Justin Baldoni recently opened up about his Jane the Virgin co-star Gina Rodriguez’s heartfelt comments about him, sharing just how much her support means. Rodriguez, who starred alongside Baldoni on the hit show for five seasons, praised her former co-star while he’s been in the spotlight for his work on the movie adaptation of It Ends With Us.
In an interview with People last September, Gina had nothing but love for Baldoni. “Justin is a sweet, sweet soul. Man, he’s a sweetie pie. That guy is — that’s my brother forever. Forever and ever,” she said. Reflecting on their bond, she added, “He is the person I stay in touch with the most, for sure.” This isn’t the first time Gina has expressed her admiration; earlier in the summer, she shared similar kind words about Justin, underlining their friendship that has stayed strong even after Jane the Virgin wrapped.
Now, Justin has responded, expressing his gratitude for her support during an interview with People. “You know what? That came at a very special time for me and that meant a lot,” Justin said. Gina’s words resonated with him, particularly during this busy and transformative period in his career. He added, “She really showed up for me. That was really sweet… She’s a sweetheart. She’s family forever.”
As for the possibility of collaborating again, Justin didn’t hesitate to say he’d love to work with Gina in the future. “I’d love to work with her. She’s so talented,” he said, hoping they’ll be able to join forces on another project. Baldoni even suggested the ideal scenario: working under Gina’s direction. “I hope it’s a movie that she directs. She’s a fantastic director, so I would love to act in something that she directs.”
The two actors built their friendship over the years spent together on Jane the Virgin, which was both a critical success and a fan favorite. The show, which ended in 2019, continues to hold a special place in fans’ hearts, in large part due to the chemistry and camaraderie of its cast. Baldoni and Rodriguez, in particular, portrayed an on-screen relationship that was complex and evolving, a dynamic that reflected the genuine bond they share in real life.
Baldoni’s recent work on It Ends With Us, a film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, has sparked a lot of interest and headlines. With Rodriguez’s support, he’s moving forward in his career with confidence and optimism.
