Alden Richards Reportedly Stops Courting Kathryn Bernardo—Here’s What We Know!

MANILA, Philippines — In a surprising revelation, veteran showbiz reporter Ogie Diaz claimed that Alden Richards is no longer courting Kathryn Bernardo.

During his latest episode of Ogie Diaz Showbiz Update on YouTube, the entertainment insider shared that Alden and Kathryn have now settled into a purely platonic relationship.

“All I know is, there is no longer any courtship that has continued. They are just like friends,” Ogie said.

His co-host, Mama Loi, then speculated whether Daniel Padilla’s surprise visit to Kathryn’s dressing room during ABS-CBN’s Christmas Special played a role in this development. Ogie, however, quickly dismissed the idea.

“It has nothing to do with that, ‘yung pagdalaw ni DJ,” he clarified.

He further elaborated that according to a close source, Kathryn and Daniel did have a conversation, but it wasn’t anything that hinted at reconciliation.

“Kasi, ang alam ko din, sabi ng ka-close ni Kathryn, eh parang kinausap lang daw ni Kathryn si DJ, pero walang hope na magkakabalikan,” Ogie added.

This revelation comes almost a year after Ogie first reported in April 2023 that Alden had been making efforts to win Kathryn’s heart. At the time, he claimed that the actor’s actions and body language were strong indicators of his romantic interest.

“Nanliligaw na itong si Alden kay Kathryn at makikita naman iyan sa kanilang body language,” Ogie said back then.

What Happened to Alden’s Courtship?

Now, fans are left wondering—what caused Alden to suddenly back off? Could it be that Kathryn never reciprocated his feelings, or did something else happen behind the scenes?

While neither Kathryn nor Alden has addressed the matter publicly, some insiders believe that the two simply realized they were better off as friends. Others, however, speculate that Kathryn’s lingering connection with Daniel—whether romantic or not—might have made Alden hesitant to pursue her further.

Interestingly, despite rumors of Alden’s courtship, Kathryn has remained focused on her career and personal growth since her much-publicized breakup with Daniel in late 2023. She has been busy with her projects, endorsements, and her upcoming Star Cinema movie with Alden, leading some to believe that love might not be her top priority right now.

As for Alden, he continues to be one of the most sought-after leading men in Philippine entertainment. With multiple projects lined up, including international collaborations, it’s possible that he also decided to shift his focus toward his career rather than his love life.

What’s Next for Kathryn and Alden?

Though their rumored romance may have ended before it even started, Alden and Kathryn remain on good terms. Fans can still look forward to their on-screen chemistry in their upcoming film, which is expected to be another box-office hit following the massive success of Hello, Love, Goodbye in 2019.

Will there ever be another chance for Alden and Kathryn to explore romance, or is this truly the end of their short-lived love story? Only time will tell. For now, fans can only speculate—and wait for the next big revelation in this unfolding showbiz saga!