Gerald Anderson earns Search and Rescue Medal for helping family during Typhoon Carina

Julia Barretto expressed pride in her boyfriend Gerald Anderson's heroic actions during Typhoon Carina.

Anderson swam through floodwaters to help a stranded family evacuate in Quezon City, showcasing his compassionate nature and earning him the Search and Rescue Medal from the Philippine Coast Guard.

Barretto highlighted that while she was worried about Anderson's safety, she felt proud of his actions and emphasized his kind-hearted nature.

This incident is not the first time Anderson has participated in rescue efforts; he also helped during Typhoon Ondoy in 2009.

The Philippine Coast Guard lauded Anderson for his humanitarian work, recognizing him as an active partner during disaster response operations.

Anderson and Barretto have been dating for over three years, with the actor indicating that he sees marriage in their future.