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Aiko Melendez leaves longtime manager Boy Abunda; joins ALV Talent Circuit

By Aedrianne Acar
Published August 30, 2019 11:50 AM PHT
Updated August 30, 2019 12:12 PM PHT

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Aiko Melendez signs contract with ALV Talent Circuit


Aiko Melendez on transferring to new talent management, “Change is always good.”

Prima Donnas star Aiko Melendez has decided to part ways with her former manager, Boy Abunda, after 18 years.

Aiko Melendez
Aiko Melendez

The talented Kapuso drama actress expressed her utmost gratitude to TV host-talent manager for everything that he has done for Aiko's showbiz career.

Aiko wrote, “Change is always good. Maayos ang aming hiwalayan ni Tito Ninong Boy Abunda.

“Walang hinanakit o personal na dahilan. Salamat po Tito Ninong sa 18 yrs!

“I will forever be grateful. Nothing but good words for you.

Then and now: 'Prima Donnas' star Aiko Melendez

Aiko will now be part of the Arnold Vegafria's ALV Talent Circuit, where she signed a three-year contract.

“Just finished signing a 3 years contract under @alvtalents Im officially under the management of Kuya Arnold Vegafria️.

"All but excitement with my new family. So many great things ahead.”

Joining Aiko in her contract signing is her supportive boyfriend Subic vice governor Jay Khonghun.

Just finished signing a 3 years contract under @alvtalents Im officially under the management of Kuya Arnold Vegafria ❤️ All but excitement with my new family. So many great things ahead. Change is always good. ❤️ Maayos ang aming hiwalayan ni Tito Ninong Boy Abunda. Walang hinanakit o personal na dahilan. Salamat po Tito Ninong sa 18 yrs! I will forever be grateful. Nothing but good words for you. With me is @jaykhonghun my ever supportive boyfriend ❤️ Thanks Vg . Thanks also @vanbantiling.fdr for my lovely suit and @styledbykennethr for styling me today 😘swipe left for more pics:) @arnold_vegafria my new boss ❤️

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In a separate post, Vegafria gave a warm welcome to his new talent.

Warm welcome to the ALV Talents family Ms. Aiko Melendez @aikomelendez! Looking forward to a fruitful partnership with you.

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ALV Talent Circuit also handles showbiz careers of Kapuso stars such as Carla Abellana, Martin del Rosario, EA Guzman, Shaira Diaz, David Licauco, and Michelle Dee.