After months of speculation, John Lloyd Cruz finally inks a contract with GMA Network igniting talks among fans the possibility of his much-awaited reunion with Bea Alonzo in a project pointing out their being connected with the same network now.
The 38-year-old actor signed a partnership agreement with GMA for his highly-anticipated program. And Alonzo was among those who virtually welcomed him to the Kapuso network through a video message.
The actress transferred to GMA last July after being an ABS-CBN talent for almost two decades.
“Hi Idan, ito na naman tayo, magkasama na naman tayo. Mukhang totoo yata ‘yung sinabi nila na magkadugtong ‘yung bituka nating dalawa,” Alonzo said in her video message. “I cannot wait for everyone to see and experience the greatness of a John Lloyd Cruz just like I did through the years.
Cruz also received a warm welcome from Kapuso stars including Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, and Alden Richards.
“Maraming salamat sa pagbibigay ng tahanan sa aming munting pamilya at programa. Napakalaking bagay ‘ho na nakahanap kami ng tahanan sa GMA. Sa lahat ng mga nagpaabot ng pagbati… sana talaga lahat tayo ay mabigyan ng pagkakataon na magkatrabaho. Kung may time kayo sana madalaw ninyo kami sa aming programa. I-we-welcome namin kayo sa aming munting pamilya,” said Cruz.
GMA Network executives showed their full support and excitement to Cruz via Zoom, some greeted the actor via video messages and some were physically present at the EDSA Shangri-La Hotel, the venue of the grand welcome.
Present during the contract signing were GMA Network Films Inc. President and Programming Consultant to the Chairman and CEO Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, Senior Vice President for GMA Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, First Vice President for Program Management Jose Mari Abacan, First Vice President for Drama Productions Redgie A. Magno, First Vice President and Head of Regional TV and Synergy Oliver B. Amoroso, First Vice President and Head of International Operations Joseph T. Francia, First Vice President for Legal Affairs Atty. Lynn P. Delfin, First Vice President for Sales and Marketing Riza D. Garduque, Vice President for Corporate Affairs and Communications Angela Javier Cruz, Senior Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi Santiago-Lara, Senior Assistant Vice President for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, GMAAC Assistant Vice President and Head for Talent Imaging and Marketing Unit Simoun S. Ferrer, Assistant Vice President for Program Management Mitzi Garcia, and GMAAC consultant Johnny Manahan.
Wacky Solutions, Inc. Director and Line Producer Edgar “Bobot” Mortiz, CEO of Crown Artist Management, Inc., Rambo Nunez Ortega and COO of Crown Artist Management, Inc., and Mikki Gonzalez were also present for the momentous occasion.
GMA Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon expressed his delight over the partnership and hopes that the milestone deal paves way for more future projects, “John Lloyd is one of the most sought-after actors of his generation. That’s why I’m very happy he chose to partner with GMA for his TV comeback. I’m sure all our Kapuso viewers are excited to watch and support you as you begin a new season in your life. May we continue to work on more projects in the future.”
