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IN PHOTOS: Do you still remember former 'Tween Hearts' star Lexi Fernandez?

By Aaron Brennt Eusebio

Published On: July 9, 2019, 06:50 PM

Updated On: January 5, 2021, 03:14 PM

Lexi Fernandez, daughter of actress Maritoni Fernandez, once followed her mom's footsteps through several series that aired in GMA in the early 2000s.

She was best known as Leslie “Les” Fernan in the 2010 youth-oriented show Reel Love Presents: Tween Hearts, which was top-billed by a number of then-young stars including its lead cast Barbie Forteza and Joshua Dionisio, and Bea Binene and Jake Vargas, and her then onscreen partner Derrick Monasterio.

She left the show business in 2013, citing that she was secretly suffering from two mental disorders - anxiety and depression while working as an actress.

After taking a step back into the limelight, Lexi decided to focus on her studies and later enrolled at the University of Asia and the Pacific.

In August 2019, the former star gladly announced that she graduated from college and has earned a degree in Child Development and Education in the said university.

Studying for Lexi didn't stop there as she has also chosen to pursue master's studies in Australia. She has been living independently in the said country since February 2020.

Take a look at Lexi Fernandez's life away from the hustle and bustle of showbiz in the gallery:

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Tween Hearts

Lexi Fernandez rose to fame in 2010 when she was introduced in 'Reel Love Presents: Tween Hearts' with Barbie Forteza, Bea Binene, and Jake Vargas, among others.

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Maritoni Fernandez

Lexi's mom is actress Maritoni Fernandez.

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Tween Academy

The success of 'Tween Hearts' led to the movie 'Tween Academy Class of 2012' where they had a chance to work with Alden Richards.

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Derrick Monasterio

Lexi was usually paired with Derrick Monasterio.

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Because of You

In 2015, Lexi had a role in the series 'Because of You' as Clara Salcedo before she took a break.

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Showbiz

In 2016, Lexi explained her decision to quit showbiz. According to a now-deleted post, she revealed that she was battling anxiety and depression.

Why did Lexi Fernandez quit showbiz?

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Anxiety attack

In a post in April 2019, Lexi revealed that she suffered from an anxiety attack.

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UA & P

In 2019, Lexi graduated from college at the University of Asia and the Pacific.

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Vlogger

Lexi and Maritoni launched their YouTube channel, Ton & Lexi, in June 2019. They usually spend quality time together by creating vlogs.

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Higher Education

Lexi is currently pursuing a master's degree in Australia.

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Christmas

The former Kapuso actress also spent the holidays in Australia away from her mom Maritoni Fernandez.

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Grateful

With all that's happened in 2020, Lexi remains grateful for life and for the “little family” she has in Australia.

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LDR

Despite her long-distance relationship with her boyfriend, the couple still finds time to communicate and bond.

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Birthday

Maritoni Fernandez celebrated Lexi's 26th birthday last January 4 by writing a lengthy and heartfelt message for her, “You make me proud in a way that my heart overflows. You are proof that if you raise a child knowing and loving and trusting Jesus, all will be well.”