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LOOK: Paolo Contis & LJ Reyes's son Ethan Akio are #BFFGoals

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Ethan Akio

LJ Reyes is one of the most talented graduates of the Kapuso network's groundbreaking artista-based reality search on TV. In July 2010, she gave birth to a wonderful baby boy Ethan Akio or Aki with her then boyfriend Paulo Avelino.

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Paolo Contis

But the love story of LJ and Paulo Avelino ended in 2013. The Kapuso actress has since moved on from her failed relationship and is now happy with her boyfriend-comedian Paolo Contis. Last June 2018, the Kapuso showbiz couple marked an important milestone, celebrating their 3rd anniversary together.

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Daddy Paolo

Paolo built a close relationship with LJ's son Aki. He is now sort of a father figure to Aki bonding with him every time he has a chance.

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Travels

The showbiz couple makes sure that Aki tags along with them whenever they travel abroad.

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Video call

In Paolo's Instgram post in August 2017, he shared a snapshot of his video call with Aki, wherein he showed the sweet letter he made for him and his Mommy LJ. Paolo posted, “Ilang araw nakong pagod at walang tulog dahil sa trabaho, (thank God!) pero bigla akong nagising at nabuhayan sa tawag niyo mahal @lj_reyes Ang Nakasulat: I love two of you very muuuucchh. I love you mommy and tito pao! (with matching illustration) Ngayon, sobrang gising naman ako! Hindi ako makatulog! i miss you both!!”

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Hug

One big hug for Tito Pao!

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App

Goofing around with Aki while using the Face Swap app

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Moments

Perfect moments with the two of the most important people in Paolo's life.

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Valentine's Day

Paolo Contis planned his Valentine surprise for LJ Reyes with in 2017.

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Food buddy

Don't you agree that Paolo and Aki are awesome food buddies?

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Diet tips

Check out the priceless reaction of Aki after his Tito Pao gave him some diet tips after drinking a mango shake.

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Happy Birthday

Paolo penned a heartfelt birthday message to Aki on his 10 birthday on Instagram. He said, “Happy Birthday sayo Kalbo! Malunod ka sana lagi sa aking pagmamahal.. Lagi akong nandito para sayo alam mo yan! Haharang ako ng bala para sayo... pero wag lang sana ipis! Ikaw na bahala sakin dun ha!”

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Hospital

Paolo's happy pill

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Comfort

Aki felt very safe in his Tito Paolo's arms as the actor comforted the kid when he had dental anesthesia.

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 Siargao

Paolo is Aki's personal lifeguard.

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Cute

Such a cute moment between Paolo and LJ's son

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Movie date

Going to the movies is just one of Paolo and Aki's favorite bonding activities.

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Antics

It seems Aki has acquired his antics from the Kapuso comedian.

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Sleeping buddies

Aki easily falls asleep when he's beside his Tito Paolo.

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Father figure

Paolo has proven that he's a good father figure to Aki.