Barbie Forteza surprised fans on Thursday evening when she announced that she and longtime boyfriend and fellow Kapuso actor Jak Roberto have split up.

GMA Integrated News’ Lhar Santiago delved into Barbie and Jak’s relationship on “Unang Balita” on Friday, and here’s a rundown of seven years of love.

‘Meant to Be’

One of Barbie and Jak’s first projects together was the 2017 romantic-comedy series “Meant to Be." The Kapuso Primetime Princess played Billie, who was on a journey for a good career, as four men fought for her love. Although Barbie and Jak were not the series’ endgame, they did end up being meant to be in real life. Photos: Jak Roberto/X

Supportive of each other’s careers

Though they had no recent projects as a love team, Barbie and Jak remained supportive of each other’s careers. Barbie and Jak would say in interviews that they would continually message and congratulate each other on their work achievements. Photo: Barbie Forteza/IG

They celebrated Jak’s birthday in December 2024

Barbie and Jak even celebrated the actor’s 31st birthday in December 2024. In Barbie’s final post with Jak, they went to a restaurant together. Barbie wrote that he is so proud of Jak for achieving his dreams one by one. Photo: Barbie Forteza/IG

The ‘beautiful goodbye’

On Thursday, January 2, Barbie announced on Instagram that she and Jak had broken up after seven years. In her bittersweet message, the actress wrote, “Your love was exceptional. But sometimes, good things fall apart so better things can come together.” She also wished the best for Jak. On “Fast Talk with Boy Abunda” in July, Barbie said the most challenging factor in their relationship is quality time. Photos: Barbie Forteza/IG