Ruby Ruiz took to social media to celebrate receiving the Annual Achievement Award from the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) during the closing ceremony of Philippine Film Industry Month 2026 on September 30.
"Moments of inspiration & joy to live by in this lifetime... Grateful for this recognition awarded for the many years of hard work & persistence," she wrote on her Instagram page.
The actress also expressed her gratitude to FDCP Chairman and director Jose Javier Reyes for the recognition.
"Direk @direkjoey, I will always remember that it was during your term that I had this recognition, forever grateful," she said.
Ruby also thanked the team behind First Light, the Filipino-Australian feature film directed by James J. Robinson, which was selected as Australia's official entry for Best International Feature Film at the 99th Academy Awards in 2027.
"Super grateful for FIRST LIGHT, the Australian- Filipino film by James Robinson that brought me to places, to international festivals i would never imagine attending to represent the Philippines," she stated.
Friends and fans online were quick to extend their congratulatory messages to Ruby.
"Lovely Ruby! ❤️ more power," Eugene Domingo wrote.
"Yay! So happy for you Sis @rubyruizzz 🤍🤍🤍," Susan Africa commented.
Ahead of the awarding ceremony, the FDCP paid tribute to Ruby in a social media post on September 29, highlighting her remarkable career and contributions to Philippine cinema.
"A celebrated thespian with an ever-evolving craft. Ruby Ruiz has built quite a remarkable career across stage and screen, bringing depth and humanity to every role. A two-time Gawad Urian and one-time FAMAS nominee, she has continued to leave a lasting mark on the industry," the film organization posted.
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"Her performance in Iska (2019), earned her the Cinemalaya Best Actress Award and international recognition. At the PFIM 2026 Closing Ceremony, the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) proudly confers the Annual Achievement Award on Ruby Ruiz in recognition of her enduring contributions to Philippine Cinema and her unforgettable performances on screen," FDCP added.