Even as Miguel Tanfelix establishes himself as a leading man on screen, his mother, Grace, fondly recalls his tender beginnings, including the actor's first brush with heartbreak.

In a recent vlog appearance with Toni Gonzaga, Mommy Grace shared a candid anecdote about Miguel's teenage years.

First heartbreak

Grace revealed that Miguel's first heartbreak involved none other than his longtime on-screen partner, Barbie Forteza, when he was just 14 years old.

"Noong unang heartbreak niya, si Barbie Forteza, batang-bata pa talaga siya noon," Grace recounted.

The memory remained vivid: "Naalala ko nagkasalubong kami sa hagdan, sabi niya, 'Mommy, nag-break na kami,'" she added.

Despite the teenage drama, Grace recalled that Miguel, though tearful, eventually moved on.

'Okay na 'to'

The vlog episode also highlighted the strong bond between Miguel and his mother, particularly their support for Grace's burgeoning social media career.

Grace has become a viral sensation with her "Okay na 'to" trend, a relatable and humorous take on everyday situations that has captured the hearts of netizens.

Miguel expressed his unwavering support for his mother's content creation, emphasizing that their entire family is behind her.

Grace's popularity has soared, reaching three million Facebook followers as of writing, a testament to her relatable and witty content. She celebrated her first million followers in September 2024.

Beyond her social media success, Grace has also made a foray into acting, recently guest-starring in Miguel's current series, Mga Batang Riles. The series, airing weekdays on GMA Prime, further showcases Miguel's talent and solidifies his position as a prominent actor in the industry.

Miguel's current role in Mga Batang Riles, airing at 8:50 p.m. after Lolong: Bayani ng Bayan, demonstrates his continued growth as an actor. However, it's the heartwarming stories shared by his mother that offer a glimpse into the person behind the celebrity, revealing a young man who, like many, experienced the pangs of first love and the unwavering support of a loving family.