Once one of the most iconic and alluring faces in Philippine cinema, Elizabeth Oropesa has taken a dramatically different path since stepping away from the limelight. Known for her award-winning performances, bold roles, and decades-long career in film and television, the former actress is now embracing a quieter, more spiritual life—far removed from the red carpets and cameras. Today, Elizabeth Oropesa is living as a traditional healer, or albularyo, and she says she’s never been more fulfilled.

After leaving mainstream showbiz several years ago, Elizabeth didn’t just fade into obscurity. Instead, she underwent a personal transformation that many find surprising yet deeply inspiring. In interviews and recent social media posts, she has spoken openly about her spiritual journey, saying that her calling as a healer was something she had felt since childhood but had long ignored in favor of her acting career.

“Showbiz gave me so much—fame, awards, experiences—but it also exhausted me,” Elizabeth shared in a recent online interview. “When I left, I didn’t just walk away from acting. I walked toward my true self.” According to her, healing people through natural medicine, energy work, and spiritual guidance has become her life’s new passion. “This is not about superstition. This is about connecting with nature, with spirit, and with people on a level deeper than fame can ever reach.”

Living in a more rural and peaceful environment, Elizabeth now dedicates her days to helping those in physical and emotional pain. She uses traditional Filipino healing methods passed down through generations—herbs, hilot (ancient massage), and intuitive diagnosis. Those who have sought her help describe her as gentle yet powerful, and fully committed to the well-being of her clients.

What surprises many is how natural her transition seems. Elizabeth, even during her time in showbiz, was known for her outspokenness, her spiritual curiosity, and her desire to live beyond societal expectations. Her evolution from award-winning actress to respected albularyo might seem dramatic, but for those who know her personally, it’s simply Elizabeth coming full circle.

She also insists that she’s not trying to distance herself from her past. “I am proud of my work in film. I still love the craft. But healing—this is something that feeds the soul in a way applause never could.” Though she has been invited to return to showbiz in various capacities, including guest roles and interviews, Elizabeth remains selective, appearing only when the message aligns with her present path.

Now in her senior years, Elizabeth Oropesa remains radiant, grounded, and strong. Her story has become one of reinvention, proving that a woman can live many lives in one lifetime—and that fulfillment doesn’t end when the spotlight fades. Her fans, both old and new, continue to follow her journey, some even reaching out not as admirers of her movies, but as people seeking healing, comfort, and guidance.

From bold film icon to spiritual mentor, Elizabeth’s transformation is a testament to the power of listening to one’s inner voice. She may have left showbiz, but in a different way, she’s still performing—this time, on a stage where healing is the goal and the audience is anyone in need of peace.