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🔥“WHERE ARE THEY NOW? SHOCKING TRANSFORMATION OF PHILIPPINE’S MOST FAMOUS BOLDSTARS—#REUNION REVEAL WILL STUN YOU!” 🔴

In the late ’90s and early ’00s, the Viva Hot Babes ruled the entertainment world—Joyce Jimenez, Priscilla Almeda, Rosanna Roces, Maui Taylor, Andrea del Rosario, and Katya Santos captured hearts with daring on-screen personas and bold magazine features. Dubbed the ultimate “boldstars,” they dominated pop culture…then mysteriously vanished—or reinvented themselves. Today, more than 900 words later, we unveil the jaw-dropping paths they’ve taken: motherhood, politics, business, and mainstream acting—some you’d never have guessed.


1. Joyce Jimenez – From “Pantasya ng Bayan” to Supermom & Entrepreneur

Once titled “Pantasya ng Bayan” (“Nation’s Fantasy”), Joyce Jimenez soared to fame with daring films like Scorpio Nights 2 and Ano Bang Meron Ka? alongside Piolo Pascual, Jomari Yllana, and Aga Muhlach en.wikipedia.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2imdb.com+10newsfeed.ph+10tv-philippines.fandom.com+10. She later launched the “Private Joyce” lingerie line and beauty brand Skin‑Private Joyce to build a post-showbiz future peopleai.com+9gmanetwork.com+9en.wikipedia.org+9.

After marrying Filipino-American Paul Ely Egbalic in 2008, Joyce relocated to Los Angeles and focused on family. Today, she’s a full‑time mom of three, fitness advocate, and blogger championing autism awareness—her second son diagnosed on the spectrum—through joysofmotherhood.net philnews.ph+5newsfeed.ph+5tv-philippines.fandom.com+5. With an estimated net worth in the millions, Joyce’s journey illustrates radical transformation from boldstar to purposeful, private life imdb.com+6bio-famous.com+6newsfeed.ph+6.


2. Maui Taylor – Bold to Balanced: Vlogs, Family, and Select Acting

Maui Taylor rocketed into stardom in 2001 with the erotic film Tatarin and as a founding Viva Hot Babe en.wikipedia.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2. Since then, she’s prioritized family over fame: married to non‑showbiz partner Anton Sabarre and mother to two sons en.wikipedia.org+1bio-famous.com+1.

Now based in the Philippines, Maui remains active in mainstream TV—appearing in FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano (2018) and reality show Pantaxa: Laiya (2023) en.wikipedia.org+1en.wikipedia.org+1. She also shares lifestyle and motherhood vlogs on YouTube, providing glimpses of her day-to-day life. Her story: bold beginnings leading to grounded adulthood.


3. Katya Santos – TV Mentor & Business Graduate

Katya Santos began as a child actress on Ang TV and Oki Doki Doc before embracing her “boldstar” phase with Viva Hot Babes en.wikipedia.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2. After her reign in bold, Katya pursued studies in Business Administration and later worked as a sales consultant in security systems en.wikipedia.org.

She’s returned to TV with roles in FPJ’s Ang Probinsyano (2018), My Papa Pi (2022), and she’s now a mentor on reality show Pantaxa: Laiya (2023–present) . A wife and mother, Katya balances family life while still nurturing her comeback in entertainment.


4. Andrea del Rosario – From Boldstar to Political Figure

As a Viva Hot Babe in 2003, Andrea del Rosario quickly transitioned into serious acting on TV dramas like Gulong ng Palad en.wikipedia.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2en.wikipedia.org+2. She welcomed a daughter, Beatrice Anne, in 2011, and then pivoted to public service—becoming Barangay Kagawad and Barangay Captain in Antipolo City. Although details on current leadership roles are limited online, she remains a respected figure in local governance, proving boldstars can become civic leaders.


5. Rosanna Roces – The Flirtatious Star Who Reinvented

Rosanna Roces reigned as a provocative actress in the late ’90s and early ’00s, starring in bold films and TV dramas. Though details on her present career are more discreet, recent years found her in supporting roles and occasional guest appearances, balancing family responsibilities and maintaining a lower profile out of the spotlight—proof personal evolution doesn’t always need headlines.


6. Priscilla Almeda – A Quiet Comeback?

Priscilla Almeda, a former beauty queen turned boldstar, left a noticeable gap in public records after her stint with Viva. Her current status seems intentionally private—no recent films, interviews, or major events—but social media sightings suggest she lives a quiet life far from limelight. Still, fans hold out hope for an unexpected reemergence.


Why This Matters: Boldstars & Legacies

 

Their shared journey—from sex appeal and tabloid fame—led them all down radically different roads:

Joyce Jimenez became a wellness influencer and full‑time mom.

Maui Taylor embraced motherhood and digital content.

Katya Santos evolved into a business-educated actress and mentor.

Andrea del Rosario bridged boldstar to public office.

Rosanna Roces and Priscilla Almeda arguably remain the most private, exemplifying personal reinvention outside public scrutiny.

This reunion of former boldstars symbolizes more than nostalgia—it’s about reclamation: reclaiming identity, autonomy, and legacy outside the seductive glare of fame.


What’s Next?

Expect more from these iconic survivors:

Potential reunions, documentaries, or guest roles on nostalgic specials

Business expansions, like Joyce’s empowerment blog or Maui’s lifestyle channel

Political ambitions, particularly from Andrea del Rosario if she seeks higher office

Mentorship roles for Katya Santos as entertainment evolves


In Closing

These once‑boldstars aren’t just pop culture footnotes—they’re living proof that reinvention doesn’t require weapons of fame. Joyce, Maui, Katya, Andrea, Rosanna, and Priscilla have reclaimed their stories—each evolving while daring to stay true to who they are.

If you grew up watching them, now you get to rediscover them—as mothers, entrepreneurs, public servants, and artisans of life.

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