MANILA, Philippines — Actress and recording artist Lovi Poe on Monday revealed on social media that she is expecting her first child.
Lovi Poe shows baby bump in a photo released by Filipino clothing brand Bench PHOTO FROM INSTAGRAM/BENCHTM
The announcement came after Filipino clothing brand Bench released a photo of Poe in nude-toned lingerie with a sheer veil draped around her body, highlighting her baby bump.
“This is what it means to truly Love Your Body — inside and out. #BENCHLoveYourBody,” Bench wrote in the caption.
Poe has yet to share details of her pregnancy, such as how far along she is or the baby’s gender, but fellow celebrities quickly filled the comments section with congratulatory messages.
“I had a feeling!! I could already tell from your posts!! I’m so happy for you!! Congratulations. Becoming a mom is such a beautiful, life-changing journey, and I know you’re going to be an amazing one!!!” actress Kris Bernal wrote.
“congrats my love!!!” Solenn Heussaff said.
“Congrats @lovipoe,” Ivana Alawi shared.
“Woah!! Lovi congratulations!!!” Hayden Kho said.
“Waaaah congratulations,” Chie Filomeno added.
Other friends who extended their well wishes included Isabel Oli Prats, Rabiya Mateo, Zeinab Harake, Kylie Verzosa, Rajo Laurel, Jessy Mendiola, Max Collins, Benjamin Alves and Sunshine Cruz.
Poe, 34, married British movie producer Monty Blencowe at Cliveden House near Berkshire, England, on Aug. 26, 2023. The couple announced their engagement on Aug. 8 of the same year.
