David Licauco Praises Barbie Forteza at GMA Gala

Radiant Star Captivates at Star-Studded Charity Event

Actor David Licauco extended effusive praise for his popular loveteam partner, Barbie Forteza, highlighting her beauty and inner substance during the GMA Gala 2025.

Gala Glamour and Compliments

At the highly anticipated GMA Gala 2025, held on Saturday, Barbie Forteza turned heads in a striking wine-red tube gown, complemented by a matching silk cape. The ensemble featured elegant cutouts on the sides, amplifying her stunning appearance.

Speaking to GMA News Online, the “Pambansang Ginoo” described Forteza as “always beautiful.” He further shared details about their shared activities earlier that day.

“I was with her na earlier,” David remarked. “As always, she’s pretty, but it’s more about the substance that she has.”

Charity and Camaraderie

The fourth annual GMA Gala, hosted at the Marriott Hotel in Pasay City, serves as a vital fundraising initiative for the GMA Kapuso Foundation. The event unites a constellation of celebrities and prominent figures from the entertainment industry for an evening dedicated to charity, fostering connections, and celebration.

Charity galas like this have become significant for fundraising. In 2023, celebrity-attended charity events in the Philippines raised over PHP 50 million for various causes, demonstrating the impact of these gatherings (GMA News Online, 2023).

Onscreen Chemistry

Licauco‘s public admiration for Forteza further fuels the excitement surrounding their onscreen projects and the strong bond they share with their fanbase.