More often than not, children of Filipino celebrities are expected to enter the world of the showbiz industry just like their parents. But some try to explore other fields which includes playing the sport they love.
These children of Filipino celebrities are some of the few that have grown to love the world of sports and are trying to make a name for themselves.
Jacob Poturnak
Ina Raymundo’s son has been playing baseball for several years already and is studying in the United States of America where he is still pursuing the sport. The celebrity mom has been sharing glimpses of Jacob’s games on her social media account to the delight of his fans.
Zia and Sixto Dantes
Children of showbiz royalty Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes, the two are shining brightly as they both are into swimming. The supportive parents would always be present at their children’s competition despite their busy schedules. Their son, Sixto, has also been playing basketball alongside his father.
Caela and Mic Pingris
The kids of Danica Sotto and Marc Pingris have a love for sports. Their father, a professional basketball player, has passed on the love for the game to his son, Mic, who plays for the Far Eastern University. Meanwhile, Caela, was recently awarded the best Opposite Spiker at the recent Shakey’s GVIL Cup where her school won the championship in the Division 2 tournament.
Nio Tria
The son of award-winning actress Cherry Pie Picache may have dabbled in the showbiz industry already, but make no mistake as he was previously part of the Tennis team of the Ateneo de Manila University.
Juliana Gomez
Daughter to a former national player for four different sports–– Fencing, Rowing, Shooting, and Volleyball, Juliana has made her name known in the fencing world through her athletic and quick thinking skills. She is set to represent the country in the upcoming SEA Games as she is part of the Women's Epee National Team.
Scarlett, Gavin, and Kendra Kramer
The three Kramer children have the guidance and genes from their parents, Chesca and Doug Kramer. All three of them are into various sports and are excelling in them. Scarlett now plays Tennis but competed in Taekwondo tournaments in the past. Gavin is just like his father who’s into basketball while Kendra has been consistent with her achievements in swimming.
Santino Rosales
The son of Jericho Rosales has been training and playing Football for several years already. He plays for the Maharlika Taguig F.C., a professional football team that competes in the Philippine Football League.
These are just some of the kids of Filipino celebrities that have chosen a different career for themselves. While they may join the showbiz industry in the future, they are letting themselves explore other possible paths for them.