‘Age is just a number’: Arlene Muhlach obtains a degree at 55

(Metro Manila, Philippines) - Arlene Muhlach took to Instagram on Monday to share her milestone: she has officially graduated from college.

Muhlach said she earned a degree in Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the Philippine Women’s University (PWU) through the government’s Expanded Tertiary Education Equivalency and Accreditation Program.

In her post, Muhlach reflected on her journey, revealing that she had paused her college studies to focus on work, and over time her priorities shifted to raising a family.

“Proving that it is never too late to fulfill a longstanding goal, I now have a degree,” she shared, expressing deep gratitude to her professors, classmates, and family for their unwavering support throughout her academic journey.

She summed up her experience with the inspiring words, “Age is just a number, determination and passion are what truly matter.”

Muhlach appeared in a number of movies and TV shows, including "Shake Rattle and Roll Fourteen: The Invasion," "Walang Hanggan," and "Kaya Kong Abutin ang Langit." She is the sister of actor Aga Muhlach.