Pauleen Luna pens birthday message for stepdaughter Danica Pingris

Pauleen Luna remembered her stepdaughter, Danica Pingris, as she turned 39 on Monday, May 9.

To commemorate her birthday, the Eat Bulaga host penned a touching message to her husband Vic Sotto's firstborn, as seen on her Instagram Stories.

"My love and respect go out to you...Thank you for loving us the way you do. You have always been a blessing to our lives! We are grateful for you Nix.

"Happy happy birthday! Love you @danicaspingris," Pauleen wrote.

In another IG story, Pauleen declared her love for Danica, who is like a sister figure to the former.

Danica is Vic Sotto's daughter with actress Dina Bonnevie. They also share a son, actor Oyo Boy Sotto.

Vic has other children from his past relationships: Vico Sotto with actress Coney Reyes and Paulina Sotto with former actress Angela Luz.

Vic married Pauleen in January 2016 and welcomed their first child, Talitha "Tali" Maria, in November 2017.

Vic's children have maintained a good relationship with his wife, Paueleen, and here are some proof of their inspiring modern family setup: