In the world of showbiz—so often filled with scandals and fleeting romances—there are still love stories that inspire hope and faith. One such story is that of actress Barbie Forteza and actor Jak Roberto. From on-screen chemistry to real-life romance, the two built a relationship that lasted an impressive seven years—something rarely seen in the ever-changing entertainment industry.
🌸 Love That Blossomed Behind the Camera
Barbie and Jak first met while filming the TV series “Meant to Be” in 2017. At first, their relationship was casual, but as time went on, their closeness and support for each other naturally turned into love. Despite hectic schedules, they consistently nurtured their relationship with sincerity and mutual respect.
📸 A Public Relationship Without the Hype
Their social media pages were filled with sweet moments: surprise birthday celebrations, travel adventures, and quiet evenings together. But unlike many celebrity couples, Barbie and Jak never flaunted their love or used it for publicity. They chose to love quietly, but deeply.
💔 A Heartbreaking but Respectful Goodbye
In January 2025, fans were surprised when Barbie posted this on Instagram:
“You made me the happiest. Seven beautiful years… A graceful goodbye, @jakroberto.”
It was a painful announcement, but clearly free of drama. There was no bitterness, no accusations—just mutual understanding. Jak remained silent out of respect for Barbie, showing the maturity of their separation.
🧩 Is There a Second Chance?
Recently, the couple has again made headlines after Jak Roberto admitted he is trying to “win Barbie back.” In an interview, Barbie confirmed Jak’s efforts and shared that, though she initially hesitated, she couldn’t deny the sincerity of his apology.
“I realized I couldn’t really ignore him,” she said. “Especially after everything we’ve been through together.”
Barbie even revealed that she’s now willing to prioritize their relationship over her career—deciding not to take on projects with her former on-screen partner David Licauco for the time being.
Confirmed: Actress Barbie Forteza Admits Giving Actor Jak Roberto a Second Chance
Showbiz ex-couple Barbie Forteza and Jak Roberto have proven that no challenge can stop two people who truly love each other. Despite everything they went through after their breakup, it has now been confirmed that the two are taking steps to rebuild their relationship.
Many netizens now see Barbie and Jak’s story of second chances as a source of inspiration. After their controversial breakup, they still ended up choosing to forgive and give their love another shot.
Social media has been abuzz following Jak Roberto’s recent admission that he has started courting Barbie Forteza again. According to the actor, he has been making efforts to make up for the shortcomings he had in their previous relationship.
Meanwhile, during the mediacon for her upcoming project, Barbie Forteza granted an interview where she addressed several questions. She openly acknowledged Jak Roberto’s renewed efforts and admitted that he has indeed been trying to win her back for a second chance at their relationship.
Barbie shared that at first, she was hesitant and unsure whether to give in to Jak’s request. But after seeing his sincerity in asking for forgiveness, she realized she couldn’t just turn her back on him—especially considering the many years they had spent together.
Barbie also admitted that her love for Jak hasn’t completely faded. In fact, the actress has now decided to prioritize their relationship over her career. This is reportedly the reason why she will not be accepting any projects for now that involve her former on-screen partner, David Licauco.