Ricardo Cepeda, a veteran Filipino actor, recently opened up about his experience spending 11 months in jail due to a syndicated estafa case. He was arrested in 2023 over allegations of involvement in an investment scheme. Despite the hardship, Cepeda found strength through his faith and the unwavering support of his family, especially from his partner, Marina Benipayo. After being released in September 2024, Cepeda is now focused on resuming his career, particularly his role as Mr. Wu, a drug lord, in the hit TV series *Batang Quiapo*, where he has been promised a return by Coco Martin, the show's lead star. He also hopes to raise awareness about flaws in the justice system, as many inmates face delays and limited access to hearings.