Glaiza de Castro Shares Baby Bump Photos in Heartwarming Pregnancy Reveal
Glaiza de Castro debuts her baby bump on Instagram, drawing heartwarming congratulations from her Encantadia co-stars and fans alike
For many Encantadiks, Glaiza de Castro will always be remembered as the fierce and tactical Pirena in the hit fantasy series Encantadia. While her onscreen persona was a mother to Mira and Flamarra, and the fierce warrior of the show, the actress is now stepping into the most rewarding role of her personal life: becoming a real-life mother.
On Saturday, September 12, the Seed of Love star officially announced that she and her husband, David Rainey, are expecting their first child. Sharing photos of her growing baby bump on Instagram, Glaiza candidly reflected on the reality of early pregnancy.
“Entering another chapter. So glad I’m through the first trimester because… Grabe pala!” she wrote. She added that while more details would come soon, connecting with other mothers has brought immense relief. “It’s been nice and comforting talking to other women about this journey as a first-time mom. I need all the help I can get,” she quipped.
Her husband, David, echoed the excitement in the comments, writing, “Another chapter indeed!”
Warm Wishes from the Encantadia Family
The heartwarming announcement triggered a wave of love from the local entertainment industry. Her Encantadia co-stars Sanya Lopez, Rocco Nacino, and Gabbi Garcia flooded the post with congratulations. Director Mark Reyes, who directed the iconic fantasy saga, also celebrated the news, along with Glaiza’s onscreen daughters, Kate Valdez and Faith da Silva.
A New Chapter Beyond the Spotlight
Since marrying in 2021, Glaiza and David have been open about their desire to build a family. Prior to meeting David, the actress—known for acclaimed projects like Grazilda, The Rich Man’s Daughter, and Running Man Philippines—had focused primarily on her bustling career.
In a previous interview on Think Talk Podcast, Glaiza shared how David provided a grounding perspective outside of show business.
“Nung time na na-meet ko si David, ‘yun ang isa sa mga realizations ko na reality ko ito pero iba ‘yung reality ko ‘pag kasama ko siya. Kasi hindi ako si Glaiza de Castro, hindi ako artista, hindi ko kailangang umarte… Ini-enjoy ko lang ‘yung buhay ko na kasama siya,” she recalled.
As she embraces this next milestone, the fierce spirit of Pirena remains, but it is now paired with the warm, transformative joy of impending motherhood.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, actress Glaiza de Castro and her husband David Rainey announced on September 12 that they are expecting their first child after successfully passing the first trimester.
Glaiza de Castro is married to David Rainey. The couple wed in an intimate ceremony in Northern Ireland in October 2021 and held a second wedding in the Philippines in January 2023.
Glaiza de Castro is a prominent Filipina actress and singer best known for playing Pirena in the 2016 reboot of Encantadia. Her other notable TV series include The Rich Man’s Daughter, Grazilda, The Seed of Love, and the reality show Running Man Philippines.
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