In 2010, then five-year-old Jillian Ward rose to fame after portraying the titular role in the TV adaptation of Vilma Santos's classic movie, 'Mars Ravelo's Trudis Liit.'
Now 16, Jillian has grown gracefully and has blossomed into a beautiful teenager. She is also building her dream house, a statement of how focused and dedicated Jillian is.
On her 16th birthday in February 2021, Jillian thanked everyone who helped her achieved what she has achieved.
She wrote on Instagram, "Today, I'm not only cherishing the gift of life, but also everyone in my life."
"You all help me discover myself constantly -- my essence, my purpose, and everything else."
Jillian also promised to be better at what she does.
She added, "I'm immensely grateful for my life, for all the knowledge, and opportunities that I'm blessed with, which helps me spread my message."
"I will work tirelessly to pursue excellence. I will continue to grow from the past, embrace the present, and look forward to a blissfully kind future."
Check out photos of the pretty teener in this gallery.
This is Jillian Ward now, far from what viewers remember her in 'Mars Ravelo's Trudis Liit.'
Jillian looks at home on the beach and in the ocean. Can she be the next Dyesebel?
If not Dyesebel, maybe Jillian can portray 'Marimar'?
Jillian dances like Marimar at the beach.
If you think this is Jillian's most beautiful look, then wait a few days and she will prove that she becomes more and more beautiful each day.
Jillian is very vocal about idolizing her idol, Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera, who portrayed both Marimar and Dyesebel.
Jillian set Instagram on fire after she posted this picture, garnering over 150,000 likes.
She also knows how to pose like a professional model.
Even though she changed her hair color, Jillian's beautiful face still stands out.
At 16, Jillian is already building a house for her family, proving that she knows where to put her earnings.
Messy hair? No problem. Jillian still looks beautiful.
Because of her good looks and acting chops, Jillian is a fast-rising social media star. This picture alone has over 270,000 likes.
It seems Jillian's face perfectly fits all facial expressions.
Isn't it exciting for us to witness how Jillian grow right before our eyes?
Definitely, Jillian proved that she is far from her 'Trudis Liit' image and is now 'Trudis Laki.'
Is Jillian the definition of perfection?
Jillian looked like a modern-day princess, talking on a cellphone while laying on the bed.
Now, we know the secret behind Jillian's beautiful face: just smile.
Jillian also breaks the barriers of self-expression when it comes to clothing. Here she is, gracefully wearing a polo shirt.
Continue to be beautiful, outside and within, Jillian!
Without a tail, Jillian already looks like a mermaid. If she wears a tail, there will only be one word to describe her: perfection.
Aside from Marimar and Dyesebel, this photo of Jillian also gives us some Rosalinda vibes.
Jillian is like a star in the night sky, she keeps on shining brighter and brighter as time goes by.