Manilyn Reynes's throwback photo with Direk Bert de Leon brings netizens to tears

The passing of Kapuso director and showbiz icon Direk Bert de Leon was immensely felt not just by his family, but also by his colleagues in the industry, especially the cast of the award-winning family sitcom Pepito Manaloto.

On Tuesday, November 23, Michael V. uploaded a photo with their beloved director. His co-star, award-winning comedienne Manilyn Reynes also paid tribute to her good friend by sharing a throwback photo with Direk Bert.

The Kapuso actress is still reeling from the death of her father Nelson Clarin Reynes last January. And now, she has to face this difficult news that their director in the show has passed away.

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Aside from the strong bond she built with the whole team behind the sitcom, Manilyn has won several awards playing Elsa Manaloto. She recently won Best Comedy Actress in the 34th Star Awards for Television.

Let us all remember the happy moments behind the sitcom helmed by the one and only Direk Bert de Leon in this gallery: