Jillian Ward Marks 16 Years as Kapuso, Renews Contract with Sparkle GMA Artist Center

Kapuso star Jillian Ward celebrated a meaningful milestone in her career as she marked her 16th year with GMA Network and officially renewed her contract with Sparkle GMA Artist Center on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.

The contract signing ceremony was attended by several Kapuso executives, including Sparkle Assistant Vice President for Talent Management Vic del Rosario, GMA Senior Vice President Atty. Annette Gozon-Valdes, and Sparkle First Vice President Joy Marcelo, along with other leaders of the network.

During the event, Jillian expressed heartfelt gratitude to the network and the people who have supported her throughout her journey in show business.

“Thank you so much po. I’m so, so grateful. Lahat po kayo ay blessing sa akin ni God, each and every one of you. And I pray na maging proud pa po kayo sa akin and I will do my best, of course, to make all of you and GMA proud,” Jillian said.

The actress also highlighted how the Kapuso network has treated her beyond just being an artist.

“I’m so happy kasi sa GMA po, they don’t value their artists because they are artists—they value their artists as people, as humans. I’m so grateful and I pray na hanggang maging lola po ako, nandito ako. Forever! Thank you, Sparkle,” Jillian added with a laugh.

Jillian first captured the hearts of viewers when she starred in the remake of “Trudis Liit”, a role that catapulted her to fame as a child actress. Over the years, she has steadily grown into one of GMA Network’s most promising young stars.

Her recent achievements include winning Daytime TV Actress of the Year at the 2024 Box Office Entertainment Awards for her performance in the hit medical drama “Abot Kamay ang Pangarap.” She also received the Most Remarkable Actress of the Year award at the Asia Pacific Luminare Awards for the same series.

Currently, Jillian continues to captivate audiences in the primetime action drama “Never Say Die,” where she stars alongside David Licauco, Kim Ji Soo, and Raheel Bhyria.

With her renewed partnership with Sparkle and GMA Network, Jillian Ward looks forward to more projects and milestones in the years ahead—continuing the journey she began as a young child star and now as one of the network’s most recognized leading actresses.