Why Loren Legarda Walked Away From Her Lifelong Dream | Toni Talks 

So much heartwarming and kind comments here! I truly appreciate it. Hope you can also share this video to your family and friends. ❤️ To Toni, thank you for bringing out the stories of my early beginnings, hard work and challenges in life. I’m always so busy that I rarely get to sit down for interviews like this. Thank you to your very professional team! You are all doing a great job! May you continue to empower and inspire more. ❤️❤️❤️

"Kahit wag mo na ako bayaran." -Ms. Loren Legarda She taught us that if you love your work, it is no longer a work but a passion.

The "NANAY" she mentioned mostly in this interview was actually her Ilocana yaya. The way she described her relationship and how grateful she is to her Nanay is really heartwarming. All this time, I thought her "nanay" is her lola. Nowadays, it's rare to see this kind of relationship. A grateful Ms. Loren and a loving, devoted nanay. You're such an inspiration, Ms. Loren. 🤍 Thanks again for another lovely content, Ms. Toni!❤️

I am who I am because of that “Ilocana”. To me, this is an inspiring statement. Someone told me once, “ ILOCANA LANG YAN.” I was belittled because I am an Ilocana. Ang Hindi nila alam, Ilocanas truly portrays the very essence of a woman - resilient and powerful! Loren Legarda is not just beautiful. She’s intelligent and most of all, she has a grateful heart. When you are grateful, you will always look on the beautiful side of life... and to me, that’s HAPPINESS. Thank you for this interview Toni. ❤️

You know why Loren is always excited in telling her stories? Because she has a grateful heart which equates to increased happiness. ❤️ You can really see on her smiles and facial expressions. When passion and potential combines, that’s the time you can do so many amazing things. I am glad I have finished this 33-minute video. Inspiring, uplifting and an eye-opening story.

So technically "The Original and First Filipino Vlogger." They way she tells her story is so fascinating and never boring you can listen all day and not even yawned once. You can hear in her voice the sincerity and joy as she tells her accomplishments. Thank you Toni for featuring Ms. Loren Legarda

This is one of the best interviews done by Toni. I was born in the '80s and was one of those kids who admired and dreamt of becoming a journalist like Loren Legarda. I enjoyed listening to her stories, her journey from a model to a journalist to a public servant, that I didn't want this video to end. For a 33-minute interview, I felt like it was still short. Hahaha. That's how I enjoyed this talk.

This is the first time I heard from you, Miss Loren, about these ‘personal’ things in your life! You amaze me! I pray that God will continue to use you. You are an inspiration! And kudos to Toni for such a great ‘talker’! 👏👏👏👏👍

I finished this Toni Talks with a smilin' face. These women are full of wisdom. Two empowered women of different generations.

I am not the type of person who would leave comments in public pages or vlogs like this to appreciate people. But as an Antiqueno who was able to work with and personally know Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda, I am aware how she has made an impact in the country not only as a journalist, but as a public servant. I admire how she chose to become an environmental advocate even before this became popular in the country, and despite lack of massive public support for this advocacy (obviously because environment cannot speak). More than this, her significant contribution to our province made me admire her more. She is a leader and friend who would always find a way to provide a solution to a problem true to what she said in the interview. Not everyone may know about this, but she simply makes things happen. The Vilvar Bridge in San Remigio, Antique which she funded and now being constructed, is a huge example. I remember how our teachers would take the pictures of us young pitiful grade school pupils near the river in the 90s. They sent these pictures to the then Presidents and various leaders of the country, hoping that they would notice us and take action to have the bridge and dike constructed, as the floods during rainy season claimed many lives and continued and still continue to pose dangers to residents in the old town. Poor students would still risk taking bancas to cross overflowing and muddy river. Unfortunately, none took the cudgel for us. What happened to my family -- losing my mother and older brother during Typhoon Frank already served as a wake-up call, and I am grateful that former Senator Loren Legarda (when she was given the power to do it) was the first one to answer the call without any hesitation. This perennial problem in my hometown will soon end because of the bridge that she funded. Actually, she did more. Who would not love and admire her?

Watching this made me reflect my past decisions like, what if I gathered much courage and confidence and followed my passion? You're such an inspiration, Ms. Loren.

In this interview you will learn how to be an optimistic, determine and perseverance... Even there is hindrances to do the thing that you like as long as you enjoying and love what you do. You will do it no matter how hard it is. I was inspired by this. Thank you ms. Loren Legarda for giving us inspiration. Na hindi lahat ng bagay kapag impossible ay hindi mo dapat gawin bagkus kung ito talaga ay gusto, gagawin mo 🥰

Way back 2008, i had the chance to meet Ma'am Loren and ang masasabi ko lang walang masamang tinapay sa kanya, it means she's really a good person, giving advice to a child kung paano mo haharapin yung future mo. I really can't forget that. God bless you Ma'am Loren, i hope see you soon again. Thank you Ate Tine for this. God bless you too and stay safe.

