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Anne Curtis, Marian Rivera, Melai Cantiveros, stars celebrate dads in  special Father’s Day tribute

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Nikka Avegail Sabio

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<p>On Father&#x27;s Day, celebrities and personalities took to social media to honor the fathers and father figures in their lives, sharing messages of love, gratitude and appreciation.</p><p>Among those who marked the occasion was actress and <em>It&#x27;s Showtime</em> host Anne Curtis, who paid tribute to husband Erwan Heussaff with a playful message, calling him the &quot;twin&quot; of their daughter, Dahlia.</p><p>“Happy Papa’s Day to Dahlia’s twin. More than happy to have been your mere vessel. Thank you for being the best girl dad ever @erwan 🌸,” Anne said along photos of Dahlia and Erwan.</p><p> “Thanks for my mini me 😍,” he commented.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-0" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ1nblaEbdw/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A0%2C%22os%22%3A2674968.699999988%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1031" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-0" 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><br/></div><p>For actress Marian Rivera, Father&#x27;s Day was a celebration of being witness to husband Dingdong Dantes as he embraced fatherhood. Marian expressed gratitude for the love and devotion he continues to show their children, Zia and Sixto.</p><p> “Happy Father&#x27;s Day, Mahal ko. Watching you become the father that you are today is one of the greatest blessings of my life. Thank you for loving our children so selflessly. Zia, Sixto, and I are beyond grateful for you. We love you today and every day,” Marian said.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1782126265709IMG_20260622_115811.jpg" style="width:660px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p><em>Kuan on One </em>host Melai Cantiveros also shared her appreciation for husband Jason Francisco, saying she truly believed him to be the man God chose to become the father of their children.</p><p>“Thank you Lord gyud na ikaw ang gipili sa Ginoo na maging Amahan sa akong anak (Thank you Lord na ikaw ang pinili na lalaki na magiging ama ng mga anak ko). 💋😍 ikaw talaga yung sa kanta na ’When God made you He must have been thinking of me too’ 😍🙏🏻 Pag galit ako sayu, nawawala ang galit ko kapag nakikita ko gaanu mu ka Love sina Mela and Stela 😍💋 Mas kinikilig ako sayu kapag nakikita kitang being you as a Father sa ating mga Chicken Nuggets❤️🥰,” Melai wrote.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-1" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ2pzGOGRrM/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A1%2C%22os%22%3A2674974%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="925" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-1" 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><br/></div><p>Meanwhile, Kapamilya host Bianca Gonzalez celebrated husband JC Intal&#x27;s journey as a father to daughters Carmen and Lucia. Looking back on the past decade, Bianca described him as the person their family relies on most.</p><p>“you were made to be a girl dad 💕 from being the one we can count on and feel most safe with, to doing the silliest things all to make them smile and see them laugh.. it has been a joy watching you be their daddy for the past decade. 💕 i love how you make ordinary days extraordinarily fun, and how you show your love in the gentlest of ways. Happy Fathers Day to our favorite guy in the whole entire world!!! 💕,” she said.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-2" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ1XkaMEf-f/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A2%2C%22os%22%3A2674977%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="1322" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-2" 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><br/></div><p>Actress Kristine Hermosa also honored husband Oyo Boy Sotto through a video tribute, highlighting his role as the source of strength and guidance for their family of 8.</p><p>“You bring hope and joy even on the hardest days. You teach our children the most important things in life and never sugarcoat the difficult realities. I appreciate kung paano mo sinasakyan ang mga trip ng mga anak natin, kahit gaano kababaw o ka-corny, basta maparamdam mo lang sa kanila ang pagmamahal mo,” she said.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-3" src="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DZ17HiNBZMU/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A3%2C%22os%22%3A2679586.599999994%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="881" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-3" 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><br/></div><p><em>America&#x27;s Got Talent </em>alum Jessica Sanchez celebrated husband Rickie Gallardo&#x27;s first Father&#x27;s Day, recalling how their daughter Eliana Mae&#x27;s first word was “dada”.