Ipinahayag ni Julia Barretto na opisyal na siyang talent ng Viva Artists Agency simula noong September 30 matapos pumirma ng five-year contract.
“I am now officially being represented by @vivaartistagency. Thank you for the warmest welcome, I am truly looking forward to this new journey. “Thank you to my Star Magic Family especially Tita Cris, Mr. M and Ms. Mariole for all the guidance, protection and support; every step of the way. Thank you for your continous mentorship and supervision. Star Magic is what it is today because of the two of you. Thank you for everything.”
Sa interview ni MJ Felipe, may mga nilinaw na solid pa rin ang relationship niya with ABS-CBN people na naging kaibigan at nakatrabaho niya. Lahat daw parang naging pamilya na niya.
Nakuwento rin niya na kinonsulta niya at humingi siya ng blessing kina Mr. M at Mariole ng Star Magic. Malaking factor daw sa pag-alis niya sa Star Magic ang pagre-retire ni Mariole at pag-alis na rin ni Mr. M sa Star Magic para lumipat sa TV5.
