In a revelation that shocked fans and the public alike, former Senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan has finally broken his silence on the long-rumored separation from Megastar Sharon Cuneta, confirming that after 27 years of marriage, the two have indeed chosen to part ways.

The announcement was made in a quiet, heartfelt statement during an interview with close family friends, and though Kiko kept his composure, the pain in his voice was undeniable.

A Love Story That Inspired a Generation

For years, Sharon and Kiko were seen as one of the most solid and admirable couples in Philippine entertainment and politics. Their love story — the glamorous actress and the principled politician — was often seen as a union of two powerful worlds. Together, they raised a beautiful blended family, including Sharon’s daughter KC Concepcion, and their children Frankie, Miel, and Miguel.

Fans celebrated their anniversaries, admired their family photos, and saw them as a rare example of lasting love in the public eye. But behind the scenes, the couple was quietly weathering private storms.

Kiko’s Emotional Confession

In his statement, Kiko shared that the decision to separate was mutual, and came after years of “trying to make it work.” He emphasized that there was no third party involved, and that he and Sharon still deeply respect and care for each other.

“We fought hard for our marriage, and we loved each other the best way we knew how,” Kiko said, his voice shaking.
“But sometimes love means letting go — not because you no longer care, but because you care enough to allow the other person to heal and grow.”

The Pain of Letting Go

Sources close to the couple reveal that the two have been living separately for some time, but continued to co-parent and show support for their children. Sharon’s recent emotional posts on social media — about pain, healing, and change — now seem to make more sense in light of this news.

Those close to Sharon said that the separation took a heavy toll on her, but she chose to remain silent for the sake of her family. Kiko’s recent statement, however, appears to have been agreed upon by both sides as a respectful way to close this chapter.

A Family Still Bound by Love

Despite the separation, Kiko stressed that they are still a family, and that their children remain the priority.

“Sharon is a wonderful mother. We raised good, kind children. That will never change,” he said.

Sharon has yet to release a full statement of her own, but sources confirm that she appreciates the grace and dignity with which Kiko has handled the announcement.

Public Support Pours In

Netizens were quick to react, with thousands sending messages of love, heartbreak, and support. Many praised the couple for their honesty and maturity.

“Even in separation, they show class. This is heartbreaking but also deeply human,” one fan commented.
“They gave it their best. We should respect their journey,” said another.

Moving Forward with Grace

While the news has left many fans in disbelief, it also opens up a conversation about the realities of marriage, love, and the strength it takes to walk away when staying together becomes more painful than healing apart.

This chapter may have ended, but the legacy of Kiko and Sharon’s love — the family they built, the struggles they overcame, and the lives they touched — will always remain a part of Philippine public memory.

As one supporter said:

“They were, and still are, a beautiful story. Even endings can be graceful.”

Sharon Cuneta apologizes, shares story behind Kiko Pangilinan’s ‘pugot ulo’ photo

 “Megastar” Sharon Cuneta admitted that she was at fault for posting a recently viral photo of her politician husband Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan with no head on her official social media account.

At a round table interview last night following her performances to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the “Sheroes” campaign of Filipino insurance company InLife (Insular Life) for which she is the endorser, the award-winning actress-singer disclosed that the picture was a product of her indiscretion.

“Nag-aaway kami nu’n,” Sharon professed when Philstar.com asked her at the group interview about the photo.

“Sorry,” she continued, “You know, we have problems, that’s another thing. How stupid was I, ‘di ba?”

She recalled the moment when she decided to share a photo featuring her children alongside their father, whose head was cropped in the image.

“But also, really, I wanted (a photo of) my gremlins, of the four (her kids). Wala akong makita na picture nila na wala ang daddy nila.”

She instantly deleted the photo and regretted what she did.

“But then, pagka-post ko, ‘OMG, mukha akong tanga, but ko pinost, putol ‘yung asawa ko!” she said.

Because of what happened, Sharon said she has become more conscious of thinking twice before sharing anything on social media. She said that like any other couple, Pangilinan and she have their disagreements, but they reconcile with a kiss at the end of the day.

“Kahit na medyo nagkakagulo kami, Kiko and I have problems, just like any other married couple,” she acknowledged.

She stressed that although they face problems, she and her husband have never fought because of a third party.

“But it was never because of someone else. It’s never because of someone else,” she reiterated.

She stood up for Kiko as a loving husband and father to her children, even to her daughter with her ex-husband Gabby Concepcion, KC.

“And I would tell you that Kiko has been a good father to KC since we dated since she was nine. Since we married when she was 11,” Sharon said.

“I don’t know what her beef with me was, but she would post about me before, that’s why ‘di ko maiiwasan, there are hurt feelings now.”

At the same interview, Sharon shared on the occasion of International Women’s Month, that she feels especially empowered as a woman whenever her children would tell her “I love you” and whenever her husband would do the same but with flowers included.

“’Mama, I love you, you’re the best mama in the world.’ That means everything to me. It means I did something right,” she said, “And my husband just comes and brings me flowers and says, ‘I love you, sweetheart,’ that’s another things I can’t buy, basically. You know, how would I feel if I’m being admired by so many people and then my own flesh and blood didn’t care about me? Or the person I married didn’t?”