As the daughter of Sharon Cuneta and Gabby Concepcion, KC Concepcion grew up under intense public scrutiny. From her first baby pics to her fairytale-like debut to her first foray into showbiz, Pinoys have witnessed her ups and downs through the years.
Even if she has lived a fairly public life, people were still taken by surprise that the baby is now a lady of 30. Born April 7, 1985, KC celebrated her 30th birthday early with a surprise shindig set up by her stepfather Senator Kiko Pangilinan while the family was in California for a vacation. On the eve of her birthday, her friends threw her surprise salubong. In an Instagram post, KC was grateful for “ these real ones whom I treasure so much.”
Here are some other celebs who are rocking their 30th year.
Anne Curtis
Born: February 17, 1985
Anne Curtis welcomed her 30th birthday at luxe resort Amanpulo in the company of boyfriend Erwan Heussaff and younger sister Jasmine Curtis-Smith. Anne, who admitted in an Instagram post that turning 30 at one time seemed “scary”, said she is ready for another decade of adventure and chasing her dreams.
Heart Evangelista
Born: February 14, 1985
Heart marked her 30th year by getting married to Senator Chiz Escudero in ceremonies held at the posh Balesin Island resort. The bride’s parents refused to attend the wedding, having publicly opposed Heart’s choice in a husband. Reynaldo Ongpauco seemed to soften his stance and sent a message to his daughter which was read aloud by Heart’s cousin during the reception, reducing the bride to tears.
Marian Rivera
Born: August 12, 1984
For her birthday, Marian got a proposal from then fiancé Dingdong Dantes on national TV. The proposal was actually the second one Dingdong made to his former co-star, the first being a much more private one in 2012.
After getting married last December, Marian will soon be entering another new phase in her life, motherhood.
Sandara Park
Born: November 12, 1984
It’s hard to believe baby-faced Sandara or Dara is already 30 years old. Her very youthful looks have made members of Korean media dub her a “vampire” for never seeming to age. Sandara marked this milestone with a party in her second home, the Philippines, with friends and colleagues gathered around to wish her a happy birthday. She also explored the beautiful islands of Palawan for a trip.
Hero Angeles
Born: December 8, 1984
For the past few years, Hero has kept a low profile in the entertainment scene, preferring to devote much of his time to being an artist and teaching art to the youth. Lately however, he returned to TV first as part of ASAP’s 20th anniversary celebration and as one of the third batch of lucky stars on Kapamilya Deal or No Deal. Does this mean he plans to make a showbiz comeback soon? Hero could only say that if there’s a good offer, he’s very much open to the idea.
Joross Gamboa
Born: November 28, 1984
Joross decided to tie the knot with longtime girlfriend Katz Saga for his 30th year. The touching ceremony even moved the always jovial Joross to tears. He’s looking forward to becoming a father soon as he and Katz are set to welcome their first child later this year.
Diana Zubiri
Born: April 15, 1985
After losing her husband to liver cirrhosis in 2010 almost two years after they got married, Diana has found love once again in the person of host-model and one-time MYX VJ hopeful Andy Smith. The couple just had a pre-nup shoot in Japan, where Andy proposed to the actress last February.
Jason Abalos
Born: January 14, 1985
Jason got a nice surprise from girlfriend Vicki Rushton for his birthday, which the latter said took several attempts to pull off. Aside from his love life, his career is going strong as well. After starring in the hit series Two Wives, Jason takes on the role of a restaurateur, opening buffet resto Golden King at Hobbies of Asia in Pasay City.
Sam Milby
Born: May 23, 1984
Sam may have been off the radar lately, but the singer-actor is certainly making the most of his time. While on vacation, he connected with new friends and exploring music again. He’s also taken his tito duties to heart, doting on nieces Lona and Tala.
Alessandra de Rossi
Born: July 19, 1984
Earlier this year, Alessandra won the Best Actress award at Sinag Maynila for her performance in the indie flick Bambanti. Not one to rest on her laurels, she took on the challenge of portraying larger-than-life character Mommy Dionisia in Kid Kulafu. When she was initially offered the role, she could not help but laugh as the unexpectedness of it all. But true to her feisty nature, Alessandra didn’t back down from bringing Mommy D to the big screen.
Vandolph
Born: May 7, 1984
The late comedy king Dolphy’s youngest son practically grew up in front of the camera as well. His last regular TV role was as a recurring character on Be Careful With My Heart and he was part of the third batch of Kapamilya Deal or No Deal Lucky Stars. He recently figured in a vehicular accident again, but seems to be staying strong in the face of this latest trouble.
Mariel Rodriguez
Born: August 10, 1984
Since she got married to Robin Padilla, Mariel has been happily adjusting to being a wife and exploring the world of organic food and products. The bubbly TV host suffered a personal loss lately when she had a miscarriage of what would have been her first child with Robin. Mariel admitted she is now slowly moving on and has a new TV hosting gig to keep her occupied.
Joining the 3-0 club
These celebs about to hit the big 3-0 are showing no signs of slowing down as well.
Angel Locsin
Born: April 23, 1985
After her successful series The Legal Wife, Angel is set to do one of her dream projects, a movie with the Star for All Seasons—and her future mother-in-law—Vilma Santos.
Solenn Heussaff
Born: July 20, 1985
Solenn recently got engaged to her Argentine boyfriend of five years Nico Bolzico. The two are planning a castle wedding in France some time in the next few years.
Carlo Aquino
Born: September 3, 1985
After making his Kapamilya comeback with Annaliza, Carlo has slowly been getting back in the swing of things with indie films like Mater Dolorosa and Death March. He can currently be seen in Flordeliza and soon in the Enrique Gil-Liza Soberano starrer The Bet.
Neri Naig
Born: September 7, 1985
After weathering a sex video scandal, Neri married Parokya ni Edgar frontman Chito Miranda last year in Tagaytay. Neri seems to have happily settled to a life of domestic bliss.