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Iza Calzado reflects on love and growth after attending ABS-CBN Ball 2025 with husband Ben Wintle

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

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<p>Actress Iza Calzado took to social media to share a heartfelt reflection after walking the red carpet with her husband, Ben Wintle, at the recently concluded ABS-CBN Ball 2025.</p><p>In an emotional Instagram post, Iza expressed her deep gratitude for sharing the special moment with her partner.</p><p>“It’s been a week since Ben and I walked the red carpet at the ABS-CBN Ball. As I look through these photos and rewatch the video, my heart is filled with deep gratitude. 🙏🏽✨,” she wrote.</p><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DITUtRLRRcq/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=768&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A956915.9000000954%2C%22ls%22%3A899143.4000000954%2C%22le%22%3A899885.2000000477%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="846" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" 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><p>Behind the glitz and glamour, Iza shared that their presence at the event was symbolic of the journey they’ve taken together as a couple.</p><p>“What may seem effortless is, in truth, the result of so much intention, preparation, and love — not just in what we wore, but in how we choose to walk through life together,” she said.</p><p>She likened the attention to detail in preparing for the event to the care and effort they’ve poured into their relationship over the years.</p><p>“Every detail that night was carefully considered, much like the care we put into nurturing our relationship,” she added.</p><p>Iza also opened up about how Ben has become her source of strength during challenging times.</p><p>“There are moments when life feels overwhelming — when the noise around me, or even the emotions within me, start to tip the balance. And in those moments, Ben is my anchor. Quiet and steady. The one I lean on when I need to find my footing again. 🤍,” Iza wrote. </p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGDULAJSoJf/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=768&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A936800.4000000954%2C%22ls%22%3A899143.4000000954%2C%22le%22%3A899885.2000000477%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="847" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" 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><p>Reflecting on their journey, Iza acknowledged the strength of their bond, built through years of shared effort and commitment.</p><p>“We both know it’s not always easy. It never truly is. But what we have is built on patience, trust, compassion, and shared effort,” she wrote.</p><p>Iza went on, “And that makes it all the more beautiful. Because our story may not be perfect, but it’s perfectly ours. And it’s something we both deeply value. 💫.”</p><p>Last year, Iza and Ben celebrated a milestone in their relationship as they marked their 13 years together as a couple, including six years of marriage since tying the knot in Hong Kong.</p><p>“13 years of being together, 6 years of that being husband and wife and almost 2 years as parents. Ben, we made it! We are still married! Yay! Hahaha! 🤞🏾,” Iza wrote. </p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2024/12/21/iza-calzado-marks-6th-wedding-anniversary-with-ben-wintle-0925"><strong><u>READ: Iza Calzado marks 6th wedding anniversary with Ben Wintle</u></strong></a></div><p>“So glad we chose to do the work together through life’s ups and downs and that we continue to grow in ways I never could have imagined the day we said our vows,” she added.</p><p>Iza expressed, “Thank you for your love, patience and your humour even in the darkest of times. Thank you for being strong for the family. 🙏🏽.”</p><div><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2024/12/28/iza-calzado-shares-hong-kong-wedding-photos-on-anniversary-with-ben-wintle-1001"><strong><u>READ: Iza Calzado shares Hong Kong wedding photos on anniversary with Ben Wintle</u></strong></a></div><p>Meanwhile, Iza shared the inspiration behind her gown for the ball’s Spring Formal theme, which was held last April 4. Her gown was designed by Jo Rubio.</p><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DIGfNNMxEuh/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=768&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A899919.2999999523%2C%22ls%22%3A899143.4000000954%2C%22le%22%3A899885.2000000477%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="846" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" 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><p><strong></strong>Iza shared, “Spring comes forth after a dark winter. 🖤 Attending the ABS-CBN Ball has been a journey of self-discovery since I joined the network in 2012. With each passing year, I’ve come to appreciate the power of restraint and the brilliance in simplicity. The older I get, the more I understand what truly resonates with me.”</p>

<p><b>Iza Calzado shares realization of relationship with husband Ben Wintle.</b></p>