The life of Love Marie Payawal Ongpauco-Escudero — better known as Heart Evangelista — has always unfolded like a captivating telenovela, mirroring the complexity and allure of the characters she has so competently embodied on screen. From the time her story began playing out, Filipinos have watched her blossom from a beautiful teen star on television to one of the brightest A-list celebrities on GMA Network today. And while many of her peers eventually settled into established rhythms within the local industry, she has continued to fascinate the public, debuting as a bona fide visual artist and finally, in recent years, as a world-renowned fashion icon who triumphantly and gracefully represents the sense and style of the Philippines on the international stage.