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Manilyn Reynes shows tender moments with late dad

By Aedrianne Acar

It is heartbreaking see Pepito Manaloto actress Manilyn Reynes in a sad state after the passing of her beloved father, Nelson Clarin Reynes, who died at the age of 74 on January 29, 2021.

The actress-singer has been posting some of throwback photos with her dad on social media.

In one of her posts, Manilyn took a trip down memory lane by sharing her photo with Daddy Nelson when she was just a little girl.

On its captions, she said that she knows that her father wants her to be strong during this difficult period.

“It's been a week now...

“Usahay okay ko, usahay dili.

“But I know you've always wanted me to be tough and strong.

“And so tough and strong I must be.

“I love you, Dy.:

The Lost Recipe actress also posted another photo showing her and Mr. Reynes dancing together.

Fellow celebrities offered their heartfelt condolences to Manilyn and her family.

One of them was Megastar Sharon Cuneta who advised Manilyn to be strong, “Oh dear...Now ko lang nalaman Friend ko...be strong...remember pinalaki ka nyang malakas at mabuting tao...I Will pray For strength For you and your family...kahit di tayo nagkikita di kita ever malilimot...mahal kita Mane. God is with you.”

Primera kontrabida Gladys Reyes, singer-songwriter Ogie Alcasid, and Manilyn's former onscreen partner, Janno Gibbs, also offered their prayers and support to the bereaved family of Manilyn.

Support during this sad time

Last week, Manilyn expressed her utmost gratitude to her family, friends, and even their neighbors for showering them with love amidst their loss.

Writing in Bisaya, the Kapuso actress said, “Sa tanan nga ni-tan-aw niya sa katapusang higayon, nga ni-bilar, ni-adto sa simbahan ug sa lubung, sa mga nagpa-misa para kaniya, sa mga amigo namu nga pari, mga pag-umangkon, paryente, amigo, amiga nga ni-apil sa choir, sa mga nitabang sa ilahang mga kaugalingung pamaagi para pag-pahimutang sa tanan, mga igsoon, apuhan, uyu-an, iya-an, ig-agaw, pag-umangkon, mga silingan namu sa una, ug tanan nga paryente sa side nilang Daddy ug Mama, daghan gyud kaayong salamat ninyong tanan. "

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