
Viewers on primetime might be used to seeing Paolo Contis as the ruthless Red creating havoc in the GMA Prime series The Master Cutter.
But in real life, the versatile Sparkle actor has a soft spot for people close to him, especially his manager, the late TV host-columnist Lolit Solis.
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In a post via Instagram Story, Paolo remembered the birthday of the former Startalk host by posting a throwback photo with the controversial manager.
Back in 2024, during Manay Lolit's 77th birthday celebration, Pao was among those who attended and offered a heartwarming message for the birthday girl.
In a report by PEP.PH, the award-winning Bubble Gang comedian thanked Lolit for loving and not giving up on him, even if he usually caused her trouble.
“Nay, thank you! Gusto ko lang magpasalamat sa lahat, 'yung pagmamahal mo sa akin kahit hindi ako kamahal-mahal minsan."
He then said in jest, “Maraming salamat sa pagtatanggol mo sa akin sa mga isyu na ikaw rin naman ang may gawa.
“Oo, may sasabihin akong sikreto sa kanya, ikakalat niya 'yun sa iba. Tapos ipagtatanggol niya ako!”
“It's either you love her or you hate her, but me, I love you very, very much. You're my second mom.
“Thank you for everything, Nay Lolit. Happy, happy birthday. Love you!”
Lolit Solis passed away at the age of 78 last July 2025 due to heart failure.