Actor Romnick Sarmenta publicly admitted that he's separated from his wife of 19 years, Harlene Bautista, in 2018. The former celebrity couple rose to fame in Kapuso show 'That's Entertainment.' Both parties denied any third party in their relationship and chose to remain in good ways and part ways amicably for their five children.
In 2020, rumors of a new love in Romnick's life started ciruclating after he uploaded photos of a mysterious lady carrying a bouquet of flowers. Then, in June 2020, he finally revealed the identity of his new girlfriend, Barbara Ruaro, who is an actress, writer, and filmmaker. Later on, in October 2020, the couple announced that they are already expecting their first child together. Finally, in February 2021, the pair welcomed their first child.
While the two are keeping a low profile and maintaining their personal lives' privacy from the limelight, Romnick and Barbara have shared their happiness in the new blessing in their life especially now that they already have their own child. Take a look at their sweet photos showing their pregnancy and childbirth journey.
In May 2020, Barbara Ruaro and Romnick Sarmenta were first rumored to be dating after the former posted a photo of herself on Instagram with a bouquet of flowers and captioned it, “Thank you, N. You make my heart swell.”
More posts hinting at a blossoming romance were seen from Romnick and Barbara.
In June 2020, the two revealed they're in a relationship with each other.
Barbara wrote on Twitter, "Thank you, Nicko, for keeping the faith, and for reminding me that sometimes, even at the worst of times, there are happy endings. It is a true blessing to stand hand in hand with you, my best friend and fellow soldier of Christ."
Barbara and Romnick confirmed they're expecting their first child together in October 2020.
Romnick shared his gratitude for the new blessing arriving for his family.
Barbara during the 22nd week of her pregnancy.
"Popping soon. Croissant Love you, Little Bean," Barbara said in her tweet from January 2021, a month before giving birth.
Motherhood looks good on this new mom-to-be.
A sonogram of their baby back in October 2020.
On February 14, 2021 Romnick confirmed Barbara has given birth to their little one, making their Valentine's Day extra special.