Ciara Sotto is grateful to uncles Vic, Maru, and Val

Celebrity mom Ciara Sotto continues with her series of appreciation posts on Instagram dedicated to the most important people in her life as she marks her 40th birthday next month.

Using the #RoadTo40, the youngest daughter of Senate President Tito Sotto and Helen Gamboa penned a heartfelt post this time for the siblings of his father namely Vic, Maru, and Val Sotto.

Ciara looked back growing up with her uncles and described them as serious individuals with a funny side.

She shared, “Grateful my Titos- Val, Maru, & Vic! They are all just like dad-- they are serious but funny at the same time. I enjoyed growing up with them!

“Their hearts grew softer and bigger as our family started to grow, even until now that they have grandchildren from almost all of us cousins.”

The former T.G.I.S. star also learned from them the meaning of “brotherhood.”

She said, “They continue to show us what their brotherhood is all about-- acceptance. They never judge our decisions or choices in life.

“They always make it a point to attend our birthday parties, even our kids' celebrations. I appreciate that a lot about them. I love them so much and will always be thankful to have them in my life.”

Previously, Ciara also paid tribute to the siblings of her mom veteran TV/movie star Helen Gamboa.

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