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Cedrick Juan and Kate Alejandrino welcome first child: 'Unang iyak mo pa lang namangha na ako sa tinig mo'

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<p>Metro Manila Film Festival 2023 Best Actor Cedrick Juan and actress Kate Alejandrino officially welcomed their first child on June 18.</p><p> In a touching social media post, Cedrick shared intimate photos of himself and Kate holding their newborn son. </p><p> “10:04 p.m., June 18, 2025,” he wrote.</p><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-8" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DLXMUEqyY5l/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A8%2C%22os%22%3A8906820.799999999%2C%22ls%22%3A730440.8999999999%2C%22le%22%3A730970.3%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="924" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-8" 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></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><p>Expressing his overflowing emotions as a first-time father, Cedrick continued, “Unang iyak mo pa lang namangha na ako sa tinig mo. Maraming nangyayari sa paligid pero nakatitig lang ako sa’yo. Puno ng galak ang puso at kaluluwa dahil sa wakas ay mahahawakan, mahahalikan, mayayakap, at mabubuhat ka na namin anak.”</p><p>The couple then shared the full name of their child, saying, “We will RELEARN life with you Jose Rocio Likha Alejandrino Juan.”</p><p>Cedrick then addressed Kate, expressing his deep gratitude and admiration for her strength and partnership throughout her pregnancy and life.</p><p>“At para sa aking katuwang sa buhay @katealejandrino , Mahal salamat sa araw-araw na pagsasama. Sa mga bagong aral at pagbabago na nararapat na matutunan para sa mas makabuluhan at makulay pa na kasalukuyan para sa ating pamilya,” Cedrick stated.</p><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-10" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGPT2dIzUGS/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A10%2C%22os%22%3A8934151.399999999%2C%22ls%22%3A730440.8999999999%2C%22le%22%3A730970.3%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="880" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-10" 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></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><p>He went on, “Sobrang bilib ako sa tapang at lakas mo para makayanan ang siyam na buwan na pagbubuntis at pagluwal sa ating anak. Iba kayong mga babae at mga ina, hindi sapat ang mga salita kung gaano kita/kayo hinahangaan.”</p><p>Looking forward to this new chapter as a family of three, Cedrick ended his message with: “Mahal na mahal ko kayo! Tara pagtrabahuhan natin ang mga pangarap ng magkakasama. 😘”</p><p>The birth of their child came just ahead of Cedrick’s own birthday on June 26. On her Instagram Story, Kate paid tribute to her husband with a sweet greeting and a throwback to their wedding:</p><p>“I honor &amp; celebrate you today, just as I have everyday since we became ‘Juan’. (white heart emoji) Magandang umaga, birthday boy! @cedrickgiuan,” she greeted.</p><div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1750992333277Screenshot_2025-06-27-02-23-14-59_1c337646f29875672b5a61192b9010f9.jpg" style="width:300px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><p>The couple first went public with their relationship on New Year’s Day this year, when Cedrick introduced Kate as his girlfriend. A month later, on February 19, they surprised fans by announcing their engagement. </p><div> </div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/2/19/look-cedrick-juan-announces-engagement-to-kate-alejandrino-0918"><strong>READ: Cedrick Juan announces engagement to Kate Alejandrino</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p>Just a week after that, the two tied the knot on February 25 in an intimate outdoor ceremony surrounded by close friends and loved ones.</p><div> </div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/2/26/cedrick-juan-ties-the-knot-with-kate-alejandrino-0838"><strong>READ: Cedrick Juan ties the knot with Kate Alejandrino</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p>Marking a meaningful new chapter in their relationship, Cedrick reflected on their union.</p><p>“Panibagong yugto ito ng ating buhay. Ang yugtong mas nagpabuklod sa ating pagsasama, pagkakaibigan at pagmamahalan. Saksi ang ating mga pamilya, kaibigan, ang Diyos at uniberso sa pagiisang dibdib natin,” he wrote.</p><p>He also acknowledged the realities of marriage with sincerity and commitment, saying, “Habang buhay na bigayan, suyuan, aso’t-pusang argumento at hindi pagkakasunduan. Pero pipiliin ko pa ding ikaw ang makasamang magresolba.”</p><div> </div><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2025/3/1/cedrick-juan-pens-heartfelt-message-for-wife-kate-alejandrino-pipiliin-ka-araw-araw-1218"><strong>READ: Cedrick Juan pens heartfelt message for wife Kate Alejandrino: &#x27;Pipiliin ka araw-araw&#x27;</strong></a></div><div><br/></div><p>Cedrick Juan gained widespread acclaim for his portrayal of Padre Jose Burgos in the MMFF 2023 historical drama <em>GomBurZa,</em> a performance that earned him the Best Actor award. Aside from film, he is also an accomplished theater actor, known for his roles in <em>Mula sa Buwan, Bilanggo ng Pag-ibig, Adarna,</em> among others.</p><p>Kate Alejandrino is likewise an established actress in theater, film, and television. She has been recognized for her performances in <em>Bula sa Langit</em> (Cinemalaya) and <em>Mga Mister ni Rosario</em> (CineFilipino). She was also part of the television drama <em>Pira-Pirasong Paraiso</em> and starred in the film <em>Mujigae</em> alongside Kapamilya star Alexa Ilacad.</p>

<p><b>Cedrick Juan and Kate Alejandrino share a glimpse of their newborn child in celebration of Cedrick’s birthday.</b></p>

Cedrick Juan and Kate Alejandrino share a glimpse of their newborn child in celebration of Cedrick’s birthday.