Gusto ko yong personality at talino ni Ms. Loren. So witty! Maganda pa rin siya until now.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

I didn't know why all of a sudden this was recommended by youtube, but I'm glad I watched it. Women are really capable of doing their heart's desires.

The only woman in broadcasting and politics that I looked up to since I was a kid 👏none other than the Brilliant Ms.Loren Legarda❤🥰 So refreshing to see her and hear her stories🙂 It's good to know that we have the same vision when it comes to children💖

"The more I know, the more that I don't know." Oh wow! That's so deep and meaningful! I honestly didn't know a lot about her until I saw this video. She's such an icon. So inspiring.

The way her eyes light up when she talks about the things she has accomplished, that’s exactly how I dream my future self to be ✨🙏🏼✨

That was a very interesting interview with Miss Loren Legarda. She's definitely a very intelligent woman with tons of extraordinary knowledge. You did great, Toni Gonzaga.

What an insightful interview. Up close and personal. There’s something about Toni that makes her guest feel like they’re talking with a friend. They dance like no one’s watching. Sing like no one’s listening. Simply wonderful.

Ma’am Loren Legarda a “Story-Teller” sarap pakinggan...kudos Ms. Toni🥰😘

I am 4 year scholar student of congresswoman loren legarda and Im taking up Bachelor of science in environmental science. Cong.loren also inspires me to became an environmentalist and as a Pandananon I am so proud and overwhelmed that cong loren support us by having so many programs given to our municipality Pandan Antique and also to the Antique Province. Thank you cong loren! ❤️ #ProudPandananon #ProudScholar

I salute this woman. Now I know why my father admire her. Growing up I remember my father always tells me that he has so much respect for this woman. I couldn’t agree more. Ms. Loren is an incredible woman. #respect

I've watched this video 5x already. It was so inspiring and uplifting to the mind and soul. Thank you Ms Toni and Hon. Legarda.

The calmness in her voice, the joyful tone as she tell those stories, the deep wisdom and intelligence when she talk, everything screams positivity. I’m proud I voted for her before.

It's amazing that her journalistic spirit has not wavered through the years. Her speaking voice is soo soothing ever since. You were always my favorite TV journalist Ms. Loren Legarda. God bless you always. 🙏

She was the reason why I wanted to be a journalist before. Though my dreams didn’t happen, I’m still thankful where I was led. I am a nurse now and I guess this is my purpose. One of the greatest Filipina’s for me. Ms Loren Legarda. ♥️

After listening to this I realized that you should never judge a person thru her or his physical appearance and actions only but listen what’s inside their hearts, the sadness and happiness and the real person they are. Very inspiring and motivational.

This is one of the best interviews Toni Gonzaga have in her shows. Loren Legarda truly is a living legend. Bata palang ako Loren Legarda na. ❤️❤️❤️

The glow in her eyes while sharing her experiences as a journalist. Kitang kita yung passion nya towards it.

The best part of this interview is whenever Ms. Loren looks up and starts to reminisce. I can see her eyes glittering. You can just tell that she's led, and continue to live, a purposeful life.

I love how Ms Loren spoke fluently both in English and Tagalog. In fact, she spoke more in Tagalog which i find nowadays very rare when politicians/celebs are being interviewed. It shows her appreciation of our language, our culture in general. She is a great woman. 😊

“The more i know, the more I don’t know” -Loren Legarda

Ma'am Loren legarda helped antique by giving livelihood project in indigent people like the 4ps beneficiaries. Giving them dole or cash for work especially the displaced workers. For the unemployed teachers she gave them work like government internship program. Promoting our tourism and local products. Thank you ma'am Loren Legarda for helping Antique. Proud taga- Antique here🥰🥰

I checked Loren's interview after I saw the online letter made by her son. Feel sad about such an issue but thank you Loren for all your hard work and talent. You will still be my senator. under BbmSaraUniteam. Happy Mother's day to you and to Toni

I really like how Loren portray herself and how she passionately and dedicatedly do things which can inspire so much people😍 you're differently amazing❤️

"Don't take unnecessary risk that might take you away from your children" Loren said, just like Ces Drilon said.

“Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.” ❤️ Grit, perseverance, and love for service. Indeed, life is much better when we love what we do and do what we love--more so when we see things with a grateful heart. Thank you, Cong. Loren, for sharing your story and for inspiring many of us!

Toni Gonzaga is like a young Loren Legarda when it comes to passion about being a journalist and host! Both also are very smart and confident 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

I love this interview. Like what she said "The more I know, the more I don't know". I never heard Loren's story, what she had gone through and what she contributed to our country until i watched this. Thank you Toni. Kudos

Probably the best interview I've watched to date, everything is full of life lessons. A woman of wisdom with utmost passion, Ma'am Loren is an inspiration to all. We see another side of her, that is more admirable and exudes excellence. Ma'am Loren is one of a kind and that is the leader we all need.

“Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.” ~Loren Legarda Such an inspiring conversation! Life is what we make it. Absolutely.

This is one of the best interviews I've watched.. So inspiring story. Thanks Ms. Toni for interviewing Ms Loren.

I am a new fan now Miss Toni...I love the way you interview, so full of heart and brings out the true character of your guest...And to Miss Loren Legarda, you are an inspiration.

The reason why this interview has become so inspiring is because of the joy that is in Cong. Legarda's eyes. After all these years, you would know that her dream is still sparking inspiration into her soul and she is still in love with it. It still excites, challenges and motivates her to move forward. It is so refreshing to see that. To see someone live every day of their lives craving and aiming for her dreams. It is refreshing to see that joyful and lively glint in her eyes. Something I wish we can all have :).. Will continue to watch this on my my worst days whenever I feel unmotivated, down and uninspired. Thank you po ate Tony! ☺️ I hope to see you talk the same way about your dreams years from now, I bet I would see the se glint in your eyes and the same glee in your voice! 😍

Senator Loren Legarda proves to us that she's one of a kind female newscaster .

The way Ms. Loren Legarda shared her stories was so passionate. It's very obvious how dedicated she was even at a young age!! So inspiring!

Sino po yung pumunta dito after watching alex Gonzaga pranks to her. I loved how she managed alex kalokohan. So respectful and professional

"To leave this place in a better state than when I found it." Ang ganda, ang simple pero tagos. This is why it's so much better to choose to be kind and do the righteous things rather than do things just bcoz most people do it. Kahit na alam mong mali namn talaga.

You'll never know it has been more than 33 minutes until it's finished. No dull moment, leaving us speechless and intently listening as how Ms. Loren tell us her story of being a journalist, a senator, a mom, a daughter and how grateful she is even in the simplest things. Really amazed listening to this interview. 😍❤

Truthfully, I idolized Senator Loren Legarda even more. She's simply one among the best! And Toni, thank you for this remarkable interview and we learned more about those wonderful deeds of my Idol! You're both one of a kind! God bless and more power!

I have always loved Loren Legarda. I grew up watching her news program and great documentaries....thank you Toni for having this interview with Miss Loren...

Never has Antique bloomed as it is blooming now. Even in the midst of the pandemic, infrastructure projects are everywhere, roads have been paved, tourism sites have opened, environment is well taken cared of, local industries are well supported and promoted. Salamat, our beloved DSL Loren Legarda. ❤️ May Alicante

Her wisdom and accomplishments are just so moving and inspiring.

You are such an inspiring person Ma’am Loren. Thank You for all the things you’ve done for the Philippines ♥️♥️♥️

She is the kind of woman we ladies should admire, look up to and serve as our inspiration! Such a tough and accomplished woman.. This is one of my favorite interview of TONI

I don’t know why, but there were so many parts here that I literally cried… I cried because I felt so inspired! Thank you Ms. Toni and Ma’am Loren Legarda! 💛

"Hold fast to dreams for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly". Very inspiring. God bless po Ms. Loren Legarda. I'm hoping to see you in person. Ilonggo loves you.

It's not my first time to watch Loren, been watching her on NCAA Dayaw and this 30 min talk even ignite more my support with her. I like her very much. Iilan lamang ang katulad niyang dapat tularan. ❤

The story of Ms.Loren Legarda is very inspiring. Thanks Toni for this wonderful interview.

I literally got goosebumps while she mentioned the people she interviewed.

"To leave this place in a better state than when I found it.." ❤️❤️❤️ -loren legarda. She's one of the most brilliant, trustworthy politician & journalist we all look up to.. Her contribution in our country, significant social issues that she solved thru her wit in writing laws and to all the humans whom she saved & touched lives was really remarkable! Thank you our Senator Loren! Your simplicity, your wisdom, your love for our country and your courage will be your legacy from one generation to next that we will all remember forever.. 🙏 #tonitalks #thebest #veryinspiring

I love this interview with Sen.Loren so inspiring specially with this pandemic. I am a 55years old woman, lost my job, living alone and having my faith in God to surpass this pandemic alive. Thank you Tony. It is not imposible that you could be like Sen. Loren someday. A classic woman.

