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Barbie Forteza spends quality 'me time' on vacation in Illinois

By Mark Joseph F. Carreon
Published November 4, 2025 6:10 PM PHT

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Barbie Forteza in Illinois


Barbie Forteza takes time off to enjoy a well-deserved U.S. getaway

After a string of projects, Sparkle star Barbie Forteza flew to Illinois to take a vacation and spend some quality time with herself.

During her stay in Illinois, Barbie kept herself busy with various activities. First on the list was her participation in a marathon held in Palatine, Illinois.

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The actress also took the time to enjoy good food and coffee at some of the local cafés and restaurants.

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In one of her recent Instagram posts, captioned “this life is sweeter than fiction,” Barbie shared snapshots from her visit to Barnes & Noble, a well-known bookstore chain in the U.S. She posted photos of herself reading and taking time to relax.

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This vacation serves as a well-deserved break for Barbie, offering her a chance to recharge after consecutive projects such as her lead role in the psychological horror film P77 and the revenge drama Beauty Empire.

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