“What inspires me to paint is life, my emotions, through my paintings I want people to understand that life isn't always happy but you should be always hopeful that's why I use bright colors in my paintings, that's what I want people to feel about me and when they see my art.”

Filipino actress, television host, advocate, and entrepreneur

Heart Evangelista is a Filipino actress, television host, advocate, and entrepreneur. Born Love Marie Payawal Ongpauco-Escudero, she is also known as the second wife of politician Francis Escudero. She is widely recognized in Philippine entertainment and public life for work across television and film, as well as for her roles as a host and advocate. Her public profile also extends to entrepreneurship, making her a familiar figure in both media and social circles.