30 reasons to love Marian Rivera

There is an idea of a Marian Rivera. She is Queen-like, not only in her beauty or her ability to rule primetime television, but also in the way she conquers whatever life throws at her. Now that she has turned a year wiser, we find ourselves loving her even more.

Here are 30 reasons to love Marian Rivera:

1. She paints.
Instead of partying or going on a shopping splurge, Marian de-stresses through art. Though not formally trained, she can come up with eye-catching works. She usually paints floral art pieces that are oh-so-dainty.

2. She can whip up a good meal anytime.
Real women like Marian know their way around the kitchen. Some of her specialties include Filipino dishes like caldereta and adobo, Spanish dishes like croquetas jamon serrano and even deserts like banana walnut cupcakes.

3. She has a funny bone.
She may be an expert in drama, but she has an innate sense of humor. This side of her personality shows in Juan For All, All For Juan. She also made a lot of people laugh in Kung-Fu Divas and My Lady Boss.

4. She’s a phenomenal woman.
Everything she does becomes a surefire hit. Her first leading role in primetime was MariMar, and it catapulted her to superstardom. Her first attempt at singing was a success as her single, Sabay Sabay Tayo was a chart-topper. Her first dancing show, Marian is also loved by all.

5. She’s a talented actress.
She has breathed life into iconic roles like Marimar, Dyesebel, Darna, Amaya and Carmela. Her performance in Temptation of Wife led her to win Best Actress at the PMPC Star Awards and earned her a nomination from the Asian Television Awards.

6. Dancer Extraordinaire
We first caught a glimpse of her natural flair for dancing in MariMar. Even up to now, she never fails in grooving to the beat and showing new dance techniques every single week in Marian.

7. She keeps it real.
One of Marian’s best qualities is the ability to speak her mind with conviction. Everybody is drawn to her because she is one tough cookie who always stands for what she believes in.

8. She is the sexiest.
Officially, she is the Philippines’ sexiest for the third time. Her perfect figure is to die for, but the sexiest thing about her is her confidence. It also helps that she is dedicated to her craft and is good at it.

9. She is beautiful inside and out.
On the outside, her beauty is goddess-like. On the inside, she is even more beautiful because she is humble, generous to the less fortunate and close to God.

10. She is family-oriented.
A self-confessed lola’s girl, Marian is practically bffs with her grandmother and mother. She values them so much and makes sure to spend time with them whenever she can because she loves them to pieces.

11. She is God-fearing.
Her best friend, Roxee B. revealed that it was Marian who brought her closer to God. They would bond by going to church and hearing mass.

12. She does not discriminate.
An avid supporter of LGBT rights, Marian was recently welcomed into the community as an “honorary beki”. She also admits that she is a “babaeng bakla” and proud of it.

13. She’s a true friend.
Marian has two best friends: Ana Feleo and Roxee B. They describe her as extremely loyal, thoughtful and someone who would stick with you through thick and thin.

14. She is professional.
In the industry, Marian is the most punctual and is all business. Her friend, Ana Feleo revealed that Marian always comes before the call time and knows all her lines by heart.

15. She has a flair for fashion.
Marian has a taste for classic pieces. She sticks to basic colors, feminine prints and has the most fabulous shoes and bags ever. She always looks posh and well put together in all of her OOTDs.

16. She is hardworking.
For Marian, more work means more blessings. Even if her projects pile up on each other or are done simultaneously, she welcomes them with open arms and does her best.

17. She treats her fans life family.
Marian has been celebrating her past few birthdays with her fans. Her supporters have been part of most of her birthday charity events like Marian’s visit to Child Haus and Anawim Home for the Elderly. They are a huge part of her life.

18. She’s a philanthropist.

She shares her blessings with others. Right now, she is spearheading the Adopt-A-Bangka project which seeks to raise funds for the fisherfolk communities in the island of Bantayan in Cebu.

19. She’s an independent woman.
Everything she has, she worked hard for. With her spunk and sunny approach to life, she will certainly achieve more.

20. She has hosting skills to boot.
She has got the gift of gab and she knows how to use it. In Extra Challenge, Juan For All, All For Juan and Marian, she always manages to entertain the audience with her wit and hilarious antics.

21. She’s optimistic.
Most of her posts in Instagram are about being positive, kind and approaching life with a smile. Seeing the world in rose-colored glasses definitely does wonders for anyone.

22. Exploring the world is her cup of tea.
Wanderlust strikes her every now and then and she usually bonds with her fiancé, Dingdong Dantes by traveling around the world. Their latest trip together was in New York and it was definitely super romantic.

23. She is an advocate of woman empowerment.
An empowered woman herself, Marian seeks to inspire other women to stand up for their rights. She is currently the Ambassador for Women and Children with Disabilities.

24. She is fab and fierce.
Nobody can bring a good woman down. Marian is not the type to get easily daunted by haters or bashers. Instead, she kills them with her kindness and her all-around fabulousness that makes her win in life.

25. She is fit and healthy.
To keep her body toned, Marian does Muay Thai, Zumba and learns a new dance technique every week for Marian. She also eats everything in moderation and avoids junk food which is why she is in tip-top shape.

26. She values education.
Marian is one of the few celebrities who has a college degree. She has a degree in BS Psychology and graduated from De La Salle University, Dasmarinas before the opportunity of being in showbiz cropped up. She is thankful for this and knows that this will help her in the long run.

27. She is internationally renowned.
Her series, Temptation of Wife was sensational not only here but also abroad. She has become a household name in Vietnam after the series was aired there. She was also nominated at the Asian Television Awards for her performance in the show.

28. She is an awesome fiancée.
Kapuso Primetime King says that he has never been happier in his life, thanks to Marian. He is even willing to propose to her even for a third, fourth or fifth time because he loves Marian so much.

29. She’s a role model.
She has got it all: looks, talent and heart of gold. She is a true inspiration to all.

30. She simply rules.
No explanation needed.