Being a global fashion icon is no walk in the park, and while Heart Evangelista makes it look effortless, it takes a village to keep her world turning. No man is an island, after all.
Like any superstar, Heart owes much of her success to the people who work behind the scenes to ensure everything goes off without a hitch. Among them is a familiar face who’s been by her side through thick and thin—her trusted personal assistant, Ate Resty Rosell, who’s been with her since her teens.
Below, we list down 10 things to know about the woman who’s been Heart’s ride-or-die for over 20 years!
Who Is Resty Rosell? Facts About Heart Evangelista's Longtime Assistant
1. She’s an Aquarius.
Resty was born on February 2, making her an Aquarius—loyal, hardworking, and the kind of person who sticks by your side no matter what.
2. Their nickname for each other is "ganda."
Resty is known to Heart’s followers as Ate Resty, but the two have an adorable nickname for each other: Ganda.
3. She has her own designer bag collection.
Heart is famously generous, and Resty is often on the receiving end of her thoughtful gifts. Over the years, she’s amassed quite the collection of designer items, from jewelry to Gucci bags—and just recently, Heart added an Hermès tote to the mix.
4. She’s been with Heart for over 20 years.
Two decades and counting! Resty has been part of Heart’s life for so long that she’s no longer just an assistant—she’s practically family.
5. She’s a jetsetter.
Working with Heart means plenty of travel perks. Resty’s job has taken her to picturesque spots like Paris and Spain, and her Instagram-worthy snaps are proof of her enviable adventures.
6. She loves to shop.
Spending so much time with Heart, it’s no surprise Resty has picked up her love for shopping. In one of her IG posts, she joked, “You can’t see me at the gym because shopping is my cardio.” Relatable much?
7. She’s into bag charms.
Resty has caught Heart’s Labubu charm craze! She’s been spotted with pastel monster keychains dangling from her bags and even owns other POP MART trinkets like the Crybaby doll.
8. She has a cool sneaker collection.
Resty knows how to step up her footwear game. From Converse x Comme des Garçons to Gucci Ace sneakers (which retail for $890, BTW!), her collection is a mix of trendy and luxe.
9. She’s an animal lover.
It’s not just Heart who’s an animal lover—Resty is, too. Whether it’s helping with Heart’s beloved furbabies or just showing her soft side for pets, Resty’s love for animals shines through.
10. She’s Heart’s number one supporter.
Resty is more than just an assistant; she’s Heart’s biggest cheerleader. Whether it’s during fashion week or a big ad shoot, she’s always there to hype Heart up and make sure everything’s on point.
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