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Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo looks back on the humble dream that once motivated him as a struggling actor, recalling how a ₱15,000 talent fee seemed like an impossible goal at the start of his career.

Kapuso Drama King Dennis Trillo took a trip down memory lane as he reflected on the early days of his career and the dreams that fueled his journey in the entertainment industry.

During his contract renewal with GMA Network on Tuesday, August 4, Dennis Trillo recalled the time he was just starting out as an actor, sharing how he once dreamed of receiving a ₱15,000 talent fee (TF).

He said, "Bago ako pumunta sa GMA, nanggaling ako sa ibang network. Naalala ko yung huling taping ko pa doon, sa MMK. Tapos no'ng time na yun, nasilip ko yung TF ng kasamahan ko. Nakita ko, 15k yung rate n'ya per taping. Tapos sabi ko, 'Kailan kaya ako magkakaroon ng ganitong klaseng TF? Sigurado kapag nagkaroon ako ng ganitong kalaking TF per day, mas makakaipon ako at mabibili ko yung mga kailangan ko.'"

Looking back, Dennis Trillo saw this early aspiration come to fruition when he transferred to GMA more than 20 years ago. Throughout his more than two decades as a Kapuso, Dennis has portrayed numerous memorable characters that showcased his versatility and dedication to his craft.

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He went on, "Sabi ko, may kalalagyan ako dito. Feeling ko may mas future ako dito at nagkatotoo nga. Nagkaroon ako ng ilang mga proyekto. Pinagkatiwala nila yung malalaking shows sa GMA at ayun, unti-unti feeling ko nararating ko na, nakukuha ko na yung rhythm ko sa aking career."

As he begins another chapter with GMA, Dennis remains grateful for the opportunities, experiences, and relationships that have shaped his career, proving that dreams built with passion and perseverance can turn into lasting success.

"Hindi ko makakalimutan na talagang binago n'yo yung buhay ko, lahat ng pagkakataon na binigay n'yo sa akin at hindi lang sa akin kundi sa mga tao sa paligid ko at sa mga taong natulungan ko kaya maraming salamat sa inyo. Hinding hindi ko makakalimutan yung pagbabago ng buhay ko nang dahil sa GMA."

Following his contract renewal, fans can look forward to seeing Dennis Trillo headline two major upcoming projects. He is set to star in the new GMA drama series 'Hari ng Tondo,' as well as the upcoming GMA Pictures film 'Amir,' an official entry to 52nd Metro Manila Film Festival this year.