KRIS AQUINO’S LOVE CURSE? Why No Man Ever Lasted — The Shocking Truth Behind Her Failed Romances and Endless Heartbreaks

She’s the Queen of All Media, a woman of power, wit, wealth, and beauty. She has conquered television, politics, endorsements, and social media — but one mystery continues to haunt her glittering legacy:

Why can’t Kris Aquino make love last?

From high-profile boyfriends to whirlwind engagements and dramatic breakups, Kris Aquino’s love life has been as public as it is painful — filled with twists, tears, and tabloid-worthy heartbreaks that always leave fans asking: Is Kris Aquino cursed in love?

THE PARADE OF MEN — AND MISERY

Kris’s romantic timeline reads like a teleserye script: dramatic, controversial, and impossible to forget.

Let’s take a look at the men who once held the key to her heart — and why none of them stayed.

1. Phillip Salvador — The First Heartbreak

Her first major public relationship was with actor Phillip Salvador, with whom she had a son, Josh. Their romance, full of passion and scandal, was the start of Kris’s very public heartbreaks. Rumors swirled about cheating, abandonment, and emotional betrayal.

“I loved him,” Kris once admitted. “But I also knew when it was time to let go.”

2. Joey Marquez — The Explosive Split

Next came actor-politician Joey Marquez, and with him, came drama that defined Kris’s most shocking televised moment. Who could forget that live TV tell-all where Kris admitted to their toxic and violent relationship?

“I almost died,” she cried. “That was the lowest point of my life.”

The nation was stunned. Kris became both a victim and a fighter, walking away with her head held high — but once again, alone.

3. James Yap — The Fairytale That Crumbled

With PBA superstar James Yap, it looked like Kris finally found her “forever.” The wedding was grand, the media coverage massive, and their son Bimby became a celebrity in his own right.

But cracks began to show. Allegations of infidelity, disrespect, and lack of support from James led to a bitter annulment and public custody battle.

“I gave him everything — he gave me heartache,” Kris said in a fiery interview.

4. Herbert Bautista — The Almost Mr. Right

Kris’s “not-quite” romance with actor and politician Herbert Bautista was like a flame that sparked but never fully caught fire. Engagement rumors came and went, only to be dismissed as “bad timing.”

“We loved each other, but our worlds were too different,” Kris confessed in 2019.

5. Mel Sarmiento — The Last Hope?

In 2021, Kris shocked the nation by announcing her engagement to former DILG Secretary Mel Sarmiento. Fans rejoiced. Was this finally her happy ending?

But just months later, everything collapsed.

“He walked away when I needed him most,” Kris posted, referencing her ongoing health battles. “That’s all I can say.”

Mel reportedly backed out during the most difficult phase of Kris’s life — when she was facing severe autoimmune complications.

THE “CURSE” KRIS CAN’T BREAK?

So what’s going on? Is Kris just unlucky in love — or is there a deeper reason why no relationship ever sticks?

Some say it’s her strong personality, others blame her public lifestyle, and a few even whisper of a “love curse” on her family — especially after the late Cory Aquino famously said, “We are not lucky in love, but we are lucky in purpose.”

Others argue that Kris’s own emotional vulnerability is both her strength and her weakness.

“She gives too much, too fast, and expects the same,” says one showbiz columnist. “But not everyone can handle her level of intensity.”

LOVE VS. LOYALTY — A DEADLY COMBO?

Kris Aquino is not just a woman — she’s a brand, a legacy, a political dynasty. And for many men, being with her comes with immense pressure: the media, the scrutiny, the expectations.

“Kris doesn’t just want love — she wants loyalty, support, and transparency. And if she doesn’t get it, she walks,” said a source close to the Aquino family.

HER FINAL WORD?

In one of her most emotional posts last year, Kris wrote:

“I’m still hoping God will allow me to experience real, lasting love. Not perfect, but peaceful.”

SO WHAT’S NEXT FOR KRIS?

As of 2025, Kris is focusing on her health, children, and private life. While her body may be fighting illness, her spirit remains unbroken. She continues to inspire millions with her resilience, honesty, and unapologetic strength.

But the question remains: Will true love ever come her way?

Or is she destined to shine alone, with a heart scarred but still beating with hope?

One thing’s for sure — in the rollercoaster of Kris Aquino’s love life, we’ve cried with her, raged with her, and hoped with her. And we’ll be watching when — or if — her real-life love story finally gets its happy ending.