By For Carla Guevara Laforteza, motherhood has always been defined by one principle: raise children who can stand on their own. Long before her daughter Sophia Laforteza stepped onto the global stage, Carla had already built a home grounded in independence and quiet support.
Carla grew up watching ballets at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. At 16, she made the decision to join Repertory Philippines. From ensemble roles in children’s theater to major productions, her dedication eventually brought her to London, where she performed in “Miss Saigon,” first as a bar girl and then later as Kim and as Gigi.
