Zanjoe Marudo & Ria Atayde: From Relationship Confirmation to Married Life (NH)

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Zanjoe Marudo & Ria Atayde: From Relationship Confirmation to Married Life

Published: October 23, 2025

Introduction

For several years, whispers and sightings linked actor Zanjoe Marudo and actress Ria Atayde. What started as speculation gradually evolved into confirmation, then engagement, marriage, and parenthood. Their journey reflects both the public curiosity around showbiz relationships and the private steps couples take when committing to each other. This article reviews the publicly confirmed milestones of their relationship, clarifies what is known and what remains private, and provides a respectful summary of their evolving life together.

1. Early Reports and Rumours

Before any official statement, there were several public cues of a relationship between Zanjoe and Ria. Media outlets observed them together at events and personal gatherings, and they were often tagged in posts and seen in group snapshots. In October 2022, Ria’s mother, veteran actress Sylvia Sanchez, publicly expressed her positive view of Zanjoe courting her daughter.
These early signs set the stage for the formal confirmations that followed.

2. Confirmation of Relationship: January 2023

On January 17, 2023, Zanjoe Marudo publicly confirmed his relationship with Ria Atayde in an interview. He responded affirmatively to questions about their status, acknowledging that their relationship was “out in the open.”
At that time, he added that while things were going well, they weren’t rushing into marriage yet. This step moved the status from speculation to officially acknowledged.

3. Engagement: February 2024

On February 20, 2024, the couple announced their engagement via Instagram. Ria posted images of their moment together, captioning “Forever sounds good,” while Zanjoe commented, “And tastes even better.”
This engaged announcement came a little over a year after their relationship was confirmed. It represented a clear commitment toward shared future plans.

4. Marriage: March 2024

Less than a month after their engagement, Zanjoe Marudo and Ria Atayde tied the knot in a civil wedding ceremony on March 23, 2024, in Quezon City.
The public announcement followed shortly, with Zanjoe posting the date and referring to Ria as “MY WIFE.” The ceremony was described as intimate, with family and close friends present.
This formalized their partnership and transitioned them into married life.

5. Pregnancy Announcement: June 2024

On June 16, 2024, Ria Atayde announced she and Zanjoe were expecting their first child. She posted a heartfelt message to Zanjoe on Father’s Day saying: “To the dad you already are and the dad I know you’ll be… excited for this new chapter with you.”
The announcement confirmed that their family was growing, giving fans and the public another milestone to celebrate.

6. Parent-hood: September 2024

Later in 2024, the couple welcomed their first child together. Reports indicate the baby was born on September 23,-24 in 2024.
This marked another major chapter in their lives, transitioning from couplehood into parenthood.

7. What They’ve Chosen to Keep Private

While many milestones have become public record, Zanjoe and Ria have also taken steps to keep aspects of their personal life private. For example, while the birth of their child was announced, the couple have chosen not to widely share the identity or details of the baby publicly.
Additionally, everyday marriage and family life—not mandated for celebrity exposure—remains largely out of the spotlight. This balance of public and private can help preserve intimacy and protect their family.

8. Reactions from Family and the Public

Reactions to their relationship have been overwhelmingly positive. Sylvia Sanchez expressed her approval early on, saying she liked Zanjoe for Ria and saw him as respectful and kind.
Fans and colleagues offered congratulations across social media with every milestone—from engagement to marriage to parenthood. Their story has been embraced as a happy narrative of showbiz figures finding enduring partnership.

9. Professional Impacts on Both of Them

In addition to their personal lives, the couple remain active in their respective careers. Their union has also sparked public interest and media coverage, potentially influencing the types of roles they pursue and how they present their public image.
While relationships can bring enhanced visibility, they also require careful navigation to maintain professional identity and personal boundaries.

10. Looking Ahead: What Fans and Observers Might Expect

Given their trajectory, a few potential developments may follow:

Continued sharing of family life and milestones, while protecting privacy.
Co-projects or public appearances as a married couple/parents.
Ongoing evolution of their careers with the dynamic of partnership influencing choices.
Balancing celebrity life with parenthood responsibilities.
For observers, the key is to respect the couple’s personal boundaries while acknowledging their public journey.

Conclusion

From confirmation of relationship in early 2023 to becoming married parents in 2024, Zanjoe Marudo and Ria Atayde’s story illustrates how celebrity love can move through important life stages in the public eye — while still safeguarding private space. Their journey has been marked by affection, steady commitment, and carefully managed exposure. While fans may celebrate every update, the couple’s decision to protect certain parts of their life reminds us that even public figures deserve personal strength and quiet moments behind the scenes.

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