MANILA, Philippines — Actress and fashion icon Heart Evangelista revealed on Sunday, Mother's Day, that she had another miscarriage.
The 39-year-old posted on Instagram a handwritten letter dedicated to her son with Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero whom they named Francis.
"A few days ago our baby boys heart stopped beating [dove emoji] this will be our 4th angel. and although this could be one of my biggest heartbreaks ... thank YOU for still trying to be with me and for making me feel so much love already. Love and hope that this world could never give," Evangelista said in the caption.
"I love you "francisKo" I shall keep my heart intact while you find your way back to us. To all the mothers, fur moms, mothers to friends, thank you for your heart and all the women like me ... going through same struggle ... Happy Mothers Day. ( FrancisKo, my Francis I love you anak)," she added.
Heart Evangelista's handwritten letter to her unborn son, Francisco. INSTAGRAM PHOTOS/IAMHEART E"I was sure to meet you soon. I had prepared a few things you may like but for some reason your beating heart lost its way to us. I don't blame you for being scared — it is a scary world but I would like to let you know I was prepared for you. Even if I am heartbroken I will keep my heart intact while you find your way back to us. Your beating heart has healed me in so many ways. I love you anak...I'll be waiting for you. Mama Heart."
Evangelista and husband Senator Chiz Escudero during their renewal of vows in February.In 2018, Evangelista had her first miscarriage. She disclosed that she was carrying twins and lost them successively.
In September 2022, Evangelista opened up about her experience with in vitro fertilization (IVF), describing it as "one of the toughest, challenging" periods of her life.
Evangelista and Escudero tied the knot in Balesin Island on February 15, 2015. The couple renewed their wedding vows also in Balesin Island after nine years.