Wow!I love her!💗the sincerity,the courage,the passion,the generosity,a real woman with a soft & humble heart...

"To leave this place, in a better state than when I found it" She is a Woman full of substance!!! Thank you DS Loren Legarda for all the Good deeds and contributions you have done for our country :)

The courage🥺 and the way she says "nanay" also how she sounds so in love to all her works and her job😩❤️

Honestly, it didn’t feel like 33 minutes at all. So inspiring…

I didn't even realize this was more than hlaf an hour vid. What an eyeopener of how much a legend Ms. Loren Legarda actually is. Her passion and her great fullness from biggest to smallest things extends to everyone listening and watching her. What an interview Toni! Inspiring and uplifting as always. Thank you so much for this very wondeful piece.

Toni talks never failed to feature nice inside story of her guest. And always amazed me how nice she was asking questions. Really a lot of insights I've learned in this channel.

What an enlightening interview. I never appreciated her before, but now I can’t help but compare her to our present legislators. What a treasure she is to us Filipinos.

For me, This is the best interview of Toni made. Full of subtance, full of heart, compassion, and gratefulness. All the factors of a human being should possess. Thank you for your life Ms. Loren na mas ipinakilala mo sarili mo samin. As was born in the 90's, All I know about you is being a brilliant senator but it is just 10% of your personality and you are so much more than that. You still have so much to offer pa. So stay healthy, keep dreaming and bring it to life. God gave the world a life that needs it❤️ Thank you Toni for your platform❤️ You are so great. I am an avid fan of yours as an multimedia actress and an avid viewer of your chanel. Thank you for your life. Thank you for your wisdom. ❤️

Grabe ang ganda ng pagtanda nya, crush na crush ko talaga si Sen. Loren… I don’t know why her smile, her eyes, grabe ❤️❤️❤️

DS Loren is heaven sent to Antique. Antiqueños enjoy the comfort and ease of transportation thru various infrastructure projects such as farm to market roads and bridges connecting far away barangays to nearby towns. She possesses a motherly care as she initiates livelihood projects for the poorest of the poor and especially at this time of pandemic, she helped provide for the livelihood of affected Antiqueños thru the DOLE Tupad. She brought Antique to the map thru supporting our very own local products such as the patadyong and banig and introducing local delicacies of Antique. Also, one of her biggest accomplishments is the establishment of Barangay Health Center as this is a vital concern of each and everyone. Truly, palangga gid ni Inday Loren ang Antique.

"The more I know, the more I don't know." True mark of wisdom, humility and an unquenchable thirst to keep learning and finding solutions. No wonder she remains an impactful leader after decades of service. Wish there were more like her in government.

It's my first time to hear someone talk about their career with pure joy and happiness and the vibe is just so contagious! Kudos po sa inyo, Ma'am Loren! This is such an inspiration to the young people who are still stuck in choosing between their passion and practicality. 🧡

A true woman of substance! Ms Loren you are truly amazing, GOD bless you, I can watch this episode again and again, full of life lesson and teachings.

Deputy Speaker is a WOMAN OF CHANGE. She is my idol because of her love,perseverance,commitment and un stoppable support to our province, sya ang leader na hindi ka bibiguin at pababayaan sa lahat ng oras...mahal na mahal ka namin DSL.we wish u goodhealth and long life para marami pa ang iyong matutulungan..Godbless you. From: UGKASIBAD YOUTH COORDINATOR

I don't know the reason why my tears come out unexpectedly from the moment she told her stories with her nanay till the end of the interview. Ngayon ko lang nakilala nang lubusan c ma'am Loren legarda. I'm looking forward that she will continue her missions for the Filipinos to make the Philippines a better country.

When I was a child I always tell to my father to vote for Loren and my father never failed me. Loren Legarda is a true legend😊❤

One of d most remarkable interview of Toni G. Thank U 🙏 for interviewing d legendary Sen. Loren Legarda, loving Mother; passionate Journalist; one of d very few decent politician whose genuine concern s to really help d less fortunate children n women👍👍👍 Sen. Legarda more than anything else, I love how U express deep gratitude for all d simple things around us d gift of “nature” from our Heavenly Father in Heaven🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇💖💖💖

Kudos Team ToniTalks for bringing out the best stories every Sunday. Isa sa pinakamagaling at hinahangaan kong senador ng ating bansa. Padayon madame Loren Legarda! Saludo ako sayo. 👍🏻

“To leave this place, in a better state than when I found it.” 🤍 Wow. Just wow. Finishing this 30 plus minutes video smiling. Never a dull moment with all your episodes Ms. Toni. Because I know they’re all very worthy to watch. Thank you for showing us life and stories of different inspiring people. 🤎

Mas bumata sya not only in the way she looks but the way she sees life! More than an impromptu speaking u can imagine that is so full of significant lessons! Love this!!

