacson Jr. in 2005. She was only 23 years old.
Denise Laurel
Denise Laurel gave birth to her son Alejandro in 2011. At the time, she was roughly 24 years old.
Valerie Concepcion
Valerie Concepcion became a mother at 17 when her first daughter, Heather Fiona, was born.
Bettinna Carlos
Actress Bettinna Carlos became pregnant with her daughter when she was 23 years old.
Jackie Forster
Actress and model Jackie Forster welcomed her firstborn son, Andre Paras, at the age of 16 years old to former partner Benjie Paras.
Regine Tolentino
Actress and dancer Regine Tolentino gave birth to her first daughter, Azucena Reigne Perez, at 21 years old. Reigne is Regine's daughter with her previous husband, Lander Vera Perez.
Kylie Padilla
The 'Encantadia' star became a mom to Alas, her son with former partner Aljur Abrenica, in 2017. She was 24 at that time.
Bugoy Cariño
On his 18th birthday, Bugoy Cariño confirmed the rumors that he and volleyball player girlfriend EJ Laure already have a child, Baby Scarlet.
Jon Lucas
Kapamilya-turned-Kapuso actor Jon Lucas welcomes his son, Brycen, in November 2017 when he was only 22.
Angelu de Leon
Former 'T.G.I.S.' star Angelu de Leon got pregnant with her first child, Nicole, when she was 19 years old. Nicole's father is action star Joko Diaz.
Aiko Melendez
Seasoned actress Aiko Melendez was only 23 years old when she gave birth to her first child, Andre Yllana.
Jomari Yllana
The father of Andre is Aiko's then-boyfriend, fellow actor Jomari Yllana. Jomari was 22 when they welcomed Andre.
Lotlot de Leon
Lotlot de Leon welcomed her first child, actress Janine Gutierrez, when she was only 18 years old.
Ramon Christopher
Ramon Christopher, commonly known as Monching Gutierrez, was also only 18 years old when he and his ex-wife Lotlot de Leon welcomed Janine. They have three other children together, namely Diego, Jessica, and Max.
Annabelle Rama
Annabelle Rama was only 22 years only when she gave birth to her daughter, beauty queen and actress Ruffa Gutierrez.
Janella Salvador
After months of speculations, Janella Salvador revealed in late 2020 that she had already given birth to a baby boy in the United Kingdom. She was only 22 years old then.
Markus Paterson
The father of Janella's baby is singer-songwriter Markus Paterson who was also 22 years old then.
Kristoffer Martin
At the age of 26 years old, Kapuso actor Kristoffer Martin revealed that he is already a father to a four-year-old baby girl named Precious Christine.
Geneva Cruz
Actress Geneva Cruz was 20 years old when she had her son, Heaven Arespacochaga, with former flame and INTRoVOYS drummer, Paco Arespacochaga.
Paco Arespacochaga
When Geneva gave birth to their firstborn son, pop-rock drummer Paco Arespacochaga was only 24 years old.
Nora Aunor
Superstar Nora Aunor became a mother to her son, Ian de Leon, at the age of 22. Ian was born nearly 11 months after his mother and former husband, Christopher de Leon, tied the knot via civil wedding.
Aside from Ian, Nora also became the mother to her four adopted children, namely actresses Lotlot de Leon and Matet de Leon, and Kiko and Kenneth.
Christopher de Leon
Christopher de Leon welcomed his first son with his then-wife Nora at the age of 19 years old. He also became the adoptive father of Lotlot, Matet, Kiko, and Kenneth.
Liezl Martinez
Late actress Liezl Martinez, popularly known as Anna Lisa, became a mother at 18 years old. She welcomed her daughter, Alyanna, with her husband Albert Martinez. The couple was also blessed with two more children, Alfonso and Alyssa.
