Actor JC De Vera, who recently renewed his contract with ABS-CBN, arrived at Supersam restaurant in Quezon City with a beaming smile for a private press conference celebrating his 11th year as a Kapamilya.
Looking back on his decade-long career with the ABS-CBN family, JC expressed gratitude for the opportunities that have shaped his “Kapamilya” journey.
“This is my 11th year with ABS. So, I think this is my fourth or fifth time signing a contract. I’m truly grateful that they molded me as an actor. It meant so much to me for all the opportunities they have given me,” JC said.
After his contract renewal, JC shared his hope of being a “forever Kapamilya.”
“Hopefully, I’m praying that it won’t be the last time. If I can be a forever Kapamilya, that’s the path. Eleven years. Maybe even when I turn fifty, I’m hoping that I can still be a Kapamilya,” he added.
When asked about working with GMA, where he first gained recognition, JC emphasized his loyalty to ABS-CBN but expressed openness to opportunities if they align with the network’s direction.
“Maybe it’s up to the decision of management—wherever they want me, whatever they say to me. But since we’re here with the Kapamilya, my heart is with them. My loyalty is with them,” he explained.
He added, “If they need my services, why not? As long as ABS says, ‘Can you do this?’ I’m comfortable working with anyone.”
The 38-year-old actor also discussed an upcoming project with fellow Kapamilya star Gerald Anderson, teasing a unique and challenging role while keeping the details under wraps.
“As of now, I cannot disclose, but I’m a good boy here,” he quipped. “What I can say is it’s going to be interesting and challenging—something fresh. It’s not the usual character I portray.”
JC praised Gerald’s leadership on set, referring to him as “Cap” for “Captain.”
“Working with him, Gerald’s leadership is really good. Whenever he has a project, you can expect that he will lead the show. He will lead the people. He’ll set the tone for all of us. We will all focus on what we need. That’s how he is,” JC shared.
In addition to new projects, JC is reuniting with Rhian Ramos for the film Huwag Mo Akong Iwan, marking their first collaboration since 2008’s La Lola. The actor expressed excitement about working with Rhian again, noting their growth as artists.
“It was great. I felt good because we both matured already. So, while we were working on the project, we knew that we were both wiser and deeper when it came to acting,” he said.
JC also highlighted the film’s socially relevant themes, particularly for OFWs (Overseas Filipino Workers) and middle-class families making sacrifices for better opportunities.
“There is a lot of social relevance. I think many people will relate to this—like OFWs and middle-class people who sacrifice so much in their lives just to find decent work,” he added.
