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Actress Sarah Lahbati has been rumored to be romantically involved with the newly elected Tacloban City Councilor Ferdinand Martin Marty Romualdez Jr. He is the son of House Speaker Rep. Martin Romualdez and Tingog party-list Rep. Yedda K. Romualdez. This has led to speculation that she may have found a new love.
Reports suggest that Sarah and Marty have been seen together on several occasions. Neither individual has confirmed nor denied these rumors.
Marty, who enjoys competing in prestigious polo matches, received an education abroad. Last year, Marty's team won the international polo tournament held in Spain. In May, Marty finished in fourth place in the city council election for Tacloban City. This was Marty's first attempt at a political position.
On Instagram, Yedda congratulated her son for his political victory. The congresswoman wrote: 'Damo nga salamat han pagtapod, Tacloban! Here’s to new beginnings and continued progress!'
A file photo of newly elected Tacloban City Councilor Ferdinand Martin 'Marty' Romualdez Jr. (2nd from right) uploaded by his mom, Rep. Yedda Romualdez, on social media.
The rumors came following Sarah's confirmation that she and actor Richard Gutierrez had separated.
Sarah made the revelation during an interview with ABS-CBN on March 1, 2024.
At that time, Sarah was asked if there was an ongoing annulment process. Sarah answered, 'No.' In January 2025, Richard revealed in an interview that his marriage to Sarah is in the process of being annulled.
Richard and Sarah got married in 2020. They have two kids - Zion and Kai.