2/12/2022 10:29:00 PM
JENG
This Valentine’s Day, GMA Entertainment Group proudly presents one of the Network’s
most anticipated series and the sequel to the Philippines’ No. 1 show for 2021, ‘First
Lady.’
The original drama stars once again the swoon-worthy pairing of award-winning
actor Gabby Concepcion as President Glenn Acosta and brilliant Kapuso
actress Sanya Lopez as First Lady Melody Acosta.
“Talagang hindi naman namin iniisip na magkakaroon ng book 2,” Gabby shared.
“Although, ‘yung first book, talagang napakaganda. We have a good team that brought
us to where we are right now.”
On the other hand, Sanya admits that the change in her character is challenging. “Mas
challenging po talaga ang maging First Lady,” she said. “’Yung First Yaya kasi medyo
malapit-lapit pa talaga kay Sanya ‘yung character eh. Unlike now, ‘yung pagiging First
Lady inaaral ko po talaga. Of course, nandyan din naman po si Direk LA (Madridejos) to
help me.”
First Yaya ended on a happy note with the fairytale romance of President Glenn and
Melody. This time around, the newlywed couple navigates new territory and delves into
trust and doubt; change and tradition; and the line of clear communication that will
challenge their marriage. As Glenn seeks another term to his presidency, Melody needs
to reassess and find her place once more in her husband’s ever-chaotic and busy life.
Playing important roles in the primetime soap are Pancho Magno as he reprises his
role as PSG Captain Conrad Enriquez, head of PGA’s security detail and the primary
protector of the First Family; Ms. Pilar Pilapil as Blesilda, the headstrong mother of
PGA who will stop at nothing to protect the presidency; Boboy Garovillo as
Florencio, Melody’s father who passed away but still appears to her visions; Maxine
Medina as Lorraine, Assistant Secretary of the Presidential Communications and Head
of the Speech Writers Group and Melody’s former rival turned “frienemy”; Thou
Reyes as Yessy, Presidential Management Chief-of-Staff who also holds the post of
Presidential Spokesperson; and Ms. Sandy Andolong as Edna, the loving and
streetwise mother of Melody.
Back to showcase more spark and fun are Cassy Legaspi as Nina Acosta, the eldest
daughter of PGA who is also running for a position in her school government; and JD
Domagoso as Jonas, Nina’s boyfriend who also joins the school campus elections but
ends up competing against her. Also returning to the series are Clarence Delgado as
Nathan, the second child of PGA whose resolve is tested when his family is besieged by
challenges to their stability and security; and Patricia Coma as Nicole, the youngest
child of PGA who is closest to Melody.
Making the series more exciting is seasoned actress Alice Dixson as Atty. Ingrid
Domingo, a political strategist that eventually gets hired by President Glenn Acosta’s
(PGA) campaign team to be the political director of his presidential bid. Moreover, she is
revealed to be Glenn’s former serious girlfriend – a fact that could rock not just the
presidency, but also the President’s family.
In a very special guest appearance, award-winning actor and one of GMA's prime
leading men Rocco Nacino steps in as Mayor Moises Valentin, a rising political star
and young hotshot Mayor of “Magat” City. He is suave and good-looking, and develops
a “special” friendship with Melody even when he is allied with the opposition party.
The other addition to the powerhouse cast includes Isabel Rivas as Allegra Trinidad, a
former first lady and former number 1-elected senator. She’s the queen bee of a group
of three former first ladies terrorizing the new first lady and former yaya,
Melody; Francine Prieto as Soledad Cortez, a former first lady initially loyal to Allegra
who ends up becoming an adversary; Samantha Lopez as Ambrocia Bolivar, another
former first lady who is loyal to Allegra; Shyr Valdez as Manang Sioning, a veteran
staff of the Presidential palace who was on leave but is now back to make sure that
everything is under order; John Feir as Teddy, President Glenn Acosta’s Campaign
Manager; Divine as Bella, Yessy’s office assistant and Ingrid’s double-agent.
Returning to the series as well to spice up the lives of PGA and Melody are the well-
loved characters of Kakai Bautista as Pepita; Analyn Barro as Gem Rose Reyes-
Agcaoili; Glenda Garcia as Marni Tupaz; Cai Cortez as Norma; Thia Thomalla as
PSG Lt. Val Cañete; Anjo Damiles as Jasper Agcaoili; Jon Lucas as Titus De
Villa; Jerick Dolormente as Lloyd Reyes; Muriel Lomadilla as Bevs; Kiel
Rodriguez as PSG Paul Librada; Atak as Impak; Cecil Paz as Jesse.
With the upcoming presidential elections, the series will also serve as a timely and
relatable source of entertainment for Filipinos nationwide. Political and research
consultants, including a national elections political strategist and a current member of
the Presidential Management Staff (PMS), were hired to help to create a realistic view
of the First Family’s daily life.
‘First Lady’ is under the supervision of the GMA Entertainment Group headed by SVP for
Entertainment Group Lilybeth G. Rasonable, VP for Drama Cheryl Ching-Sy, AVP
for Drama Helen Rose Sese, Senior Program Manager Ali Nokom-Dedicatoria, and
Executive Producer Joy Lumboy-Pili.
The drama is a product of the visionary minds of Concept Creators Jojo Tawasil
Nones and Marlon G. Miguel; Creative Director Aloy Adlawan; Content
Development Consultant Ricky Lee; Creative Head Dode Cruz; Creative
Consultant Kit Villanueva-Zapata; Headwriter Jojo Tawasil Nones; Senior Writers
Marlon G. Miguel, Christine Badillo-Novicio, and Obet Villela; and Junior
brainstormer Jai Shane Canete.
Catch the highly-anticipated world premiere of 'First Lady' – under the helm of
esteemed director LA Madridejos and associate director Rechie del Carmen –
beginning February 14, weeknights, on GMA, GTV and Heart of Asia.
Viewers abroad can also catch the program via GMA Pinoy TV. For more stories about
the Kapuso Network, visit www.GMANetwork.com.
