Heart Evangelista reveals Jodi Sta Maria is her cousin

MANILA, Philippines — Kapuso star Heart Evangelista revealed that Kapamilya star Jodi Sta Maria is her cousin. 

In her Instagram Live video, Heart was asked by a fan if she’s connected to Jodi. 

“Yes, Jodi Sta Maria is my cousin from my mother side. I love Jodi Sta Maria. She's super nice and one of the genuine (ones) in the show business. 

“I didn't even know she's my cousin 'til a few years of show business. She's my second cousin,” Heart added.  

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Heart compared Jodi to Hollywood star Natalie Portman. 

“Jodi is a great actress from the Philippines and she's like a Natalie Portman exactly. Super beautiful, super expressive eyes. I love her,” she said. 

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