The beautiful friendship of Glaiza De Castro and Angelica Panganiban
Glaiza De Castro and Angelica Panganiban have enjoyed an enduring friendship despite being from rival networks.
The two first worked together in 'Berks,' a teen-oriented TV series which ran from 2002 to 2004. Since then, they have stayed in contact and have been friends for 20 years.
Glaiza and Angelica are supportive of each other's careers and personal lives and are always present during the important milestones of their lives.
On April 20, 2024, Angelica married her husband, Gregg Homan, for the second time in Siargao. It wouldn't be as successful without the help of Glaiza who served as the bride's matron of honor.
The Kapuso star and their other friends surprised Angelica with a bridal party, gave assistance to her best friend during her wedding, and delivered a touching speech that moved the guests to tears.
"Gusto ko lang sabihin na salamat. Sa dinami-dami mong pwedeng kaibiganin, pinili mong ituloy yung ka-weird-uhang sinimulan natin," Glaiza said in one part of her speech.
"At dahil sa 'yo natutunan kong tanggapin at yakapin ang sarili ko, buksan ang isip ko sa magulo at masayang mundo, to step out of my comfort zone, na ayos lang masaktan kasi sa bawat sakit, may saya na kapalit pero babalik ulit sa ayos kahit na nasaktan ka at okay lang 'yon. Ang mahalaga may mga taong nakapaligid sa 'yo para kahit paano, gumaan 'yung bigat."
According to Angelica, Glaiza raised the standard of being a best friend and she will choose the latter over and over again to be her best friend.
Check out Angelica and Glaiza's photos that show that they are friendship goals in this gallery.
Berks
Glaiza and Angelica first worked together in 'Berks,' a teen-oriented TV series which ran from 2002 to 2004. With them in the photo is one of their co-stars, Allyson Lualhati.
Supportive
They are supportive of each other's non-television projects. Glaiza shows support for Angelica's movies. In turn, Angelica promotes Glaiza's music career.
Marriage
The two are also supportive of each other's romantic relationships. Glaiza is married to David Rainey, while Angelica is married to businessman Gregg Homan.
Friendship goals
Angelica once said in an interview that she wants her friendship with Glaiza to be an example that one can find true friends in the entertainment industry.
Yoga
Glaiza and Angelica have maintained their communication despite the physical distance brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here, they had their meditation and yoga class with their fellow friend, actress-turned-yoga teacher, Maxene Magalona.
Singapore
Glaiza and Angelica are also fond of watching concerts together. In 2017, they flew to Singapore to watch British rock band, Coldplay, perform live with their other celebrity friends like Kean Cipriano, Chynna Ortaleza, and Ketchup Eusebio.
Throwback
Angelica posted this old photo with Glaiza to mark her 34th birthday on January 21, 2022, alongside her touching message for her friend. The former said, "Panalangin kong malayong malayo pa ang marating mo patungo sa mga pangarap mo sa buhay. 'Wag mo lang kalimutang lumingon at kumaway sa aming mga nagmamahal sa 'yo. Palagi akong nandito para sa 'yo amigah."
Wedding
Glaiza De Castro and Angelica Panganiban are always present during the important milestones of their lives. During Angelica's wedding in Siargao, the Kapuso star served as her matron of honor. In her speech, Glaiza thanked Angelica for keeping up with her weirdness.
Standard
According to Angelica Panganiban, Glaiza De Castro raised the standard of being a best friend.