‘There must be continued healing.’
Liza Soberano’s latest YouTube video, featured on the “Can I Come In?” podcast documentary series, has garnered significant attention as she opens up about her traumatic childhood experiences. In the video, Liza shares her story of abuse, neglect and resilience, showcasing her journey toward healing and self-discovery.
In the video, Liza talked about her childhood trauma. She recounted her experiences with physical, emotional and psychological abuse at the hands of her caregivers, including her mother and a family she was placed with in foster care.
She also talked about her break up with Enrique Gil. Liza confirmed that she and Enrique Gil have been separated for almost three years, citing that they weren’t a match anymore and that she needed to focus on her personal growth.
Liza also talked about career focus. Despite her challenges, Liza has been focusing on her international career, which includes her Hollywood debut in “Lisa Frankenstein” and appearances at high-profile events like the Gold House Gala and Coachella.
Good friend and fellow writer Cathy Sanchez-Babao weighed in on the recent content and said, “There are interviews you watch and simply move on from, and then there are stories that take hold of your heart, shaking you to your very core. Watching Liza Soberano’s conversation with photographer and documentarist Sarah Bahbah felt like being pulled into the quiet aftermath of a storm — you can’t look away, even if every word tears at you.
“I had to pause several times, just to breathe. As a parent, it was gut-wrenching to hear what she endured as a little girl. It’s the kind of pain no child should ever know. By two, she was already subjected to verbal and emotional abuse. By five, she and her younger brother were left in the care of a ‘friend’ who inflicted cruelty no child should ever endure. I will not go into the details here, because the images already seared into her memory are heavy enough. But what I can say is this: no child deserves such darkness.
“And yet, there she was — grown, composed, and brave enough to speak. That, to me, was nothing short of a miracle. To find your voice after years of silence is to reclaim something that was taken from you. I thought of how much strength it must have taken for her to sit there, to revisit those wounds, and to share them with the world. And yes, I also thought of the risk: that trauma, when reopened, needs gentleness, care, and guidance. I hope that as she offers her story, she is surrounded by those who can hold her steady.
“Sarah Bahbah herself admits — she is no therapist. Her gift is in visuals, in creating spaces where women can be vulnerable, telling their truths in ways that feel safe to them. Liza spoke from inside a bathtub, which at first unsettled me. But the filmmaker explained: her subjects choose where they feel most at ease. Vulnerability, after all, has no single stage — it can exist in a living room, in a bedroom, even in the smallest sanctuary we carve out for ourselves.
“But what pierced me more deeply than the story itself was the response it received. How heartbreaking that headlines chose to magnify Liza’s past breakup with Enrique Gil instead of centering on her courage. How telling that the media found her private love life more ‘newsworthy’ than the way she survived unspeakable abuse as a child. It made me wonder: what stories do we choose to amplify, and what does that reveal about us?
“What I will remember is not the chatter about a breakup but the image of a woman refusing to be defined by the darkness she survived. Her story is not about shame. It is about resilience. It is about how the human spirit, battered as it may be, still finds its way back to light.
“And perhaps that is where the lesson lies for all of us: that resilience is not about pretending the pain never happened — it is about choosing, again and again, to move forward despite it. Liza’s voice reminds us that even in the ruins, we can still build. Even in the silence, we can still sing.
“So maybe the question we must ask ourselves is this: when given the choice, will we focus on the gossip, or will we honor the courage it takes to tell a story that could save another life?”
What lies ahead for Liza Soberano?
There must be continued healing. Liza’s journey toward healing and self-discovery seems to be ongoing, and she appears committed to prioritizing her well-being and personal growth.
Then, there is that international career advancement waiting for her. With her recent projects and appearances, Liza is likely to continue exploring opportunities in the international entertainment industry.
With her narrative, Liza should keep inspiring others. By sharing her story, Liza aims to inspire others to prioritize their own healing and self-love, potentially using her platform to make a positive impact.
Overall, Liza’s latest video showcases strength and resilience in the face of adversity. As she continues to navigate her career and personal life, her fans can likely expect to see more growth, self-awareness, and inspiring moments from this talented actress.
