Actor Joseph Marco is entering a new phase of his career, but not without first confronting a moment many fans never saw coming.
The actor, who recently signed with Viva Artists Agency, revealed that he nearly walked away from acting just months ago.
Speaking candidly during his contract signing, Marco said it was a guest appearance in Batang Quiapo that changed everything.
“I really thought my passion for acting was gone,” he shared, recalling how the role made him realize he still belonged in front of the camera. “When I was on set, I told myself, ‘I was born to do this.’”
Marco, who started in the industry 18 years ago, called the moment a personal turning point. While he has remained visible in film and television over the years, he admitted that there was a time when he questioned his place in showbiz.
The actor credits maturity and life experience for helping him regain clarity.
“When you’re younger, there are so many distractions,” he said. “But now, I see things more clearly. I know my responsibilities, and I know what I want.”
Now under co-management with Khai Liclican, Marco is preparing for a new series under Viva One and is also set to make his stage debut in theater—something he once thought he would never try.
“This is going to be my first time doing a play,” he said. “It’s a milestone for me. I used to think theater wasn’t for me, but I realized it’s something I want to do while I can.”
Viva Communications chairman and CEO Vic del Rosario Jr. expressed confidence in Marco’s next chapter.
“We believe he’s a good actor. He’s bankable and one of the top male stars,” he said.
Meanwhile for his future projects, the actor said he’s currently focused on taking on more meaningful projects and roles that challenge him.
Though he’s open to exploring other aspects of performance—including music and dance—he emphasized that the story and the character are what matter most.
“I’ve learned to say yes or no depending on how the material speaks to me,” he said. “If it doesn’t make sense, I won’t do it just for the sake of it.”
With a renewed mindset and agency support, Marco said he’s ready for what’s next. “I’m on fire. I’m so ready to work again.”
