Fresh from the success of its star-studded premier night for Only We Know alongside Charo Santos-Concio, Dingdong Dantes talks about the most fulfilling role he's ever had.
As Father's Day approaches, the Kapuso Primetime King shared what he loves most about being a dad to his children, Zia and Sixto.
"I like playing with kids," he shared, revealing his love for children in an exclusive interview with GMANetwork.com.
Revealing his favorite bonding moments with Zia and Sixto, he shared that he loves spending time with his kids, especially when they are eating together.
He added, showing his love language of acts of service, "I love driving for them."
When Dingdong has the luxury of time, one bonding moment he cherishes most is sleeping next to Zia and Sixto.
More than anything, he dreams of witnessing every milestone in their children's lives, together with his wife, Marian Rivera, by his side.
"I love growing up with them," the Kapuso actor added.
Meanwhile, take a look at how Dingdong and Marian's love has borne fruit into one beautiful family, in this gallery:
Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes met on the set of 'MariMar,' and what followed their chemistry on TV was real-life romance.
Marian and Dingdong exchanged “I do's” on December 30, 2014.
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Soon after, they expected their firstborn, marking their journey into parenthood.
Maria Letizia Dantes or Baby Zia was born in 2015, and she was an angel to behold!
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Baby Zia became the constant buddy of Dingdong and Marian in their adventures.
Marian finally has her mini-me.
Dingdong is determined to be the best man in his daughter's life.
Despite their new roles as parents, Dingdong and Marian remained sweet and connected.
Dingdong and Marian made their family their top priority but they were still very well accomplished in their careers.
Zia's character is proof of how the Dantes couple was so good at rearing a child.
Early in 2019, their family received another blessing.
They welcomed Jose Sixto Dantes IV, or Baby Ziggy in April 2019.
Baby Ziggy's arrival brought a new sense of parenthood and fulfillment to Dingdong and Marian.
Zia couldn't hide her excitement and affection as she took on the role of a big sister.
Dingdong, Marian, Zia, and Baby Ziggy make one beautiful family.
Ziggy will surely be a heartthrob like his dad Dingdong.
The Dantes kids will undoubtedly display their charming and kulit side, just like their mom Marian's, in no time.
Baby Ziggy is such an adorable addition to the already endearing Team Dantes.
He is Dingdong's mini-me.
Marian cherishes all the moments she shares with her son.
Marian, Dingdong, Zia, and Ziggy make one of the most beautiful and inspiring families in showbiz!
Zia and Ziggy continue to develop a strong siblinghood bond.
Zia Dantes will turn into a beautiful, young lady with so much personality in no time!
Marian and Dingdong take pride in witnessing little Ziggy's development and milestones.
Marian and Dingdong stay true in their commitment as doting, hands-on parents to Zia and Ziggy.
Marian and Dingdong make sure to find time to make their love aflame amid keeping a growing yet blissful household. They very know well that they can still go on dates.
Team Dantes is #FamilyGoals!
The Kapuso Primetime King and Queen definitely know how to keep the romance alive by spending quality time with each other.
Team Dantes enjoys each other's company through special moments like this.
Marian Rivera and her youngest child, Ziggy Dantes share almost the same facial features from their beautiful eyes to contagious smiles.
There's no denying that Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes's children are absolutely beautiful and charming!
During Marian Rivera's 37th birthday, she is grateful to God for the gift of family.
Indeed, Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes are one of the power couples in the showbiz industry.
Marian and Ziggy are always having a good time giggling and cuddling each other.
Marian and Zia embark on a new activity that made their bond stronger and happier, pottery!
Look at how happy Ziggy and Zia are playing with each other while in the arms of their mom.
Zia proves she's a caring big sister to Ziggy as they share a sweet embrace during a beach trip.
Zia has a knack for art and expressing how much she loves her mom Marian.
Growing up before our eyes, Zia turns into a graceful little girl.
Ziggy gives his mom a warm embrace during the Kapuso Primetime Queen's birthday.
Team Dantes is the perfect family full of grace, poise, spontaneity, and always fueled for adventure!
Marian and the kids prepared a surprise for Dingdong when he came back home from a GMA Pinoy TV concert in the U.S. in September 2022.
In November 2022, Team Dantes moved into their new home which was over two years in the making.
Zia is always the first one to jump in the pool and the last to get out, according to Dingdong.
Team Dantes in 2022
Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes marked their 10th year of marriage by renewing their vows.
Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes's vow renewal was intimate, with their kids in attendance.
In 2024, the Dantes Squad went to Australia for a family trip.
Marian Rivera and Dingdong Dantes at Ate Zia's first holy communion.
Dingdong Dantes celebrated his 44th birthday with Marian Rivera and their kids.
Dingdong Dantes and Sixto bonded at the pool of their new home.
The Dantes Squad marked Christmas 2024 with a beautiful family photo.