Our very own Manny Pacquiao had just faced Cuban boxer Yordenis Ugas in their WBA super welterweight match at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on August 22, Sunday (Philippine time).
Just like all of his previous fights, the Filipino people united in supporting our Pambansang Kamao.
Millions of Pinoys and boxing fans all over the world watched as Pacquiao squared off with Olympic bronze medalist Ugas.
Although PacMan failed to reclaim the title from Ugas, all his fans and Filipino supporters declared their undying love and respect for the only eight-division world champion in boxing.
See the messages of support of Filipino celebrities and personalities for our Pambansang Kamao, Manny Pacquiao, in the gallery below.
'Lolong' star Ruru Madrid simply tweeted, “Maraming Salamat @MannyPacquiao.” Continue browsing to see other messages of support for Manny Pacquiao following his fight with Yordenis Ugas.
Aicelle Santos shared a photo of Manny Pacquiao after the fight and captioned it, “A true champ! Mabuhay ka Sen. @mannypacquiao!”
The Queen of All Media Kris Aquino had a long appreciation post for Manny Pacquiao on Instagram. Part of it reads, “Madali at masarap manalo, tonight nakita ko sa gitna ng pait ng pagkatalo kinayang ngumiti, magpakumbaba, humingi ng paumanhin, at magpasalamat ng isang taong kung tutuusin nagawa ang hindi na mapapantayan- mabigyan ang ating bansa ng 8 titles in 8 different weight divisions. Mabuhay ka @mannypacquiao
Kapuso anchor and TV host Connie Sison said in her IG post, “You will always be our Champ!!!= @mannypacquiao”
TV host Bianca Gonzales emphasized that Manny Pacquiao will always be one of the greatest of all time (GOAT) in boxing history.
Quezon City Vice Mayor Gian Sotto also showed his support for Manny Pacquiao after his fight with Yordenis Ugas.
Actor Gerald Anderson declared that Manny Pacquiao is still his champion.
Lotlot de Leon said Manny Pacquaio definitely makes her feel proud.
Comedienne and TV host Melai Cantiveros injected humor into her appreciation post for her ninong Manny Pacquiao.
Senator Grace Poe thanked Manny Pacquiao in an Instagram post. She said, “Ikaw pa rin ang Pambansang Kamao sa puso ng bawat Pilipino! Salamat sa isang magandang laban, Sen. Manny! ”
Senator Win Gatchalian also had an uplifting message for Manny Pacquiao in an IG post.
'On Record' host Mav Gonzales got emotional when Manny Pacquiao gave his speech after the fight.
Chef Jose Sarasola shared a video of himself from his sparring session and declared that Manny Pacquiao will always be the GOAT of boxing.
Kapuso actor Rodjun Cruz will forever be proud of his “Ninong Idol,” Manny Pacquiao.
For actress-singer Geneva Cruz, Manny Pacquiao is a Hall of Famer and one of the the greatest boxers of all time.
Singer-songwriter Ogie Alcasid celebrates Manny Pacquiao's “uncommon valor,” for fighting Yordenis Ugas, who is a much younger and bigger opponent.
Singer-actress Vina Morales says her kumpare, Manny Pacquiao, is a legend and will always be the Filipinos' champ.
Veteran entertainment columnist Lolit Solis lauds Manny Pacquiao for his humility despite his great achievements in boxing. She also reminds people to always remember all of Manny's winning moments that made Pinoys proud.
Manny Pacquiao's wife, Jinkee, assures her man that she'll always be there for him, and that win or lose, he will always be the champion of our hearts.