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The Heart at Tradition

Jude Cartalaba

<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/175626812887182728eed-4334-4dd0-bf92-87aa18424814.jpeg" style="width:950px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/>Handout</div>Florida just got more heart.Filipino-American artist JEFRE, whose real name is Jeffrey Manuel, unveiled his latest masterpiece on August 25: a seven-story mirror-polished stainless steel sculpture titled &quot;Heart in the Park,&quot; Port St. Lucie’s newest landmark.The grand unveiling, ribbon-cutting, and public opening drew community members, civic leaders, and art enthusiasts to witness history in the making.The massive sculpture is constructed from twisting mirror-polished stainless steel, reflecting both the natural surroundings and the people who come to experience it. At its center is a pedestrian bridge, symbolizing connection, unity, and love as visitors walk directly through the heart itself.“This piece is not just a sculpture,” said JEFRE.“It is a symbol of hope, unity, and resilience. The heart is universal — it transcends culture, language, and borders. I wanted to create a monumental landmark that invites people to come together, to connect, and to see themselves reflected in the art.”The new sculpture is expected to become an international destination for visitors to Florida and a defining landmark for the city.The public debut marks another milestone in JEFRE’s career as a creator of global icons. He is also the artist behind <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/life/08/09/23/new-ph-art-installation-taller-than-statue-of-liberty">&quot;The Victor,&quot;</a> the Philippines’ largest monumental sculpture, a 28-story figure <a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/lifestyle/2025/8/19/-the-victor-stands-tall-as-a-new-philippine-landmark-1210">that has become a national landmark</a>. Through &quot;Heart in the Park,&quot; he continues his mission to design monumental works that both define skylines and inspire communities.

Standing seven stories tall and gleaming in stainless steel, JEFRE's ‘Heart in the Park’ is more than a sculpture — it’s a new global landmark.

Standing seven stories tall and gleaming in stainless steel, JEFRE's ‘Heart in the Park’ is more than a sculpture — it’s a new global landmark.

Fil-American artist JEFRE unveils world’s largest heart sculpture in Florida

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Fil-American artist JEFRE unveils world’s largest heart sculpture in Florida

Jude Cartalaba

Published August 27, 2025 12:43 PM PHT

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Updated August 27, 2025 01:02 PM PHT

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