Belle Mariano Inks First Exclusive ABS-CBN Contract, Bares New Projects

Belle Mariano had officially signed her first-ever exclusive network contract with ABS-CBN, extending her 14-year journey as a Kapamilya in the entertainment industry.

- By Patricia Dela Roca

On Aug. 18, Belle sealed her place in the network giant during the "Kapamilya Forever: Born to Shine" event at Dolphy Theater, attended by ABS-CBN executives including president and CEO Carlo Katigbak, chairman Mark Lopez, COO for Broadcast Cory Vidanes, CFO Rick Tan, and Star Magic head Laurenti Dyogi.

During the signing event, Belle turned emotional as she expressed her gratitude to the people behind her success, including her loved ones, mentors and supporters.

"Throughout the 14 years, I would say that it wasn't easy for me but nakakataba ng puso because I was surrounded with amazing people and I'm just so grateful to them," Belle tearfully said.

"To our ABS-CBN bosses, thank you so much. I've been waiting for this opportunity. To my mom, thank you. Thank you mom, you've made me a stronger person, thank you so much. To my supporters,