Beautiful Kapuso actress Andrea Torres is beyond grateful as she renewed her contract with GMA Network last July 16.
As she continues her journey as a Kapuso, Andrea is humbled and excited, “I’ve been doing this for years already, but there are still times when I can’t believe it’s all happening. The struggles are still very clear to me. They remind me of how much I wanted this, and so I’m always grateful. This is my #1 dream and I just want to relish each moment and make sure I pour my heart out into every opportunity because it wasn’t an easy climb for me. But it sure is worth it. GMA is taking great care of me on and off cam. I’m constantly challenged with my roles and projects, and I am just always excited.”
In her many years in the industry, she still aims to inspire through her craft, “I’m very conscious of the energy I give to people. We spend so much time at work, so it’s nice to be that ray of sunshine who is fun to be around and easy to deal with.”
Present during the virtual signing ceremony were GMA Executive Vice President and CFO Felipe S. Yalong, GMA Films, Inc. President and Programming Consultant to the Chairman and CEO Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, Senior Vice President for Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, First Vice President and Head of Regional TV and Synergy Oliver B. Amoroso, First Vice President For Drama Productions Redgie A. Magno, First Vice President for Business Development Department III Darling De Jesus-Bodegon, Vice President for Corporate Affairs and Communications Angel Javier Cruz, Senior Assistant Vice President for Alternative Productions Gigi Santiago-Lara, Senior Assistant Vice President for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, GMA Artist Center Assistant Vice President and Head for Talent Imaging and Marketing Unit Simoun Ferrer, Senior Program Manager Helen Rose Sese, and GMA Artist Center Senior Talent Manager Vicente del Rosario.
GMA Network Chairman and CEO Atty. Felipe L. Gozon is proud to have someone like Andrea in the Kapuso Station, “We are happy that you remain a loyal Kapuso. Rest assured, that we will take good care of your career and provide opportunities for your development. We are proud to have you in GMA.”
Mr. Yalong also expressed his gladness to see Andrea stay in GMA, “We are delighted to renew Andrea's contract with GMA Network. "I'm sure the Filipino viewers, even abroad, will be happy that they will continue to see her as a Kapuso in the coming years.”
Atty. Gozon-Valdes shared her admiration for Andrea as well, “I've seen you grow so much as an actress these past few years. I'm very happy that you're a Kapuso, and I'm so excited to see your new show, Legal Wives. Congratulations.”
Likewise, Rasonable echoed her excitement for what’s ahead of Andrea’s career path in the Network, “Congratulations, Ada. I am so excited to watch you in Legal Wives. It's going to be a big project and something that we can all be proud of. I'm so proud of you for how you have grown over the years and as your father has said, GMA is your home away from home. And that’s how we will forever be to you. So again, congratulations, and we are so proud that you are still a Kapuso.”
Finally, Santiago-Lara mentioned that she looks forward to Andrea’s future as a Kapuso, “She’s hardworking and very professional as I’m sure many of the producers here can attest to so we here at GMA and GMA Artist Center are very happy to continue working with her for many more years to come. Congratulations, Andrea!”
Andrea is set to breathe life to the character of Diane in the upcoming GMA primetime series ‘Legal Wives’ which is set to premiere this July 26 on GMA Telebabad.