TAGBILARAN CITY, Bohol — The romance between Kapuso star Jillian Ward and rising boxer Eman Bacosa Pacquiao appears to be heating up after the actress was seen cheering for him at his recent match in Bohol.
Jillian was spotted at the Bohol Cultural Center on Saturday, February 28, 2026, for the Kumong Bol-Anon 24 boxing event. Photos shared by Sparkle GMA Artist Center showed the “Abot Kamay ng Pangarap” actress sitting beside Eman’s mother, Joanna Bacosa, in the audience.
- The Victory: Eman dominated his match against Indonesian boxer Reynold Kundimang, winning via knockout (KO) in the fourth round after knocking his opponent down five times.
- Social Media Interaction: Jillian later posted a playful photo on Facebook where she pretended to “punch” Eman, further fueling fan speculation about their relationship.
The appearance follows Jillian’s recent interview on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, where she admitted to being pursued by a “Big Guy” who makes her feel “super special.”
- Confirmation: Sparkle GMA later confirmed that the mysterious “Big Guy” is indeed Eman, the son of boxing legend Manny Pacquiao.
- Mutual Admiration: Eman, who signed with Sparkle in November 2025, previously admitted that Jillian was his celebrity crush. He was also seen supporting her at the premiere of her film, KMJS’ Gabi ng Lagim: The Movie.
When asked by Boy Abunda what the suitor’s chances were of getting her “sweet yes,” Jillian rated him an “11 out of 10,” suggesting that an official relationship might be just around the corner.