Volleyball star Aby Maraño ditched her game face to have a fangirl moment with actor Joshua Garcia.
The F2 Logistics middle-hitter cheerily posted on social media her off-court photo with Joshua taken on Sunday, May 21, 2023, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
Both Aby and Joshua were in the arena for this year's Star Magic All-Star Games.
Aby played in the volleyball competition, serving as reinforcement for the Star Magic Lady Setters alongside fellow pro player, Grethcel Soltones.
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Joshua, meanwhile, did not participate in any of the games.
The Unbreak My Heart and Ang Mga Kaibigan ni Mama Susan star, however, showed up in the arena to show his support and watch the games on the sidelines, much to the delight of the fans inside the venue.
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SELFIE WITH JOSHUA
Posting on Instagram, Aby revealed approaching Joshua to ask for a photo of them together.
Joshua, said Aby, generously said yes and even called her "idol."
Aby wrote, "Asked him if okay lang magpapicture, he was quick to respond na 'okay lang idol.'"
Their interaction didn't stop there as they chatted for a few minutes before parting.
"Nagmarites kami ng konti," shared Aby.
"It was a very casual conversation as if we’re friends."
In the end, Joshua earned Aby's admiration for his kindness and easy-going personality despite his celebrity status.
"If ü are rooting for this guy nako hindi kayo nagkakamali — pakabait niya," gushed Aby.
Despite Aby and Grethcel's solid game, the Star Magic Lady Setters still fell short against the Star Magic Lady Spikers.
The winning team also had its pro reinforcements in Rachel Daquis and Gel Cayuna.
Young actress Analain Salvador took home the Most Valuable Player award.
Analain was also named Best Hitter during the awarding ceremony.