In a heartfelt interview on “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda,” Alden Richards shared that his most painful goodbye, besides losing his mother, was saying farewell to his childhood.
The actor revealed that starting work at a young age meant giving up many typical childhood experiences, including completing his education. “Since kailangan ko pong magtrabaho sa murang edad, parang andami ko pong, I should say, hindi nagawa, basically finishing school,” he shared.
Though Richards doesn’t regret his decision, he expressed a desire to return to his studies someday. “Hindi ko po siya pinagsisisihan… but I think going back to it right now, that’s one of the things na gusto kong magawa na hindi ko nagawa because I had to do things first for security ng pamilya,” he explained.
Richards, whose mother Rosario passed away when he was sixteen, entered the entertainment industry in part to honor her dream of him becoming an actor. She always envisioned him playing the role of Sergio in Marimar, a wish that continues to inspire him.
In the interview, he also fondly recalled his mother’s compassionate nature, saying he learned empathy most from her. Richards addressed rumors about his on-screen chemistry with Kathryn Bernardo, his co-star in Hello, Love, Again, confirming they remain close friends.
Now showing in Philippine cinemas, Hello, Love, Again is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2019 hit Hello, Love, Goodbye. The film is set for international release and will close the Asian World Film Festival in Los Angeles this November.