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Peek into Daniela, Tommy and Gela’s personal lives through their ‘firsts’ confessions

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Liezel dela Cruz

“<a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/highstreet2024" target="_blank">High Street</a>” cast members Daniela Stranner, Tommy Alejandrino, and Gela Atayde have captivated audiences with their compelling performances in the teleserye. Expectedly, viewers are now eager to get to know them better. So here&#x27;s a game that will let you do just that.These talented actors gave fans a glimpse into their personal lives by taking on the “Kapamilya Chat Firsts” Challenge. As the name of the game suggests, they would go through a list of questions about their memorable ‘firsts’ and talk a little about them – from their first &#x27;pain&#x27; to impulsive purchases and sources of inspiration.Kicking off the game, they were asked about their first heartbreaks. Tommy immediately recalled his junior high school days, when he cried for months after failing to bag an award he had worked hard for. Unlike his classmates, who were preoccupied with romantic troubles, he was entirely focused on his academic achievements. This only means one thing: he’s definitely no Kenji in real life, as the character didn’t take his Northford High studies that seriously.For Gela, her most memorable heartbreak occurred during the pandemic. When COVID-19 hit in 2020, several significant events in her life were cancelled. She missed out on her graduation and had to call off her grand 18th birthday party, for which many arrangements were already in place. Additionally, she was set to travel to Los Angeles for “World of Dance” and Arizona for “Hip Hop International” competitions. The cancellation of these dreams left her feeling profoundly disappointed and in grief.Meanwhile, Daniela recently faced her first major career misery when she auditioned for an independent film that she was passionate about. Competing against four other girls, she felt an immediate sense of rejection the moment the director saw her enter the room. Despite her hopes, she didn&#x27;t get the role, leaving her devastated and in tears. This experience taught her a valuable lesson: even with success in major teleseryes and a movie, not every role she desires will come her way. It took time, but she eventually moved on from this setback, learning resilience and determination along the way.When it comes to getting into character, what’s the first song they’d listen to? For those who caught the &quot;<a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/highstreet2024" target="_blank">High Street</a>&quot; web series primer, which delves deep into the characters’ backstories and what happened in the five years since the Northford High graduation, you’d know that Gela listens to &quot;Yellow&quot; by Coldplay to inspire her sad &#x27;hugot&#x27;.Each actor has their own unique way of tapping into their emotions. For Daniela, listening to music while preparing for a role isn&#x27;t effective because it distracts her and hinders her focus.When asked about the first thing they spend on after getting paid, Tommy was relatable, mentioning that most of his money goes to bills. Daniela, on the other hand, invests in makeup products essential for her work, provided it doesn&#x27;t impact her savings. Meanwhile, Gela is all about food; even before her talent fee arrives, she often spends her money treating everyone on set, a fact that both Daniela and Tommy can attest to.Young people like them still need guidance and inspiration from others. When asked who first inspired them to become better individuals, Tommy couldn&#x27;t pinpoint a single person but credited his family, especially since he is the youngest in the brood.Similarly, Daniela mentioned her mom as her first inspiration, especially during dark moments, “Lalo na when I was going through a rough time dati. She just brought me to church, and then she just told me to pray.” Her mom&#x27;s advice to quietly talk to God through difficulties stuck with her and she continues to follow it faithfully.Family also served as Gela&#x27;s primary source of inspiration, as each member imparted valuable lessons. Her parents instilled in her generosity. Her brother, Arjo Atayde, shaped her views about the power of gratitude. Gela&#x27;s sister taught her the importance of being hands-on and caring towards others, while her little brother helped her mature into her role as a big sister.Show your support for Daniela, Tommy, and Gela by tuning in to &quot;<a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/highstreet2024" target="_blank">High Street</a>,&quot; airing weeknights on <a href="https://ent.abs-cbn.com/articles-news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-kapamilya-channel-12340" target="_blank">Kapamilya Channel</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/abscbnentertainment" target="_blank">Kapamilya Online Live</a>, TV5, and A2Z.