Cassandra Ynares, the 17-year-old daughter of Antipolo Mayor Junjun Ynares and Andrea Bautista-Ynares, made her debut at the Brighter Together: ABS-CBN Ball 2025 on Friday, April 4, at Solaire North in Quezon City.
Accompanied by her mother, Andrea, and fashion designer Paul Cabral, this was Cassandra’s first exposure to a high-profile showbiz event.
When asked about a possible career in acting, she shared that she plans to focus on her studies first.
“I want to focus on my studies first. When I graduate, I might,” Cassandra said during an interview at the event.
Her mother, Andrea, expressed support for her daughter’s future aspirations but emphasized the importance of completing her education first.
In addition to her education, Cassandra is dedicated to continuing her family’s legacy of public service. She is an advocate for youth development, particularly in the area of children’s mental health, and is committed to fostering an environment that promotes the emotional and intellectual growth of Antipolo’s youth.
