Mommy Dionisia Pacquiao became emotional as she reunited with her grandson Jimuel, after five years apart.
Jimuel is the eldest son of boxing legend Manny Pacquiao and his wife, Jinkee Pacquiao. He has been living in the United States while pursuing his boxing career and building a life with his partner, Caroline, and their daughter, Clara.
The touching family moment took place in Los Angeles, California, where members of the Pacquiao family recently gathered for a long-awaited reunion.
Videos shared by Mommy D’s boyfriend, Mike Yamson, and Jinkee on Facebook captured the emotional reunion. Upon seeing Jimuel, Mommy D could not hold back her emotions after years of being away from her grandson.
As Mommy D became emotional, Jimuel immediately embraced and comforted her. They shared a warm hug before Jimuel introduced Caroline to his grandmother, making the reunion even more special for the family.
The visit also marked another milestone for Mommy D, as she finally met her great-granddaughter Clara for the first time.
Excited and overjoyed, Mommy D quickly approached the child and offered the back of her hand for a blessing, a gesture rooted in the Filipino tradition of pagmamano.
“Ang aking apo sa tuhod, bless lola...ang ganda,” Mommy D can be heard saying in the video.
The heartwarming interaction delighted many viewers online, with fans expressing their happiness over the family's reunion and praising the values shown by Jimuel despite spending years abroad.
“Mommy D so happy to see her great granddaughter, such a sweet moment! 🥰🥹 Wishing you all many more happy moments together 💕,” one fan commented.
“Kita pa rin ang ugaling pilipino kay Jimuel...mga marespeto❤ enjoy your vacation Ninong Mike and Mommy D 🥰 and advance happy wedding To Jimuel,” one wrote.
“ang babait ng anak ni manny makikita mong pinalaki ng mapagkumbaba,” another added.
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Jinkee also shared photos from the family's gathering in Los Angeles, showing them enjoying meals together and spending quality time around the city.