Emotions pour in the private thread of First Yaya actors as the stellar cast led by Sanya Lopez and Gabby Concepcion finish their lock-in taping for the hit Kapuso rom-com series.
First Yaya premiered on GMA and other Kapuso channels worldwide on March 15, and since, has won the hearts of audiences watching in the Philippine as well as those abroad.
Behind the camera, the production of First Yaya has also built strong connections among its stellar cast.
The First Yaya actors attended a total of four lock-in tapings which began in November 2020 () and concluded in May 2021. This production setup under the new normal has definitely brought these artists closer. Needless to say, by the time they have finished taping, they've experienced separation anxiety, leaving the show with tons of fun memories and a grateful heart.
Sanya and some of her co-stars have expressed their appreciation and gratitude for their beautiful experience in First Yaya. Take a look at some of their heartfelt messages here.
Sanya Lopez, who plays the lead role as Yaya Melody, wrote, “Thank you po ulit sa inyong lahat! Naging sobrang masaya po ako sa pamilyang 'to. Ang bilis ng panahon, parang kailan lang. Maraming salamat po sa chance. I never really had friends but with you guys, hindi lang kaibigan ang nagkaroon ako kundi isang pamilya na nakatatak na sa puso ko. Hay naku naiiyak na naman ako. Pero love you guys. Salamat po ulit.”
Cassy Legaspi, known as the older presidential daughter named Nina, looked back at 'First Yaya,' her first TV series, as her “best first everything.” A part of her message read, “Thank you so much for believing in me and for welcoming me with open arms… Love na love ko kayong lahat! And I will never forget this show and this family. I'm super lucky and happy to have met all of you.”
Pilar Pilapil portrays the stern and elitist mom of President Glenn Acosta (Gabby Concepcion) but she is the exact opposite behind the camera. The veteran actress wrote for the 'First Yaya' stars and crew, “Thank you everyone for a great time working with you all! It was an exhilarating experience, especially the bonding experiences with you all. Thanking God for our unity and protection as we travelled to do lock-in tapings!”
Sandy Andolong portrays Yaya Melody's mom, Edna. A part of her message for the show's cast and crew read, “Thank you very much for all the love and care. We truly appreciate everything you do not only for us but especially for the success of our First Yaya project… To all the cast, my co-actors, it was a great honor, pleasure and fun to have worked with everyone. Love and blessings to all.”
Clarence Delgado got his first Kapuso project in 'First Yaya,' playing the role of the presidential son named Nathan. He expressed his appreciation for his first experience as a Kapuso, saying, “Thank you po for being a family na sa akin, sa pagmamahal, pag-alaga, at pagsuporta po sa amin each day. Super daming lessons po yung natutunan ko sa bawat isa sa inyo!!”
Patricia bade good bye to the 'First Yaya' team as the “kid in a wheelchair,” Nicole. A part of her message read, “Thank you First Yaya fam for being my first! Sobrang sarap kasama ng lahat ka-bonding ang gaan, apaka encouraging… Thank you so much for accepting me into your family and I can only hope to see you guys again soon!”
Cai Cortez breathed life into the bubbly Ate Norma, a housemaid and Yaya Melody's confidant in the presidential home. She expressed in her farewell message, “Maraming salamat po sa lahat ng bumubuo ng First Yaya. Lahat po tayo ay uuwi ng safe, healthy at may baong masasarap na memories. Till the next project po. Mahal ko kayong lahat!”
Atak, who portrays the funny character of Impak, shared his appreciation for the show and his cast members. He even joked about falling for his co-star, Jon Lucas, saying, “I feel love(d) talaga kaya lang may asawa na siya.”
Muriel Lomadilla plays Yaya Melody's friend, Bevs. A part of the message of the singer-turned-actress read, “I really treasure this experience and I'm so lucky to have worked with you all. You guys are amazing! Forever grateful sa inyong lahat! The best talaga kayo!!!”