"Since I am a storyteller and I really saw ABS-CBN (television network) as a playground for good storytelling, my driving force was the pursuit for excellence. You have to be excellent in everything that you do. So I was, ano ako eh, tinitingnan ko bawat detalye. (So I was—well, that’s really who I am—I look at every detail). Parang God is in the details talaga, don't take anything for granted.(It’s like ‘God is in the details,’ so never take anything for granted.)"

"“Seventy… such a beautiful number. Not a count of years passed but of blessings lived. Every wrinkle, every laugh line, every scar… each one tells a story of love, courage, and grace.”"

"That's how you continuously engage your audience because your audience is already on the digital platforms. I want to be able to still tell stories, give out my messages, in whatever form. Now it doesn't matter. It doesn't have the long-form like it used to be. Now it can be a 30-seconder, and you can give out your message."

"“In times of crisis, the leader in you has to step up to the plate, and you take charge… Eventually, you gain the confidence… ‘Kaya ko ’to!,’ ("I can do this!") ‘Kinaya ko ’to!,’ ("I did this!") ‘Ah, kakayanin ko ito.’ ("Ah, I will be able to do this") Until you get that attitude, ‘Kakayanin ko ’to!’ Wala akong tatalikuran. ("I can do this! I have nothing to turn my back on.") Don’t be a quitter.”"

"“That managing is different from leading. “I learned that the hard way. I used to look at the many tasks, but it's not just about doing the tasks. It's really about setting a vision, making sure there are goals to be met, making sure that you're able to communicate that vision, the goals. You walk the talk. Kasi (Because) you cannot be walking around and just preach and not live what you say.”"

"“You never really retire from life. “What is that word? Wala sa vocabulary ko! (That's not in my vocabulary!) You never retire from life. You're gonna die if you retire from life. That's how I see it.”"

"Confidence is not seen on how you carry your dress...but about the inner being, something that is not seen by many."

"Don’t let people brand you of someone you’re not. Don’t be afraid to share your story."

"He loves you despite the cracks."

"Your past does not define you."

"My life is a testimony of second chances, forgiveness, and grace."

"One’s future is ahead of you, not behind you."

"You know what, sir, in my 22 years of existence, I can say that there's nothing major major problem that I've done in my life because I'm very confident with my family, with the love that they are giving to me. So thank you so much that I'm here. Thank you, thank you so much!"

"I'm always grateful na meron tayong Panginoon na pag sa deepest, lowest situation natin ay nandiyan lang siya para i-comfort tayo, para bigyan tayo ng liwanag, para ituro sa atin yung daan."

"Knowing God has changed me. I hope it inspires others rather than turns them off."

"Climate change is so compelling that we need to do something about it."

"Everything is good. Life can only be better if you are with the man, you truly love."

"A relationship is about companionship and friendship."

"When the Lord gave me the man who I truly deserve to be with for the rest of my life—everything changed for the better."

"My dream was to really live by the beach, and Boracay is one of the best beaches in the world, it was the best decision we ever made."

"Kahit sikat ako at marami akong pera sa showbiz ,it seemed dark in the limelight. Parang, it seems so empty. And I needed something more meaningful."

"Living in Boracay is less stressful, You can focus on the more important things in life [like] family and relationships."

"You need people to encourage you, especially when you’re most tempted to give up."

"I’m getting emotional because I feel that it’s really a privilege. I’m turning 50 this year, and God allowed me to live this long so that I can share the beauty and the story of transformation and redemption that he has done in my life and for other people."

"I surrendered myself to God. I read the bible and learned about Jesus more…. Dito na talaga nagsimula ang turnaround ng buhay ko. Nothing in my life was working that time, but the only change was when I surrendered my life to Jesus."

"Now that I'm a mother, I would probably say, the priority when you're pregnant is to take care of your body. And the rigorous demands of being a beauty queen, of traveling, and meetings here and there might cause a lot of stress for a pregnant woman. So I believe it would be best and wise for her to step down."

"To obey God in giving tithes. Tithes is 10 percent of gross income, gross salary. When I first encountered this, I was like “What???” But when you come to think of it, all our money is God’s and He’s just sharing it with us and we’re to be faithful stewards. If we can prove to Him we can be good managers, He will bless us with more."

"Money is a tool. It’s neutral. It’s not alive. Something dead cannot make me happy. There was a time I was surrounded with so much money, living the worldly life, what every woman dreams of: traveling the world, living in a big beautiful house, and driving expensive cars, and being surrounded by luxury, the latest it bags, the best branded clothes. But without God... I was not happy. That’s when I discovered that this is not what makes me happy after all."

"Homosexuality is not a sin but it is a lie from the devil."

"He was deeply loved, endlessly admired, and will live on in our hearts always. We will miss him dearly."

"A true patriarch in every sense, he shaped us with strength, resilience, and a wit that will forever echo in our family."

"Still can’t believe this is real. A dream come true."

"I’ve never had a squeaky clean image. I’ve had my fair share of mistakes. Owned up to them publicly and learned from them. Stayed true to my core. Thanks for standing by me everyone."

"Lacking authenticity."

"Dream big because I believe it can happen if you work hard,"

"You might reach that point where you feel defeated, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on it. You might look for other things to work on but keep hold on to that dream."

"If this is something that you’re very passionate about and you feel strongly for, I would have to say that you should continue to dream big, hold on to those dreams but have the patience to work hard for them"

"I instantly fell in love with the characters and it’s way of educating and raising awareness on different mental health issues."

"'I can see myself,' so I think it was a light-bulb moment and she can be relatable to so many. And maybe I recognize and I acknowledge that with myself also."

"She loves to sing. She loves to do ballet, sobrang bibo talaga (really so bouncy). And she can sing like whenever I practice my songs, she can pick up the songs. Ang cute!"

"I want now to balance both that relaxing normalcy with my family, as a mother, and also as Anne that everyone has probably missed in It’s Showtime and as an actress."

"It’s always a great time for you to take a step back, realize and take notice of the things that truly matter,"

"I think for any human being, it doesn’t matter what industry you’re in, you really have to make that time for yourself, to love yourself and to love your life."

"When you have a solid support system, ang dami mong talagang magagawa (there's so much you can do). I find myself even more motivated to go outside my comfort zone challenge myself, and do more to achieve my biggest dreams."

"Authenticity. Staying true to yourself and being authentic to who you really are."

"Where I am in life is so different. I think I’ve come a long way in terms of maturity, in terms of fashion, in terms of knowing who I am as a person."

"People will always see through you... [You have to stay] true to yourself."

"If you are trusted to take on that role, it comes with excitement. I still have that giddy feeling."

"If you put yourself in a box, you’re closing a door of what could be a fashion moment or an iconic cover."