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Multi-awarded actor and TV host Dingdong Dantes has added another feather to his cap by joining the Board of Trustees of Mowelfund, or Movie Workers Welfare Foundation, Inc.

On Instagram, Dingdong proudly shared the video of his contract signing with the officers of the said foundation. Present at the oath-taking were veteran TV and movie personalities including Boots Anson-Roa, Gina Alajar, and Rez Cortez.

Dingdong stated in his post that he had been interested in Mowelfund since he was a child, without realizing that he would become a member of the organization.

“In our quaint neighborhood of Cubao, right next to my sisters' school, stands the Mowelfund institution. I was always intrigued by it as I used to walk my sisters to their classes from the late '80s to the early '90s. My curiosity about this place grew, and little did I know, it would become a significant chapter in my life's story,” he shared.

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The actor also shared that he is honored to be part of Mowelfund, which helps his fellow artists in the industry.

“I had always prayed for a chance where my passion could make a difference, where my deepest enthusiasm could intersect with meaningful purpose.

“As fate would have it, I found myself embracing that dream through Mowelfund--an institution with the primary goal of uplifting, empowering, and advancing the welfare of the men and women in front of and behind the movie and TV industry,” he claimed.

“I received an invitation to be part of their Board of Trustees, and saying yes to this was probably one of the easiest decisions I have had to make,” he added.

Dingdong is motivated to be a better aid to many actors through Mowelfund now that he is on the board.

“I am grateful that I now have the privilege to give back to the industry that has been a significant part of my life, and drawing from the wisdom acquired during my tenure at the Yespinoy Foundation, I lend my expertise to support the dedicated individuals who bring magic to our screens,” he shared.

“Joining forces with my esteemed fellow board members, whom I respect and admire, is exciting. Together, we are bound by a shared mission: to uplift and advance the welfare of the remarkable workers who breathe life into our beloved entertainment world,” he continued.

At the end of his post, the actor also related a quote from Frederick Buechner that says,”'The place God calls you to is where your deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet.'”

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Meanwhile, Dingdong is currently working on a film with his wife Marian Rivera called Rewind, which is one of the entries for the 2023 Metro Manila Film Festival in December.

Aside from the new film, Dingdong is back to being a game master with Family Feud, alongside hosting The Voice Generations.

Dingdong and Marian married in 2014. They have two children: a daughter named Zia and a son named Sixto.