Kapamilya actress Kathryn Bernardo has reignited speculation about her rumored relationship with Lucena City Mayor Mark Alcala after eagle-eyed netizens noticed recent activity on her Instagram account.
Observers pointed out that Bernardo has started following Alcala on the social media platform. She has also followed his sisters, Donne and Dawn Alcala, who have since followed her back. The Lucena mayor has reportedly been following the actress for some time.
The development comes amid persistent rumors linking Bernardo and Alcala since last year. Although neither has publicly confirmed the status of their relationship, the two have been spotted together on several occasions, including a recent sighting at a restaurant in Rockwell, Makati.
The social media move follows Bernardo’s remarks at a recent brand event, where she expressed gratitude to her supporters for respecting her personal decisions. The actress shared that her fans have been “allowing her to grow and make mistakes and learn from them,” emphasizing her appreciation for the trust they place in her life choices.
Despite circulating “receipts” online and mounting public curiosity, Bernardo has remained tight-lipped about the true nature of her connection with the mayor.
Meanwhile, the actress continues to focus on her thriving career. She is set to headline the upcoming drama “Someone, Someday” alongside James Reid and Maja Salvador. Bernardo is also scheduled to be immortalized in wax at a world-renowned museum in Hong Kong later this year.
