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Kapamilya Spotlight: Lovi Poe’s memorable appearances in ABS-CBN through the years

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Mary Ann Bardinas

<p>She may be the daughter of the one and only “King of Philippine Movies” Fernando Poe Jr., but Lovi Poe is able to create her own mark in the entertainment industry. Ever since her showbiz career took off in 2006, she has been unstoppable in exhibiting her potentials as a multi-faceted artist.</p><p>Prior to her award-winning acting chops, the leading lady of the highly anticipated action-comedy series <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo"><em><strong><u>FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</u></strong></em></a> was initially known for her sultry vocals. However, when the opportunity to become an actress was offered to her, she grabbed it despite the objection of her mother, former actress-model Rowena Moran. She spent 15 prolific years in her home network, wherein she’s able to showcase and further develop her skills as a well-rounded artist.</p><p>She went on to become one of its biggest stars, so it really came as a surprise when she transferred to ABS-CBN in September 2021. However, even before she made the big move, she actually made memorable appearances in several Kapamilya programs, such as the ones we listed in this Kapamilya Spotlight feature.</p><p>Her first appearance was seemingly in weekly talk show <strong>Showbiz Inside Report</strong> in April 2013, wherein she talked about her relationship with her late dad, her tattoos, and a little bit about her life on and off the spotlight.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/MymbU0sJ_L8" title="SIR Confessions : Lovi Poe" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>It was followed by her interview with the King of Talk Boy Abunda in the late-night news program <strong>Bandila,</strong> wherein she bared what being a “Poe” means to her, the biggest misconception and truth about herself that she wished everybody knew.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TloV6tCLdVI" title="Lovi Poe on Jake Cuenca: He" s="" a="" wonderful="" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>Lovi also had the chance to show off her <em>makulit </em>and funny side when she guested in the weekly comedy talk program <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/ggv"><em><strong><u>Gandang Gabi Vice</u></strong></em></a>. Aside from revealing the secret regimen she usually does before her photoshoots, she also willingly took on the challenge of the Unkabogable Star Vice Ganda and sampled her version of “Bring Me To Life” by Evanescence.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mpkQ7oKeFy4" title="Lovi shares secret to sexy photo shoots" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>In May 2013, she had her first interview in <strong>The Buzz</strong>, wherein she addressed rumors beleaguering her romantic affairs.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ycrAbTZ02CE" title="The Buzz Uncut : Lovi Poe" s="" First="" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>Being the loveteam partner of Vhong Navarro in the 2017 comedy flick “<em>Woke Up Like This</em>,” the actress-singer had once again graced a few Kapamilya shows to promote it. She first appeared in <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/magandangbuhay"><em><strong><u>Magandang Buhay</u></strong></em></a>, wherein aside from getting interviewed, she was also able to exhibit her cooking skills alongside their co-star Cora Waddell.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/79EeIKQTCyM" title="Magandang Buhay: Vhong Navarro serves as an inspiration to his friends" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>She then next guested in <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/tonightwithboyabunda"><em><strong><u>Tonight With Boy Abunda</u></strong></em></a>, in which she enthusiastically took on the <em>Fast Talk </em>and responded to the questions sent by netizens in the TWBA Online Exclusive.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/r5Cu1G7oxxQ" title="TWBA Online Exclusive: Lovi Poe" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>Two years later, she appeared again in <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/magandangbuhay"><em><strong><u>Magandang Buhay</u></strong></em></a> during its Halloween Special, wherein she opened up about her relationship with her older sister Senator Grace Poe-Llamanzares, how her late father continues to inspire and guide her, and how the people FPJ got to work with express their boundless love for him.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3zQI9PVEOQ0" title="Lovi sees the goodness of FPJ through people she works with | Magandang Buhay" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>From occasionally guesting in various programs of ABS-CBN, <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/articles-news/lovi-poe-finds-new-home-in-abs-cbn-15687"><strong><u>Lovi officially became a Kapamilya</u></strong></a> in September 2021, which is a “dream come true” for her since it used to be her dad’s home when he was still alive. The Supreme Actress was warmly welcomed by the top executives of the media company through a special event fit for a royalty like her.</p><p>A few days later, she immediately had her <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/asap"><em><strong><u>ASAP Natin ‘To</u></strong></em></a> debut, in which she was able to show off her singing prowess through a production number alongside Erik Santos, Gary Valenciano, and Zsa Zsa Padilla. She was also greeted by other Kapamilya stars, such as Coco Martin, Iza Calzado, Janine Gutierrez, Paulo Avelino, Sunshine Dizon, Ogie Alcasid, Martin Nievera, Zanjoe Marudo, Jodi Sta. Maria, and Piolo Pascual, as well as her Ate Grace.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WNnnGXHDba4" title="Kapamilya stars welcome Lovi Poe | ASAP Natin " width="1280"></iframe></div><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mLqtJARoMWA" title="Lovi Poe" s="" first="" ASAP="" Natin="" guesting="" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>She also got to perform a number of times after that, which includes her production number for her first-ever birthday celebration as a Kapamilya in the Sunday variety show last year.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/95E3jxQ3UWw" title="Family and friends greet Lovi Poe on her special day | ASAP Natin " width="1280"></iframe></div><p>Her birthday celebration went on the whole month of February, as <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/magandangbuhay"><em><strong><u>Magandang Buhay</u></strong></em></a> threw a special birthday bash for her a few days after her birthday on February 11.</p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/WQnFA5PsAOE" title="Lovi receives birthday greetings from her friends | Magandang Buhay" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>And finally, solid Kapamilyas were able to witness her award-winning acting chops when she starred in her first-ever ABS-CBN teleserye <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/foe2022"><em><strong><u>Flower of Evil</u></strong></em></a>, the Pinoy adaptation of the 2020 Korean drama with the same title. She compellingly played the role of Iris, the mighty detective wife of Piolo Pascual’s mysterious character Daniel.  </p><div><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="552" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/OMGZSetM0MY" title="Iris reminded Daniel of their love | Flower of Evil" width="1280"></iframe></div><p>Soon, she’s about to astound us anew with her versatility and fascinating acting prowess through her much-awaited stint in <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo"><em><strong><u>FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</u></strong></em></a>, which is inspired by the 1986 action-comedy film of the same title topbilled by her late dad and the Diamond Star Maricel Soriano.</p><p>Are you excited as us to see Lovi in her sure-fire performance as Mokang? Show your love and support for her by not missing an episode of <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/batangquiapo"><em><strong><u>FPJ’s Batang Quiapo</u></strong></em></a>, once it begins airing this coming February 13 on <a href="https://kapamilyachannel.com/"><strong><u>Kapamilya Channel</u></strong></a>, <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/articles-news/kapamilya-channel-livestream-12685"><strong><u>Kapamilya Online Live</u></strong></a>, A2Z, and TV5.</p>

Before we get to meet her character Mokang in FPJ’s Batang Quiapo, let’s revisit first some of Lovi Poe’s memorable appearances in ABS-CBN through the years in this feature.