Bosses extol Alden’s humility

CEBU, Philippines - Pambansang Bae Alden Richards remains a loyal Kapuso as he renewed Tuesday his exclusive contract with GMA Network, Inc.

Alden said that he is very happy to renew his contract with GMA which has been very helpful in fulfilling his dreams. “Masaya po talaga ako to be part of GMA and to be still part of GMA in the years to come. I remained loyal to the network and GMA has been very good to me and very supportive. I can feel the support and love coming from them. I really feel at home here. It’s where my heart is.”

The actor is considered to be one of the Kapuso Network’s homegrown, talented and versatile actors. At present, he is recognized as one of the most credible endorsers and most admired male personalities in the country.

Alden is likewise a multi-platinum recording artist. Aside from being one of the mainstays of the hit noontime show “Eat Bulaga,” Alden is part of the Sunday noontime show “Sunday Pinasaya” and the iconic primetime series “Encantadia” as Lakan.

“My experience with ‘Encantadia’ has been very fun. It’s another dream of mine that came true now that I am part of the cast. I am very thankful because the feedback is very positive.”

During the contract signing, GMA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Felipe L. Gozon said he is very proud of Alden’s achievements since he is one of the network’s successful homegrown artists.

“Alden is not only one of the biggest stars of GMA but also he is one of the biggest stars in the country. We are also proud of the humility he has shown throughout this journey. He is living proof that one can reach the stars while keeping his feet firmly on the ground. Kaya tayo ay lubos na nagagalak dahil napili niyang manatili sa GMA, kung saan siya nagsimula and where he belongs.”

GMA President and Chief Operating Officer Gilberto R. Duavit, Jr. said that he considers Alden a genuine role model for the youth.

“Sa pagbabalik tanaw, ang layo na ng kanyang narating at sa pagtingin sa hinaharap, napakalayo pa ng kanyang pupuntahan. In the middle of all this is what he has remained to be: a good friend, a good son, a professional, somebody who puts others beyond and above himself. With his success comes great responsibility. Isa siyang ehemplo sa ating mga kabataan na kinahahangaan hindi lamang ng mga manonood kundi nating lahat.”

GMA Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Felipe S. Yalong, in turn, shared that he is delighted with the new chapter of Alden’s life in GMA. “All the years he was with us, not only is he a certified viral phenomenon and a box-office star but GMA Records is also proud to say that he is a certified recording star.”

Meanwhile, GMA Entertainment TV’s Senior Vice President Lilybeth G. Rasonable said that the network will continue to provide quality projects for Alden that will further his stature in showbiz.

“We’ve watched his career from the very beginning until his meteoric rise to stardom. From the time he did his first soap with us which was ‘Alakdana,’ until his very successful career now, he has always been the Alden that we knew him to be from the very beginning: humble, very dedicated, having that high respect for all the people that he works with, his cheerfulness and his love for his fans. We are very excited to work with Alden again, create more characters for him and take more adventures with him as an artist.” (PR)(FREEMAN)