Incredible talk. It’s great to know Ms Loren in this way, Such a beautiful heart and soul. Great Job Toni. And salute to you and Loren. It’s wonderful to have you back again in the senate!I am proud to have voted for you. ❤️

I never thought I'd enjoy listening to Ms. Loren. Thank you, Toni for bringing the best sa lahat ng guests mo.

After more than 2 decades of goverance here in our province...it was her who did the 360 beautiful turn on the face of our province....Kudos DSP Congresswoman Loren Legarda

Love this inspiring interview from Sen. Loren Legarda. I'm looking forward to seeing you again in the national politics as you contributed so much to our country. She is very intelligent and charismatic persona. ❤️

there's so much happening in the world, we need this kind of mindset that Ms. Loren Legarda has.

" Hold fast to dreams for if dreams die,Life is a broken winged bird that cannot fly...." Indeed! so inspiring!

This interview is a “breath of fresh air” ❤️

I’m so grateful for Toni to be able to do these interviews like this one. So interested, so inspiring.

Naiiyak ako habang naka-smile kasi nafi-feel ko yung stories ni Ms. Loren Legarda. Super motivated sya. Those smiles from her face tapos yung eyes nya says a lot of joyful memories back in the days. ❤️

Loren Legarda: an empowered woman of substance and character . Thanks Toni for the brilliance and wisdom to do this interview. It's truly inspiring!

This is really a great priviliedge for having the chance to watch Senator Loren who is currently our Congresswoman here in Antique. We get to know her well because of you Toni. We rarely see politicians being interviewed deeply with their detailed past and personal lives. Thank you Toni for featuring our beloved Congresswoman Legarda. We loved and respect her more because of this.

Ms. Loren Legarda The Great, No Less! Bold, Articulate, Elegant, Broad, Simply The Best And More!

Hello Congresswoman Loren Legarda from Antique po😇❣️ You are so powerful and compassionate on what you are doing🤗such an inspiration po kayo sa aming mga estudyante lalo na dito sa Antique.sa po ako dati sa ILM-Youth Anini-y Chapter ninyo po na naghahatid ng mga food packs para ipahatid Ang inyong tulong at pagmamahal sa mga tao. Salamat po sa lahat ng mensaheng makakapukaw sa aming mga estudyante na mas lalong mag-aral ng mabuti at magsumikap ma'am 😇.at isa po pala ako nabiyayaan niyo po ng tulong tulad ng scholar saming mga estudyante. Thank you for the words of positivity ma'am 😊 you're such an inspiration to everyone❣️God bless po at ingat po kayo lagi😇 stay healthy and beautiful our Deputy Speaker Loren Legarda.

Toni, I love the way you ask your questions with wit and class. It is not malicious nor intriguing that would intimidate your guest. May God bless Toni Talks always. ❤

I really admire you our honorable congresswoman Loren Legarda for your sincere love for all Antiqueños..not only in words but in deeds..lots of big change in Antique since you become our congresswoman...you give attention to the poor and needy...despite of pandemic Antique continue to rise ...i'm proud to be Antiqueña too because we have a smart, loving,sincere and dedicated leader like you...God bless you always...❤️

Again, I am saying this. Sen. Loren Legarda really looked like Ms. Lea Salonga on her younger years, so beautiful. They're both beauty, brains and talent.

So happy to have watched this conversation of a journalist turned to being a government official in years of service to peoples in places that even brought her to foreign lands then had brought her back to native HOMELAND OF BIRTH. Having a CARRER as a journalist & a politician have made you the person of WHO & WHAT YOU ARE NOW & as of TODAY having watched YOU somewhat carried me away with your inspiringly beautiful & wonderful STORY.It’s no wonder there’s something in YOU that made me asked myself WHY you succeeded in attaining those passions to achieve in the thought having that strength of WILL determined with that vision to accomplish in mind & heart ,uplifting the spirits of your soul have embody to know & see YOU Being the human person to admire in all your achievements,Senator LOREN & there’s tears of JOY to have shared a tell tale to have shared & felt PROUD about YOU.✌️🙏bebluilar