Maris Racal

thumb|right|Maris Racal 2024.jpg Maris Racal (Tagalog pronunciation: [kaˈɲɛdo ɾaˈkal]; born September 22, 1997) is a Filipino actress and singer. She rose to prominence in 2014 after joining Pinoy Big Brother: All In, where she finished as the runner-up. Afterward, Racal signed with Star Magic. She was previously a member of It's Showtime's all-girl dance group Girltrends and ASAP's sing-and-dance group BFF5. Racal's breakthrough role was as Irene Tiu in the ABS-CBN romantic drama series Can't Buy Me Love. Quotes "But I can assure you, I'm still going, the fight is still going. I'll keep working, even though it's hard. That fire in my heart still doesn't die." Maris Racal assures fans she will continue living and working: "I'm just a human being" Josh Medina, 7 December 2024. I'm still looking for that little girl inside of me. It's hard to look for her now, but someday, I get to find her and I will be able to hold my shadows. Maris Racal assures fans she will continue living and working: "I'm just a human being" Josh Medina, 7 December 2024. What you saw was not a perfect human. I'm far, far from being perfect. What you saw was a human being, I'm just a human being." Maris Racal assures fans she will continue living and working: "I'm just a human being" Josh Medina, 7 December 2024. "I really pushed my limits and trained for it. Even though it was hard, I pushed," Maris Racal grateful for starring in four projects this year, Toff C., Push Team 31 December 2025. "In this film, I've grown so much as an actress." Maris Racal grateful for starring in four projects this year, Toff C., Push Team 31 December 2025. "Super fun. First of all I can't believe I'm on the Batang Quiapo set. And the show has been going on for almost three years and I'm just really, really happy to be part of it." Maris Racal grateful for starring in four projects this year, Toff C., Push Team 31 December 2025. ""You have no choice but to resist all trials," Maris Racal says she nearly gave up on showbiz after past issue, John Patrick Magno Ranara 5 July 2025. " I love my dreams so much that no matter what the problem, no matter what the test, I will do it. I love my dreams, I love my job, I love everything about this,  so I feel like I will do anything to make my dream come true," Maris Racal says she nearly gave up on showbiz after past issue, John Patrick Magno Ranara 5 July 2025. " They may be painful, but nilalagay ko na siya sa moral compass ko so that wherever I go, I know what to do," Maris Racal says she nearly gave up on showbiz after past issue, John Patrick Magno Ranara 5 July 2025. " I feel like I need to give myself some space to grow and to really process everything. I don't know. That's what I'm saying now but I don't know about tomorrow," Maris Racal says she nearly gave up on showbiz after past issue, John Patrick Magno Ranara 5 July 2025. "And then, I'm just a simple person, eh. So that's it, the moment I said yes, the moment I joined, I considered myself as a risk-taker." Maris Racal: "Singing Sunshine" from Davao, Nikko Tuazon 10 May 2021. "That's it, my life revolves around that. Like everywhere I go, I have an activity that involves music." Maris Racal: "Singing Sunshine" from Davao, Nikko Tuazon 10 May 2021. “I feel like I need to give myself some space to grow and to really process everything. I don’t know, but that’s what I’m saying now, but I don’t know about tomorrow,” Chooses to be single: Maris Racal admits regrets about past relationship, Jan Milo Severo - Philstar.com 7 July 2025. “They may be painful for me, but I just put him in my moral compass so that wherever I go, I know what to do,” Chooses to be single: Maris Racal admits regrets about past relationship, Jan Milo Severo - Philstar.com 7 July 2025. "I really wanted to give up because I was asking myself, ‘What are all these for? Was it worth it? Is this worth my peace?’ But they lasted for only two hours, because you don’t really have a choice but to conquer these challenges,” Chooses to be single: Maris Racal admits regrets about past relationship, Jan Milo Severo - Philstar.com 7 July 2025. “I love my dreams, I love my job. Everything about this, I will do anything to make my dreams come true. This is why I’m thankful to all my supporters, to all the production houses that gave me a job, to my directors, and my colleagues,” Chooses to be single: Maris Racal admits regrets about past relationship, Jan Milo Severo - Philstar.com 7 July 2025. "Nagkamali ako and I wanna say sorry for everything that I have done," Maris Racal takes accountability for Anthony Jennings issue: 'Nagkamali ako', By GMA Integrated News 6 December 2024. "But betrayal like this cuts deep. This is my truth, and sharing it is my way of moving forward—not with anger, but with strength, hope, and the belief that better days are ahead," Maris Racal says she 'came clean' to 'ex' before they split, ABS-CBN News 6 December 2024. "To all the women reading this, don't be like me. It took me three long months to finally accept that I was just ignoring the reality of the situation. The sleepless nights, crying, and anxiety attacks and sabotaging yourself," Maris Racal says she 'came clean' to 'ex' before they split, ABS-CBN News 6 December 2024. "I'm grateful for the people who've found strength in my story, and whose hearts I've touched. They remind me that sharing my truth isn't just about my own healing— it's about empowering others to find the courage to embrace theirs. So if you ever find yourself in the same shoes as me, I hope you can gather the strength to put yourself first and protect your peace." Maris Racal says she 'came clean' to 'ex' before they split, ABS-CBN News 6 December 2024. “I feel like I need to give myself some space to grow and to really process everything. I don’t know, but that’s what I’m saying now, but I don’t know about tomorrow,” Maris Racal admits regrets about past relationships, firm on staying single, Hannah MallorcaINQUIRER.net 7 July 2025. “I really wanted to give up because I was asking myself, what are all these for? Was it worth it? Is this worth my peace? But they lasted for only two hours, because you don’t really have a choice but to conquer these challenges,” Maris Racal admits regrets about past relationships, firm on staying single, Hannah MallorcaINQUIRER.net 7 July 2025. “I love my dreams, I love my job. Everything about this, I will do anything to make my dreams come true. This is why I’m thankful to all my supporters, to all the production houses that gave me a job, to my directors, and my colleagues,” Maris Racal admits regrets about past relationships, firm on staying single, Hannah MallorcaINQUIRER.net 7 July 2025. "Age is just a number." Maris Racal breaks silence; shares her side of truth 'I didn't know, I was in the dark', By EJ Chua 6 December 2024. “really beautiful learning experience” Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026. "A unique style of action that I really enjoyed," Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026. It's a really beautiful learning experience.” Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026. "Everyday you have to prepare your mindset, your body, because you never know when you'll actually be shooting action scenes." Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026. “What really changed in me was my professionalism, humility, and hard work.” Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026. "Those who hold on to what is right, what your heart cries out for, even though there are many temptations, even though there are many evil elements around." Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026. "You really need to be brave enough to stand up for what you believe in." Maris Racal looks back on 'Batang Quiapo' journey, Ganiel Krishnan, ABS-CBN News, 3 March 2026. External links Category:1997 births Category:Actresses from the Philippines