Break-Up: Melissa Ricks and Jake Cuenca, Split

Manila, Philippines

Yup, you read it right, Melissa and Jake called it quits.

ABS-CBN News reports that Melissa confirmed the split during the lanching of her endorsement in Makati.

“Opo, wala na po talaga kami ni Jake”

The Kapamilya actress told the press that the break-up happened almost two months ago, and there is no third party involved.

"Siguro when people go older, people change, maybe we have different sets of priorities. Basta iba. I have problems I have to fix. He has problems he has to face."

Cuenca and Ricks have been sweethearts for the past 24 months, yeah that's two years.

Prior to Melissa's announcement today, Jake has first admitted that his relationship with her now ex-gf/true friend is on the rocks.

Jake Cuenca Admits His Relationship With Girlfriend, Melissa Ricks Is "On The Rocks"

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Piolo Pascual And The Rest of The Gang for Bench's 'Groove To The Right Move' Campaign - Photos

So,  Piolo Pascual top-bills the campaign. What a clever way to wear your jeans huh, shirtless. :P
More photos after the jump:

Karylle and Carla Abellana

Christian Bautista and Enchong Dee

Kim Chiu and Angelica Panganiban

Jake Cuenca, Rayver Cruz, and Enchong Dee

All photos from Bench, Facebook.

Jake Cuenca Admits His Relationship With Girlfriend, Melissa Ricks Is "On The Rocks"

Manila, Philippines.

"We’re fixing things. It’s been busy," Jake Cuenca told "The Buzz" last Sunday

Jake admitted that he and showbiz partner Melissa Ricks is like one of the many couples who go into series of trials. "Sa isang relationship, there’s always bad times and good times as well. In every relationship, meron tayong kanya kanyang problema."

Just recently, Melissa has been posting tweets that gave her followers a clue about the state of her dealings with Cuenca. She once tweeted, “Minsan pag sobrang bait mo, inaabuso ka, ginagawang tanga.. well not anymore.. I wish u the best.. :) sana ayusin mo sarili mo..:)”

What really caught the public's attention was this tweet that said, “I think enough is enough.. crossed d line long time ago.. pagod nako..:) buti pa twitter friends ko papasaya ako! Ehehe”

According to the rumor mill, Jake has been pretty busy with his schedule that he allegedly finds it hard to spend time with Melissa nowadays. 

Melissa Ricks keeps mum when being inquired about her tweets on her micro-blogging site.

What if they break up, will they still be friends?

“No matter what happens, ang suporta ko kay Mel ay laging nandoon. Walang taong sumuporta sa akin katulad ni Mel. Sobra talaga ang suporta niya sa akin,” Jake answered

"In the Name of Love!" Trailer

Angel Locsin, Aga Muhlach and Jake Cuenca will be entangled in a forbidden love and desire in Star Cinema's romantic drama movie "In the Name of Love!"

Directed by Olivia M. Lamasan and it will hit the theaters on May 11, 2011.

“Green Rose” Three Main Characters - Jericho Rosales, Anne Curtis and Jake Cuenca

Checkout the three main characters in the upcoming Philippine adaptation of the Korean series “Green Rose” starring Jericho Rosales, Anne Curtis and Jake Cuenca.

Jericho Rosales is set to play the character role of Jerome Delgado, a simple man with positive outlook in life. Integrity is very important to him and he will do every thing to protect his name and his family.



The lovely Anne Curtis is plying the role of Angela Tuazon, the woman who found love and respect from Jerome Delgado. An unfortunate incident will forbid them to be together.


Jake Cuenca is Edward Fuentabella, who will also fall in love with Angela Tuazon. He will betray anybody to achieve his goal or anything he desire.

Anne Curtis, Jericho Rosales & Jake Cuenca “Green Rose”

Here's the trailer for ABS-CBN's upcoming Philippine adaptation of the Korean series “Green Rose” starring Anne Curtis, Jericho Rosales and Jake Cuenca.

Also starring are Alessandra De Rossi, Ricardo Cepeda, Gardo Versoza, Eda Nolan, Susan Africa, Ping Medina, Smokey Manaloto, Janus Del Prado, and Directed by Dondon Santos.

2010 MMFF: “Super Inday and the Golden Bibe” Music Video

Regal Films has released a new music video which features teaser scenes for the upcoming fantasy-comedy flick “Super Inday and the Golden Bibe” starring Marian Rivera (Entry for 2010 Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF)

Ready to hit the theaters on December 25.

Marian Rivera “Super Inday and the Golden Bibe” - Trailer (MMFF 2010)

Actress Marian Rivera will try to save the day as a superheroine in Regal Films' upcoming holiday flick “Super Inday and the Golden Bibe”, official entry for Metro Manila Film Festival 2010 (MMFF).

The new film is a a remake of Maricel Soriano and Aiza Seguerra’s 1988 film of the same title 

Cast includes Jake Cuenca, Pokwang, John Lapus, Cherry Pie Picache, Mylene Dizon, Jairus Aquino, Sheena Halili, Buboy Villar, Sabrina Man and directed by Mike Tuviera

The power of the Golden Bibe will hit the theaters on December 25.

Alessandra de Rossi & Jake Cuenca in "Wansapanataym's Cara" episode

Taking some time off from her heavy dramatic roles, Alessandra  de Rossi will show her lighter side as she face a different kind of role in ABS-CBN's weekly fantasy show "Wansapanataym's Cara" and joining her is Jake Cuenca.

The "Cara" episode is about a three-faced woman full of mystery and peculiarity who will eventually captivate the heart of Jake Cuenca. The magic and adventure begins as the road of these two people intertwines.

“Wansapanataym’s Cara” is directed by Erick Salud and the airing starts on Saturday nights, October 9, on ABS-CBN after TV Patrol Sabado.

Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson & Jake Cuenca for " Bench Trio Scents" - BTS

Bench tapped the services of Kim Chiu, Gerald Anderson and Jake Cuenca as the new faces for their newest body sprays called Bench Trio Scents. Watch below the Behind-the-scene videos for Trio Scents!

[Video courtesy by BenchTV]

ASAP "Fiery" Opening Number (August 15 episode)

ABS-CBN's ASAP XV really pump up with a opening flaming number featuring Gary Valenciano, Nikki Gil, Shaina Magdayao, Iya Villania, Jake Cuenca, Rafael Rosell, Vina Morales, Piolo Pascual, Jericho Rosales, Sarah Geronimo, Cristine Reyes, Anne Curtis and other Kapamilya stars.

[Video courtesy by ABS-CBN; Upload: Starmovideos]