After years away from the spotlight, ‘Halik’ star Yen Santos is stepping back into the public eye—this time with a powerful story of transformation and self-love.
In a heartfelt Instagram post on May 16, Yen opened up about her emotional and physical struggles with weight gain, revealing she once tipped the scale at 72 kilos, the heaviest she had ever been.
“Last year, I gained so much weight that I barely recognized myself. It was the heaviest I’d ever been and honestly, I couldn’t even look at myself in the mirror,” she wrote.
“Nothing fit anymore! And the frustration started to weigh heavier than the actual weight.”
Like many, Yen tried dieting and working out, but emotional eating—fueled by both joy and stress—often derailed her efforts. “The cycle just kept repeating,” she admitted.
Her breakthrough came when she sought medical help from Drs. Miguel and Dani Baker of Baker Medical Aesthetics. With their guidance, Yen began a personalized slimming program that saw quick and encouraging results.
“First week pa lang, I lost 3 kilos agad,” she shared.
“From 72 kilos to 51 kilos in two months—and more importantly, I’ve found the confidence I lost along the way.”
She credited her support system for helping her push forward, saying, “Kaming bahala sa’yo” was the reassurance she needed to believe change was possible.
Though the results came quickly, Yen emphasizes that her journey is far from over.
“It’s still a journey, but now I know I’m finally on the right path with the right people.”
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The post has since drawn praise and support from fans, many applauding her honesty and determination. Comments flooded in celebrating her transformation: “You should be proud of yourself,” “Sexy!!!! Can’t wait to see you,” and “Boogsh!!!” among others.
Yen, who rose to fame through ‘Pinoy Big Brother: Teen Clash 2010’ and became a household name in ‘Halik’, hinted at her comeback earlier this year. Her last major project was the 2021 film ‘A Faraway Land’.
