‘My happiness’: Sam Verzosa opens up about relationship, rekindled romance with Rhian Ramos

MANILA, Philippines — “Only public service.”

That was how Tutok To Win Party-List Representative Samuel “Sam” Verzosa Jr. answered Philstar.com’s query if he would join his girlfriend, actress Rhian Ramos, in showbiz, following his successful stint as TV host of CNN Philippines program “Dear SV.”

“Mag-invite na lang tayo ng more celebs. Sila ‘yung star, ako, more on the public service part. Sila ‘yung iniidolo, sila ‘yung nagbibigay-inspirasyon sa mas maraming mga tao kasi sila ‘yung iniidolo ng karamihan eh. So baka maka-collaborate natin big stars, celebs, basketball players, rappers, kung sino man ‘yung kilala. Influencers,” he added.

“Dear SV” featured inspiring stories of everyday Filipinos, who never lost hope and remained resilient despite the challenges and struggles they face. In the show, SV spread hope and joy to individuals and communities nationwide by giving them a way to sustainable livelihood, educational scholarships and providing employment and financial assistance.

Last month, “Dear SV,” which premiered last February, finished its second season. For him, the past year has been full of transformations, and the biggest of them all is transforming from the co-host of veteran TV host Willie Revillame in “Wowowin - Tutok To Win” into a full-fledged TV host with his own program.

His transition from businessman, as co-founder of multi-level marketing company Frontrow and president of Maserati Philippines, to lawmaker and TV host has not been easy even with his wealth and power as a member of the prominent Verzosa clan of Ilocos.

“There’s a personal growth din. Laging gan’un eh; it’s a new field, a new challenge for me. May mga rules na kailangan alamin. Maraming mga beteranong public servants natin. So ayun,