In a recent appearance on Fast Talk with Boy Abunda, actor Jake Cuenca revealed that he has been sober for six years. The 38-year-old star shared that he has completely stopped drinking alcohol.
“I don’t drink alcohol anymore. I’ve given it up,” Cuenca stated during the interview. He clarified that his drinking habits were not extremely severe in the past, but he admitted that alcohol still led him into unfavorable situations.
“It’s almost like I was relying on it too much, and at the end of the day, that became the tool I used to unwind,” he explained. Cuenca said that in his younger years, he prioritized partying and nightlife, sometimes even more than his work, as socializing with friends took precedence over his career.
He noted that his perspective shifted after an incident where he claimed he was chased by police officers for unclear reasons. This experience made him reconsider his lifestyle choices.
Cuenca added that hitting “rock bottom” can be a transformative experience. “It can be a powerful driving force for success if you use it correctly,” he emphasized.
During the same interview, Cuenca also confirmed that he is now in a relationship with beauty queen Rabiya Mateo. The actor’s revelations about his sobriety and new romance have drawn attention from fans and media alike.
