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Lovi Poe bids farewell to FP’s Batang Quiapo

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Peter Andrew Acierto

<div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/Mokang-Lovi-Poe.jpg" style="width:300px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/Mokang.jpg" style="width:300px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p dir="ltr">Kapamilya actress Lovi Poe made her official exit from the hit primetime series <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo"><em><strong>FPJ&#x27;s Batang Quiapo</strong></em></a> during its January 4 episode. She took to her Instagram to express her gratitude to everyone who supported her journey as Mokang.</p><div><br/></div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-11" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1rfweFrMeH/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=524&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fent-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A11%2C%22os%22%3A9375558.100000024%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1357" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-11" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Lovi’s character was killed through a shot made by Olga Montenegro (played by Irma Adlawan), who was trying to hit Tanggol (portrayed by Coco Martin). </p><div><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2023/10/28/lovi-poe-on-having-kids-we-just-want-to-focus-sa-work-and-us-1342"><strong>READ: </strong></a><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2023/10/28/lovi-poe-on-having-kids-we-just-want-to-focus-sa-work-and-us-1342"><strong>Lovi Poe on having kids: ‘We just want to focus sa work and us’</strong></a></div><p>“A big part of my 2023 was breathing life into a character I have grown to love — what a privilege it was to play Mokang. She was a fighter and she taught me how it is to truly be free,” she wrote.</p><p>The Kapamilya actress added how difficult it was for her to let go of the character but she had to do it for undisclosed reasons. </p><p>“It really was a tough decision for me to make but I have decided to turn the page,” she shared.</p><p>“I am truly blessed to have been part of a project that represents my father’s name. It was a first and it will always mean the world to me. My deepest appreciation to Sir Deo (Endrinal), Tita Cory (VIdanes), and ABS-CBN for this opportunity. You have given me a missing piece to my puzzle. For that, I will always be grateful,” she added.</p><div><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2023/10/16/lovi-poe-celebrates-mom-rowena-moran-on-her-birthday-1228"><strong>READ: </strong></a><a href="https://push.abs-cbn.com/2023/10/16/lovi-poe-celebrates-mom-rowena-moran-on-her-birthday-1228"><strong>Lovi Poe celebrates mom Rowena Moran on her birthday</strong></a></div><p>Lovi continued to show her gratitude towards the crew members who helped develop her character in over a year she has portrayed it. She assured them that she’ll be supporting the hit teleserye despite leaving the program.</p><p>“To my <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo"><em><strong>Batang Quiapo</strong></em></a><em> </em>team, the depth of your creativity and imagination knows no bounds and I know you will continue to soar high. I will always be cheering for all of you from afar. Mamimiss ko kayo ng malala,” she continued.</p><p>Meanwhile, friends and fans of the actress showered her with support in the comment section.</p><p>“Aww ate, it was such an honor to work with you and Mokang will always have a special place in all our hearts,” Shanaia Gomez wrote.</p><p>“Sending you lots of luck and positive vibes for your next journey,” a netizen shared.</p><p>Despite Lovi’s departure, the show must go on for the rest of the <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo"><em><strong>Batang Quiapo</strong></em></a> actors. Catch the intense action-packed series on The  <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/articles-news/kapamilya-channel-livestream-12685"><strong>Kapamilya Channel</strong></a>, A2Z, TV5, and  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@abscbnentertainment"><strong>Kapamilya Online Live</strong></a>.</p>

<p>Lovi Poe pens a heartfelt letter as she bids goodbye to 'FPJ's Batang Quiapo.'</p>

Lovi Poe pens a heartfelt letter as she bids goodbye to 'FPJ's Batang Quiapo.'

Lovi Poe bids farewell to FP’s Batang Quiapo: ‘It really was a tough decision’

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Lovi Poe bids farewell to FP’s Batang Quiapo: ‘It really was a tough decision’

Drew Acierto

Published Jan 05, 2024 09:38 PM PHT

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