</p><p> “It’s been eight months since our beautiful baby girl has come into this world and who would’ve guessed that her first word would’ve been dada (i did lol),” she said.  “You were meant to be a girl dad. You’ve always been a leader, a provider, a protector, but becoming a father has shown me so much more of who you are and the love you have to give. It’s truly such a blessings to raise this baby girl with you.”</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-4" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ3pkzxABX6/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A4%2C%22os%22%3A2679665.400000006%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="748" 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><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Actress Loisa Andalio echoed a similar sentiment as she greeted husband Ronnie Alonte on his first Father&#x27;s Day as a parent to their daughter, Nili.</p><p>“Happy Father’s Day Beh!!! Watching you become a father has been one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever witnessed. Seeing the way you love and care for Nili makes me fall in love with you more every day. Our greatest blessing is having you. We love you, Daddy. 🩷,” Loisa expressed.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-5" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ2YXxvE2GR/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A5%2C%22os%22%3A2679702.199999988%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="746" 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><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Comedian and entrepreneur Kiray Celis also marked a milestone as she greeted husband Stephan Estopia, who is preparing to welcome their first child.</p><p>“Noon pa man, pangarap mo ng maging DADDY. At natupad na yung matagal mo ng hinihiling, sa wakas mababati na kita ng HAPPY FATHER&#x27;S DAY DAD @stephan.estopia! Mahal na mahal ka namin ni baby! 🖤,” she said.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-6" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ11c35AWCt/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A6%2C%22os%22%3A2682789.299999982%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="901" 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><script async="" src="//www.instagram.com/embed.js"></script><div><br/></div><p>Actress Gabbi Garcia credited her father for enriching her life, saying: “Rich in life because I am loved by a father who always shows up, teaches me, guides me, and makes being our dad one of the greatest joys of his life. ❤️ We love you, Dad. @vincepenalopez Happy Father’s Day! ✨.”</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-7" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ1_fUSpGNF/embed/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A7%2C%22os%22%3A2684211.299999982%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="639" 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><br/></div><p>Camille Prats, meanwhile, reflected on the importance of cherishing loved ones with an emotional message to her father.</p><p>“This Father’s Day is extra meaningful and special for me. The realization of time passing and the fragility of life. Dad, I thank God every day for you. I’m sorry for not always showing how much I love and appreciate you. From now on, I will be intentional in letting you know how grateful I am for you. I thank God for your life and I’m so grateful He sent me to you, the earthly father He knew I needed. Stay healthy kasi madami pa tayong gagawin at pupuntahan. Love you fatherrrrr 🫶🏻🤗🥰.&quot; she said.</p><div><br/></div><div><iframe class="instagram-media instagram-media-rendered" id="instagram-embed-8" src="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ1onFukyt7/embed/captioned/?cr=1&amp;v=14&amp;wp=1080&amp;rd=https%3A%2F%2Fod2-workbench-web.abs-cbn.com&amp;rp=%2F#%7B%22ci%22%3A8%2C%22os%22%3A2685083.799999982%7D" allowtransparency="true" allowfullscreen="" frameBorder="0" height="807" data-instgrm-payload-id="instagram-media-payload-8" 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><br/></div><p>From first-time fathers celebrating a new chapter to seasoned dads guiding growing families, these celebrities made the most of Father&#x27;s Day by expressing their love, gratitude and admiration for the men who continue to play an important role in their lives.</p>

<p>These celebrities expressed their love and appreciation for their husbands and fathers on Father’s Day.</p>

These celebrities expressed their love and appreciation for their husbands and fathers on Father’s Day.

Anne Curtis, Marian Rivera, Melai Cantiveros, stars celebrate dads in special Father’s Day tribute

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Anne Curtis, Marian Rivera, Melai Cantiveros, stars celebrate dads in special Father’s Day tribute

Nikka Sabio,

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Published June 22, 2026 07:06 PM PHT

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