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Marian Rivera greets Dingdong Dantes on his 41st birthday

By Dianne Mariano

Kapuso Primetime Queen Marian Rivera greeted her husband Dingdong Dantes on his 41st birthday today, August 2.

The Tadhana host penned a short yet sweet birthday greeting for her beloved spouse as he turned a year older.

She wrote, “Happy birthday Dada! We love you..”

The photo showed Dingdong Dantes's simple yet fun-filled celebration as the veteran actor was surrounded by colorful balloons and delicious cakes.


Local celebrities and personalities such as Aiko Melendez, Gabby Concepcion, Jaya, Boobay, Sheena Halili, Neri Naig, Jeric Gonzalez, and Glaiza de Castro sent their birthday wishes and messages to the Kapuso Primetime King.

Photo courtesy: marianrivera (IG)

As of this writing, Marian's short yet sweet birthday message for Dingdong has over 82,000 likes on the photo-sharing platform.

The Endless Love actress also posted their family celebration on her Instagram stories.

She wrote, “Happy birthday Dada! @dongdantes!”

Photo courtesy: marianrivera (IG)

In another post, the veteran actress shared their sweet couple selfie, where she kissed her husband's cheek and wrote, “Love you my life! (heart emoji).”

Photo courtesy: marianrivera (IG)

The mother-in-law of Kapuso actress, Angeline Dantes, and sister-in-law, Vicki Dantes, were also present on this special occasion. Marian wrote, “with mommy @angelinedantes” and “twins @vickidantes.”

Photo courtesy: marianrivera (IG)

Of course, DongYan fans didn't forget to show their love and support for the Endless Love actor. A fan account named @thedongyanatics posted their birthday greeting for Kapuso actor and wrote, “Cheers on your birthday @dongdantes!”

“May God continue to shower you with all the blessings you truly deserve!”

Recently, the renowned actress also shared their sweet couple selfie with the words, “no dull moments,” while the former Descendants of the Sun actor posted their breathtaking throwback photo in Dubai.

In 2014, Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes tied the knot in a grand ceremony at the Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Cubao, Quezon City.

The Kapuso couple welcomed their first-born child, Maria Letizia “Zia” Dantes, in November 2015.

Likewise, Marian gave birth to their second child, Jose Sixto “Ziggy” Dantes IV, in April 2019.

Meanwhile, take a look at how Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes keep the romance alive through quality time in this gallery: