Gerald Anderson at PCGA

Ganiel Krishnan

ABS-CBN News

<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1731479106485viber_image_2024-11-13_13-58-13-214.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:950px"/>Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News</div>MANILA — Kapamilya actor Gerald Anderson has reached a new milestone in his career outside showbiz, earning a promotion within the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA) to auxiliary captain.Anderson’s donning and oath-taking ceremony was attended by key figures in his life, including his girlfriend, actress Julia Barretto, her mother Marjorie Barretto, his father Gerald Randolph Anderson Sr, and COO for broadcast of ABS-CBN Cory Vidanes.Gerald Anderson’s donning and oath-taking ceremony was presided over by Adm. Ronnie Gil Gavan, commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard, and Sen. Robin Padilla.<div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/9/17/general-santos-city-gov-t-recognizes-gerald-anderson-for-carina-rescue-efforts-1329">RELATED: General Santos City gov&#x27;t recognizes Gerald Anderson for &#x27;Carina&#x27; rescue efforts</a></div>In an interview following the ceremony, Anderson expressed gratitude for the recognition.“More than the rank, it’s just being here with amazing people. Na-recognize tayo ng idol natin sa ganitong sitwasyon and circumstances, di ba? Si Senator Robin Padilla pa yung nag-pass ng resolution for this to happen,&quot; he said.&quot;It’s always good to be here with the Philippine Coast Guard, nakapagbigay tayo ng high morale sa kanila, pinaparamdam natin sa kanila na we appreciate them.”When asked about his new responsibilities as an auxiliary captain, Anderson explained that his commitment to the Coast Guard remains steadfast regardless of rank.Anderson also revealed plans to create a squadron equipped for search and rescue missions, especially during calamities.“That’s the goal. To have a search and rescue na mas equipped and ready. Kung baga, kung nakita niyo nun sa video nung Typhoon Carina, gamit ko is inflatable pool kasi yun lang meron kami nung time na yun,” he shared.<div><a href="https://news.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/2024/7/24/gerald-anderson-good-samaritans-rescue-stranded-family-amidst-flooding-1710">RELATED: Gerald Anderson, good samaritans rescue stranded family from flooding</a></div>Anderson is also encouraging other celebrities to join the PCGA, hoping their influence could amplify support for the Coast Guard.“I also wanted to invite mga celebrity friends ko, mga kasama ko sa celebrity basketball. Ipapasok ko sila sa squadron, and they will also go through that (Water Search and Rescue) kind of training,” he added.Barretto, who stood proudly by Anderson’s side, expressed her admiration for his dedication. “More than anything, I’m very proud to have been part of the celebration, to witness this milestone for him. I am so proud of him because he really does his duties and really goes out there. Love to help,” she said.Throughout the ceremony, Anderson affectionately referred to Barretto as his “secret weapon” and “better half.” Barretto, in turn, shared her happiness and gratitude.“I’m just really happy. I’m really happy to be by his side and grateful that I get to be a part of this. At the end of the day, I really am just his partner who will always have his back,” she said.When asked about the possibility of marriage, Barretto explained that they are savoring the present and taking things one step at a time.“We’re just taking it day by day, being present and enjoying this time together. I love watching him achieve a lot more things and watch him live his dreams. There’s so much dreams that is outside industry that we’re in order already. In the right time. In God’s time,” she shared.The couple is also set to work on an upcoming acting project aligned with the Philippine Coast Guard, though further details are yet to be disclosed.

Kapamilya actor Gerald Anderson has reached a new milestone in his career outside showbiz, earning a promotion within the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA) to auxiliary captain.

Kapamilya actor Gerald Anderson has reached a new milestone in his career outside showbiz, earning a promotion within the Philippine Coast Guard Auxiliary (PCGA) to auxiliary captain.

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Gerald Anderson promoted to auxiliary captain in Philippine Coast Guard

Gerald Anderson promoted to auxiliary captain in Philippine Coast Guard

Ganiel Krishnan,

ABS-CBN News

Published Nov 13, 2024 02:35 PM PHT

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