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Lian Paz proud as daughter Xonia graduates with high honors: 'You didn’t just earn honors, you earned them with heart'

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

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<p>Former EB Babe member Lian Paz expressed her pride as her daughter Xonia reached a major academic milestone, graduating from junior high school with high honors. </p><p>On her social media page, Lian shared a heartfelt message celebrating her daughter’s achievement, highlighting not only her academic success but also her character. </p><p>“We celebrate not just your achievement of graduating with high honors and special awards, but the beautiful person you have always been inside and out,: she wrote.</p><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXLrbaTAeM2/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A21748393.39999999%2C%22ls%22%3A105656.09999999404%2C%22le%22%3A105921.79999999702%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1565" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-4" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><div><strong> <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></strong> </div><p>Lian also looked back on Xonia’s discipline and perseverance.</p><p>“Every single day, you woke up at 4 a.m. without complaint, choosing discipline over comfort, purpose over ease. While the world was still asleep, you were already chasing your dreams with quiet determination. That kind of dedication is rare, and it speaks volumes about who you are,” she added.</p><p>Lian continued, “You faced every challenge with grace, and through it all, I never heard you complain. Your strength, patience, and unwavering spirit inspire me more than words can say.”</p><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-5" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DPDRAZnAQ11/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A5%2C%22os%22%3A21748423%2C%22ls%22%3A105656.09999999404%2C%22le%22%3A105921.79999999702%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1277" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-5" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><p><strong> <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></strong>Lian praised Xonia, noting how her values guided her through challenges.  </p><p>“I am so proud of the woman you are becoming. Someone who’s kind, strong, and full of light. Along the way, you have grown spiritually. Your beauty is not just seen, it is felt in the way you live, love, and persevere. Thank you for trusting in the Lord. Especially when things are tough. I have seen that in you. Praising God for his work in your life,” she expressed.</p><p>She went on: “Congratulations, my love. You didn’t just earn honors you earned them with heart, sacrifice, and most importantly, your faith in God! This is only the beginning. Congratulations Anak!!! Thank you for honoring your parents and most of all, HONORING GOD! In all ways, always. Thank you Lord Jesus for everything!”</p><div><strong></strong></div><div><span class="fr-img-caption fr-fic fr-dib" style="width:600px;display:block" width="600"><span class="fr-img-wrap"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1777012104438Lian Paz.jpg" style="width:600px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" width="600"/><span class="fr-inner">Photo Credits: liankatrina IG</span></span></span></div><div><strong></strong></div><p>Xonia is Lian’s eldest daughter with actor Paolo Contis. The former couple, who also share daughter Xalene, separated in 2013. Now based in Cebu, Lian has since built a new life with her husband, John Cabahug, whom she married after four years of engagement. </p><p>Earlier this year, Lian revealed in an interview with Boy Abunda that she and her children have reconciled with Paolo, crediting her husband for helping rebuild communication. </p><p>“Nakita ko yung sincerity ni Paolo kasi because more than me, mas nagmemessage siya kay John, sa husband ko,” Lian said. “He communicated with John through Instagram. Noong una hesitant pa kami because of course showbiz nga and I&#x27;m keeping the kids talaga away from the media.”</p><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DRbC8tzgc1g/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A21748447.099999994%2C%22ls%22%3A105656.09999999404%2C%22le%22%3A105921.79999999702%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="972" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-6" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><div><strong> <script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script></strong><a href="https://www.abs-cbn.com/entertainment/showbiz/celebrities/2026/2/14/lian-paz-recalls-how-paolo-contis-reached-out-for-reconciliation-1042"><strong>READ: Lian Paz recalls how Paolo Contis reached out for reconciliation: ‘Ayaw ko makita or masabi ng mga anak ko na hindi ako marunong magpatawad’</strong></a></div><p><strong> </strong>“I&#x27;ve seen his sincerity and I&#x27;ve seen myself also na may mga pagkukulang din ako so it&#x27;sreally by the grace of God,” Lian added. “Hinayaan lang namin yung panahon and I really think it&#x27;s just the right time.”</p><p>Just last March, Paolo spent time with Xonia and Xalene to celebrate their birthdays along with Lian and John’s family.</p><div><strong></strong></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-7" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWTcSGBgaXc/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=540&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A7%2C%22os%22%3A21752761.5%2C%22ls%22%3A105656.09999999404%2C%22le%22%3A105921.79999999702%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="956" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-7" scrolling="no" style="background:white;max-width:540px;width:calc(100% - 2px);border-radius:3px;border:1px solid rgb(219, 219, 219);box-shadow:none;display:block;margin:0px 0px 12px;min-width:326px;padding:0px"></iframe></div><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><strong></strong></div><div><br/></div><p>“Medyo late post of Xonia and Xalene’s birthday sa @cebusafari 😊❤️ beautiful place, pero mas beautiful na bonding at tawanan ❤️ I love you both so much! 🥹❤️ Thank you @johncabahug87 and @liankatrina for the cake to celebrate my birthday as well ❤️ a happy birthday indeed ❤️ see you all very very soon! 😊😊😊,” Paolo wrote, sharing photos from their trip to Cebu Safari &amp; Adventure Park. </p>

<p>Lian Paz is a proud mom as daughter Xonia finishes junior high school with high honors.</p>

Lian Paz is a proud mom as daughter Xonia finishes junior high school with high honors.