Eduard Bañez, a Fil-Am artist and businessman who left the Philippines many years ago, stays connected to his birthplace by keeping up with local events.

Bañez said that he never forgets his roots and that looking at his old photos from the country makes him cry since they bring him wonderful memories.

Bañez told ABS-CBN News, “They claim that once you leave the Philippines, you move on and become accustomed to it. However, this is untrue. You think of it all the time. Perhaps it’s the happy faces there,”

“And even if it’s just for a vacation, you always look forward to going back or visiting the country,” he continued.

As part of his numerous charitable endeavors, the former actor-host recently gave to a church in his home town, assisting nuns, priests, and underprivileged children.

“Attending church has played a big role in my life as a child. Despite being overseas, I’ve managed to stay in touch with this specific church that I support every year,” he said.

He continued on to speak on his faith, saying, “You have to hold on to that faith when you’re feeling down. We should take care of our spiritual selves regardless of how busy we are. All you do is pray.”

Additionally, he remembered one of the most difficult periods of his life in the US.

He said, “Do you remember the days when hatred against Asians was widespread in America? I just prayed. We are always appreciative of those who have respected and supported us,”

Bañez not only assisted the church but also his kababayans, who are still recovering from the floods.

Along with expressing his enthusiasm about going back into entertainment, he proudly stated that the debut of his own website had gone well.

He ended, “For me, 2026 is about courage, harmony, and generosity. May we all regain the bravery to pursue our passions, rediscover the meaning of true serenity, and discover the joy of serving others,”