Ever since photos and videos of Kapuso hunk Derek Ramsay hanging out with actress Ellen Adarna circulated online, netizens can't seem to get enough of the two celebrities.
The rumors initially started when the videos and photos were posted by their common friend Ruffa Gutierrez on January 11, 2021.
The two seemed very happy as they playfully danced around with their family members and closest friends at a dinner party hosted by the actor.
Several photos posted by Ruffa showed Ellen and Derek staring into each other's eyes, getting cozy with one another, and even Ellen getting acquainted with the latter's father, Derek Sr.
While the videos that circulated online were not an indication of a brewing romance, both parties initially denied the rumors and said that they are just friends.
However, this took a turn after Derek revealed that he and Ellen had been dating after a month in an exclusive interview with PEP.ph.
According to the hunk actor, there was an immediate spark between them, and there's not a single dull moment when he's with Ellen.
He said, “We just really are enjoying each other's company. Sobra. Like, walang dull moment. Sa isang month, meron na kaming tawanan. Meron na kaming tampuhan… lahat meron na.”
Furthermore, in an interview with 'Mega' magazine, Derek revealed that he was smitten with the actress the moment he met her.
When asked if she's “the one,” the Kapuso actor revealed that his heart is telling him he's gonna regret it if he doesn't marry Ellen.
True to his word, Derek Ramsay proposed to Ellen Adarna on March 30, 2021, with a beautiful pear-shaped diamond engagement ring and tied the knot on November 11, 2021 at Rancho Bernardo Luxury Villas and Resort in Bagac, Bataan.
Recently, the couple flew to Peru to celebrate their first wedding anniversary.
Let's take a look at their whirlwind romance in this gallery:
Derek Ramsay and Ellen Adarna first sparked rumors when they were spotted together at a dinner party hosted by the former at his home.
The two were paired by their common friend Ruffa Gutierrez who called dibs at the possible pairing.
Ruffa then clarified that netizens must not take the pairing too seriously despite posting photos of the two staring intensely into each other's eyes.
In another Instagram Story post, Ruffa and Ellen further teased viewers after the latter jokingly revealed loving a certain “him.” Ruffa asked Ellen, “Do you love me?” The latter replied, “I love you, but I love...him.”
Ellen is also seen getting cozy with the actor's father, Derek Sr., during the intimate dinner party.
Following rumors, Ellen quickly denied the claims by saying that she is not attracted to Derek Ramsay. She said in a comment, “Actually, 'di man si Derek 'yung gusto ko.”
In a series of interviews with the press, Derek Ramsay clarified that he had invited John Estrada, Ellen Adarna, and the production staff of their upcoming show during the much-talked-about dinner. He said he never thought people would think there will be a brewing romance between him and Ellen after the photos circulated online.
Ellen Adarna and Derek Ramsay were then sighted together after photos of them eating out with some friends posted online.
Ellen even posted a photo of Derek showing off his talents.
On Valentine's Day, Ellen Adarna was once again spotted having dinner with Derek Ramsay and his family.
Joining Ellen is her son Elias Modesto, captured in one of Derek Ramsay's Instagram Story posts.
While the other photos showed the two having fun with friends, one of the images had Derek touching Ellen's back. What could be the real score between the two? Only time will tell.
On February 19, Kapuso hunk Derek Ramsay shared a selfie with Ellen Adarna and her son Elias Modesto while on a road trip vacation together in Lake Caliraya in Laguna.
During the said vacation, Ellen posted this selfie on her Instagram Stories that shows Derek hugging the actress from behind.
On February 21, Derek Ramsay and Ellen Adarna were spotted again together. This time, doing what they love the most: exercising.
A post made by Gerry Santos, username @mrfreezeice, seems to suggest that Derek and Ellen are officially together, although the two have remained mum about their relationship.
On February 24, the rumored couple posted their photos on their respective social media accounts turning netizens into a frenzy. Derek also turned his profile into a public account again as he posted a photo of himself and Ellen enjoying a day at the golf course.
And while many Derek-Ellen shippers have been praising the two who believe they are a great match, others don't seem happy with the pairing. There was even a point where the Kapuso actor was described as a “womanizer,” to whom he calmly replied, “I hope you find joy with the words you have expressed to me and Ellen.”
As they continue to bring an air of mystery as to the status of their relationship, Derek seems to be growing fond of his companionship with Ellen as he described the latter as his “crush” in her latest post.
On February 26, Derek Ramsay and Ellen Adarna confirmed that they are indeed a couple through an exclusive interview with PEP.ph.
In the interview, Derek said that there was an immediate spark between him and Ellen and that he's enjoying her company from the moment they met. “Like, walang dull moment,” he said. “Sa isang month, meron na kaming tawanan. Meron na kaming tampuhan… lahat meron na.”
Meanwhile, in another interview, Derek described Ellen as “the one” adding, “My heart tells me if I don't follow through with this one, I'll regret it. Everything in my heart is telling me that, she's the one. And my heart's telling me, I did not even listen to this anymore (points to his head).”
On March 30, 2021, after only months of dating, Kapuso actor Derek Ramsay proposed to Ellen Adarna with a beautiful pear-shaped diamond engagement ring that sat perfectly on the latter's ring finger.
The engagement was witnessed by both Derek and Ellen's family, including their sons Austin Ramsay and Elias Modesto, respectively.
Despite some backlash from netizens, they're a happy couple in love.
Derek and Ellen are blending their families into one.
Derek was moved to tears after his engagement because his son Austin started calling him "Dad," a big achievement after they've worked on strengthening their father-and-son relationship.
Elias, Ellen's son with former boyfriend John Lloyd Cruz, is becoming closer to Derek each day.
Ellen and Derek want a simple wedding in 2021.
Congratulations to this beautiful couple!
Derek and Ellen are really a perfect match. They always spend their time together to create memories.
The two flew to Peru to celebrate their first wedding anniversary.
What a sweet kiss!
Ellen and Derek are #CoupleGoals even with their matching outfits.