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Lexi Gonzales, Alden Richards bring fun to 'Ilocos Empanada' and 'Ano tara?' trend

By Karen Juliane Crucillo
Published April 1, 2026 4:46 PM PHT

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Lexi Gonzales, Alden Richards


Lexi Gonzales and Alden Richards recently hopped on the viral “Ilocos Empanada” and “Ano tara?” trend.

Lexi Gonzales and Alden Richards are serving good vibes once again in a trending TikTok video.

The Stars on the Floor 2026 livestream host shared a video with Asia's Multimedia Star on TikTok, where they put a fun twist on the trending “Ilocos Empanada” and “Ano tara?” trend on the platform.

In the video, Lexi approached Alden in the dressing room and said, “Ilocos Empanada, ano tara?” Alden then replied, “Tara.”

The Sparkle artist then quickly grabbed the Ilocos Empanada and playfully fed it to Alden, prompting them to burst into laughter. Alden reacted, “Ang sarap ah.”

“Buti na lang gusto niya ng Ilocos Empanada,” she wrote in the caption.

Fans and followers quickly reacted in the comments section, saying the two served kilig and showcased their chemistry once again.

@lalexigonzales

Buti nalang gusto niya ng Ilocos empanada

♬ original sound - Lexi Gonzales

Previously, Lexi and Alden also hopped on a TikTok trend where they compiled their random and fun selfies, which delighted fans as they noticed their undeniable chemistry.

Catch Lexi and Alden in Stars on the Floor 2026 every Sunday at 7:15 p.m. on GMA, Kapuso Stream, and GMA Pinoy TV.

Meanwhile, check out other celebrities hopping on TikTok trends here: