Sunshine Cruz has sweet birthday message for her daughter Chesca

Actress Sunshine Cruz expressed her utmost love and support for her youngest daughter, Chesca, through a heartfelt birthday message on social media.

Based on the celebrity mom's latest post, her third child has turned 16 years old today (December 1).

Along with a series of photos of their mother and daughter moments, Sunshine penned, “Happy 16th birthday (Dec. 1) to my bunso, Chesca! You are smart, talented, and a beautiful young lady. I've always believed you will make good choices in life. I am here for you always!”

“I will guide you, protect, and support you in every possible way. I love you, Chesca. Let's celebrate your 16th when mom gets back home from my lock-in taping,” she added.

The birthday celebrator replied in the comments section, “Thank you mommy! I love and miss you!”

Photo courtesy: sunshinecruz718 (IG)

Sunshine's boyfriend, Macky Mathay, also marked the special occasion with a thoughtful birthday message for Chesca via his Instagram stories.

Photo courtesy: mackymathay (IG)

He wrote, “Happy happy birthday Cheskie! Never did I think before that I will gain 3 more angels in my life. You are a blessing to me! Wishing you always the best, genuine happiness, and the purest of love. Just keep Him in the center. Love you!”

Meanwhile, catch Sunshine's role as Ms. Deborah on Stories From The Heart: Love On Air every Monday to Friday, 3:25 p.m. on GMA Afternoon Prime.

Meanwhile, check out cousins Sunshine, Geneva, and Sheryl Cruz's stunning looks in this gallery: